Dr. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Mike was preceded in death by his father Marion Sexton, mother Mary Sexton, and brother Charlie Sexton. Write your message of sympathy today. He was wounded during operations on the Pusan perimeter. There's still time to send flowers to Michael G. Todd's service. Donald Dean Janecke of Eaton Rapids, age Mike was born in Fond du Lac on July 7,1977. We invite you to share condolences for Mike Sexton in our Guest Book. A future memorial service for Anne and Sidney will be announced when conditions allow. Mike is preceded in death by his mother, Marcy Sexton and his father, James Sexton. MIKE Sexton, an iconic poker champion and commentator, has passed away at the age of 72. 2017-2023 Tribute Archive. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Published by The Aiken Standard on Sep. 8, 2020. MIKE SEXTON OBITUARY. Mike Sexton was a legendary poker player and TV commentator who was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2009. Recommend Dr. Gladys 'Sherry''s obituary to your friends. Mike was also loved by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was a prominent member of several transportation and urban growth committees and task forces in the North Texas Area. Read F Menu. Sidney Michael Sexton Jr. (Sidney) was born on June 7, 1930 to Sidney M Sexton Sr. (Big Sid) and Margaret Theisen Sexton in Leavenworth, Kansas. Leave your Published by Syracuse Post Standard on Sep. 8, 2020. Mike Sexton was a legendary poker player and TV commentator who was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2009. Mike was the son of Christopher and Margaret Sexton, the 8th of 9 children and was a member of Ascension. For now, please keep his family in your thoughts as they grieve. Let the family know you are thinking of them. 4 Mike Sexton at an event in New York City in 2010 Credit: Getty Images 4 Sexton at a World Poker Tour event Credit: Getty Images - Getty Who was Mike Sexton? Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. MIKE SEXTON OBITUARY. World Poker Tour and partypoker, an online poker company Sexton cofounded, confirmed his death. Fellow poker champ Linda Johnson said Sexton had been battling prostate cancer that had spread to other organs shortly before his death. Sexton had a hand in every aspect of poker broadcast, business and the game itself. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Joanne; his children Matt Sexton, Katie (Mark) Weisenbeck, Molly (Kris) Gowan; his grandchildren Haley and Ellie Weisenbeck; Thomas, Victoria and Annie Gowan; his sisters Betty Burnham, Peggy (Dick) Stasson and Mary Jo (John) Knabe; and his numerous nieces and nephews. FAQ. Let others know about your loved one's death. He was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2009. Read Full Obituary. Published by MLive.com on Sep. 8, 2020. Mike Sexton was a legendary poker player and TV commentator who was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2009. Died: Sunday, September 6, 2020 ( Who else died on September 6 ?) Details of Death: Died at the age of 72 from prostate cancer. We invite you to share condolences for Mike Sexton in our Guest Book. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. He would later make amphibious landings with X Corps at Inchon and Wonsan, Korea leading to the battle of the Chosin reservoir. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Michael Mike served on the board of Big Brothers Big Sisters in Heath, OH, and shared his business expertise with many community projects as well as sponsoring events and teams in both Grandview Heights and Heath, OH. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He returned to Leavenworth, Kansas as a temporary grade First Lieutenant and married the love of his life, Anne E. Lander on September 20, 1952. Michael James Sexton (Mike), 45, of Cudahy, Wisconsin, died in his home on November 21st, 2022. The family will be gathered at Schmittys on Saturday, November 26th from 11:30-3:30pm to remember him and his life. Published by Flint Journal on Sep. 8, 2020. We invite you to share condolences for Mike Sexton in our Guest Book. OBITUARY Michael J. Sexton February 20, 1952 September 19, 2021. MIKE SEXTON OBITUARY. He and Vicki retired and moved to Mt. Sidney Sexton died of Covid-19 on January 10, 2021 at the age of 90 years while at a rehab facility in Mesquite, Texas. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Read Full Obituary. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Service details are forthcoming. Sidney was wounded a third time during the 18-month deployment to Korea. She was born January 11, 1943, in Fayette, Alabama, to the late Arnold and Gladys Poe. You can still show your support by sending flowers directly to the family, or plant a tree in memory of Dr. Gladys 'Sherry' Sexton. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hermitage Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Mike Sexton was a legendary poker player and TV commentator who was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2009. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Let others know about your loved one's death. He was wounded for the second time during hand-to-hand combat with Chinese forces. Published by Grand Rapids Press on Sep. 8, 2020. Read Full Obituary. CNN Beloved poker commentator and champion Mike Sexton, In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in memory of Mike to the local food pantry in Leesburg, OH: Friendly Village Community Center, P.O. Eaton Rapids, MI. Sexton, Michael "Mike" Richard of Minneapolis, MN, died on July 9, 2021. We invite you to share condolences for Mike Sexton in our Guest Book. He will be fondly remembered by sister-in-law Casey Sexton, sister-in-law Nina Sexton, brother-in-law Denis Olek, brother-in-law Jon Lander (Judy), numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Search by Name. Mike Sexton was often called the "Ambassador of Poker." (CNN) Beloved poker commentator and champion Mike Sexton, nicknamed the "Ambassador of Poker" for his lifelong promotion of the game, has died at 72. World Poker Tour and partypoker, an online poker company Sexton cofounded, confirmed his death. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael G. Todd of Lansing, Michigan, who passed away on March 1, 2023, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. We invite you to share condolences for Mike Sexton in our Guest Book. Mike was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lori (Sexton) Brogna; and son, Christopher Sexton (39). Sympathy Ideas. When not talking about music, he waited patiently for football season when he played every down with his beloved Packers. His passion, however, was always music and the Green Bay Packers. Mike held different construction jobs throughout his life and was also known for having a strong work ethic and being an all-around good guy with a big heart. Worship Church 517 W Jolly Rd, Lansing, MI 48910. Box 194, Leesburg, OH 45135. Published by The Oregonian on Sep. 8, 2020. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. The couple traveled the U.S. together, moving from one military base to another until 1956 when Sidneys enlistment was fulfilled.