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Michael Dye, 73, died peacefully on Monday, April 24, 2023, in New Port Richey, FL, after a lengthy illness. The son of Jack and Laverne Dye, he graduated from Marietta High School, Ohio, in 1967. Kent State University awarded him a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources in June 1971. Michael met the love of his life, Joyce Monica Dickson, in college. They were four months away from celebrating 50 years of marriage.Michael was a person who had never met a stranger. He managed personnel for companies and agencies all over the country. In addition to Cleveland, OH, they called Tampa, FL, Los Angeles, CA, Panama City, FL, Huntsville, AL Parkersburg, WV and New Port Richey, FL home. While at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel, he was Employment Manager, then moved to Vice President of the Los Angeles Schools Credit Union and LA Teachers Credit Union.
He served the US Census Bureau and the Federal Emergency Management Administration. Michael led a team that hired 3,000 people within ten days to assist after a hurricane hit Puerto Rico. The President of the US recognized his leadership with a commendation.
It is no secret that Michael has always had a deep love for animals, and because of this, he has adopted dogs from shelters and volunteered at the Humane Society. And he was sure to join the Elks Club in all communities he called home.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Monica Dye, and brother Steven A. Dye (Karen Dye). His parents and brother, Jeffery Dye, born in Marietta, Ohio, preceded him in death.
A Celebration of Life will be held on May 16, 2023, at 1 p.m. at Gulf Harbors Beach Club, FL. His ashes will be buried at Oak Grove Cemetery with his family in his beloved hometown.
Condolences may be left at https://dobiesfuneralhome.com/obituary/michael-d-dye/