Michael Henry West

   Michael Henry "Mickey" West, 73, of Country Club Drive, Hertford, NC died Monday, September 4, 2017 in Vidant Medical Center, Greenville.  With great determination he fought to overcome a series of recent medical issues. His courage and strength are a legacy to all that loved him.

   Born January 14, 1944, Mike was from St. Anthony Village, MN and was the son of the late Henry Carl "Babe" and Mary Catherine Thielen West. A retired executive with The Hartford Insurance Group following nearly 30 years of employment, he was a member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Mark and Jimmy West.

   Mike had a love for boating, fishing, and travel. His generosity and love for his wife and children cannot be put into words.

   Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Peggy Ann Tannehill West; a daughter, Kimberly Jane West of Westerly, RI; a step-son, Toby Craig Jones and wife Sandy of Highland Park, NJ; two sisters, Renée Ambrosia of Minneapolis, MN and Suzanne West of Dallas, TX; four brothers, Jeff West of Minneapolis, Gary West of San Diego, CA, Kevin West of Orange County, CA, and John West, also of Minneapolis; two grandchildren, Mackenzie and Danielle, who lovingly called him "Papa Mike"; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

   A memorial service will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. in Holy Trinity Episcopal Church by The Rev. Robert Beauchamp. Friends may join the family in the Parish Hall immediately following the service.

   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 125, Hertford, NC 27944.