“He was an exemplary friend, colleague, teacher, and artist.
He had such a distinguished and rich career, but he was humble about his accomplishments.
He loved his family dearly and lived a joyous life, but he left us way too soon.
Sadly, son Mickey died due to drowning in 2007.
Michael later married Rachelle Tylo and their daughter, Kollette, was born in 2012.
