H. Michael Schreibman

H. Michael Schreibman "Mike" CHARLOTTE - Beloved husband, brother, grandfather, cherished friend, and dedicated member of the Jewish community, Mike, age 71, surrendered to a long, courageous battle with Parkinson's disease on February 6, 2016. He was an alumnus of ZBT at the University of Alabama and a Birmingham native. Mike loved all kinds of sports and recreation and was a devoted fan of the Crimson Tide and the Carolina Panthers. A First Lieutenant in the US Army during the Vietnam War, he received the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious achievement in 1968. His long, successful career as a scrap metal broker was marked by his networking talent and creativity for closing deals. Described as loyal, funny and caring, Mike gave generously of his time and leadership to the community. A member of Temple Beth El, he was active in the Brotherhood; served on the Board of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte; and was on the National Young Leadership Cabinet of the United Jewish Appeal. Mike served as President of the Anita Stroud Foundation and was also President of the Metrolina Business Council. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Sara; sons, Mark of Fruita, Colorado; and Philip (Renee) of Charlotte; grandchildren Alaiya, Asher, Mayer, and Sadie; his twin brother Bill (Hilda) of Houston, Texas, and his sister Janet (Jim Gilmore) and niece Brittan of Nashville, Tennessee. Funeral will be at 11:30 am, Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Temple Beth El, 5101 Providence Road. Interment will follow at the Hebrew Cemetery. Shiva memorial services will occur at 7:00 pm on Wednesday and Thursday at Temple Beth El. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to Temple Beth El and to the Parkinson's Association of the Carolinas. Arrangements are in care of Hankins and Whittington Funeral Service, Charlotte, NC. Please share online condolences at www.hankinsandwhittington.com.