Michael Eldridge (Mike), 71, of Somers, CT, passed away very unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, with his son, David, by his side. Mike was born on January 25, 1950, in Springfield, MA, son of the late Harold and Jane (Miga) Eldridge. Mike lived 65 years of his life in Somers, CT, the town he loved. It was there that he spent an idyllic childhood exploring the vast open spaces while forming long lasting friendships. He graduated from Somers High School in 1968, and went on to attend Brewton-Parker College, in Mt Vernon, GA. It was in 1970, that he returned home and met his future wife, Elaine. They were married in 1976, and spent the next 45 years together creating unforgettable memories. Mike was a devoted son, brother, husband, and father. He was a proud friend of "Bill Wilson's" for 33 years. Mike loved the ocean, spending time with his family, both immediate and extended, and traveling with family and close friends by his side. He worked for John Hancock Insurance for 10 years, earning multiple recognitions for his sales performance, before branching out on his own, in 1986, to start his own business as a Painting Contractor, Mike Eldridge Decorating. Mike had a vibrant sense of humor, and brought an over abundance of joy to all those around him. He was a no nonsense type of guy, with a very kind heart. Mike always said "there are two types of people in this world, there are givers and takers. Mike was without a doubt a giver. He was a former member of the Somers Rotary and the proud recipient of a Paul Harris Award, as well as The Maurice Parker Random Acts of Kindness Award for his unselfish commitment to helping others less fortunate than himself. Mike was predeceased by his parents, Harold and Jane Eldridge and his sister, Patricia Barufaldi. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Elaine, as well as his daughter, Andrea Eldridge (Tyler Roberts), and son, David Eldridge, whom he loved dearly. In addition, he leaves his brother, Daniel Eldridge (Katrina Levitre), and sister, Kathy Suggett (William), and his large extended family that he cherished. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, November 13, 2021, from 4pm - 7pm at Somers Funeral Home, 354 Main Street, Somers, CT. Burial will be held privately at the convenience of the family. It was Mike's strong desire that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made in his name, to the American Diabetes Association or The Parkinson's Foundation.