Michael S. Monteith

Michael S. Monteith Our beloved cousin, Godfather and friend, Michael S. Monteith, passed away on Friday, November 6th, at Stanford University Hospital. Michael was born, July 7th, 1950, in Atherton, California, to Elaine Christensen Cahill Monteith and Peter Stuart Monteith. After graduating from Woodside High School in 1968, Michael attended Claremont Mens College from which he received honors in two majors: Political Science and History in 1972. He then received his Masters degree in International Relations from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in 1973 and his law degree from the School of Law at the University of California, Davis in 1976. Earning his private pilot's license, Michael was never long on the ground. He loved flying both as a pilot and a passenger and achieved Alaska Airlines MVP Gold status each year as he traveled the globe. His passion for travel was matched only by his passion for politics and all things Scottish. "Uncle Mickey" as he was affectionately referred to by his God children, leaves behind a family and friends whose holidays and gatherings will never be the same without his wit, distinctive laugh, and the stories of his latest adventures from afar. Michael was proceeded in death by his parents and younger brother, Scotty. Surviving relatives include first cousins; John Vernon of McLean, VA, Susan Schouweiler of Portland, OR, Anne Conley of St. Paul, MN and second cousins; Megan Vivenzio of Friday Harbor, WA , Jennifer Rothmeyer of Seattle, WA and Courtney Tasso of La Center, WA. A celebration of life for Michael is being planned for this summer near the time of his birthday. Donations may be made in Michael's name to: Claremont McKenna College Washington Semester Program 400 North Claremont Blvd. Claremont, CA 91711