Michael G. Gooding

October 6, 1939 - May 18, 2019

Michael G. Gooding, age 79 of Farmington Hills, passed away May 18, 2019.

Michael was born on October 6, 1939 in Trowbridge, England to Hadyn and Stella Gooding. He was very active as a child and as a young man, playing rugby in England and Canada. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed bowling and curling. Continuing into his adult years, Michael found that he also loved to play tennis. He did this for many years, particularly with the Troy Senior Group. Many will remember the wonderful times Michael had, along with his wife Jennifer, participating in square and round dancing. He would continue this passion for 36 years. Not only just a square dancer, Michael became president of the Michigan Council. He was one of the founding members of SEMA (Square and Round Dancing Association of South Eastern Michigan) and was their most recent president. His involvement with the 2011 National Convention in Detroit was an experience he always treasured. Michael’s family and friends knew how much he enjoyed practicing his Australian accent, and how he valued the time he spent volunteering at the Australia Outback Adventure at the Detroit Zoo. His energetic nature was contagious and will be noticeably missed among all who knew him.

Michael was the beloved husband of Jennifer for 58 years. Loving father of Lawrence (Trudy) and Leanne (Matthew) Larlham. Dear grandfather of Evan, Amanda and Mariah. Also survived by siblings and family in the UK and Australia.

Memorial visitation for Michael will be held on Saturday, June 1, from 10:30 a.m. until the time of his memorial service at 12:00 p.m. at McCabe Funeral Home, 31950 W. 12 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to American Cancer Society.

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