1947
2017
Michel R. Deveix, 70, of Greenville, SC, passed away on August 5, 2017, with his family by his side. He was born in Decazeville, France, to Leon Paul and Leonie Dupuy Deveix.
Michel moved to the United States early in his 40+ year career with Michelin, ultimately retiring as an Industrial Risk Manager with the company. Michel enjoyed traveling, hiking, playing pétanque, and watching soccer and rugby. He served on the Board of Directors for the Verdae YMCA from its 2015 formation until his passing, and was an active fundraiser for its programs for the underserved and financially needy.
Michel is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen O’Neill Deveix; his daughter, Sandrine Neely, husband Sam and their children, Alexia, Luke, Lila, and Cameron; his son, Jerome Deveix and wife Jordan; and stepchildren, Maureen Feldbaum, Austin and Tiana Feldbaum, and Owen Feldbaum and wife Latona Giwa and their daughter Emory; his older sisters, Janette Millot, Simone Morand, and Suzette Aldinucci, older brother Janot Deviex and wife Josette; and his brother and sister in law, Charles and Francoise Gembolys and their mother.
A reception and celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 19th from 2:00-4:00pm in the Kirkland Room at The Mackey Mortuary, 311 Century Dr., Greenville, with Rev. Baxter Wynn officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Verdae YMCA, 3 Legacy Park Road, Greenville, SC 29607.
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March 6, 2018
Dominique ARROUY
C'est avec tristesse que j'apprends ce jour le décès de Michel qui fût mon mentor et modèle dans les années 70, chez Michelin à Clermont-Ferrand.
J'avais croisé Michel lorsque je travaillais à Greenville de 77 à 84.
C'était un homme de grande qualité de qui je me suis inspiré tout au long de ma carrière.
Mes condoléances à toute sa famille.
Dominique ARROUY
September 6, 2017
Jules & Victor
Michel will forever hold a special place in our hearts. His cheery positive happy-go-lucky attitude, big smile, compassionate heart, and incredibly funny sense of humor completely endeared him to us. We'll never forget leaving his & Kate's home the day after his birthday party. We were getting into our little convertible Porsche and Michel walked by, kicked one of the tires (non-Michelin), and nonchalantly advised "I wouldn't drive too fast on those tires." We fell hook, line, and sinker for that line and immediately examined our tires as Michel walked away chuckling! We look forward to seeing you again Michel. In the meantime, get to work on building us a home next door to you and Kate in Heaven.
August 22, 2017
The tributes to Michel on Saturday spoke volumes about the wonderful man I was fortunate enough to know as a neighbor and fellow hiker. He will be greatly missed. Prayers and love to his family. ...susan
August 22, 2017
Maria Ogawa
I was surprised and saddened to hear of Michel's passing. He was one of my first career managers in Michelin. I will always remember him as being caring yet challenging...even after he changed jobs and was no longer 'obligated' to look out for my well-being. I am so fortunate to have learned this valuable lesson, early in my career, from someone like Michel! My thoughts and prayers are with the family he leaves behind.
August 21, 2017
It is with great sadness that I learn of Michel's death.
All my condolences to the family.
[email protected]
August 21, 2017
Cabirou Roger
C'est avec une grande tristesse que nous apprenons le décès de Michel. Michel nous garderons de toi le souvenir de ton sourire , ta bonne humeur, ta gentillesse et bien d'autres choses encore . Tu vas nous manquer. Ton combat contre la maladie, ton courage et ton optimiste resteront un exemple . Merci pour tout ce que tu as apporté à chacun de nous .
Kate,Sandrine, Jérôme acceptez nos très sincères condoléances ,pour vous et vos enfants.
Annick et Roger CABIROU
St Laurent d'olt (aveyron)
August 20, 2017
Our sincerest condolences for the lost of Michel. We have many fond memories and are thinking a lot our 1 month trip to the west. You are in our thoughts and prayers with deepest sympathy.
