As you may know, Michael was a lifelong theatre devotee, gaining many kudos in the Columbus, Ohio area before moving to the Lansing area with partner Don Savolainen - and gracing Riverwalk Theatre with his talents, acting, directing, and on the board - he is well remembered for his acting in August, Osage County, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest and The Lyons, and directing Leaving Iowa and Beyond Therapy. Sadly his body was not as indomitable as his spirit and he exited to that Green Room in the sky Friday, May 4, on vacation with Don in scenic Pigeon Forge, TN.
Donations in memory of Michael may be sent to Riverwalk Theatre (p.o. Box 12249 Lansing 48901)— and/or to the Cancer Society, the Kidney Foundation or Ohio Community Theatre Association in care of the funeral home: fergusonfuneralhomeinc.com.