Michael Patrick Flowers, aged 59, died after his home in Noonday caught fire on September 1st. He is survived by his son, Ross Flowers; his daughter, Cynthia Flowers; their mother and his friend Marilyn Minton Flowers; daughter Claire Coates; stepsons Jeremy Johnston and Zack Cook; Sherrel Addington Flowers; brothers Tom, David, and Kevin Flowers; loving companion Jan Chaffee; and countless family members and friends who will miss his crazy stories, strong opinions, and practical jokes. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 9th at 2pm at The Tyler Unity Center located at 14024 Hwy 155 South with Rev. Max Lafser presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Children’s Advocacy Center of Smith County in his honor. Arrangements are under the direction of Lloyd James Funeral Home.