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Michael Willer Obituary
Michael Douglas Willer, 69, ended his year-long battle with cancer on December 6, 2012. He was surrounded by family at his much loved ranch in Creston, California which he often referred to as Rancho No-Rules. This courageous, humble man, leaves behind his wife of 40 years, Karen, his children, Cindy McGee (Tim) of Atascadero, Andrea Willer of Santa Cruz, and Matt Willer (Mary Megan) of Parker, Colorado. His grandchildren will miss his presence and lessons about critters, flowers, and snipe hunts at the ranch; Shandon, Mitchell, and Jack McGee, Luke Willer, and Hannah, Gracie, and Archie Willer. He will also be missed by his brother Ron Willer. He was predeceased by his parents Don and Martha Willer and his brother Donnie. Mike was born and raised in California. He attended Inglewood High School, El Camino College, UCLA, and Western State College of Law. He practiced as a CPA and attorney for the Bragg Companies for over 40 years. He was a member of Los Caballeros, southern California riding club for 22 years. He has been a long time supporter of the Creston Classic Rodeo, an annual community fundraiser. Donations may be made in his memory: Creston Classic Rodeo, PO Box 121, Creston, CA 93432.
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Ron willer
December 2, 2023
Still think about you a lot. No matter what question I asked , you always had an answer. Gone way too soon.
Richard Sherman
December 8, 2022
I think of you often Mickey! Can't believe it's already been 10 years since you transitioned. Some of the best memories of my life happened there at Blue Sky Ranch with you, my Dad and the rest of the Q&Q clan. We sure miss you and hope you're keeping things under control up there in heaven. Make sure you save some land up there for the rest of us!! Love you!!!
December 14, 2012
Karen and family: our deepest condolences on Mike's passing. I never laughed so hard when he stumbled into my office on business. It was about 110 degrees and he and Karen were out in the middle of Squirrel Hollow fencing a 2+ ac. parcel. He enjoyed the ice water! All our best, Ken and Susie Marks
Tom Crone
December 13, 2012
I am a both a member and serve on the Board of Directors for Mike's horse back riding club of over 20 years- Los Caballeros - we will surely miss Mike who was a true gentleman cowboy in every sense. He was a wonderful addition to our Catalina Island 5-day rides, and we pass along our thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. He was a great man and will be missed by all of our members.
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Susan Espana
December 9, 2012
God Bless you Mike, you lived a good life and you were a good man. You were a wonderful husband to dear Karen, you dealt with honor and you achieved humility.
Tom Saliba
December 9, 2012
Mick, as we called you at the Sigma Nu house at UCLA...what fun we had. I was a senior and you a sophmore, but you taught me many things. Sleep well brother.
Barb Wright
December 8, 2012
I didn't know Mike, but I know Karen thru Assistance League. What a welcoming, kind and fun lady. Mike, may your spirit shine and bring joy to those who loved you so as they remember you for always. God bless you
Karen.
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Terry Shortsleeve
December 8, 2012
Mike was a gentle giant of a man. My heart goes out to all his family, but most especially to his wife Karen.
Ron Willer
December 8, 2012
You will be missed by all. I loved coming to the ranch an walking with the kids. Ive knoww you all my life an you taught me many things. Peace
Ron Willer
December 8, 2012
you will be missed by all. I loved going to the ranch an walking with the kids. Ive know you all my life an taught me many things. Im glad we talked near the end. Peace
Nicole Chin
December 8, 2012
I liked how he was always up to something and knew everything about anything if you just asked! What a smart and kind uncle. He loved his family, and we all loved him. God bless him, AK, M&M and the family!
Our last hunt at Blue Sky Ranch with our Q&Q club honorary mascot, Hannah...RIP Mike...say hello to Hannah for me.
Richard Sherman
December 8, 2012
I will miss my fun loving, humble and wise old friend. Mike made this world a better place for all who knew him. Thank you for all the good times. Via con dios mi Q&Q amigo.
December 8, 2012
We will miss you Mike.
Matthew Willer
December 8, 2012
God Bless You Papa
Matthew Willer
December 8, 2012
God Bless You Papa.
Tim Bryan
December 8, 2012
I sold a few properties for Mike. He was always a gracious and fair man to do business with. He will be missed. Tim Bryan
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