Michael “Mike” Elm, age 49, of West Allis, formerly of Milwaukee and Oneida, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at his residence.
Mike was born on August 12, 1970 in Milwaukee to Patrick “Pat” Sr. and Laurie (nee Gray) Elm. Following his graduation from South Division High School in 1988, Mike worked for Ladish Co. in the Forge Shop as a hammerman. Later, Mike worked at as a machine operator, welder, and general laborer at various places. Mike had oodles of charisma and he was loved more than he ever realized. Mike was passionate about music and good food, he frequently wore strange shoes, and he could find a treasure anywhere. In addition, Mike was at the forefront of the latest slang and he sometimes like to art weld for fun.
Mike leaves behind his beloved fiancée, Tiffany Elice Rodriguez; as well as his five children, Alexandria (Julian) Garcia of Colorado Springs, CO, Davin (Raechel Huff) Elm of Colorado Springs, CO, Nathan Elm, Mayville, WI, Makenzie Elm, and Elijah Elm, both of Menomonee Falls, WI; and five grandchildren, Uriah, Azarus, Olivia, Geneva, and Nathan Jr. He is further survived by his father, Patrick Elm Sr. and siblings, Patrick Elm Jr., Kelly (Brian) McAndrews, and Anthony “Tony” (Mariah) Elm, as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Mike was fiercely protective, and he has joined our ancestors to protect us from above. In addition to his beloved mama, Laurie, a clan of rowdy angels greeted Mike in the Creator’s land, including, his great grandparents, grandparents, Elm uncles– Emil Jr., Nicholas (“Nick”), Rick, and Tom, maternal uncles, and an army of other relatives and friends. We know Mike was greeted with open arms, a slap on the back and a party.
A Celebration of Mike will be held starting from 2:00 to 5:00pm on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Southeastern Oneida Tribal Services “SEOTS” (5233 W. Morgan Avenue, Milwaukee, WI). The Oneida singers will sing from 3:00 to 3:30pm and a Memorial Service will begin around 3:30pm. We will share memories and tales of Mike throughout this time.
The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Homes have been entrusted with Mike’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family are appreciated.
