RIP Filthy Mike

[Oaktavia]

Mike and I had a lot in common and often facetimed over last spring and summer just to chat about denim, relationships, and music. Really easy to talk to, and I saw him as a cool older brother that I never had. He sent me an IHT-1600 for an early wedding present that I love and now will see it on a different level. It was super nice to connect with him beyond just at a denim-related level. I have not communicated with him since late last year, as I thought he needed some space and a break from social media. If anyone can PM me with details about this, I would greatly appreciate it.

Really bummed about this.

[jerkules]

This is awful news, and Mike will be sorely missed on this forum. Sending love to all those here who were close with him.

[Oaktavia]

Here are some better photos of him.

RIP Mike you are a legend. I'm drinking for you tonight man.

[Bums_Fan]

Such awful news and at a loss for words.  RIP Mike.

[Oaktavia]

@Giles:

He will be wearing a pair of his jeans and his favorite overalls will be on display.

This is so fucking sad man but I'm sure it is what he wanted to wear for his final fit.

[Omega Man]

I know we are just acquaintances on the forum.  I conversed with him in March 2021 when he opened up.  He is a good soul.  RIP, my friend.

[goosehd]

One of my favourite pictures…

[popvulture]

Man, I am just seeing this. Absolutely crushing.

Love you, Mike.

[motojobobo]

Sooo Saaaadddd to learn this.

I own two IH overalls thanks to Filthy’s super enthusiastic push for them.

Thank you buddy, you will be heavily missed by us. R.I.P

[LewisStonehouse]

The most horrible news, Mike was such a dude. Absolutely lost for words x

[Dmart]

This so sad and although not knowing him in person I’m speechless.

Rest in peace Mike!

[Clint_D]

Absolutely tragic. Hate to hear that we've lost someone who was such a unique and interesting soul and an inspiration for others.

[gily]

This is very sad!!! RIP

[Jakederoche]

So sorry to hear. Very much love goes out to him

[twin]

Can't believe this so sad to hear this. Mike would talk with me quite a bit about Iron Heart. RIP @Filthy  He also gave recommendations on fixing the old steam boiler at Boumans that we use to make Apple butter.

[weegeebee1]

I'm pretty new around here, but Filthy is probably the first person I "recognized" as I perused the forums.  For obvious reasons–his name, his look, his passion for the brand.  He seemed to be in every thread I was looking at.

I saw his recent fire sale posts in classifieds and I could sense the pain.  Having to give up some of his cherished items to raise money to save his truck, etc.  Unfortunately he was a good size or two heavier than me and so I couldn't buy any of it, but I knew deep down inside this was a good guy going through some tough shit.

God rest his soul.

[the246guy]

That's extremely sad to hear. Absolutely a terrible loss for his family and of course for us here at the forum. May his soul Rest in Peace.

[chrisjohnnick]

So sorry to hear. I always figured I'd meet him eventually at an event. Definitely inspired my first bibs and like others will miss seeing his posts and presence.

[joesaintjohn]

Absolutely shattering. I bought my 805s because of filthy. He inspired my love of the bib. Man, he’s gonna be missed.

[weftyarn]

The fact that this hits strangely hard despite us having shared so very few moments of interaction and only
through this forum tells everything about what a special man Mike must have been to so many. RIP.