Michael K. Hesselgrave, 77, passed away at home on October 14, 2018. He was born on December 18, 1940 in Speedway, Indiana to William and Helen Hesselgrave.
Mike graduated from Speedway High School in 1958. He attended the University of Louisville on a football scholarship. Mike left U of L, to join the United States Marine Corp, where he served from 1963 to 1968. He then attended Marian College, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 1965.
Mike worked in Sales and Management for IBM, Control Data, and AnaComp.
He was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. Mike also enjoyed politics and food. He also loved animals of all kind.
Mike is survived by his soulmate, Pat Hesselgrave; daughters, Tammy Brooks and Kathy Hesselgrave; brother, Phillip Hesselgrave; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Bill Hesselgrave and Barbara Dugan.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Indiana Funeral Care, Harry W Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis. Friends may share memories from 2 p.m. until the service time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Indianapolis (www.indyhumane.org) or the ASPCA (www.aspca.org/donate).
Angela Lane says
Pat, Tammy and Kathy. I wish you comfort during this time. Mike was a wonderful husband and Father. I will miss participating on family dinners. I always enjoyed our conversations and all his advice over the years. I will miss him terribly!! Love to you all.
Sharon says
Your family has my deepest sympathy. I am so very sorry to learn of the loss of Mr. Mike, someone so beloved. I was thinking of something to say to ease the tremendous pain that your family is suffering. So I compiled this list of scriptures that is sure to bring you comfort in this difficult time: Psalms 55:22; Proverbs 3: 5 & 6; Isaiah 41:10; 2 Corinthians 1:3-7; James 4:8; and Revelation 21:4. Be strong. Cherish the memories. May the peace of God be with your family always. And, please, remember to call upon his name found at Psalms 83:18.
Rise Cavaness says
Pat, Tammy, and Kathy, I can’t even begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss of a wonderful, loving husband and father. Having lost my dad in 2012, I can honestly tell you it gets a little easier, only because we know they are now at peace with no pain. My heart goes out to you all during this difficult time. Please take care of one another and know I’m only a phone call/ text away if you need anything….. â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Bart abd Terri Trester says
So very sorry for your loss. We will keep you and tour family in my prayers. Sending you much love and big hugs!!
Bart and Terri Trester
Donna O’Brien & Erin Neuberger says
Tammy, Kat, & Mama Pat, I sincerely pray for you all, it’s never easy loosing a family member so hold each other tight through this process & remember all the good times together & know that your all loved so much! May God bring peace & comfort to your broken heartsâ¤ï¸
Gary Richardson says
I send my sincere condolences to you Pat, Kat and Tammy and famiky. Mike and I met through business in 1968. Since we then we’ve always been friends. I cannot count the number of times we played golf. I do recall traveling to Monterey and Carmel CA to play Spanish Bay Links and Pebble Beach. It was a wonderful trip that I will forever cheerish.
You are a privelidged family to have a wonderful guy like Mike in your life.
I’m sorry I cannot enjoy your celebration of life in honor of Mike. I’m traveling to Ohio to services for my oldest sister that passed last Friday. I will never forget the great times with Mike and friends playing golf. Prayers are sent for strength and health.
Carol Niccum says
May all the love that will be expressed from family and friends lift you up through this extremely difficult time of loss. Your Dad was always full of laughs and enjoyed life. He was such a loving man! I know all of you women benefited from Mike’s love. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Carol
Greg Knapp says
Pat, I am very sorry for your loss! I know that Mike was a great guy and meant so very much to you! May he rest with the Lord of Hosts forever and ever!
Tommy West says
Pat, So very sorry that we lost Mike. We meet at P.I. And had a great adventure. He was a Marine and loved the Corp. I will miss Mike and the conversations we had.. World needs more people like Mike. Semper-Fi. L/Cpl. Tommy West. USMC
Ron and Sue Bell says
Mike was a great classmate and friend. Class of 1958 Speedway H.S. I enjoyed playing golf with Mike and our high school friends.
Robyn Scheel says
Sorry to hear of your loss.
May all of the good times and memories be of comfort to you at this time
Love, Robyn and Fred
Angie Netter says
Pat, Tammy and Kat,
The service was very moving today. Words from loved ones, prayer and the folding of the flag all made such a beautiful tribute. My prayers for comfort will continue for you all. Much love.
Fran Marburgh says
Kathy and Tammy, I am so sorry for the loss of this awesome patriarch. I remember the love he had for you girls, he was so proud of you. Know that he will always love you and will only be a prayer away, when you need to talk to him. He will always be looking down and smiling at you and your mom. Love you guys, cherish the lifelong memories he has left for you. He’s ok now, no more pain.
Bob and Gloria Templin says
Pat, Kathy, and Tammy, Although we are many miles apart be assured we were there in our hearts for you. Mike was a great friend and classmate. I know he was a wonderful husband and father. We are greatly saddened by and extremely sorry for your loss. God bless you.
Joyce Rupert says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tony Hesslegrave (Wales in UK) says
To all members of Mike’s family. I never met Mike but would like to add my condolences on his recent death.