Eileen L. Michaels

Eileen L. Michaels obituary, Bonita Springs, FL

Eileen L. Michaels

Eileen Michaels Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Legacy Options Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC - Naples on Mar. 28, 2023.

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We are saddened to announce the passing of Eileen Louise Michaels of Naples Florida. She died at the age of 78 on March 23, 2023. Eileen was surrounded by her loved ones up until the time of her passing.
Eileen was born in Pontiac, Michigan to John and Joanne Edgeworth on December 30, 1944. Eileen enjoyed many crafts. Painting on canvas was her most recent passion. She was a lover of all dogs. Especially, her Welsh Terriers Joey and Abby.
Eileen is survived by her husband Samuel T. Michaels III and children Richard Puckett (Suzanne), Jeffrey Puckett (Darlene), Angela Hockney, and Christopher Michaels (Lisa). Grandchildren Lindsay Trottier (Alex), Dylan Puckett, Shane Hockney, Timothy Michaels (Lisa), Steven Michaels (Megan), and James Michaels. Great grandchildren James, Sophia, Jace, and Taylor.
Eileen is also survived by her sisters Suzanne Haimbaugh (Bud), and Linda Slimmen, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Eileen is preceded in death by her parents John and Joanne, in-laws Samuel Michaels and Irene, sister Janet Berry, brother Mark Edgeworth and step-son Timothy Michaels.
In lieu of a funeral, Eileen's wishes were to be cremated. If one wishes to make a memorial donation in Eileen's name, we recommend either the Humane Society of Naples or to the Avow Foundation.

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