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William Michael Windhom

1956 - 2022

William Michael Windhom obituary, 1956-2022, Galax, VA

BORN

1956

DIED

2022

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Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home - Galax

201 West Center Street

Galax, Virginia

William Windhom Obituary

Galax, Va. - William Michael Windhom, better known as Mike, 66, of Galax, Va. passed away Monday, Dec. 12, 2022, in his home. Mike was born May 15, 1956, in Portsmouth, Va., to William Marcellus and Helen Clare Gallup Windhom. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by best friend, "Uncle Steve" and his loyal, furry companion Ray.

Mike is survived by his two daughters, Nicole Shalabi (Frankie) of Galax, Va., Chea Windhom of Galax, Va.; one son William Michal Windhom (Courtney) of Wytheville, Va.; and ex-wife and mother of their children Celest Nitz of Florida. Also surviving are his beloved grandchildren, Harrison Windhom, Scarlett Windhom, Stella Windhom, Pilot Shalabi, and Elowyn Windhom. Mike also leaves behind three sisters, Susan Wilson of Newport News, Va., Melinda Perkins of Connecticut, Yarrow Summers of California; and two brothers, David Windhom of Newport News, Va., and Edward Windhom and his family of Connecticut.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Vaughan-Guynn is proudly serving the Windhom family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Dec. 16, 2022.

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David Watson

December 16, 2022

So sorry for the loss to your family! I knew Mike from Waterford high school and sometimes we hung out together always having a good time with lots of laughs among other friends too!! Left too young!!! He will be missed!!

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