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Michael Winget Obituary
June 15, 1942 - Dec 8, 2014
Mike passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family after a 5 month battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Bette & George, and siblings, Linda & Bobby. He is survived by his wife, Susan, and children, Sue Vidauri (Tina), Jeff Santos (Cindy), Rick Russell, Liz Jones, Lorie Stinson (Andrew) and grandchildren, Kasey Willingham, Ben Vidauri, Jared & Mike Santos, Anthony Teitsworth, Devin Briggs, Thierry Jones, Max Stinson and 4 great grandchildren.
Born in Oakland, in his mid teens he moved to Sacramento, where he met Susan. He worked in the automobile industry most of his life, including being co-owner of D&W Auto Wreckers. Changing careers in 1992, he became a truck driver and retired from Unified Grocers.
His love of cars and motorcycles stretched across his entire life. He enjoyed riding his Harley on the many road trips taken with dear friends and family. He liked history and had a plethora of uncanny knowledge in all subjects and trivia. He was known as a talker, making friends with all who he met. He had an endearing quality that allowed you to talk about anything with him, and you'd always get his honest opinion. He added levity to every situation with a funny remark or witty response. There was always a smile to give, a laugh to share and a hug to leave you with
He was a good husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed. We love you dad.
Memorial Service: Dec 20, 4pm, Riverbank Community Center, 3600 Sante Fe St, Riverbank, Ca
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Sue
December 5, 2022
You are thought of often dad. Your tendencies have become mine in so many ways and it makes me smile when I realize how much I am like you. We all miss you so very much.
Dave Jones
December 17, 2014
First off, I remember his mischievous smile, like when we'd catch him having a smoke in the garage. Mostly, though, I remember his unabashed love for his family, and his commitment to family; and how he welcomed all to his home.
rose boire
December 15, 2014
We will miss you very much, and will never be forgotten. May you be looking down on us with that big smile of yours. Until we meet again.
Ginger Ensele
December 15, 2014
You were a good man Mike. You truly loved your family and you were always there for my sister. You will be missed
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Patty Costantinidis
December 12, 2014
My sincere condolences to your entire family during this difficult process. Hugs.
December 11, 2014
A wonderful kind man who we were blessed to have known. Always a smile for everyone. Rest in peace our friend. Craig and Cindy Pear.
December 11, 2014
A wonderful man, who we were so blessed to have known and loved. Rest in peace our friend. Craig and Cindy Pear
December 11, 2014
A true-blue friend, a master of trivia, but not a trivial man. Mike had such a warm heart and warmed those around him. We will miss him always.
Dale & Diane Schoeman
Jim Turpitt
December 11, 2014
i really liked working with Mike rest in peace old friend.
December 11, 2014
A great man, husband, father,and friend. A privilege and an honor my friend.RIP. Cheryl and Ron Shear.
Sue Vidauri
December 11, 2014
I could always count on you to be there for me, to listen, to talk, to be honest. You're heart was always in the right place. You'll be forever in my heart. Love you dad.
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