Obituary of Michael P. Lineweber

MIDDLEBURY - Michael “Mike” Lineweber, 64, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at his home in Middlebury with his wife Anna (Gonzalez) Lineweber by his side. Mike was born March 12, 1952 in Waterbury, the son of the late D. Howard and Joan (O'Shea) Lineweber. He was a Sales Engineer with Judge Tool and Gauge for the past 30 years. He was involved with the Boy Scouts of America from early childhood through adulthood when he served as Scoutmaster for Troup 111 in Naugatuck for many years. Mike was active member of St. Michaels Episcopal church in Naugatuck and served on many committees including the Vestry as Junior and Senior Warden and was a member of the choir. He was an avid dog lover and took great pride in being involved with several animal rescue projects and organizations. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was a certified motorcycle instructor for the State of CT. Along with his wife, Mike was the founder of the Thanksgiving Day Dinner held at St. Michaels Church. Besides his wife of 42 years, Mike is survived by his daughters Michelle Braun and her husband Stephen, and Rachel Lineweber both of CO; his sister Pamela Harris and her husband Rusty of Estero, FL Arrangements - A Memorial service will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, November 19, 2016 at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 210 Church Street, Naugatuck. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family and there are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to Spotty Dog Rescue, P.O. Box 1571, Waterbury, CT 06721 or to the American Cancer Society 825 Brook St., Rocky Hill, CT 06067 or to VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, 199 Park Rd. Ext., Suite 102, Middlebury, CT, 06762-1833 or to St. Michaels Episcopal Church, 210 Church St., Naugatuck, CT 06770. The Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Naugatuck is assisting with arrangements.