Michael Francis "Mike" Anthony

Thinking of you today with some extra prayers

Mike never refused to help a younger lawyer on their career path, and was generous beyond what passes for normal regarding his efforts to advise and connect young lawyers. He was witty, fun and thoughtful in person and great to spend time with professionally and personally. God bless Mike and his family and may his memory be a comfort and a blessing to all who miss him.

As a fellow member of the Mendel High School Class of 1968, Mike and I shared virtually every class, the football field and many hours of non-educational high jinks. I think it's fair to say we all looked up to Mike. Yes, he was our 4-year Class President, and exceptional academically and athletically, but I think, most importantly, everyone in that our class truly liked and respected him. That was not an easy thing to accomplish in that era, with over 350 teen age boys. His leadership made...

I met Mike decades ago listening to him speak at National Health Law Association meetings. He was a teacher, a mentor and a friend. Those sparkling eyes and that smile. He made everyone feel special. I will miss him.

When I arrived at Mendel in 1964, Mike was the first person I met. I was dragging a load of books, sporting a really bad haircut and wearing clothes that that would have required me to be 40 pounds heavier to fit. Mike, conversely, looked like a young movie star whose company I immediately assumed was well above my social station. To my surprise Mike went out of his way to introduce himself and make me feel very much at home. From that time on Mike was a true friend. I´ll miss the out of the...

Thanks to Mike for all he did for Mendel and especially for Class of '68. Mike Mills