Michael "Mike" Joseph Denham was born December 5, 1946, and passed away February 13, 2025, at the age of 78.

Michael proudly served his country in the Vietnam Era. He worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad where he retired as an Engineer. Michael was a Hospital Chaplin, as well as a member of the American Legend. Michael loved to travel and to just simply enjoy life.

He is survived by his nephew, Joey Robinson and (Beverly Dartez); nieces, Donna Binford and Misty Denham; great nieces and nephews, Josee Robinson, Jay Robinson, Denham Robinson, Maya Rodriguez and Egil Rodriguez.

He is preceded in death by his parents, James Joseph Jr. and Francis Moxom; siblings, James "Jimmy" and Mary Gayle; great nephew Josh Sonnier.

Family will receive friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 6:00 p.m. Monday, February 17, 2025, at Riley Smith and Sons Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at Our Lady of LaSalette Catholic Church. Father Luis Tigga, H.G.N. will be officiating. Interment will follow at Rigmaiden Cemetery.