Michael "Mike" David McKale, who was born April 2, 1961 in Van Nuys, California to Darlene and Curtis McKale, passed away Wednesday, February 22 in San Francisco surrounded by family and friends.
Mike's warm smile and quick wit made him quite the charmer you couldn't resist. Loved by everyone who met him, Mike will be deeply missed. He loved his family and friends dearly and we know this will not end with his passing; he will always be with us.
Mike had a knack for talking to people. He would welcome you with a big smile, hearty hello and a compliment, instantly starting up a conversation as if you had known each other for years.
He spent the better part of his life as a bartender, his last position was as lead bartender at the Edge bar, where he quickly developed a loyal following. Many young, and some older, bartenders have been taught how to be a bartender by Mike so his bartending legacy will live on.
Mike is survived by his father, Curtis McKale, Bisbee, Arizona; brother, Bill McKale, Honolulu, Hawaii; two sons, Bobby McKale, San Francisco, and Michael McKale, West Plains, Missouri; three grandchildren, Elizabeth, Christian, and Michael; partner, Daniel Lopez, San Francisco; and many, many friends.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, April 1 at 3 p.m. at the Edge, 4149 18th Street in San Francisco.
Rest in peace, our dear friend.