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In memory of
Michael "Mike" Charles Peck
May 23, 1951 - February 12, 2026
May 23, 1951 - Feb 12, 2026
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The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research or Lick Observatory.
$1,100.00
Raised by 13 people
Obituary
It is with a profound sense of loss and sadness that we share the passing of Michael Charles Peck, who was better known as Mike, on February 11, 2026 in Santa Cruz, CA. Born on May 23, 1951 in Linz, Austria, Mike lived a life characterized by loyalty, kindness, and scientific brilliance.
He is survived by daughter Kathryn (& John) McCarthy, grandchildren Declan & Preston, stepson Graham Clarke, stepdaughter Sara Sanders, stepdaughter Laura Chiavola (& …
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What causes did Mike care about most?
He was intensely moral. His Vegan diet was an expression of Ahimsa(do no harm-Non-Vi…
He was intensely moral. His Vegan diet was an expression of Ahimsa(do no harm-Non-Violence)
He was intensely moral. His Vegan diet was an expression of Ahimsa(do no harm-Non-Violence)
What were Mike's favorite artists or styles of art?
Music (guitar)
Music (guitar)
Music (guitar)
Timeline
Born
May 23rd, 1951
Passed away
February 12th, 2026
Santa Cruz, CA
Survived by
Kathryn McCarthy
Daughter
Declan & Preston McCarthy
Grandson
John McCarthy
Son-in-law
Jeanette Peck Cheney
Sister
Steve Peck
Brother
Evelyne Peck Nye
Sister
Laura Chiavola-Larson
Step-daughter
Erik Chiavola-Larson
Step-son
Aria Chiavola
Granddaughter
Aviva Chiavola-Burr
Granddaughter
Edith Kelly Politis
Partner
Predeceased by
Helga Peck
Mother
Raymond Ronald Peck
Father
Kenneth Brian Peck
Brother
Maria Chiavola
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Cause of death
Natural causes
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research or Lick Observatory.
$1,100.00
Raised by 13 people
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Kathryn McCarthy (Mike's daughter),
Laura Chiavola-Larson (Mike's step-daughter) and
Jeanette Peck Cheney (Mike's sister).
