Michael (Mike) Richard Huff, 64, Protem, MO passed peacefully with his family at his bedside on February 16, 2021 at CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO. He was born on January 23, 1957 in Kansas City, MO the son of Francis (Fran) and Joan (Riley) Huff.
On March 10, 1979 Mike and his beloved wife, Karen Putnam were united in marriage at College of the Ozarks Chapel in Point Lookout, MO.
Mike was a beloved Husband, Father, Papa, Brother, Uncle and Friend to many. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fran and Joan as well as his siblings, Tom Huff and Ginny Isley.
Mike is survived by his loving wife, Karen, his two children and their spouses: Elizabeth (Stan) Weeks, and Steven (Jeannie) Huff, two siblings: Dave (Chris) Huff, Cathy (Reggie) Gibson, his four grandchildren who he adored: Sara, Kyle, Sadie and Jaylie, several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Mike was a tool and die maker at Solar Tool and Die in Kansas City, MO then later founded Solar Phoenix in Protem, MO. He loved living in the country on their farm where he raised cattle and a few chickens. You would find him nearly every morning (even the cold ones) on his front porch drinking coffee and enjoying the outdoors.
Mike was a loyal Kansas City Chiefs fan (through good years and bad). He enjoyed being a season ticket holder going to the games and tailgating but above all he enjoyed the time he spent with his family and friends making memories (even when the weather wasn’t very nice). He loved spoiling his grandkids, being outside, watching the stars, tending to the family farm, working on old muscle cars and traveling with Karen. They traveled to all 50 states, saw many amazing sites, met wonderful people, and enjoyed delicious food along the way.
Cremation services are being conducted by Clinkingbeard Funeral Home in Gainesville, MO. A private graveside service at will be held at the family cemetery. A celebration of life tailgate will be planned in the future. In lieu of flowers, you may contribute to his celebration of life.
