Belchertown - Michael "Uncle Mike" Skura, 71, of Belchertown passed away quietly on June 24, 2023 after suffering a battle with cancer.
He leaves his wife, Lorraine (Lysik) Skura of 51 years, his daughter, Emily Jasmin and her partner Chris St. Germain of Ware, her son, Sam Skura and his wife Diana Gliniecki of Ware, his three beautiful granddaughters, Megan Jasmin, Isabella Skura and Gracelyn Skura all of Ware; two sisters, Pat Piche of Three Rivers and Janice Skura of California; many sister-in-laws, their spouses and many nieces and nephews. Mike was predeceased by his brother, Thomas. He was born in Chicopee, son of the late Edward and Marge (LeClerc) Skura.
Mike was an avid fisherman. He and his fishing buddy Sam loved to fish the Quabbin and the many tournaments on Lake Champlain. Mike was a Hot Rod enthusiast, loved the car races and was born with a green thumb. He loved his '36 Chevy and was so proud when he drove it around town.
He was the producer, owner, and distributor of Uncle Mike's Salsa, then became the owner of Uncle Mike's Seafoods.
Mike was loved by many and will be missed dearly.
A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Joe's Club on 8 Commercial St. in Thorndike on July 28 at 5:30 pm.
Charbonneau Funeral Home, 30 Pleasant St., in Ware is assisting his family with arrangements.
An online guest book is available at charbonneaufh.com.