Michael Edward Veilleux

Michael Edward Veilleux was entered into rest on August 19, 2014. He was born in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on May 25, 1960. After graduating from high school, Mike became a journeyman Plumber and joined Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 803. He was always grateful for his sister Evelyn and brother-in-law Frank's guidance during this time. He and Daphne Miller met in 1990. In 1992 Mike moved to Daytona Beach Shores to help care for his parents, returning to Winter Garden in 1994. Mike enjoyed gardening in his spare time and had a small back yard nursery at their 1st home. In 2005 they moved to their existing home in Winter Garden. Although Mike gave up the nursery, this home brought new adventures with all the wildlife activity on the pond. Mike even assisted a trapper with one of the occasional alligators. Mike loved antiques, decorating, and trips to The Barn in Lake Alfred and Renninger’s in Mt. Dora. He became a good cook. Some of his specialties included soups and salads. He had a passion for history and classical music familiarizing himself not only with the music but also the life of the composer. Before his 1st heart attack, Mike, Daphne, and her son Christopher loved to travel. His favorite vacation spot was Washington State to visit Daphne’s sister and family. He loved seeing Mount Rainier, Puget Sound, and Whidbey Island; but every trip had to include Pikes Market to the Old Curiosity Shop. In 2011, his grandson Bentley was born. It didn’t take Bentley long to have his granddaddy’s attention and love. When Bentley came to spend the night, he couldn’t wait to wake up his granddaddy, raising his arms high and saying “It’s not dark anymore” then racing to beat Mike jumping into the recliner. Mike’s quick wit, smile, humor and a nickname for everyone will be missed. He is predeceased by his late parents Frederic and Marjory Veilleux. Mike is survived by brothers John Veilleux (Phyllis), Bob Veilleux (Christiane Morgese), his sister Evelyn (Frank Forquer), and numerous nieces, nephews and their children. Additionally he is survived by Daphne Miller, her son Christopher Miller, and Christopher's son Bentley Blankenship. Other surviving family members include Eloise Roberson (Daphne’s mom), Daphne’s sister Marcia Ricks (Doug), brother Rusty Roberson (Kelley Kadlec) and their families. A Memorial Service will be held at the First United Methodist Church, 125 N. Lakeview Ave., Winter Garden, FL 34787 on Saturday, August 30, 2014, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church in Winter Garden.

Michael Edward Veilleux

May 25, 1960 - August 19, 2014