Michael Anthony Stay's Obituary
Michael Anthony Stay
Michael Anthony Stay was born May 28, 1957 in Denver, Colorado to the late Clarence James and Leanna McLean Stay. He died Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the age of 55.
Michael is survived by his beautiful and loving spouse of 35 years, Cynthia (Cindy), his two children Victoria and Scott and his three grandchildren; Penelope, Brody, Violet and his one sister, Susan MacLachlan.
He left this world but went home to his Lord, living a life committed to his core values – faith and integrity. As family and friends across the globe come together and celebrate the LIFE of Michael, what resonates most of this Man was his unwavering faith-driven, can-do attitude towards all that life brought.
In his early years, Michael served –up wicked curve balls as a southpaw for the University of Denver. He chose to transfer to Colorado State University where his greatest achievement was not earning a degree in Civil Engineering, but finding his life-long best friend and partner, Cindy.
As Michael’s family grew with the birth of his two children, he navigated an illustrious 21-year career with Chevron USA, retiring as Project Manager of North America. The next chapter of his life was in his own business, Core Impact, Inc., where the goal in his own words was to “Transform Businesses, Leaders and Communities. “This vision could be seen in his work with Career Partners in Culpeper County, mentoring business leaders and future leaders, and the many small ways Michael was committed by his faith to helping others. Following this path, he also earned a Master’s in Theology at Life Christian University and served as a teacher there. A leader among men, people were naturally drawn to his faith, integrity, and uncompromising love for friends and family…
This world will miss him so very much, but our loss is a great gain for the hereafter…we love you Michael, Dad, Baby!
A celebration in Michael’s honor will be held at 11am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Mountain Run Lake. All are welcome for the casual gathering to share stories and memories.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his name to Http://bit.ly/Z5NFNx
An online guestbook and tribute wall is available at www.foundandsons.com
Found and Sons Funeral Chapels of Culpeper is serving the family.
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