Michael J. Champion,77,of Tarpon Springs,Florida passed away on October 26th,2021, while in Hospice Care. He fought a short but hard battle with an aggressive cancer. He went peacefully surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of 57 years; Charlotte R. Champion, their daughters; Tricia Champion and Jenny Fox~ husband Gary. Their five grandchildren; Eddie Champion~wife Heather, Courtney Champion~Fiance Trey, Anthony Champion, Scott Fox, and Erin Fox and several great-grandchildren.
Mike was an avid fisherman, boater, and camper. He loved the outdoors and spending as much free time as possible on the water with family and friends. He loved music and loved to dance: “Bend your knees”
He graduated from Lawrence Central High School, married the love of his life, Went to Purdue University, and then went to work at Plumber’s Supply Co. for 40 years, where he made some lifelong friendships.
He never met a stranger and would always help anyone in need.
Celebration of Life will be held at The American Legion Post #355 7610 S. Meridian St Indianapolis IN 46217
Please view and sign the guest book through Dobies Funeral Homes
Charlotte
October 31, 2021, 12:29 am
I love you and miss you. You will be forever in my heart.
John and Sandy Harden
October 31, 2021, 1:01 am
He will be missed by many people in Tarpon Shores. He always had a great smile. He would give services to anyone that needed help in the park. Our heart goes out to you. John and myself pray for Charlotte and your family.
Hubenthal Elaine
October 31, 2021, 1:05 am
So so very. Sorry for your loss Mike was a great friend all these years so so sorry Elaine
Cheryl Schafer
October 31, 2021, 1:33 am
So sorry for loss. Our prayers are with you.
Jerry & Cheryl Schafer
Vonda Bearden
October 31, 2021, 4:24 am
CHARLOTTE AND FAMILY
We are so very sorry to here of MIKE passing…He was a wonderful man,great friend,and wonderful father and grandfather…
I will never ever forget how Mike &Charlotte treated us like family…I don’t believe I’ve ever meant a family who is as wonderful as Mike and Charlotte. God truly got another angel…..He made you feel like family right off the bat….He will sadly be missed by so many people…I dout he even realize how many people he has truly touched….I know our family has so many great memories….He was a great role model as to what and how men should be…
Mike you will be missed by all us.
I know your not suffering any more….
May all the Champion family know your in our thoughts and prayers. We love each and every one of you….Im here if any of you need to talk…..Love from the Bearden Family……
Mike say hello to Melissa and keep an eye on her like u did at the lake…..
Bill & Nan Fortier
October 31, 2021, 12:20 pm
We have been blessed to have had many fun, happy and laugh until we cried memories of Mike. We will truly miss him, especially that mischievous side of him! RIP Mike and prayers and heart felt sympathy for Charlotte and all of Mikes family! 💜Bill and Nan
John & Teresa Hammel
October 31, 2021, 3:27 pm
John and I are so sad to hear this.
Mike was and always will be forever in our hearts. Thoughts and Prayers go out to Charlotte and family
Connolly Gale
November 1, 2021, 12:36 am
He was a great guy and I loved his smile, prayers for all of you.
Gale Connolly
TIFFANY CATELLIER
November 1, 2021, 3:37 pm
I was so sorry to hear of my cousin Mike passing. He has always been very nice & caring to me. He will definately be missed by many. My prayers are with you.
Anita and Jim Goga
November 1, 2021, 3:39 pm
We are so sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. We will truly miss his smiling face. I know he is up above with all the rest of our Angels that left our community. When we look up let us remember to say I love you and miss you. Charlotte you will always be in our hearts and prayers.
Kris Beyers
November 1, 2021, 10:50 pm
My dear Charlotte…sending my love and deepest, heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. You are in my prayers and will be on my mind. God’s Blessings.
Marilyn Swenson
November 2, 2021, 7:30 pm
He was a very special friend.he will be missed.He was fun always said to you god bless you Mike.My condolences.to Charlotte and the family.m
Paula Terrell
November 10, 2021, 6:36 am
Mike was my friend from PSC. Oh how I loved him ! We laughed on the phone daily and meant every year here for the big show they would have . We always had FEW beers together.
Charlotte and family – I know how you will miss him – I’m praying for you guys – Mike was
one great man . May he rest in peace
Paula Terrell
Karen and Pat O'Gara
November 10, 2021, 4:43 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Charlotte and family. We have many great memories of time spent with you both. You and Mike were always so kind to everyone, no one was a stranger. Pat and I still talk about the weekend, probably mid 90’s, you let us sleep on your boat when you were out of town because we didn’t have air conditioning and you just wanted us to have a nice, comfortable bed.
Love you Charlotte! ❤️
paul berg
January 20, 2022, 5:19 pm
i miss u uncle mike