Michael Woodside

On January 23, 2024, The Dalles community lost one of its brightest stars who shone light everywhere he went. Michael Woodside, 80, passed peacefully with family at his side at his residence located in The Dalles.
Born October 10, 1943 in The Dalles, Oregon to his parents Vern Woodside and Jean (nee Woodcock) Woodside (both deceased), Mike made this community his lifelong home and embodied a welcoming approach. It was not uncommon to see how everyone he met became a fast friend when greeted by his big smile and huge personality.
He has always been a genuine person who actually stopped and listened when he asked how someone was doing, rarely talking about himself. One of his driving mantras has always been to live by the integrity of one's character. Personally, he saw a person's word as their bond. His mother taught him these principles, and Mike used them to grow into who he became as an ethical, caring person that touched many lives throughout the Gorge.
After graduating from Maupin High School, Mike earned an Associate degree in Accounting at the Oregon Institute of Technology (Klamath Falls) where he played baseball, then continued his education by attending Oregon State University, where he continued his love of baseball by serving as scorekeeper for the team.
Upon returning to the Gorge, he launched his first career in The Dalles within the banking field. Mike then ended up transitioning into the real estate industry after discovering his love for this field. Since then, he has been a Real Estate Broker for the past 50+ years, starting first at Kargl, Elwood, and Geiger. When they closed, he went to work at Windemere Real Estate Columbia Gorge until his retirement.
Over the years, Mike has become known as a cherished community icon. Many people whose lives were touched by his generosity and kindness will gladly tell you that he has been a most loved and respected person within the community, and Mike often was the first person to step up and take care of others.
Living every day to the fullest, Mike shared his enthusiasm for the joy of life by meeting up with his beloved morning Coffee Group, cooking for others (including his famous meatloaf or cheesecakes), hand making cradles for expectant co-workers, family and friends, and happily acting as "Papa's Taxi" for his beloved grandchildren, shuttling them between sports and school.
Mike is survived by his children Summer Woodside (children Jameson Woodside and Keevan Kochis) and Tiffany Woodside (children Lulu and Kaia Grasa), as well as several cherished nieces, nephew, and beloved sister-in-law. He is also survived by his wife former Marilyn (nee Brisbine) Woodside (divorced in 1986). Mike was preceded in death by his brothers Tom Woodside and Bob Woodside, as well as his parents.
A celebration of life will be scheduled at a date TBD in March; for details reach out to Summer Woodside who is coordinating the service. Interment was done by cremation.
Contributions in Mike's memory can be made to The Dalles' American Legion Hustlers Baseball Group, which he had been involved for 30 years, or the Annual Pig Bowl, another cause that Mike held near and dear to his heart.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of Mike's friends that came and visited him during his illness. They provided comforting support during his final weeks. Additionally, many thanks are given to Ashley Brace (his caregiver) and Windemere Real Estate Columbia Gorge.
Mike's legacy to everyone is to continuously be inspired to live every day fully, find a path for being of service and helping others, and living by the strength of one's ethical character. As Mike would always say "be a one hundred percenter". His daughter encourages everyone to live everyday like Mike Woodside did.
Arrangements are under the direction of Anderson's Tribute Center • 1401 Belmont Avenue, Hood River, Oregon 97031. Visit www.AndersonsTributeCenter.com to leave a note of condolence for the family.