Michael Anthony “Mike” Linehan, age 59, of Ellsworth, Wis. passed away on Nov. 1, 2024 after a long battle with Epilepsy. He was born on Dec. 7, 1964, attended St. Francis Parochial School and graduated from Ellsworth High School Class of ‘83. Later he bought the family farm where he lived for the rest of his life.
He was generous with his time and love for his family. He was known to his friends and family for his love of cars and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Mike had a good sense of humor and uncanny ability to bring fun into any situation. He will be missed tremendously by his family and the community of Ellsworth.
He is survived by his mother, Ruth Linehan of Minneapolis; siblings Phil (Beth) Linehan of River Falls and Shannon Banishoraka of Minneapolis; nieces and nephews Matthew, Kamran, Kavon, Hannah and Yasmin; aunts and uncles; and his long-time friend Debra Woods of Ellsworth.
Michael was preceded in death by his father, Phillip Linehan; grandparents Fred (Angeline) Linehan and Daniel (Doris) Carlstrom; and his cat Tigger.
Services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16, at English Lutheran Church, 229 W. Main St., Ellsworth, WI, at 11:30 a.m. with visitation at 11 a.m. Lunch to follow from noon to 2 p.m..
Services have been entrusted to O’Connell Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Ellsworth, www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com
