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Michael Wayne Higa
1951 - 2014
Michael Wayne Higa
1951 - 2014
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BORN
1951
DIED
2014
Michael Higa Obituary
Michael Wayne Higa, age 63, passed away on July 17, 2014. Born in Seattle WA on May 15, 1951, he was the eldest of three children to James K. and Hatsumi Higa.
Michael graduated from Cleveland HS and the University of Washington.
Michael will be most remembered for his love of family, friends, fishing and Husky Football.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents James and Hatsumi. He is survived by sister Janette (Roy) Gatbunton, brother Warren (Susii), nieces Nicole Gatbunton, Dana Gatbunton, Jamie Gatbunton, Danielle Higa, Alexandra Higa and nephew Robert Higa.
A memorial service will be held 7:30 PM, Monday, July 28, 2014 at the Seattle Buddhist Church, 1410 Main Street, Seattle Washington.
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Richard Grosvenor
July 14, 2025
I remember Michael´s been very compassionate. He had a love for life. I know today he is free of pain and he´s making people around him. Happier and being able to laugh. I miss you more today than ever. Michael save a seat for me. Hi I tried to keep from bothering you
Allison R.
December 8, 2024
I´m sitting here in my living room at 11:36 PM on Sunday 12/8/24 watching re-runs of Mary Tyler Moore I just watched the episode with Michael in it playing Murray Slaughter´s son. I was sad to see when I looked him up that he had passed 10 years ago. I just wanted to send my condolences.
Victoria
July 14, 2020
I have the cd of music from our days of high school past that you created: volumes I & II. I think of you everything I see it and more so when I play it in the car. May you rest in greater piece than those last few years you were so ill.
Richard Grosvenor
July 14, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You were the best
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Danny Hagan
July 14, 2019
Wow Mike - its been 5 years. Husky football n basketball are right where u want them to be. Gail, Lisa and I speak of you often. Hold us some good seats up there.....
Richard Grosvenor
July 14, 2019
Michel was a great friend and would be very happy with Huskies Sports today
Linda Frangello Franco
September 24, 2014
so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I only knew him a little bit in high school but he was nice. Remember him playing football and hanging out with his friends. Always seemed to be having a good time. God speed on this eternal journey.
July 29, 2014
We planned BHIS 50 year 6th grade reunion and shared old stories (you have an incredible memory - yikes!) but the best part was becoming acquainted and reacquainted this past year with you. I forgive you for hating Cougs! ~ Victoria Lum
July 29, 2014
Michael was a true gentleman. He will be missed. I grew up on Beacon Hill with him. It was fun seeing him at 50th Elementary reunion last year My condolences to his family.
Mary (Jurewicz) Romaszewski class of 69
Mary (Jurewicz) Romaszewski
Dean Warner
July 28, 2014
To one of my best high school buddies. I will miss you Mike. We had a lot of great times way back then. Mike was one of the really good guys. Chris and I wish we had more time together with you.
Terry Yaplee
July 28, 2014
It's hard to put into words what Mike was to me as a long time friend. He was one of the first guys I knew in the neighborhood and we hung out in high school. Kept in touch at Boeing through e-mail and kicked it when we saw each other at the Bon Odori. I'm gonna miss him man. Warren, Janette and the rest of the Higa family, our thoughts and prayers are for you and your extended families at this most difficult time.
Karen Sakagami
July 27, 2014
DearJanette and Warren,
Thinking of you all at this sad time.So sorry to hear of Mike's passing.Gone way too soon.May memories of your Bro carry you through in the days ahead.He left big heartprints.RIP Mike.
With ?felt sympathy.
July 26, 2014
To Warren, my sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. I remember Mike mostly from junior high and he was always so very nice. May he rest in peace.
Sue Mar
Kathy Uno
July 24, 2014
Sending loving energies to the Higa family…Safe journey Michael…welcome home… <3<3<3 :)
Howard Nelson
July 24, 2014
My Heart felt condolence to the Higa family, Mike will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all. Peace be the Journey
Diane Currington-Seibold
July 22, 2014
Mike was one of the nicest, friendliest guys at Cleveland even to a not so popular girl. I will remember him fondly. Condolences to his family.
Fred & Jeanne (Hom) Oliver
July 22, 2014
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. We both were so thrilled to see him at our high school and grade school reunions. He'll always be on our list as one of the good guys!
Marvin Hayami
July 21, 2014
Mike was the first guy I met in School. We used to talk in the kindergarten line before going in at Bailey Gatzert. After the 1st grade , I don't remember seeing him again until high school at Cleveland. I don't think we realized that we had met in kindergarten until Mike looked at me after football practice and said "Marv, you went to Gatzert didn't you?" We both laughed , when we realized that we went to kindergarten together.
Marv Hayami
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July 21, 2014
Mike was a good friend at Boeing for many years He will be missed by everyone
Rich Grosvenor
Vince & Charlotte Matsudaira
July 21, 2014
Our condolences to the Higa family, and wishes for lasting joy and happiness in his memory.
Sue Fujii
July 21, 2014
Michael introduced my husband and I. We miss him! Trying to find a phone number for Warren and Susie. C you out fishing Michael! My number 206 853-9071
Stefanie Branica
July 21, 2014
Mike and I became friends at Cleveland High and we always had a fun time working on the High School newspaper together. I was saddened to hear that he was ill at our 40th Cleveland High Reunion and we had a nice talk and reminisced about our times at the UW. My thoughts and prayer are with the Higa family. Mike was a great person.
Gary LaBrie
July 21, 2014
So Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I will miss my friend and all of our discussions about local sports and the Boeing Company.
David Yamamoto
July 20, 2014
Mike, was a great guy and will be missed. I always enjoyed his stories of his younger reckless days!
David Yamamoto
Suzzy Dominick
July 20, 2014
Warren and family, I am so sorry to hear about Mike. I grew up on Beacon Hill and went
to school with him. He will be missed....
Marilyn Low Henry
July 20, 2014
I remember growing up around the corner from Mike, Janette and Warren. Those were truly the good ole days.
My thoughts are with your entire family and am so glad I got to see Mike last summer at the reunion - it had been too many years.
Lisa Elliott
July 20, 2014
This is a great photo of Mike and the way I will always remember him. I worked with Mike at Boeing and he became a dear friend to me. I will always remember Mike as being up to some sort of mischief. He was straightforward, loyal and although he tried to be as "crusty" as possible, he was a sweetheart! I will miss my weekly phone calls from him and I will remember my friend forever! Condolences to Mike"s family.
Danny Hagan
July 20, 2014
Warren, Janette and family - I am saddened by the passing of my long time friend. Thankfully I have had the opportunity over the years to spend so much time with Mike going down memory lane as well as working with him for a long period of time at Boeing. Lunches and dinners with our old posse will never be the same. My prayers and sympathy go out to the Higa family who I have had the pleasure of being friends with for so many years. God bless you Mike - you were one of a kind and thank you for the years of laughter and friendship - you will be thought of often.
Toni Lambo Palsson
July 20, 2014
Warren and Family, so sorry to hear this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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