Mike Gilmore

Funeral services honoring the life of Mike Gilmore will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop with Elder Tyler Thompson officiating.

Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Homes. In lieu of a visitation, the family will welcome guests before and after the service.

Mike Gilmore was born May 15, 1952, in Monroe, the only son of Max and Edna Gilmore. Mike passed away peacefully Sunday, October 24, at his home in Bastrop.

Along with his parents, Mike is preceded in death by his daughter, Mandy Roberts and son, Army Specialist Duke Gilmore.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Bonnie; son, Michael; and daughter, Stormy Vance. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Lily Dickinson, Wes Dickinson, Park Schweinefus, and Stephen Collins.

Mike built authentic, lasting relationships. The company he founded, Morehouse Management Group, Inc., launched new careers for his clients. Mike was always there when anyone needed him. He brought out the best in everyone he encountered.

Mike was a larger-than-life figure and was loved by many. Those who knew and loved him are full of stories, from hilarious to heartwarming. He lit up every space he entered. Mike always had time for everyone.

Fearless, he could do anything. He was an artist, drummer, biker, bigrig driver, lumberjack, diesel mechanic, hot air balloon pilot, bank executive and entrepreneur, just to scratch the surface.

Most importantly, Mike was a devoted husband and father. His absence is beyond comprehension, but he has left us all better for having lived a life with him in it.