Michael Leroy Wathen, 55, of Mechanicsville, MD, passed away on July 4, 2013 in Mechanicsville, MD. Born on June 8, 1958 in Leonardtown, MD., he was the son of the late James Leroy and Louise Elizabeth Morgan Wathen.

Michael is survived by his siblings; Margaret Ann Wathen Morgan of Mechanicsville, MD., Johnny Wathen of Bowie, MD., and Debra Gatton of Hollywood, MD.

He is preceded in death by his sister Gwenette Wathen.

Michael enjoyed spending time with family, and friends, volunteering at Mount Zion United Methodist Church in Mechanicsville, MD., he was a fan of the Baltimore Orioles, and Washington Redskins.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 10, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 6:00 PM with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will be private.

Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.