Family Battendier
August 19, 2017
thoughts and prayers are with the family. Our sincerest condolences
Lucie Battendier
August 19, 2017
Barbara Chase
Kate, my heart is with you, know how blessed I am to have known Michel, even if for just a short time.
Barbara
August 19, 2017
Sincères condoléances à toute la famille Deveix. C'est avec tristesse que je viens d'apprendre son décés. Je garderai in bon souvenir d'un homme juste, droit et souriant..
Marie-T. Clonts
August 19, 2017
we love you guys! michel will be sadly missed, but he left us with plenty of happy and funny memories!! Melody, Rob and Tara Donlin
August 19, 2017
Andrea Burch
Much love to all. He is already missed. Brian and John and Amber wish they were here with us today. Many prayers, Andrea and Alyssa
August 19, 2017
Andrea Burch
With deepest Sympathy.
Betty & Gary Hudgens
Willow Creek Friends
August 19, 2017
JP Coquin
Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
JP & Bonnie
August 19, 2017
Tom Wegman
August 19, 2017
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August 19, 2017
Tom & Nancy Wegman
A great guy, a great neighbor and a great friend. You will truly be missed Michel...
August 19, 2017
David Dewease
My sincere condolences to each of you at this time of sorrow. Michel began his life in Greenville at the same time I began my Michelin career. Through the years we crossed paths and worked together many times. His concern for others and his devotion to doing the right thing were truly remarkable. He'll remain in our memories forever.
August 19, 2017
Michel & Marisol Lahouratate
Michel, toute ton énergie et ton esprit si positif n'auront malheureusement pas suffit à vaincre cette maladie.
Tu resteras pour toujours, au côté d'Eliane, dans nos curs comme un exemple d'humanité et de gentillesse.
Tu nous manqueras terriblement....
Toutes nos condoléances à Kathie, Sandrine, Jérôme et à leurs familles
August 18, 2017
Deborah Dunlap
Un gentleman merveilleux ... une énorme perte
August 17, 2017
Dick Wilkerson
I was so sorry to hear of Michel's passing. We worked together for many years, and he was a role model for all Michelin managers. He was dedicated to doing the right thing, to caring for people, and to helping the company succeed, but never called attention to himself.
I hope that as time causes the pain of his loss to ebb, that you will be left only with the fond memories of a truly kind and good man.
August 17, 2017
Stéphanie DHUR
Farewell Michel
Our families shared so many great moments I will never forget, you were by our side in the sad times.
My prayers and thoughts go to Jérôme and Sandrine.
Sincères condoléances,
Stéphanie
August 17, 2017
Prangthip Poonsub
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Michel. Michel is very kindness person, always smile. He is a good coach to develop people. During period Michel worked in Thailand, he built a strong fundamental of EP (Environmental and Risk Prevention) in Asia. We're lucky to work with you at that time. My deepest sympathies go out to Katie, Sandrine and Jerome. He will not be forgotten.
August 16, 2017
Tom Vaughan
Michel was a great person to know . We worked together to get the things we needed to help our operation improve .
He was extremely capable and fun to be around .
I'm glad I got to talk to him from time to time , the last at the Beaujolais Noveau Fete at the Greenville International Center this past year.
A true Southern Gentleman , from France!
My thoughts are with his wife and and his family.
Tom Vaughan
Simpsonville , SC
August 16, 2017
Uwe Jackstadt
I am deeply saddened about the loss of my former colleague Michel. A good man who has become my friend over the years. His memory lives on...
My deepest sympathy to Katie and her family.
Herzliches Beileid!
August 16, 2017
Alfredo Manera
My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers are with the Deveix family in this sad moment.
I met with Michel in Asia and I had been impressed by his passion, his humor and his natural ability to connect with people.
So I was very happy to meet with him again when I came to Greenville, last year we spent many delightful Sunday mornings battling and enjoying wine on the "petanque" field with our common friends.
