Goodbye to our longtime WSB friend: miws

[Yard Saler]

I’m sorry to share the sad news that Mike Stahl aka: miws passed away this morning. I know many of you followed his story of living in Nicklesville and transitioning into housing. Mike lived in West Seattle for most of his life, from North Admiral, to Morgan Junction and then the south end of West Seattle for many years until he moved into an assisted living facility in New Holly last summer. He was very happy and comfortable in his new community and they took good care of him.

He loved being part of the West Seattle community–both online and off. The West Seattle Blog was literally a lifeline for him when he became homeless due to medical treatment and being unable to work or pay his rent. A group of community members formed “Team Mike” to get him signed up with the appropriate agencies, get him to medical appointments, and raise money to transition him into permanent housing. It was truly neighbors helping neighbors. And BTW, if anyone says it’s easy to get out of homelessness, they’re totally wrong. It takes time, energy, commitment and help. Mike would want you to know that.

Mike was a lifelong JP Patches and Volkswagen fan. A longtime member of the “Patches Pals” group! Despite many life challenges, Mike never turned bitter. Everyone I talked to at his living community said, “Mike is SO nice!” His kindness and wit will be missed.

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