Michael Dennis Guthrie
Michael Dennis Guthrie, born June 19, 1956, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, July 7, 2014. He was doing one of his favorite things, leading a group of Boy Scouts on a canoe trip at the Northern Tier High Adventure Base in Canada.
He was preceded in death by his father, Richard “Art” Guthrie, and nephew David Paul Guthrie.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Denise Guthrie, his mother, Shirley Guthrie, children and their spouses Tara and Jeff Quick, Eric and Dana Guthrie, and Andy and Dixie Guthrie, siblings and their spouses, Cathy and Roland Buller, Chrissy and Terry Simpson, Pat Guthrie, and Greg Guthrie, and his grandchildren, Nicholas and Lila Guthrie, and another one on the way. He will also be lovingly remembered by his mother-in-law Juevonne Miller, sisters and brothers-in-law Kenny and Jinna Miller, Diana and Troy Leach, Matt and Jennifer Miller, and his nieces and nephews and their spouses Candace Buller, Jordan Buller, Jarrett Buller, Justin and Melissa Squibb, Carlee Simpson, Lee Simpson, Devin Young, Dakota Young, Jonathan Miller, Amber Miller, Matthew Miller, Tracy Tremont, and Kaylaand Brady Cannon. With numerous great nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles.
Mike was an amazing man who touched the lives of so many people, including the hundreds of Boy Scouts in Pearland’s Troop 404 while he served as the troop scoutmaster and an advisor of the Adventure Scout crew for over 28 years. His impact in the community will continue to be felt for many years to come.
Mike’s viewing will be held Saturday, July 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Crowder Funeral Home, 2422 Broadway Street, Pearland, Texas, 77581. A reception will follow at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 2320 Hatfield Road, Pearland, Texas, 77581. His remains will be cremated following his wishes.
Memorial contributions may be made to BSA Troop 404, C/O Denise Guthrie, 5418 Bayou Blvd, Baytown, Texas, 77521.
MIKE
YOU WILL NEVER KNOW JUST HOW MUCH YOU TRULY HAD A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE BOYS IN YOUR TROOP OVER THE YEARS! MY BROTHER CHARLES GOUGENHEIM IS ONE OF THEM. THE GOUGENHEIM’S WILL MISS YOU DEEPLY AND ARE SO VERY GRATEFUL FOR HAVING KNOWN YOU FOR OVER 20 PLUS YEARS NOW. YOU WERE TRULY AN AMAZING MAN WITH A SMILE THAT WOULD LIGHT UP THE ROOM!! MIKE I SAW THE LOVE YOU HAD FOR YOUR FAMILY AND ESPECIALLY DENISE AND IT WAS TRULY A BEAUTIFUL THING TO WITNESS. HOPE WE ALL GET THE CHANCE TO ENJOY THAT KIND OF LOVE IN OUR LIVES.
LOVE ALWAYS
THE GOUGENHEIM’S
Gordon and I are so sorry for your loss and send our deepest condolences to each member of the family. It’s been several years since Mike brought Shirley to Troup to visit with us, but his laughter and kindness will be remembered always.
I could not have been more fortunate in having such an excellent role model as Mr. Guthrie during my years as a scout. At that age, I always respected him as a leader. I felt he was someone you could count on and confide in, and, perhaps most markedly, that he was a charming joy to be around. Learning and adventuring as a part of a group where this attitude was the norm is an experience I will always be thankful for. Mike and all the other parents and scouts who devoted their efforts toward Troop 404 truly made scouting tremendously fun and formative. Now that I am older, I think of Mr. Guthrie as an example to strive towards.
Condolences from myself and family,
Brian Hill
Cousin mike you will be truly missed. Miles apart we are but family is always bonded. Love you.Heaven has another angel. Your home with grandma. Grandpa. Your father .my uncle. And my dad.my condolences go to Denise and your children. I am shocked. Not knowing what to say. But how I feel right now. I’ve never been good in what to say when I lose a friend or family member. But I know your with jesus and it’s ok.and jesus is with all of us who love you.and have been a part of your life. Jesus please watch over the Guthrie family and all of us in your name jesus amen
My son, Andrew, has only been a part of the Troop for a short time; however, I know that Mike made an impression on these younger boys that are just starting out in their Scouting adventures. He led by example: never talking down to the boys, but encouraged them to “do their best”. Mike, you will be missed by so many who knew and loved you.
I will always remember your smile, your screams and how you used to show up to scare us. I will never forget the day you told me that I will never hear a “no” from you. How I would love right now to ask you not to leave us and let this be one of those times when you don’t deny me of my wishes. You were more than a boss to me, you were family. I will never forget you and I will always remember you with a smile. You will never know the impact you’ve made in my life.
Words can’t express my respect and gratitude I had for Mr. Guthrie. He was a part of my son James’ life since he was 11years old and he is now 28. My son lost his Dad at the age of 10 and Mike stepped up and treated him as his own. Even after leaving Scouts Mike was there through my sons military service, wedding, and the birth of his child. He was truly one in a million!! I just wish I had let him know the impact he made in our lives. May he rest in peace. Sending prayers to his family.
Our hearts go out to the Guthrie family and all those that knew Mike. We are very sorry for your loss. Our family was so fortunate years ago when Mike Guthrie was our son Brian’s scoutmaster. Mr. Mike was so generous with his time and efforts and treated those boys like they were his own. He was a great role model for so many youngsters and the impact that he made on their lives is tremendous. Our family admired and looked up to Mike Guthrie, he was as good a man as we will ever know.
Our prayers go out to the Guthrie family.
I was out at Northern Tier with Mike. He was the nicest man I have ever met, he was fun to be around, and was inspiring. He taught us everything we needed to know and more for the trip and we were all looking forward to him taking us to Philmont. His passing was one of the saddest moments of my life.