I didn't know Mike extremely well but he was a constant presence in the first four years of my sobriety until I moved away from Chicago. What I remember most is his welcoming nature, the way I always felt warmth in his presence. One of my first memories was of attending one of my very first AA parties at his house. I don't even think there was an occasion, but it was that all-important early venture out into the sober social scene. Mike kept me sober that day, as he does today in a different way. I am sad and grieving and I know that he will continue to touch our lives even from the other side. Thank you Mike for being you.


--Emily