76, departed this world on Monday, May 15, 2023. He leaves behind his loving wife of 52 years, Geraldine (Konkel), beloved father of Jennifer Beilsmith (Craig), Julia Finch, Greg Girard (Julie); adoring Paw of Amy, Kelly, Sean and Scott Finch, Justin and Megan Girard, and Grant and Nathan Beilsmith; cherished great grandpa of Bennett Cunard.
Son of the late Ralph and Mildred (Pier) Girard; brother of Rick and Ruth Girard. Brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to many.
A barber for over 50 years, Mike touched countless lives with his stories and jokes from behind his barber chair. His love for people was contagious and nothing made him happier than to see people smile. He was one of a kind.
Masses or memorials to the charity of the donor’s choice are appreciated.
Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel, 10151 Gravois. Visitation May 19, 4-8pm. Funeral Mass May 20th, 10am at St. Simon, 11011 Mueller Rd.
Mike’s Barbershop was a throwback to the barbershops that many of us remember from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. If you grew up in a small town like I did the the guys at the barbershop always had the inside story.
When I moved to West County over 20 years ago I needed a new barber. Luckly, one day I ran across Mike’s Barbershop. It was like being back home – the best stories, the biggest laughs – with Big Mike running the show along Glenn, Little Mike and Quinn adding to the fun. Haircut day at Big Mike’s was always a guaranteed good time – RIP Mike, you will be missed!!