From Susie Hamilton:

Michael was a brilliant soulful man with amazing intelligence. He pursued a masters degree in computer science at Portland State and worked in construction for many years. There will never be another person in my life like him, he was truly one of a kind.

Michael is survived by his Mom Alene and his childhood sweetheart Susie Hamilton

He died at a way too young age of 49 on June 11th, 2001 from a heart attack