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1960
2017
Michael Roy Eairheart, a.k.a "Big Mike" or the "Big Guy", 57, of Springfield, went to be with Jesus on Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Memorial Medical Center.
He was born on March 15, 1960, at Abraham Lincoln Hospital in Lincoln, IL, to Eugene and Zelda (McPherson) Eairheart.
Michael worked as an Information Systems Technician on the Help Desk for the IL Secretary of State's Office. He enjoyed history, reading, collecting coins and coin grading, his family, animals (especially dogs), and computers. He was very interested in people, he remembered names, and something about everyone he met and never forgot anything he was told. He was a great father, brother, son, uncle and friend. He was living at Montvale Estates and had made many friends there also.
He is survived by his two children, Christina (husband Matthew) Carlisle of Stuart, FL, and Derek (wife Crystal) Eairheart of Covington, WA; his father Eugene (Ella) Eairheart of Rockton, IL; 2 grandchildren, Courage and Zach Eairheart; 2 grand dogs, Toto and Roby; his siblings, Robert (wife Linda) Eairheart of Venice, FL, Rogene Meyer of Tucson, AZ, Diana (husband George) Brown of Springfield, and Brian (Michele) Eairheart of Elwood, IL; and many nieces, nephews along with great nieces and nephews. He was loved by all.
He was preceded in death by his mother Zelda Eairheart, his brothera Brent Edward Eairheart, his grandparents Roy and Jennie McPherson, his Uncle Brandon and Aunt Hazel, a niece Jennifer Brown, and his beloved dog "Starlight".
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch Funeral Home West, 2931 S. Koke Mill Rd., Springfield. Per his wishes, cremation rites were accorded. No services are scheduled at this time.
Memorials may be made to the Animal Protective League in honor of his love of animals.
Please visit the online obituary at www.bischfuneralhomewest.com where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.
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June 22, 2017
Eric Dunn
I also worked with Mike at Top's Big Boy back in the day. Mike was a super kind human being, sweet as the day is long. The world will miss Big Mike, and he will live in our memories.
June 20, 2017
Andrea Todd
Mike and I were very close growing up. I will always think of him as my childhood sweetheart. We always used to walk to school together and hung out with a group at Grant Middle School. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
June 20, 2017
Derek Lindsey
I am very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We were best friends all through elementary school at Jane Addams. We lived in the same neighborhood growing up. I have tried to find him to catch up on his life the last several years but couldn't seem to find him. Now it is too late. I am very saddened by this.
June 18, 2017
Worked with Mike many years ago at Tops. He was so sweet and kind. It sounds like he remained that way his whole life. RIP
June 17, 2017
Gail Williams
I worked in the IT area with Mike. We would have nice conversations. He was always so nice. He will be missed.
June 16, 2017
John Davidson
Brian, very sorry to here about Mike. Mike and I go way back to the night shift at FLIC.
He was a great guy and we had a lot of fun during those years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 16, 2017
Jim Cribbett
Christina and Derek. I was so shocked to read of your fathers passing. I remember BIG MIKE at The FRANKLIN. I was a Programmer/Analyst at the time and Mike was in the Computer room, I had previously worked in Computer room. I would come in early and talk to the guys on the night shift. He was very proud of you two and we would talk about our kids, mine were a bit older. I really liked you father very much. After he left The FRANKLIN I lost touch with him but ran into him once in a while and we would reminisced about the good old days. You two will be in my thoughts and prayers. I remember some of our conversations right now. God be with you all.
June 14, 2017
Vickie Bagby
June 13, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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