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Mystic Funeral Home obituary
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51 Williams Ave.
Mystic, Connecticut 06355
Phone: (860) 536-2888
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Michael D. Cavanaugh
(September 27, 1961 - April 26, 2017)

Michael Dean Cavanaugh September 27, 1961 – April 26, 2017 Michael passed away peacefully April 26, 2017 with his beloved wife Linda Waterman Cavanaugh by his side, along with family and friends, after a 6 year battle with ALS. Mike and Linda lived these years to the fullest with dignity and grace. Michael was born in Denver, CO. and was the eldest son of Michael and Rosemary Cavanaugh of Oakland, CA. He was a graduate of A&M University College Station, TX with degrees in Nuclear Engineering and Language Arts. He was fluent in 3 languages and worked as a Nuclear Engineer in Texas and Connecticut. He married the love of his life, Linda Waterman Cavanaugh on October 10, 2010 and lived the remainder of his days with her. He is survived by many members of the Cavanaugh, Waterman, Potter, Pfisterer, Aranda and Nevarez families. He was very active in the Mystic/Stonington community and was known and loved by many. He worked at Millstone, Pfizer and his own company, MDC Machine Design where he designed and built countless machines. Design was one of his many passions, he was also an avid sailor and cyclist. He was co-founder and Past Commodore of Mystic River Yacht Club and involved with Mason Island Yacht Club Shields Race Committee, Mystic River Mudhead Sailing Association Commodore, Off Soundings and involved with various charity regattas. He loved sailing and racing and he has a special place in his heart for his “Slippahs”, all that sailed with him on the Crystal Slipper. Michael was passionate about life, new experiences and the people around him. He truly lived life to the fullest and did not fear new experiences. He was a creative genius, problem solver, a writer, a great storyteller, an artist, devoted husband, son, brother and uncle. There are so many groups of friends that include all these life experiences, too many to name, he loved you all and if you got a nickname from him, you are extra special. We will all miss that laugh, that smile, that twinkle in your eyes. May God keep you and protect you. Visitation will be held at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1 (51 Williams Ave) Mystic, on Tuesday, May 2, 2017 from 5:00-8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The ALS Association of CT or the Center for Hospice Care at hospicesect.org. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a later date.