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.
Geraldine and family,
We’re so sorry for your family’s loss. Y’all are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike will be missed dearly by all of us.
Sincerely,
MaryAnn and Lana Bathon
We are so sorry for your loss. Mick was always so kind and so much fun to be around. He will really be missed.
Thinking of you all. I know he loved watching Grant and Nate’s baseball games.
Mike was a loving, caring man with the gift of story telling. He was loved by his family and friends. When I remember Mike it will be with a smile on my face and love on my heart. He will be missed terrible by his wife, family and friends.
Mike was a loving husband, father,grandfather and great grandfather. He had the gift of story telling followed by a hardy laugh. He and Gerri were great friend with my sister Sue. They were part of each others lives.
He will be missed by family and friends but never forgotten.
Gerry, Jennifer, Julie, and Greg,
We are so sorry to learn of Mike’s passing. Mike was such a wonderful person, as friendly as they come. Our hearts go out to you and all your family.
Jerry and I are out of town and will not be able to attend. We already miss Mike. He always had a story to tell, in great detail. He was kind and giving. Not too many as good as he was. We extend our deepest sympathy to Gerry and family.
We are so very sorry, Gerry, for your families loss. Mike was such a lovely man. We are praying and sending our sincere condolences to you and yours.
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers!
The Herrick Family
Jason, Amy, Izzy, and Beth
Julie,
We’re so sorry for the loss of a treasured father. Our hearts our with you and your family. May God be with you and give you comfort and peace during this time. We love you all so much
Mike’s barber shop was a friendly and welcoming place, much like his personality. I got my haircut there for over 20 years. I loved sharing stories with him. My deepest condolences to his family.
Mr Girard was a great dad and fun person to be around. I remember him coming to our CYC games at St Simon and I could hear my parents laughing during games due to Mr Girard’s stories he would tell. I still remember golfing with him and Greg from years ago and having a great time on the golf course. Our family’s thoughts and prayers are with him and the Girard family.