Mr. Michael "Mike" Walworth

Michael was born July 25, 1960, to Betty Miller Ebert and George Walworth in Janesville, Wisconsin. Upon graduation of high school he joined the Air Force for 4 years and continued serving his country for several years afterwards in the Reserves while attending the University of Texas at Arlington. He graduated with a Bachelor’s in Political Science and a minor in Advertising. During his years at UT Arlington, he met his wife, Susan. They married June 23, 1990. Their love is still strong to this day, with him now next to the Lord looking over her and the family they made together over 31 years of marriage.

Spring and summer were Michael’s favorite times of year to go out on strolls with his wife, Susan. They frequently went out with their dogs, and at times, he would push her in her wheelchair. They enjoyed their time alone together on these walks and took in the beauty of what the Lord had provided them. In addition to strolls outside, Michael would take Susan out once a month on a date to a different restaurant as well as taking her to St. Maria Goretti every Sunday for Mass. She was his world and he made sure she knew that every chance he had. There were a great many other things they did together, but none more important to them than these three small things.

Michael had a deep love for his children and did everything he could to not only provide for them, but to teach them lessons in order to help them become stronger. These lessons came in many forms, all with the intent to mold his children to become the best versions of themselves he knew they could become. One of the biggest lessons he taught was nothing is ever handed out. If you want it then you must work for it. This has stuck with all four of his children and they will carry this throughout their lives. Though Michael was serious, he was also fun and took any opportunity he could to show his children life wasn’t all work. He took Conner, Alexis, Joshua, and Catherine on camping trips in the RV, sports events, hunting, and many more activities. He also attended every one of their activities, no matter the weather or distance. He was always there for his children and wife, and will always be there, now next to the Lord looking down on them and guiding them.

The kindness and thoughtfulness that he showed his family was also extended to all of his friends and co-workers. At no point in time did he ever put himself before another person. Michael was the ideal Christian man who put others before himself. He lived what was taught in the Scriptures. He truly wanted to see all of those around him happy and successful, even if that meant he had to give something up for himself. His friends frequently saw this in the form of gifts, words of advice, activities together, and much more. The extent of his kindness and selflessness was limitless, as any that knew him could tell you.

There were a great many deal of hobbies and interests Michael loved which his family will dearly miss, but will never forget as they are sprinkled throughout the home. He was very involved in carpentry and frequently picked up projects throughout home. These carpentry projects ranged from putting molding up, to installing wood floors, and even custom shelves for his wife so she could put up more decorations he claimed to dislike. In addition to carpentry, he and his son, Conner, would build guns together. This is something they started in 2012 and continued until his passing. This was time for he and his son to bond doing something they both loved. There were many more things Michael loved which includes, but is not limited to: walking his dog Layla (who was a surprise his wife didn’t know about until his son walked in with her), shooting with family and friends, hunting hogs, taking his family on trips, playing sports, watching the Green Bay Packers (though the Dallas Cowboys much more often because he lived in Texas, and they are America’s Team), and so much more.

Starting and owning three businesses were Michael’s biggest professional accomplishments. He didn’t like working under others and seeing them reap the benefits of his work, so he took a large risk and began his own business, JACC Equipment. He ran this for several years before starting Transmech Services with his friend, Joseph. Together, the both of them brought this company from a small business with a mobile truck and trailer to a large shop with several employees. Most recently, he started Universal Fleet Services. He took great pride in these companies and the success he had in running them. These companies were a large part of who he was, and was proof to his children that if you want to do something, you can do it if you have the grit and determination to work through the tough patches. Though Michael is now gone, part of his legacy will always live on in these businesses and another part in his wife and children.

Michael is survived by his wife, Susan, his children, Conner, Alexis, Joshua, and Catherine, his parents, Betty Ebert, Richard Ebert and George Walworth, his siblings, Brad, Peggy, Sue, and Cheryl. In addition to those named here, there are a great many other extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home from 4:30 to 6:30pm. The Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, March 29, 2021 at Saint Maria Goretti Church in Arlington, Texas, at 11:00 am, followed by interment at Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park with U.S. Air Force Honors.