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Michael Saxey Obituary
September 29, 1938 - November 3, 2023
Sandy, UT-Michael Richard Saxey passed away peacefully on Friday evening November 3rd, 2023 with family members attending him. Mike was born in California in 1938 to Joseph Alfred Saxey and Ruth Higham Saxey. He moved to Utah with his mother and 3 sisters after his father died, to live with his Grandfather and Grandmother Higham. He grew up in the SLC avenues where he had many friends. He attended East High School and also worked part time at the Higham-Hilton Plumbing Co. He was loved by many as he was kind to those who needed help. His sense of humor and love for wittiness will always be remembered. He became a Master Plumber working for his Aunt and 2 Uncles until he went into business for himself, A Superior Plumbing.
Mike was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved serving in the Bishopric, as Elder Quorum President, and as Scoutmaster helping the boys become Eagle Scouts. He was a faithful home teacher and loved the families he served. Mike and his wife, Shirley served for 25 years as foster parents for the state of Utah.
Michael is survived by his wife of 66 years, Shirley Schloss Saxey, his children Sharleen Kunkel, Bret (Tracey) Saxey, Bart (Joy) Saxey, Todd (Lisa) Saxey, Maria Saxey and Robert Morrison, and his sister Diane (Richard) Carling and 24 Grandchildren and 32 Great-Grandchildren and many loved Nieces and Nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Ruth Saxey, his sister Connie (Tim) Scheiving and Gloria (David) Lord and his daughter Cori Saxey Sweat, and his grandson Jonathan Lee Kunkel.
A viewing will be held at the Wildflower Ward 1880 East 9800 South, Sandy, UT 84092 on Friday November 17, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Funeral Service will be at the same location on Saturday, November 18th, 2023 with a viewing from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, Funeral Services to begin at 11:00 AM, the interment to follow at Wasatch Lawn Cemetery.
We would like to thank Symbii Hospice for their excellent care during these past months, especially Daisey, Niky and Holly.
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Gail Ockey
November 21, 2023
Dear Shirley, I was genuinely saddened to learn of the passing of your husband of 66 years. I did not know him but I can trust that he was a worthy husband, father, and church member. Please accept my sincere condolences along with my assurances that the Lord will comfort you and heal your grief and lonliness now and in the future. His death is but a prelude to the hour when you both will be reunited together eternally.
Regina
November 16, 2023
I was very happy when I got to come live with mom and dad.. I felt so loved.dad was so patient and loving.I loved his sense of humor and the jokes he would tell. He was a kind and gentle man and he gave the best hugs..He will be missed
Susan Clyde Williams
November 15, 2023
Dear Shirley,
I remember you so well as you came to my home, when I was young, and helped care for us while my mother recovered from an illness. My sister Carolyn and I really loved having you in our home.
So sorry for your loss.
Michael and Risa (Schloss) Nielsen
November 10, 2023
I don't remember much about Great Uncle Mike, but I remember he always had a smile at every extended family gathering. He and Aunt Shirley have a wonderful home full of love, and opened it to so many. I have fond memories of get togethers there. Sending our love and prayers of comfort to all of our Saxey family.
Scott Hicks
November 10, 2023
I grew up next door to the Saxey Family and grew to Love them dearly. So many Memories of Boy Scouts with Michael.
Many memories with Todd as we learned life's lessons together.
Michael will definitely be missed.
My Condolences to the Family.
Regina
November 10, 2023
He was such a great dad.. He was very patient.Loving and kind.He gave the best hugs..I loved his humor and how he would joke around and how you knew every thing would be ok..He will be missed
Marylu Bailey Langford
November 9, 2023
Sweet memories of the Saxey family growing up. My sincere condolences to all of you.
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