Mike died peacefully at the Hebrew Home in W. Hartford, on February 13, 2016 at the age of 85. He is survived by his adoring wife, Judy of 60 years; children, Steve and his wife, Martha of N. Granby, Rick and his wife Kim, of Colorado Springs, CO, Donna Fisher, and her husband, Simon of Tucson, AZ; his 7 grandchildren, Laurie Smith, Sarah, David, Brian, and Sam Hollm, and Melanie & Brandon Fisher. He is predeceased by his his sister, Etta Hollm. Mike graduated from Weaver High School in 1948, and attended the University of Connecticut. He was a member of Phi Sigma Delta, where he met the love of his life, Judy. After beginning his career in the electrical business at Capitol Light & Supply, Mike began his own lighting business, and eventually partnered to create PDI, before retiring and moving to Boynton Beach, FL. His children remember him as a kind, gentle and patient father who encouraged them to pursue their goals. He was a dedicated and courageous volunteer. His extensive work with the Greater Hartford Jaycees led him to co-chair the ICO, and as a volunteer fireman for the town of Simsbury accomplished his goals to be part of a strong community to help others. He was a generous, witty, and dedicated husband, dad, grandfather, businessman, and dear friend who will be greatly missed by all. A memorial is scheduled for Friday, February 19th at 11:30 a.m. at the Hebrew Home, 1 Abrahams Blvd, W. Hartford. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mike’s life. Friends and family are invited to join us for a reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the National Kidney Foundation or The American Heart Association . Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford, CT. Please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm