Michael Andre Lovato, 67, of Laramie, passed away on May 24, 2023, in Laramie. He was born January 25, 1956, to Robert James and Roma Emogene (Tuenge) Lovato in Rawlins, WY.
He joined the Navy in 1975 and served until 1979.
He married Linda Vannoy on May 16, 1981, while attending Wyoming Bible Institute in Ranchester, WY. He received his bachelor’s in theology in 1983 and then he received his Master of Business Administration in 1987 from Boise State University. He became an ordained minister in 1987 and served as Minister at Clearmont Community Church from 1987-1988. He was called a circuit rider as he would do weddings, funerals, and baptisms in the area.
He grew up around his Spanish speaking grandparents and was adept at learning the language. In 2005 he combined his love of the Bible with his skill in Spanish and spent a month in Oaxaca, Mexico working with Wycliff Bible Translators building facilities for the ministry.
At the time of his passing, he was creating a Bible Study for several family members and friends. He would send a new installment every week or so.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert, and Roma Lovato; siblings, Ernie Lovato, Otto (Bobby) Lovato, Robin Romero, and Berna Lovato, and niece, Audre Audiss and her son.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Lovato; children, Philip (Micki Hudson) Lovato, James Lovato, Judah (Andrea) Lovato and Shemijah King; grandchildren, Aidan Lovato and Ellie Hudson; his siblings, Anthony (Paula) Lovato, John (Denine) Lovato, Judene Buck, Roma Audiss, Aurmelia Decker and Ana Lovato; sister-in-law, Ida Lovato; and his numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, and grand nephews. He is also survived by his honorary grandchildren, Maxon and Matilda “Tilly” Cochran.
Michael never met a stranger, which meant he had an innumerable number of friends and acquaintances.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Snowy Range Baptist Church in Laramie.
Linda I'm sorry for your loss and if I can do anything for you please don't hesitate to let me know
Sorry for your loss . Mike was a very kind and nice man.. Elaine Knudson
Condolences Linda and family. May he test in peace Good memories of him🙏. Mary Lou Malli
I'm so sorry to the Lovato family for loosing another great family member 💔 uncle Michael was so wonderful and loved. He will definitely be missed. God bless you all, May he rest in peace 😇
Linda and families, sorry to hear about your loss. May the Lord comfort you at this time. I was talking to him in Buffalo, when he was up working on the cabin. May the God he served, remind us of how much He loves us.
Mike was always good for making all of us smile. I will hold you all in my prayers. He had such a wonderful heart for God.
Linda I am so sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy to Linda and children. I was blessed to know Michael and he was a kind man. Blessings and prayers 🙏 ❤️
I am very sorry for your loss. What an amazing artist and person. I enjoyed all the times I spe t with Mike. I will treasure the artwork he gave me years ago so much more.
It was my pleasure to have known you! rest in peace my friend! God Bless You Enjoyed many nights throwing darts with you!
Oh my where do I begin? Mike was the best,our family thought a lot of Mike and his family.He will be missed.I know he loved the Lord ,and he was met in heaven with open arms!my prayers are with the family,this is a BIG loss,rest well in the arms of our Lord Debbie and Doug Brothers
RIP Brother ! God Bless your family , may you be in the Glory of God !
Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Michael was a great friend and brother in Christ. I loved our conversations we would get into about Jesus. May you feel the unique peace and comfort that only Jesus gives. Lifting you all up in prayer.🙏🙏🙏