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Michael “Mike” Lineweber, 64, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016, at his home in Middlebury with his wife Anna (Gonzalez) Lineweber by his side.
Mike was born March 12, 1952, in Waterbury, the son of the late D. Howard and Joan (O’Shea) Lineweber. He was a sales engineer with Judge Tool and Gauge for the past 30 years. He was involved with the Boy Scouts of America from early childhood through adulthood, when he served as Scoutmaster for Troop 111 in Naugatuck for many years.
Mike was an active member of St. Michael’s Episcopal church in Naugatuck and served on many committees, including the Vestry as junior and senior warden and was a member of the choir. He was an avid dog lover and took great pride in being involved with several animal rescue projects and organizations. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was a certified motorcycle instructor for the state of Connecticut. Along with his wife, Mike was the founder of the Thanksgiving Day Dinner held at St. Michael’s Church.
Besides his wife of 42 years, Mike is survived by his daughters, Michelle Braun and her husband, Stephen, and Rachel Lineweber, both of Colorado; and his sister, Pamela Harris and her husband, Rusty, of Estero, Fla.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 19, at 11 a.m. at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church at 210 Church St. in Naugatuck. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours.
Memorial contributions may be made to Spotty Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 1571, Waterbury, CT 06721 or to the American Cancer Society 825 Brook St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067; to St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 210 Church St., Naugatuck, CT 06770; or Vitas Innovative Hospice Care, 199 Park Road Ext., Suite 102, Middlebury, CT 06762-1833
The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Naugatuck is assisting with arrangements. For online condolences or to share a story or a photo, please visit www.fordfh.com.
UPDATED Nov. 18, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. to add Vitas Innovative Hospice Care to memorial contribution list.
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