Michael John Gifford, a longtime resident of Morgantown, WV, has left us to be with God on Thursday, November 25, 2021, at the young age of 61.
He was the son of late Elizabeth Saluga and stepson of Robert Saluga.
Michael was a graduate of Laurel Highlands High School and served for a period of time in the Army. He was a proud vendor at the Blue Horizon flea market and worked diligently with his wife, Sandra Gifford, at Wal Mart for many years. Most recently, Michael worked at the Suncrest Town Center Kroger, where he loved being a part of the team. He was very dedicated to providing for his family.
Michael met the love of his life, Sandra, as young children playing together. After his time in the military, he reunited with Sandra in 1980, where, not three months later, they were married and began to build their family of 15 children and his one stepson. He was Catholic by teachings from his side of the family.
Michael is survived by his children, Kristina, Shawn, Jason, Stephnie, Nicholas, Amanda, Casey, Tristen, Courtney, Cody, Stacey, Jessie, Jessica, Jasmine, and Raven; his stepson, James Hunt; his sister, Teresa Gifford; his aunt, Angela Porreca; as well as many grandchildren.
Michael is preceded in death by his mother, stepfather, and his loving wife. He will be welcomed home by this family awaiting him in Heaven. He will be deeply missed by his family and all those whose lives he touched and impacted in the most profound ways. A graveside service will be held at Beverly Hills Memorial Gardens on Friday, December 3, 2021, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Phyllis Agnew officiating.
Michael will then be laid to rest alongside his loving wife, Sandra. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the family at www.givingcompassion.care
Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com
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12/03/2021
Katelyn McCabe has made a donation of $ 50
Prayers for your family! ❤️ May he Rest In Peace. -
12/02/2021
Mike Davis has made a donation of $ 50
Sorry for your loss -
12/02/2021
Linda Sheets has made a donation of $ 50
My heart goes out to the family Jessica always here if you need anything -
12/01/2021
Cheryl Warman has made a donation of $ 50
So sorry for your loss. -
12/01/2021
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Prayers. Sorry for your loss. -
11/30/2021
Garrett Cooper has made a donation of $ 100
My condolences and sorrow for all your family has to endure. Stay strong. I hope this helps with the arrangements. -
11/30/2021
Donna King has made a donation of $ 100
Praying for the family at this difficult time. -
11/30/2021
Tina and Aunt Angie Porreca has made a donation of $ 300
So, sorry for your loss. He has gone too soon but not forgotten. We just saw him a few years ago at Aunt Elizabeth's funeral. God will take good care of him. He is with Sandy now. May he rest in peace. From Aunt Angie and cousin Tina Porreca -
11/30/2021
KC Hawgs has made a donation of $ 140
Sorry for your loss -
11/30/2021
Betsy and poncho Hardman and reyes has made a donation of $ 100
So sorry to hear about mike he’s in a much better place now your dad and mom is with god now together no more worries and no more pain rip god please help the children get through this -
11/30/2021
Jason Gifford has made a donation of $ 200
Love and miss you little buddy. Every time I hear the word really It makes me think about you . -
11/30/2021
Teresa Gifford has made a donation of $ 1,400
Love you Mike -
11/30/2021
Lynann Headley has made a donation of $ 100
💙💙💙 -
11/30/2021
Lauren Monti has made a donation of $ 35
I’m sorry for your loss. -
11/29/2021
Marissa Lancaster has made a donation of $ 50
So sorry for your loss 💜 -
11/29/2021
Rebecca Cogar has made a donation of $ 50
Sorry for your loss. (I'm a friend and Co-worker of Kristie) -
11/29/2021
Kelsea Harler has made a donation of $ 100
❤️❤️❤️ -
11/29/2021
Casey Gifford has made a donation of $ 100
I love you dad gonna miss hearing that laugh ❤️ -
11/29/2021
Kayla Bissett has made a donation of $ 100
He was a great man full of love for everyone I will definitely miss this man prayers for the family -
11/29/2021
Amanda gifford Gifford has made a donation of $ 500
Just put I love and miss you.. you were the best father to us and I hope your up there smiling down on us with mom.. and don’t get jealous we’re gonna make the same service happen for you that mom had! Ps. (Shawn is so awesome and handsome) -
11/28/2021
Carol Copeland has made a donation of $ 100
To all the Gifford children ( my cousins), my heart hurts for the pain you all have had to go through this pass year. Prayers for comfort and peace at this difficult time. RIP cousin Mike🙏 -
11/28/2021
Tricia Calemine-Dolan has made a donation of $ 100
With sincere sympathy. -
11/27/2021
Helena Boersma has made a donation of $ 200
Michael - What an honor it was to meet you and connect our families together when we lit the unity candle at Emma and Cody's wedding. May you rest in peace and know in your heart that we'll continue to love and take care of Cody. Helena & Staffan -
11/27/2021
Mitch Galusha has made a donation of $ 200
We are so sorry for your loss. Hope this helps. <3 -
11/26/2021
Stephnie Gifford has made a donation of $ 200
Dad I love u so much..i hope u get the support u deserve to be right next to mom..u deserve the world may you rest in peace...tell mom how good I'm doing and don't forget to tell her I love her to death..lots of hugs to you both..until we meet again... -
11/26/2021
Alexis Tripp has made a donation of $ 50
I’m so sorry for your loss! ❤️ -
11/26/2021
Jerry and Kathy Bissett has made a donation of $ 150
So very sorry for your loss... -
11/26/2021
Tristen Gifford has made a donation of $ 100
I miss you dad. You were the best father and grandfather to me and my kids. I hope you’re dancing with mom up there! Rest in piece🙏🏼❤️ -
11/26/2021
Teresa Gifford has made a donation of $ 500
Love you brother -
11/26/2021
Kristy Gifford has made a donation of $ 150
Who will I fight with now over the dumb things? Give mom a hug from me. -
11/26/2021
Shawn Gifford has made a donation of $ 200
I hope to fill your shoes Father. I will help and provide to my siblings to the best of my ability. You told me you didn't have much time left. I didn't believe it. He had one request to make sure his youngest baby girl was taken care of! Raven Gifford. -
11/26/2021
Janel Rodamer has made a donation of $ 50
So sorry for your loss
Michael Gifford
61 years old
Hastings Funeral Home, Inc.153 Spruce Street
Morgantown, WV, 26505
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