Michael Andrus
Sept. 17, 1967 - Jan. 18, 2019

LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Michael Paul Andrus lost his life on Jan. 18, 2019. His sudden and untimely death comes as quite a shock as he was and will continue to be our strength.

Mike was born Sept. 17, 1967, in Marin County, California. However, he grew up, lived and worked most of his life in Lake County. He loved its relative simplicity and small town feel. He loved its open spaces where he spent lots of his free time with family.

Mike was a loving and responsible son to all his parents. He was a caring and protective husband to Chrissy Andrus, and he was a playful yet guiding father to Raelynn, Valerie and Aiden. He also was a strong “Poppy” to his granddaughter Graycee. Mike was an attentive and generous brother to his siblings. He made all of us feel valued.

Mike lived his life with his heart open. He was generous with his time, patient, strong and very, very humble. His strength of character pulled him from dark times more than once. His ability to transform difficult challenges into personal growth was a source of inspiration to all who loved him.

Mike was an amazing cook, and much to his wife's resistance – a bit of a hoarder. He loved fishing, boating, camping, feasting and drinking with friends and family. Hopefully you have tasted some of his spicy eats and sampled his oh-too-powerful moonshine.

Following his wishes, there will not be a funeral service but a celebration. Please join us Saturday, Feb. 9, at 3 p.m. at the Riviera Heights Clubhouse, 3034 Riviera Heights Drive, Kelseyville. Let’s remember him together.

The family would like to express a special and sincere thanks to all that are holding us up at this time, Mike would thank you, too.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.