Mike is survived by two sisters, Maureen Tobin of Lake Panasoffkee, Fla. and Margaret Rogers of Archer City, Tex.; one brother, Edward (Sherry) Tobin of Kentucky; a special niece, Wendy Teasley of New Albany, Pa.; a special friend, Robert Button of Canisteo and his beloved dog, Lacey.
He was predeceased by a sister, Kathleen Tobin and a brother-in-law, Gerald Wayne “Tex” Rogers.
Michael lived a life of adversity and had to learn at an early age how to overcome the challenges that can come your way. At the age of two Mike entered into foster care at the Hornell Children’s Home. Over the next 13 years, his home life changed on a regular basis. As a middle teenager he was reunited with his siblings and moved to California to live with his older sister, Kathleen. After her death, he moved back to New York where he lived independently for the next 20 years until recent illnesses required him to give up his trailer and move into an apartment in Alfred.
Throughout his struggles, Mike developed a great sense of humor to put the hard times into perspective. He also learned to appreciate the little things in live. One of his favorite “little things” was to buy a couple of scratch off lottery tickets with his friend Robert and dream big how they would spend their winnings.
There will be no prior visitation. A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover. Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.
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Memorial contributions in Michael’s name may be made to SPCA Serving Allegany County, PO Box 381, Wellsville, NY 14895
