Obituary of Michael Earl Eyler
Michael Earl Eyler, age 62, of Othello, Washington, passed away December 26, 2016 at the
Othello Community Hospital. He was born in Bellingham, Washington on May 30, 1954 to
parents, Earl Eyler and Rita Moffet. Mike graduated from Oak Harbor High School’s Class of
1972. He had a career as a lineman. He was hard working and dedicated. He worked for
Puget Power for 16 years and owned and operated his own side business doing tree removal.
He worked for Avista for 6 years, and then spent 3 years working for contractors before health
issues caused him to leave the workforce. He enjoyed boating up and down the Columbia
River and loved his two puppies, Gus and Chewy. He will be missed. Mike was survived by his
children; Sara Eyler of Jackson, Missouri, Brad Eyler of Othello, Washington, and Brent
(Christeen) Eyler of Concrete, Washington, and siblings; Gayle (Dave) Elkins of Marysville,
Washington, Dianne (Wayne) Buehner of Gresham, Oregon, and Gary (Yvonne) Eyler of
Spokane, Washington. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren (9 and 1 on the way) and
significant other Sigrid Vancleve cherish his loving memory. In accordance with Mike’s wishes,
a private family gather is going to be held at a later date.
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