1954
2013
Michael John Orlich, 58, unexpectedly passed away on April 14, 2013 at his home in Austin, Texas. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Sandra Orlich for 36 years. He is survived by his two sons, Chad and wife Allison Orlich of Austin, and John Orlich of Houston. He is also survived by his parents Dorothy and Nick Orlich of Kingwood, Texas, his mother-in-law Louise McCown, and his brother Steven from Bellingham, Washington.
Born in New Jersey, Michael attended college at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. He was a loyal employee at Toshiba International for 35 years, where he advanced to the prestigious title of Western Regional Sales Manager. In his spare time, he was an avid fisherman and enjoyed caring for his garden.
A visitation was held at Kingwood Funeral Home, 22800 Highway 59 North, Kingwood, Texas, 77339 on Saturday, April 20, 2013. He will be loved and missed by many.
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May 12, 2014
Scott Holdridge
You are very missed by all.........
April 23, 2013
Steve Mercer
To Mike's family, I was a fraternity brother of Mike and though we have never met, I hope it will help ease your pain that when I think of my years in college, one memory that shines through is meeting and living in the house with this generous, funny and intense man. God bless you!
April 22, 2013
Debbie Tucker
Sandy,
I pray that God wrap his loving arms around you.
All my love, Debbie Tucker
April 21, 2013
Steve Orlich
Sandy, Nick and Dottie, I'm so saddened to hear about Michael's passing. It was too soon. My prayers are with you.
April 20, 2013
Sandy, John, Chad, Nick and Dottie. Our thoughts are with you on this sad occassion. With deepest sympathy, Dick and Maria Orlich-Healy.
April 20, 2013
Ken, Kathy, Scott Santschi
Sandy, Chad and John,
Kathy, Scott and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
April 19, 2013
Still in shock over the loss. I feel lucky to have had the pleasure of working with Mike. He was a great mentor and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Doug & Julie Fullerton
April 19, 2013
Scott D. Holdridge
Sandy & Family, you have my very heartfelt sympathy and support and prayers. Mike was a wonderful, funny, supportive, and great friend thru our interwoven lives, and to my father (Jim Holdridge) and family. He will be greatly missed by all, but never forgotten in our hearts.
Scott D. Holdridge & Family
April 19, 2013
Dave & Shirley Felak
What can be said? Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to the whole Orlich family. Nick & Dottie please know that others are also sharing in your loss as well.
April 18, 2013
Zack Schwartz
John, I am deeply saddened for you and your family's loss. Mike was a great guy. I'll always remember spending time with you and your family at your house in Vancouver.
April 18, 2013
Our Orlich family we had great family reunions, I miss those. We came from good strong roots, with longevity ... Michael will be missed . from your Iowa cousin, BG
April 18, 2013
Claudia Klikoff
Sandy, my heart goes out to you and yur family. This was too soon to lose someone so vibrant and full of life. My heart goes out to you and I am sending hugs as well. May God bless you in this most difficult of times.
April 18, 2013
Art and Laura Perkinson
Sandy my heart breaks for you, this was so sudden you can't even possible wrap your mind around it yet. I will forever remember the fun dinners we had and the many many laughs over drinks, especially the one in Vancouver before the Portland shows. Mike was a huge supported of what you wanted to do and I know he is watching over you an wanting you to be strong.
April 18, 2013
Sandy and Billy Schwartz
Sandy, Chad and John - We are shocked and saddened to hear of Mike's passing. How we met and the time your family spent in Vancouver were very special. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
April 18, 2013
Phil Gunderson
Our deepest Sympanthy to you Sandy and your family. Too soon to lose someone filled with so much to life. I will always remember Mike's impish giggle.
April 18, 2013
Loni Morse
Mike was a wonderful colleague and a dear friend to me during my time at Toshiba. His quick wit and sense of humor livened up our times at work and trade shows. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
I am sending prayers and wishes for peace and healing your way.
All the best,
Loni Morse
April 18, 2013
Bob Oliver
My deepest sympathy to Sandy and family. What a tragic loss of someone who was so full of passion for life itself, and compassion for his fellow man. As so many at Toshiba, I've had the distinct pleasure of working with Mike for 20 years. He was loved by his customers and always fought for what was right and just. His integrity was unsurpssed. I will miss him dearly.
April 18, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
We are so sorry for your loss.
~~Avery Ranch Dental Team
April 17, 2013
Leonard McCown
God bless you Sandra, Chad, John Ross, his parents, brother and Louise. Love, Dusty
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