More detail on this person: Michael Lovett was a brilliant, kind, loving and brave man. He lived
a rich and varied life, anchored by his love of family and a strong faith. Mike faced many
challenges in his life but he viewed them as opportunities to learn and grow, and his curious mind
and strong personal values kept him constantly
moving forward. Mike began his career in the Army in Viet Nam and went on to command aviation units
in Central America, Europe and the U.S. He served as liaison to the House Armed Services Committee
and retired as a decorated Lt. Colonel. Mike then made a successful transition from the Armed Forces
. to a career in financial services as a senior advisor at Merrill Lynch. He completed several
degrees and professional . deSignations including Masters Degrees in Business Management from
Central Michigan University and Systems Management from the University of Southern California. He
was a former Chairman and Commissioner of the Palm Springs International Airport Commission and a
Trustee of the University of California Riverside Foundation. Mike adored his family and they adored
him. As they mourn his loss they gain comfort from each other and from the legacy of the full and
meaningful life he lived. He is survived by his wife Juanice, his children, Mary-Allyn, Mike Jr.,
Sanya, and Daniel, his mother Virginia and eight grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at
The Church of Saint Paul in the Desert in Palm Springs at 11 a.m. Dec. 13, 2013 followed by a
reception at 12:30 at the O'Donnell Golf Club. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit:
mydesert.com/obituaries
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