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Michael Charles Soule

1951 - 2013

Michael Charles Soule obituary, 1951-2013, Fresno, CA

BORN

1951

DIED

2013

Michael Soule Obituary

Fresno

Michael Charles Soule

Michael Charles Soule, 61, of Fresno, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2013. Michael was born in Salinas, to Arline and Jerry Soule.

Michael loved surfing in his youth and would travel all over the world in search for the perfect wave. He moved to Albuquerque as a tennis pro in the late 70's. He also joined the Charlie Summons Blues band as their harmonica player where they performed on many stages over the years. He was known as Slick to many in the music field. Michael moved a number of times for his work and training: Florida, Virginia, Arizona, Philadelphia, Hawaii and Guatemala.

Michael is survived by his daughter, Madeline Soule. She was the love of his live and he was so proud of her when she graduated this year from the University of Wisconsin.

Michael resided in Fresno for the past 14 years, where his surviving sister, Carol Aguirre; brother-in-law, Kirk Aguirre and parents, Arline and Jerry Soule live. He also is survived by his ex-wife, Debra Soule of Texas. Michael also leaves behind a number of cousins, nieces, nephews and his cat, Prada.

The family would like to thank Murray Kelly and Bill Kelly for being "best friends" through thick and thin.

Remembrances may be sent to the CA Feline Foundation of Fresno or the Central Valley Blues Society, P.O. Box 9855, Fresno, CA 93794.

Published by The Salinas Californian from Jul. 6 to Jul. 9, 2013.
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I knew Mike in New Mexico thru music - he was the harp player for Charlie Summons Blues Band when he wasn't my next door neighbor! I was very involved in the local jazz scene & had Wed. afternoons off - when I would hold jam sessions at my home downtown & Mike always showed up + practiced on my piano regularly! He was the tennis pro at ABQ Country Club & jammed out all over town. He's been on my mind so much recently - so sad to know he's at the big jam session in the sky - but the memories of this handsome, talented man are beautiful!

Sophia Peron

July 30, 2013

great music, lots of laughter and memories that will live forever in our hearts

Bill & Michelle Koskovich

July 14, 2013

Will miss your grin and always encouraging words
Rest in peace, my friend

Dan Glispey

July 13, 2013

Mike, Lots of fun and great memories with you...RIP my friend.

Bill Cornick

July 12, 2013

"Michael, you hit all of lifes' right notes".
Thank you for encouraging us to come to America & allowing our families to merge.
I will miss your fun personality & zest for life.

Size sibonane futhi ( Until we meet again)

Colleen Spiers

Size sibonane futhi ( Until we meet again)

Colleen Spiers

July 9, 2013

Michael, from the first time we met at the Port of Cadiz on our way to Las Palmas - Summer of 1969,living with me in London & then coming to your home in Salinas California in 1972 ,working the farms with you & your Dad seem like yesterday.
Sorry you did not hang around long enough to play Harp at Mozambique.

Sala Kahle umngane(Goodbye my friend)

Ivan Spiers

Ivan Spiers

July 9, 2013

Bill & Michelle Koskovich

July 9, 2013

You are in our hearts forever Tio Mike. Thank you for creating my beautiful cousin Madeleine. I love you and know you will watch over Maddie and her loved ones.

Brittany Farmer

July 9, 2013

the beach crew knew mike as SOULE.... he was a great surfer and got along with everyone..... will be missed... condolonces to the family

July 8, 2013

Uncle Slick you were the coolest. Rest in peace we'll all see you on the other side. Aloha O'e.

Ossian Farmer

July 8, 2013

Simply pleasant and old-time memories Mike. Sleep well.

Sandra Hernandez-McDonald

July 8, 2013

Our condolences to the entire Soule family. We had a lot of good times with Mike on the courts in Kona. R.I.P.

Rick Hogan

July 8, 2013

July 8, 2013

Uncle Mike,
You were the funest uncle ever! I always loved going to your house; always hoping I could be first in line to give you a back massage for $5...it was the most money I'd ever earned. Max usually got there first, though.
Thank you for my wonderful cousin...what a beautiful legacy to leave.
Rest in peace, Uncle Slick.

Sophia Foutz

July 8, 2013

Gone but not forgotten my
Brother

Dough-bro

July 8, 2013

Thank you for the memories Mike; you helped make the most wonderful daughter in the world and you live in her.

Love as Always, Debra

Debra Soule

July 8, 2013

To a wonderful father who is now my guardian angel. Love you daddy xoxo

Madeleine Soule

July 8, 2013

My heart felt condolences and prayers go out to he Soule family.
Mike, I will never forget the night at Gillot's house when you and Tom took the time to show me your skills on the harmonica. I was just happy to be there. Rest In Peace Michael

Patrick Ramirez

July 7, 2013

Michael, You were my first friend, and the brother I never had. I will miss you. Judy Weisner Lisk

July 6, 2013

Hi Mike , we all miss you .. Can you come home now?

Carol Soule aguirre

July 5, 2013

May the surf be high, the courts sunny, and your soulful blues spirit live in our hearts always, brother.

Bill Kelly

July 5, 2013

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