Michael J. Felthager (October 4, 1959 – October 6, 2024)
Mike was always late for everything except his entrance (being born 2 months early on October 4, 1959) and his final exit (October 6, 2024). Being Jack & Mary Jo’s baby of the family, he was regularly the recipient of sibling torture at the hands of Jack, Charlie & Kris or left at a lake somewhere with a cousin or 2. (Hey Jimmy). From playing army and burning his brothers’ letterman’s jacket, to being tied between two trees with his back to the mountain, Mike grew up with an appreciation for adventure.
He was first and foremost the husband and father that people envied. Always there with a smile, story and laugh. Come on over, let’s BBQ! There was never a problem big or small that he couldn’t fix. From a piece of machinery to a refrigerator that was always too warm, or even a broken heart, people were always heard to say “I don’t know…call Mike Felthager.” He would answer with a “yep, yep, yep; it’s all good; or who knows?” But he always fixed it with the help of his “featherless by now guardian angel.”
Always a dreamer, creator and inventor, finding success at many different times in his life, with his final endeavor, Guardian Hydraulics being the best success!
Even with all his successes, the things he was proudest of are his children, Michelle & Dustin, Meghan & Lucas, Mackenzi, Michael & Kaylynne, Molly, and Cody & Cindee.
His grandchildren though! There is where he shone with pride – Liam, Logan, Lane, Olivia, Addisyn, Carter, Caleb, Justin, Levi, Jaydin Jr., Malachi, Issac, Hallie, KC, Wrenley, Savion & Ayla and Cash. They had him right where they wanted him. They made his heart so happy. He would go to ANY length to show his love. The love of his life and partner in crime, his wife of 43 years, Tami, would be the recipient to shower the most of his immense love on.
He made friends wherever he went, and they became lifelong friends. He should have run for mayor. Trips to Walmart and Safeway were always full of handshakes and hugs…and took foooorever.
Always and to his dying day, Mike wore his Brown Scapular. Our blessed Lady’s promise to us that “whosoever dies wearing this shall never suffer eternal flame.” His devotion to God and His Blessed Mother were unmatched. We should all pray as much as he did.
And finally – TRUMP 2024! *eye rolls* all around.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Jack & Mary Jo Felthager. Left to cherish Mike’s memory are his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews, and his best friend, Jim Chongway.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 15,from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Comi Funeral Home. Rosary to follow visitation, October 15, at 6:00 PM followed by funeral mass, Wednesday, October 16, at 10:00 AM at Comi Chapel, Trinidad, Colorado. Interment to be at Trinidad Catholic following the Mass.
Active pallbearers are Michael Felthager, Jr., Cody Kissman, Dustin Mincic, Molly Gomez, Lucas Gerardo, and Jim Chongway. Honorary Pallbearers are Dale Ketcherside, Jerry Dixon, Carl Skalko, Jim Brunelli, Mike Alfonso, Charlie Felthager, Jack Felthager, Joe DeAngelis, Tim King, Brandon Toci, and too many friends to mention.
