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 Michael Charles Molz
June 22, 1949 - May 10, 2024
Halstead, Kansas - Michael Charles Molz, 74, resident of Halstead, Kansas, died Friday, May 10, 2024 at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS following complications due to a fall.
He was born on June 22, 1949 in Wichita, the son of Loren and Marjorie Russell Molz. Mike was raised in Wichita and graduated from Wichita North High School. He later graduated from Wichita State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration.
As a teenager, Mike went to work for his dad at Molz Equipment, Inc., where he worked for nearly 25 years. He later went to work as a salesman for Hill Pet Nutrition and then Second Regency as a real estate agent.
Mike was a very active member of the Eastside A.A. Group. He was an avid WSU supporter, loved sports, watching basketball and playing golf. Mike was a true handyman and always had some project going on.
He is survived by his daughter Ellie (Molz) Macy and husband Matthew of Goddard; and his three grandchildren, who he loved spending time with, Matthew DeHaven, Gwyneth DeHaven, and Julia Macy.
Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Loren and Marjorie Molz, and brother Patrick Molz.
The family will have a Celebration Of Life later.
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Mike Creed
Mike was one of the first guys I met when I started school at John Marshall Jr High. We spent a lot of time together at Indian Hills pool. We didn't get in any trouble but probably should have. I reconnected with him a few years ago but have since drifted apart. I'm sure he will be missed by many. My condolences to his family.
Terry Richmond
Mike was a good friend. We attended Garrison, Marshall, and North together. As Creed mentioned, we spent many summer days together at Indian Hills pool. Mike was one of the best swimmers I ever met. I enjoyed listening to 45 records in the basement of his parents home on Minisa. Mike had some popular music including the first Beatles record I ever heard. He seemed to always be in a good (and often mischievous) mood.
Chris Frederick
Like Mike Creed and Terry Richmond, I too grew up with Mike and his brother, Pat! Mike and I were both on the North High swim team as a result of being on the Indian Hills Swim team! During the summer, Indian Hills Swim Club was were you would find both of the Molz boys! They were both outstand swimmers and they were always in the middle of the "action"!!. Growing up with Mike and Pat made life fun and exciting! I miss being around both of them.Craig Steward
Mike Molz! Miss You my Brother! My Heartfelt Condolences to Family, Loved Ones and Friends! What a Great swimmer Mike was and a Live Wire personality! So glad Mike was a part of my life! Got to see Mike a few times two years ago, so Nice to have touched base and shared a hug!
Donald Sailing (Sailing)
Oh man...... there's been way too many "memory updates" on the North High site recently. My first thought when I clicked on the site was, "Dang it!! Mike Molz??" I went all through school with Mike from Garrison on up. I'm blessed with a great memory. I remember so many kids from Garrison, and my memories of Mike are awesome! What a great, positive guy to be around! I lived north of 13th not far from Mikes house with my grandparents. My grandma always spoke very highly of the Molz family. As we all sometimes do, we get busy raising families and living our busy lives, and I lost track of him. But, I remember the last time I saw him was at my Veterinarians office where he was........ yep...... selling dog food! We enjoyed a great visit there!
I want to extend my sincere condolences to his family. Gone too soon....RIP Mike.
John/Rocky Gawthrop
I met Mike at Indian Hills swim club through Larry Thompson. We played ping pong there and had some very competitive matches. We also playes a lot of basketball and pool at his parents house. We were roommates.at KU for a year before hee transferred to WSU. Mike and I stayed close until we were about 35 and we went our separate ways. We reconnected about 3 years ago and had several breakfastes together. Mike was an avid Shocker fan and had season tickets for many years. He was a character and always willing to lend a helping hand. My deepest condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.