Michael ‘Mike’ Saxe, a man for all seasons
On the date of Saturday, Dec. 5, 2020, the world lost a good, kind and very generous man, Michael "Mike" Saxe, 81, born June 17, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pa. He was a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Mike passed away following a courageous seven-year battle with cancer. He approached this last fight with his inimitable style, with unbreakable positivity, strength, humor and courage.
Mike made many stops throughout his memorable journey. He served in the Army and was a longtime, well respected 40-year professional in pharmaceutical sales and clinical research. After he retired from the world of pharma, he did his treasured stint as barista extraordinaire at Starbucks, which he loved so much that he would have done it for free.
Mike loved to travel. He and his wife Karen made many exciting trips to all parts of the world. These trips with Karen made great stories to share and fed his love and passion for photography. He captured the experiences and made many wonderful memories with his amazing photographs.
Mike was always happy when his fingers were dancing across the keys of his piano or he was listening to music. There are so many treasured memories of him entertaining everybody, tickling the ivories and singing. He always enjoyed playing golf with his friends (he loved to play and was proud that he came close to breaking 100), playing poker with the boys, or playing a hand or two of pinochle with his family. Mike shared his life not only with family and friends, but with all his loving animals that filled his heart with joy.
Mike was full of life, love, and laughter; he was always ready with a joke or a witty anecdote. His legacy will forever be that he shared his wonderful journey so lovingly with so many.
Mike will be dearly remembered and missed by those who love him: Karen, his wife of 38 years; ex-wife and mother of his children: Evelyn Rudnitsky of Weaverville, N.C.; children Scott (Robin) of Livingston, Texas, Cherin (Kim) of Weaverville and Adam (Tina) of Savannah, Ga.; his granddaughter Audrey of Kyle, Texas; his great-granddaughter Avery of Kyle; his grandson Brody (Allysen) of Houston, Texas; his mother-in-law, Betty Ruiz; his sister-in-law Sue Ruiz; his cousin George Stone (Carolyn Brady) and their son Brian; his fur babies Bailey and Madison; his extended Texas family, and a legacy of dear friends.
Mike was and will always be loved and remembered as a true mensch, a man for all seasons.
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and out of love and concern for the health and safety of family and friends, there will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Lewes.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donating in memory of Mike to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org, or to your favorite animal charity.
