Mike passed away suddenly at home on June 3. Mike is survived by his loving wife, Margaret, together for 51 years, and their sons Brent (Jen) and Scott (Zara). Mike was so proud of his role as Pa to his grandchildren Nando, Lewin, Soumayya, and Ilyas. Mike also leaves behind his close siblings Susan (Raymond), Kevin (Rhonda), and Lesley. He was also brother-in-law to Lorraine (Janice), Jenny (Gordon), and Robert (Sheila) and Uncle to his many nieces and nephews.
Mike was the firstborn son of Jack and Pat. He grew up in Fairfield and graduated from Vic High. From an early age, Mike had a love of sports. Whether he was on the field playing, coaching on the sideline, cheering in the stands or carrying the bag, his passion was evident. Mike’s basketball coaching history was far reaching across the city. The number of teams and athletes he coached is vast including his own sister, niece, and both sons. He left a lasting impact on the many players he coached.
Outside of the gym, Mike was an avid golfer. He started as a junior member at Gorge Vale and later moved to Royal Colwood. When he wasn’t playing, he also loved to caddy for David Mick & Jim Rutledge. The partnership that Jim and Mike had, led to worldwide travel and a longstanding friendship between the families.
Mike and Marg loved to vacation in the sun and had many trips to Hawaii with the boys, Las Vegas and cruises to the Caribbean. Just this past year, Mike enjoyed his first trip to Mexico.
Mike was a fixture at Willows Beach and could often be found on his long walks around Oak Bay. He never hesitated to stop and chat with friends new and old. Mike will be dearly missed and remembered by all his family and friends.In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
A Celebration of Life will be held at The University Club of Victoria on West Campus Way located across from Lot 9 on Tuesday, June 23 at 1:00 pm.
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Coach Mike was the best ball coach I ever played for. Knew how to get the best out of his players everyday and taught us hard work pays off. A larger than life personality at fireman’s park and in the community. Thanks for the great memories Mike! The Maxwell’s will miss you big time. Condolences to the Metcalf family. Rest in peace Mike and thanks for being an awesome part of my childhood . Lots of love, Maxy
Dear Metcalfe Family
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Our families have been interlinked with basketball. We are all grateful for the interactions of coaching the magnificent sport the family members have had.
With loving memories over the decades.
The Pasquale’s – Vito, Cathy, Amica and Milan
Marg, my deepest condolences to you & your family. I adored Mike, along with the rest of the Metcalf clan! Imagine my surprise when he showed up at my high school as a coach!! Thrilled!! I had an advocate!! Such a wonderful spirit, I’ll cherish the laughs we had. Much love xoxo
I loved spending time with Mike — he was a great conversationalist and had a fun impish sense of humour. He was a people person and It seemed that he could connect with anybody regardless of their age or station in life. What a gift. He was friendly and kind and always himself. To know him was to love him. His was a life well lived.
My sincere condolences to Marg, Brent, and Scott and the whole Metcalfe clan. And to the Mainwaring family. I hope your many happy memories of Mike will sustain you as you mourn the loss of a wonderful husband, father, brother, brother-in-law and Pa. He will also be deeply by all of us who considered him a dear friend.