Michel, I'm going to miss your smile, your jokes and the joy you were able to emanate and relay to people around you
August 16, 2017
L Miller
Dear Deveix family your in our thoughts and prayers during this occasion. Your in our thoughs and prayers
August 16, 2017
Lydia Miller
To the family our thoughts and prayers are with your family May God be with you all during these difficult days
August 15, 2017
Johan and Henny Van Dalen
We were saddened by the news that Michel has passed away. We have known Michel for many years. The last time we met was on his 70th birthday party a couple of months ago.
We had a very good time with Michel and Katie when they visited us in Tucson earlier this year.
We will miss him.
We wish Katie, Sandrine and Jerome a lot of strength during this difficult time.
August 15, 2017
Marianne
Kate,
So sad to hear about Michel's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 15, 2017
Nick Walker
With my deepest condolences - a wonderful man who gave so much to us all. We will miss him deeply.
August 14, 2017
Didier Leclaire
This is very sad to hear. Michel was a good man and a very good friend of my family. Sending prayers to his whole family, Jerome and Sandrine I will keep you in my prayers
August 14, 2017
Emile, Mireille Milhomis
C'est avec une grande tristesse que nous présentons nos sincères condoléances à Katie,Sandrine et Jérôme ainsi qu'à leurs familles.
Je connaissais Michel depuis l'age de 18 ans, quand nous étions étudiants à Bordeaux.
Il est toujours resté un ami fidèle plein d'enthousiasme et de générosité.
Le 19 aout nous serons par la pensée à vos cotés pour rendre hommage à sa mémoire, que son sourire nous donne la force de surmonter son absence.
Nous vous embrassons affectueusement Katie, Sandrine et Jérôme.
Émile et Mireille.
August 14, 2017
Michel Pêcher
C'est avec tristesse que nous avons appris la disparition de Michel. Il s'est battu lui aussi avec courage contre la maladie. Nous garderons le souvenir d'un ami souriant, optimiste, qui nous a beaucoup aidé lors de notre arrivée en SC avec nos jeunes enfants. Je garderai aussi la considération d'un très bon professionnel, toujours prêt à rendre service.
Nos condoléances aux enfants et petits enfants.
Michel et Nicole Pêcher
August 13, 2017
Johan Brown
We are so sad to hear of Michel's passing. He was such a lovely, funny, sweet and kind man. We enjoyed the times we spent with him and Kathy. He will be missed.
Our prayers go out to Kathy and his family and hope they can find solace in knowing so many people loved him.
Johan and Jim Brown, Atlanta GA
August 13, 2017
Cindy Henry
Michel was always a fun loving Frenchman who brightened everyone's day with whom he came in contact with. His laughter will be present in the hearts of those who had the pleasure to know him.
So sadden for your loss, Katie. Find comfort in the love and memories you two shared.
August 13, 2017
Oh NO! I loved Michel. We had a great working relationship over many years. I can never forget his rendition of "'O sole mio" at an off-site leadership conference and dinner back in the day...
August 13, 2017
Don Robertson
Oh NO! I loved Michel. He was a great friend and colleague. We had a great working relationship over many years. I can never forget his rendition of "'O sole mio" at an off-site leadership conference and dinner back in the day... My sympathies and condolences to Michel's family!
August 13, 2017
Larry Can dler
I knew Michel through the OLLI program at Furman. He always had a friendly smile on his face, a very pleasant person to be around. I will not be able to attend the Celebration of Life due to being out ot town, but you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Candler
August 13, 2017
ELLEN WELSH
RIP my friend. I will forever remember your smile and the laughs we had over the years! I too spent my entire life and career w/Michelin (39 years) retiring end of 2015. I learned a lot from Michel as he was always humble and willing to share and not judge ... a wonderful person. I will keep the family close to my heart and in my prayers.
August 13, 2017
Clay Gompf
Michel was a wonderful, sharp, fun, effervescent, humble and kind soul. He is missed.
August 13, 2017
CHATEAU Anne-Marie
C'est avec une peine infinie que j'ai appris la disparition de Michel.
Je tiens à exprimer à toute sa famille ma plus profonde sympathie et mes sincères condoléances. Mes pensées vous accompagnent dans ces moments douloureux.
