Michael James Huff

Michael James Huff Mr. Huff, 43, of Waxhaw passed away on Saturday after a long and courageous battle with Leukemia at Duke University Hospital in Durham. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11:00 AM, Friday, April 24, 2009 with Monsignor John J. McSweeney celebrant at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28277. Interment will be private. Mr. Huff was born in Cortland, NY, on June 10, 1965, son to Charlane Yost Huff and the late Hugh James Huff. Michael was a manager with G & K services and a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. He was a huge Yankees and Steelers fan. Above all Michael was a dedicated family man to his beloved wife and precious children. He loved coaching his children in basketball and softball and spending as much time as possible with his family. Survivors include his wife and best friend Meredith Reynolds Huff of the home; children, Jeffrey of Allentown, PA, Caitlin and Ashley, both of the home; mother, Charlane Yost Huff, of Sanford, NC; grandmother, Mae Yost, of Sanford, NC; brother, Brian Huff, of St. Charles, IL and also by numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions should be made to the Michael J. Huff memorial fund for Caitlin and Ashley in the name of Meredith Huff. Please send contributions to SunTrust Bank, 9836 Rea Rd., Charlotte, NC 28277 or to the Leukemia Foundation of America, Donor Services, P.O. Box 4072 Pittsfield, MA 01202. Arrangements for the family are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel. An online guest book is available at www.heritagefuneral.net.