SAUGUS — On May 15, 2017 Michael Francis Wishart, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed away after a brief illness surrounded by his family at the young age of 61.
Born in 1955 to the late Charles W. Wishart Sr. and Patricia (Abbott) Wishart, Mike always called Saugus his home. He graduated in 1974 from Saugus High School then soon afterwards enlisted in the USAF. After basic and specialist training, Mike spent the balance of his tour at Grand Forks AFB in North Dakota as a protective coating specialist.
In 1979 Mike returned to Saugus and plied his many talents being a jack-of-all-trades contractor right up to the end. His artistic skills can be attested to by those who were gifted with a personalized, hand-made engraved walking stick from Mike.
Mike was a loving son, brother and uncle. He had a tight and long-lasting friendship with many. He was a hard worker, had a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit. He enjoyed woodworking, camping, golf, hiking and exploring the great outdoors. He also enjoyed his alone time sitting about a campfire exploring the stars.
Mike is survived by his mother, Patricia Wishart of Lincoln, N.H.; two brothers, Charles Wishart Jr. and wife Phu of North Woodstock, N.H., Thomas Wishart and wife Sharon of Rock Hill, S.C.; and three sisters, Mary Normandin and husband Grant of Merrimack, N.H., Rose Tully and Tricia Wishart, both of Lynn. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Service information: Mike will be entombed in the Veteran’s Columbarium at Riverside Cemetery in Saugus on May 22. A celebration of Mike’s life will be held afterwards at the Italian-American Club, 1 Beachview Ave., Saugus. In lieu of flowers Mike would like donations made to the Chelsea Soldiers’ Home.