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Michael Charles Salm

Michael Salm Obituary

MICHAEL CHARLES SALM, 69, passed away on September 30, 2008. He was born on January 30, 1939 in Evansville, Indiana to Jerome L. and Hannah Salm. Michael is survived by his wife of 46 years, Susan, son Robert, brother Peter, niece Karen Padnos and husband Mitchell, nephew Marc and wife Ellen, great-niece Catherine Salm, great-nephews Jonathan Salm and Louis Padnos. Susan's mother Genevieve Trovillion, sister Sarah Parks and husband Craig, nephew Todd Schwartz and family friend Paul Aman. Michael was a Medicare Reimbursement Specialist for 35 years. He was a member of the 1987 Texas Case-Mix Reimbursement Project (for nursing homes) of the Texas Department of Human Services. The on-set of Parkinson Disease brought about his retirement in 2003. He was a long time member of the Texas Health Care Association. He is a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana (Evansville) where he organized the first chess club. Mike loved to play Bridge, go on cruises, a follower of Sherlock Holmes and avid Cubs fan. The family is gratelul to Dr. John P. Levins and Dr. Harold M. Kurlander and their associates for the compassionate care during his illness. An 11A.M. Memorial Service will be held Monday, October 6 at Levy Funeral Directors, 4525 Bissonnet, Bellaire. Michael's ashes will be placed at the National Cemetery at a later date. Donations may be made to the Parkinson Foundation of Harris County, 7457 Harwin, Suite 308, Houston 77036-2025 or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Oct. 5, 2008.

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Sheryl Parker

September 29, 2020

Although I did not have the honor of meeting Michael I do know that he was a beloved husband to Susan. Since my own husband passed away 3 years ago I have come to deeply appreciate the loss of a husband especially of so many years. Susan, may you feel blessed and consoled as you continue life's journey.

Susan & Michael, Las Vegas 1999

October 22, 2008

Michael & Susan, Houston 1986

October 22, 2008

Pam Jarmon-Wade

October 21, 2008

I extend my deepest sympathy to Susan and family. May the many years of love and memories sustain you during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you until we meet again. Matthew 11:25-30:
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."

In Sympathy,
Pamela Jarmon-Wade
DUVCW
Sarah E. Edmonds Tent/Houston

Patricia Wood

October 19, 2008

Dear Susan,
You have my deepest sympathy and admiration for your
devotion to your husband during his illness.

Donna Wood, PNP

October 17, 2008

Please accept this Sister's sincere condolences in the passing of your loved one!

Patricia Mullenix

October 16, 2008

Dear Susan and family,
I only knew your husband from answering the phone when I called you. He was always very supportive and generous with your time for us in DUVCW. How wonderful that you had so many years with a great supportive partner.
My prayers are with you in this time of loss.
duv-luv Patricia
National President 2006-07
Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865

Sharleen Byrne

October 16, 2008

You are in our prayers. From the members of tent #20 .

Martha Class

October 16, 2008

Dear Susan,
You are in my thoughts & prayers. You can be comforted that Michael is at peace now.

Sheryl Parker

October 16, 2008

Susan,

My sincere sympathies to you.
May the knowledge that you gave your husband the best support during the most challenging times of the disease help to sustain you as you continue on.
Blessings.

Peggy Munson

October 16, 2008

Clara Barton Tent #3 of Kerrville, TX extends it sympathies to you in your time of loss.

Bonnie Parks

October 16, 2008

Susan:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories of Michael, and your family and friends give you comfort during this stressful time. My deepest sympathy.

Mary Austin

October 10, 2008

You have my deepest sympathy.

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