Michael Kent McCartney was born on November 9th, 1944, in Decatur, Illinois to Ira and Marjorie McCartney. He returned home to heaven on March 1st, 2026, after a 2.5-year battle with esophagus cancer.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Ann McCartney (nee Holtzman), son, Kevin Michael McCartney (Christy) daughter, Jamie Renee Biondo (Vince). He was a loving Papa to three grandkids: Gianna, Mia and Joseph. Brother to Steven McCartney (Maureen) and loving uncle, brother-in-law and step papa.
Michael was born into a farming community and grew up on his family farm in Cisco, Illinois. He received his bachelor’s degree in forestry but got drafted into the Military before he could pursue a career in that field. He served during Vietnam in Cam Rahn Bay in the Battalion of the 73rd signal group headquarters. When he returned home, he eventually moved to St. Louis to pursue additional school and certificates for computer programming. His first job upon receiving the certifications is where he met Bonnie. He held several jobs throughout his career in Computer programming but retired from GPX Communications (DPI, Inc.) in 2012. During his retirement, they enjoyed traveling, working on projects around the house and spending time with their grandkids. They married on July 25th, 1975, and in 2025 they celebrated 50 years of marriage.
Michael had many passions and hobbies. He loved to woodwork and build/fix things. He had a passion for reading—mainly westerns but he also liked historical non-fiction and suspense. He enjoyed going camping, which was a big part of his life. His travels included many national parks and historical places. In 2018 they took their first cruise to Alaska. Above all of this, his greatest devotion was his grandchildren. He loved them more than anything and was the best papa.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 9th from 4-8pm at Kutis Funeral Home: 10151 Gravois Road, St. Louis MO 63123 Services will be held on Tuesday, March 10th at 9:30am at Kutis Funeral Home with burial to follow at Jefferson Barracks.
In lieu of flowers, family and friends wishing to honor his memory may contribute to: American Cancer Society
I want to extend my deepest condolences to the McCartney family on the loss of Mike. Though words feel small in a moment like this, I hope you can take comfort in the love he gave, the lessons he shared, and the memories that will stay with you always.
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing and a source of strength in the days ahead.
Kevin and family Rich and I are so sorry for your loss. May your dad rest in peace. And thank him for his service.
Bonnie, so sorry to learn of Mike’s passing. Sandy and I have fond memories of your visits to Oregon. Cousin Mike was a great guy and will be missed. Our condolences to you and your family.
I worked with Mike many years ago at GPX.
He was a wonderful human being, I so enjoyed my time working with him.
We stayed in touch and met a few times after that, but you know how life is.
I’m so very sad to hear he has passed.
Just a real great guy, funny, a joy to be around. The world is a less colorful and beautiful place without him.
My deepest condolences to you his family, honestly sorry for your loss.
He lives on in all of our hearts.