Jan. 31, 1935 – Aug. 6, 2014

Mike was born in Long Beach, Calif., on Jan. 31, 1935. His parents were Adrian (Larry) and Marian Louis.

Mike mainly grew up in Bellflower, Calif. On July 25, 1965, Mike married Janet in Las Vegas. He served in the U.S. Navy for 30 years, retiring in April 1991 as a CWO4. After retiring, Mike and Janet spent many hours on the road visiting virtually all of the states.

When not driving, he and Janet could be found in Hawaii enjoying life. He enjoyed NASCAR, painting ceramics figurines and jigsaw puzzles. Mike was widowed in July 2012 when Janet went home to be with her Lord.

Mike is survived by brother Stephan Louis; sons, Steven and his wife Denise and Timothy and his wife Kimberly; nine grandchildren, Jamey, Dane, Ashley, Andrew, Fabriece, Mikkel, Brenna, Megan and Paul; and nine great-grandchildren, Vanessa, Reiley, Bailey, Blake, Cameo, Leighlah, Trey, Aidan and Sidney.

A celebration of his life will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 18, at his home, 2446 Monticello Way, Oak Harbor, WA 98277. Food will be provided.

In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society are appreciated.