Obituary of John Michols

John Michols, age 77, of Milford, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on the morning of Saturday, August 7, 2021. He was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on June 8, 1944 to Christ and Catherine (Phanos) Michols. After graduating from Bullard-Havens Technical School, John proudly served in the U.S. Army during the 1960s' Vietnam War. He then worked for BIC as an electrician until his retirement. As a lifelong fan of the New York Yankees, John acquired quite the baseball card collection. Also for leisure, he enjoyed spending time on the beach and in Uncle Ricky's garage, traveling to see friends and family in Greece and Australia, and appreciating quality television and film of all genres.

Along with his loving son, Christopher J. Michols, John leaves his cherished grandchildren, Lidia and Cheyenne Michols, and beloved godson, Peter Bloom. John is also remembered by his brother, Arthur Michols, brother-in-law, Bob Swanson, sister-in-law, Charlene Jubenville, nieces, Michelle Swanson DiNatale, Jennifer Simonetti, their children, and numerous other family members and friends. John was predeceased by his wife, Elaine Swanson Michols, son, David T. Michols, and brothers-in-law, Thomas and Richard Swanson. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Friends may greet the family on Thursday, August 12, 2021 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Abriola Parkview Funeral Home, 419 White Plains Rd., Trumbull. Graveside funeral services with full military honors will be held on Friday, August 13, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. directly in Riverside Cemetery, 308 River Rd., Shelton. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Save the Sound, www.savethesound.org. John lived on the Sound and would have loved the idea of it being improved.