The family of Michael John Pooley, age 69 years, are heartbroken to announce his peaceful passing in hospital on Sunday, May 15, 2022 after a brief illness.
Michael was born July 22, 1952 in Port Arthur, Ontario. He was the beloved son of Evelyn (nee Strachan) and Patrick Pooley. He was raised and educated locally. He then attended school in California and became a Certified Commercial and Open Water Diver. Michael returned to Canada working various construction jobs that required a diver in and around the Ottawa area. He then made his way back to Thunder Bay where he joined the Fire Department, retiring in 2010 after 28 years of dedicated service to his community.
Michael loved the outdoors and his camp at Silver Islet was truly his happy place. Michael, along with his son, Mika spent countless hours refurbishing the camp and enjoying each others company.
Michael will be sadly missed by his loving wife, Millie Labelle; beloved son and best friend, Mika (Kristin); sisters, Mary (Ed) Cameron and Patti Pooley-Boyer (Ed). Nieces who will miss their “Uncle Mikey” are, Jess (Mark), Sara (Paul), Amy (Jason), Jenny (Tyler) and Becky (Soren) as well as many great nieces, nephews, close cousins, friends and Vic.
Predeceased by his loving parents, Patrick and Evelyn and brother James in infancy.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service. A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the EVEREST FUNERAL CHAPEL, 299 Waverley Street at Algoma.
In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Silver Islet Campers Association or St. Joseph's Hospice would be greatly appreciated.
