Michael Vincent Spade, age 54, of New Hudson, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea, went home to heaven peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Henry Ford Hospital in Novi. Mike was born November 24, 1971, in Southfield, Michigan, the son of Vincent Louis Spade and Patricia Susan (Andrews) Spade.
Mike graduated from Chelsea High School in 1990, and went on to attend Bowling Green State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Theater and Fine Arts. His love of theater and storytelling stayed with him throughout his life. After college, Mike moved to Florida where he worked for Disney, sharing his enthusiasm and knowledge of film and production with theme park visitors.
He later earned his Series 7 certification and began a career in financial services, working as a wholesaler selling annuities for Nationwide in Nevada, Colorado, Ohio, Michigan and New York. Mike continued his career in sales for several well-known companies, including Konica Minolta and LexisNexis, where he was known for his strong relationships and natural ability to connect with people.
Mike had a deep appreciation for life and adventure. He loved to travel and enjoyed living in many different places over the years. He was happiest when he was active and outdoors. An avid runner, Mike competed in half marathons and Tough Mudder races and was a regular at the gym. He also loved biking and spending time in nature.
Mike was an enthusiastic reader and had a wonderful sense of humor that could brighten any room. Friends and neighbors often sought him out for his practical knowledge. Whether it was car repair, home improvement, or figuring out how something worked, Mike was always willing to lend a hand and share his expertise.
Above all, Mike valued time with the people he loved. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and built many meaningful relationships throughout his life.
Mike is survived by his father, Vincent Spade of Sarasota, Florida; his sister, Dawn (Dan) Burnham of West Hartford, Connecticut; his niece, Anna Burnham; and his aunts and uncles, Susan and Doug Frazier of Greece, New York, and Sally and Stan Achey of Middletown Springs, Vermont. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Spade, also from Chelsea.
A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan Humane Society. Arrangements were entrusted to Cole Funeral Home Chapel in Chelsea.
Mike will be remembered for his curiosity, his kindness, and the way he showed up for others, always ready with a helping hand, a good laugh, and a genuine interest in the world around him.
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I'm sorry to hear about the death of your son. That is always hard. Deaths are supposed to happen from oldest to youngest.