Oct 21, 2013

Truly enjoyed life and helping others

William Michael “Mike” Summers, 59, of Claysville, went home Monday, October 21, 2013, after losing a courageous fight battling cancer.

He was born August 13, 1954, in Fairmont, W.Va., a son of the late Albert Jr. and Maxine Satterfield Summers.

His work history had him traveling the United States, working underseas, building bridges, drilling and carpentry. He worked as a heavy equipment operator out of Local 66, most recently with Pete Caruso and Sons.

Known to many as “Big Daddy”, he enjoyed visiting flea markets, working on his van and could often be found with a Mountain Dew in hand. He played guitar, couldn’t wait for snow to fall for sledding and could do anything he put his mind to. But most of all, he truly enjoyed life and helping others.

He was fiercely loved by his family; his best friend of 24 years, Vickie Tau of Claysville; a son, Jason (Lacey) Tau of Claysville; a daughter, Amber (Mike) Falosk of Prosperity. He was a devoted pappy, never missing an event and each of his grandchildren had him wrapped around their finger. His five grandchildren, Rocco and Troy Falosk, Aidan, Peyton and Harley Jo Tau, were his world. He also leaves behind a large family who loved him abundantly, including six siblings, Margaret Michrina of Canonsburg, Wayne (Antoinette) Summers of McKees Rocks, Linda Daugherty of Canonsburg, Johnny (Sandi) Summers of Washington, Elsie Summers of Washington and Ray (Jamie) Summers of Muse.

Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in William G. Neal Funeral Home Ltd., 925 Allison Avenue, Washington, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 24, with the Rev. Meade Lacock officiating. Burial will follow in Claysville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Claysville Christian Church, 135 Church Street, Claysville, PA 15323.

Additional information and guest book are available at www.NealFuneralHome.com.