Michael Dennis Flood

Michael Dennis Flood was born to Bruce and Betty (Moore) Flood on May 11, 1956, and walked into the arms of his Heavenly Father on August 2, 2022 at age 66. Michael is proceeded in death by his father Bruce, who passed on August 2, 2019. He is survived by his wife of 30 years Robin L. (Hoag), mother Betty of Willard, four siblings: sister Debbie, twin-sister Denise (Herbert Broyles), sister Diana (Phil Samples), brother Darin, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
Michael was a unique character who loved fun and mischief, he was brutally honest often saying out loud what others were thinking. Michael had a giving heart, always being the first to lend a hand or give to others. Michael deeply loved his wife, his family, his friends, his Masonic and Shrine breatharian, and his fellow countrymen.
After graduating from Hillcrest High School in 1974 Michael enlisted in the US Air Force serving six years as an Air Born Weather Specialist. Returning to Springfield he worked his way through St John's School of Nursing graduating with a BS in Nursing. Michael worked locally for several years then became a traveling nurse, adventuring to Hawaii where he met the love of his life and forever partner Robin, also an RN. Together they worked in Saudia Arabia, adventuring all over the Middle East and beyond. Returning to Missouri both Michael and Robin worked at Skaggs Hospital in Branson, then accepted careers at the Federal Medical Center for Prisoners in Springfield where both worked for 20-plus years. Michael retired in 2015 allowing himself more leisure time with Rice Camp Friends at Table Rock Lake. His retirement time was cut short by pancreatic cancer, which he faced with a brave and determined spirit. Michael will be remembered for his generosity, his honesty, his commitment to family and friends, and his adventurous nature.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Gate of the Temple #422, PO Box 9805 Springfield, MO 65801. Also, tell someone you love them, hug a friend and lend a helping hand.