Michael Foley Obituary
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Mike was born June 19th, 1943, in Tampa Florida to M.B. Foley Sr. and Wilhelmina Hormuth. He went to college at The University of South Florida where he earned a degree in Engineering and a master's degree in business.
After graduating college, Mike worked for NASA in Huntsville, Alabama where he helped design the camera pack for the Saturn 5 rocket. He met the love of his life Martha Mason, and they were married on September 11th, 1964. He went on to become the Senior Vice President at Florida Power Corp. a position he held for several years. Mike loved Photography, Nature, being on the water, Palm trees and the state of Florida. He also loved Hybridizing Day lilies. He was of Catholic Faith.
Mike was proceeded in death by his parents and three sisters Irma, Gerry and Patricia. He is survived by his wife of 61 years Martha Foley; his brother, John and his sister, Gina. Mike was loved by many friends and family.
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Tricia Birchfield
June 12, 2025
Our deepest sympathy...Uncle Mike was the kindest man I ever met. He changed our lives with his belief in my husbands values. He will be missed in this life but I know he is with his father in heaven
Linda Berset
June 11, 2025
Dearest Martha,
Mark and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of Mike. I know we spoke more on the phone than face to face but always loved talking to you and Mike. I know you will miss him so, but he will be with so many friends. Love, Mark and Linda Berset
Gina Jones
June 4, 2025
My Dearest Mike
I am so blessed and so grateful to have had you as my brother. Mike thank you for all your love, kindness and caring. You touched my life and so many others. We will forever miss you and I know one day we will be together again.
I love you. You love me , And God loves us the most
Twila Wheeler
June 4, 2025
My time with Mike was short. During the time we had, he taught me a lot of about day lilies. He kept me entertained with his stories and he was always such a gentleman. It was a pleasure to be a part of his life and I will cherish those memories forever.
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June 4, 2025
Arnie Preston
June 4, 2025
We had the pleasure of living across the street from Mike and Martha on Gaspar Drive. Mike´s smile and kind demeanor were always apparent. He was a very special man and will be missed so very much. Martha -you have our love and our prayers. Arnie and Dave Preston
Lynette Boley
June 3, 2025
My family moved next-door to Mike and Martha in 2019. I´ll never forget the day my husband said he met the neighbor "Mike Foley" and we couldn´t believe it! My husband´s name is Mike Boley. God blessed us with wonderful neighbors! Mike was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed! He had a heart of gold and his smile lit up the room! It was a great honor to have known him! I am thankful for our time together. My heart is heavy and Gaspar Drive will never be the same. We love Mike and Martha.
Zoraida Lebron
June 2, 2025
Mike
A brilliant man with a heart of gold. Mike we all loved you so much. So caring, so loving we will all miss you so much. I so much enjoyed all the holidays shared with you and Martha. More than a friend you were like family when mine was all gone. We will forever love and miss you. Knowing you are in gods loving arms gives me comfort. Till we meet again
Zoraida
Dianna Bourn-Jennings
June 2, 2025
We moved from WV to FL when I was just a very little girl, and we didn't have any relatives nearby. Over the years, two of my dad's coworkers and their families helped fill that void in a special way. Mike Foley Jr. was one of the kindest men I've ever been blessed to know, and while my heart is saddened at his passing, I can't help but smile at his heavenly reunion with his two favorite "Billies" -- his mom, Wilhelmina, and my mom, Willa Jean. I have so many fond memories of fishing and swimming from the Foley's dock, going out in their boat, and spending many happy hours together. Thanks for being a dear friend to our family, Mr Foley.
Ruth Redmon
June 2, 2025
We loved, loved, loved, Mike and Martha. We will miss him so much ! Love, Ruth Redmon and family
rynell gentry
June 2, 2025
Uncle Mike, Thank you for so many things.
I love Doc Ford books. Sharing time with you and Martha has been great , the adventures to the Lake and Island I will never forget.
I will miss our conversations about the past and present, mostly about family.
Love you, Rynell Gentry
Parker W.
June 1, 2025
I feel honored to have been able to know him. He was a great man.
Rebecca Fort
June 1, 2025
Mr Mike was a great man! We were honored to have his friendship for many many years! He will be missed dearly!
Rynell Gentry
June 1, 2025
Uncle Mike, I´ve enjoyed all the times I spent with you, always had energy to burn.
We shared Doc Ford novels and flowers.You also had great ear for music.
Always inspiring me to enjoy life and knowledge. Thank you for giving me your time and attention.
Love , Rynell Gentry
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