Michael "Gene" DeWolfe

Mike was my 6th grade basketball coach when he first came to Johnsburg.....
With an infectious smile, he never had a bad thing to say about anyone, and will be missed immensely by myself and our family.
RIP "Coach".

Dee,
It was an honor to know you and Mike and your beautiful family.
My heartfelt condolences on your loss.
I will never forget the care and compassion you gave to him.
Sending love and healing wishes your way,
Lady di

Dee and Family,
Mike was such a help to me in more ways than I could count. I don't have the Johnsburg community background, but I was fortunate to work with him for twenty years. (Although I wasn't aware of it until now, I do have the Kewanee / Cambridge ties.)
My prayers will remain with each of you as you face the next few weeks, months and years ahead.

Dear Dee and family,

I was saddened to hear today about your loss of a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather.

When I saw this picture of Mike, it made me smile. I was very fortunate to have worked on the the other side of a wall with this wonderful man for 13 years as a SEDOM teacher.

Johnsburg Middle School had the best of the best...Mike DeWolfe, Harry May, and too many others to mention. I treasure the memories that I am so fortunate to have...

My heart goes out to Dee and Mike's family, We have been friends for such a long time. Driving down to Springfield for an IRTA meeting, Mike taught me everything I could ever want to know about farming!!It is very difficult losing a loved one. I will pray for Mike and his family. He will always be remembered with the fondest of memories.

Dee and family, I so vividly remember when Mike first came to Johnsburg to teach. Although in different schools, our lives intertwined in so many ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time.

Grace Vyduna Haskins

Mike was a gracious, kind, and honest man and educator. He saved me from leaving teaching with advice and support years ago. Plus he was a pretty good asparagus recipe man! My condolences to Dee and family. Gina Belt of SEDOM Fame!

Mike, it's been a pleasure working with you and knowing you through MCRTA. May you rest in peace with God now.
Family, take comfort in the fact that he is in a better place. My heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you.

Mike DeWolfe's influence in Johnsburg Community School District 12, in the whole town and beyond was profound. His vision, leadership, camaraderie and connection with young learners and fellow educators inspired innovation and excellence.

He was exemplary a "Johnsburger" who personified the many admirable dynamics of the close-knit community he served as a teacher, coach, Rescue Squad volunteer, Community Club leader and venerable citizen.

I taught in Johnsburg for 34...