Uncle Mike was the youngest brother of my dad; only 15 years older than me. He was the family rebel in his younger years, a hard working and loving family man from his middle years on and a life long source of laughter. He introduced me to some of the finer things in life - wines, Miles Davis and a broader appreciation of jazz, as well as a wicked twist on any situation that brought a smile to the lips. Always a welcome when the itinerant nephew dropped in, usually unannounced, from him and Jenny. Love and condolences to Jen, Justin and Nick.