Anne-Marie CHATEAU
August 13, 2017
Nathalie and Jeff Belk
You and your family will stay in our thoughts and prayers. Great moments between our families as we were growing up will always hold good memories. Our deepest sympathies.
August 13, 2017
Denise Walters
We knew Michel for only a short time, but, in that time, we grew to love him. His warmth, intelligence and the secret imp within was infectious. We will always miss him, but when we remember him, we will always smile.
Glenn and DD Walters
August 12, 2017
Nous sommes très tristes suite au départ de notre ami Michel. S'il existait des mots qui puissent soulager votre peine nous vous le dirions du fond du cur.
Nos condoléances les plus vives et les plus sincères à toute la famille
Isabelle et Raymond Montagne Clermont Ferrand (France)
August 11, 2017
Phyllis and Don Hanna
So sorry for your loss. You and family in my thoughts and prayers
August 11, 2017
Corinne Brunet
I just got the information of Michel passing away When I joined MICHELIN in 2007 in the internal audit and Risk management department he was one of my first colleague I appreciated his Way of caring for others, sharing his long experience and passion for his job We often hard long discussions on his favorite topic preventive maintenance !I keep in my memory his very kind smile and gentle serenity My sincere condoleances to all his family Corinne BRUNET, a former MICHELIN colleague
August 11, 2017
Odile et Robert Prat présentent à toute la famille à Michel leurs sincères condoléances.
Michel restera l'un de mes meilleurs amis que j'ai connu à son arrivée à Clermont Ferrand.
Cela fait le deuxième ami qui s'est éteint en 8 mois et Michel le connaissait bien .
Amitiés à toute la famille. Bises à Katie.
August 11, 2017
Barbara Chase
August 11, 2017
jean HUARD
J'ai longtemps travaillé avec Michel (Canada, USA,France) J'ai beaucoup apprécié son professionnalisme , et sa gentillesse. Je suis très triste. Mes très sincères condoléances, et beaucoup de courage à la famille en particulier pour ses deux enfants . J'ai également une pensée pour leur mère Eliane.
August 11, 2017
GERARD DHUR
We will always remember the great moments we spent together .Your kindness and your smiling face will be forever with us .
Our toughts are also for Katie ,Jèrome and Sandrine ,we can't be with you to share that sad moment ,but our mind is .
Gérard and Danièle
August 10, 2017
Bonnie Dogan
Lots of memories at Michelin and praying for the family. He was such a nice gentleman and may God continue to bless and keep the family.
August 10, 2017
Dennis and Kandy Kovacs Kovac
For you always Michel.
August 10, 2017
Dennis and Kandy Kovacs
Praying for peace for his wife and family. We shared in many wonderful memories with The Deveix's at Willow Creek. His personality was infectious! I was happy to see him prior to his wedding to Kathleen. He will be missed. God Bless.
August 10, 2017
Kathleen Johnson
God be with you and your family at this time. Michel's leadership in the community made a huge positive impact for so many others. Whenever I was in meetings with Michel at the YMCA, his smile, thoughtfulness and kind generosity for others always was forefront. My thoughts are with you.
August 10, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
August 10, 2017
Jim and Rosiane Leclaire
Katie, Sandrine, Jerome, we have been thinking about Michel and you every day for months.
Our families have so many great memories for 40 years.
Our deepest sympathy
Jim and Rosiane
August 10, 2017
Peace Center
We are so sorry to hear of Michel's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We hope that you find peace and love in the memories you cherish.
With deepest sympathy,
Your friends at The Peace Center
August 10, 2017
Katie and Tom Skelton
What a great man! He will be truly missed! Our sympathies are with you all.
August 9, 2017
Michael Reindorp
Michel was a great friend and colleague over the many years that we worked together. We collaborated on many issues and achieved many successes together.
Despite loosing this last battle with his health Michel leaves a lasting legacy of a life well lived with many many achievements that both inspired and encouraged his family, his friends and his peers.
So sad for your loss Katie.
Love to you and all of your families,
Mike
August 9, 2017
Maurice Sullivan
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted "and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.
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