DAXER, Michelle Louise. May 7, 1968 – October 13, 2019 Michelle, age

51, died surrounded by friends and family in Santa Rosa, CA with her

husband Ken and her children Chris and Kevin at her side. She was

born May 7, 1968 in Novato, CA to Valerie and Michael Manick. She is

survived by her husband Ken Daxer, beloved sons Chris (17 ) and Kevin

Daxer ( 15 ), Her sisters Julie Manick and Carolyn Manick; and many

loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and amazing friends.

Michelle enjoyed being a member of the marching band at Moreau

Catholic High School in Hayward class of 1986. She attended the Naval

Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and earned her B.S. in Computer

Engineering from San Jose State University. Michelle proudly entered

the computer industry. Her technical and communication skills

propelled her career to roles in customer training and securing design

wins for many of Altera's most important FPGA customers.

After getting married in 1998, Michelle resided with her husband in

Sunnyvale, CA. In 2001 they began their family and Michelle

transitioned to the role of full-time mom with pride. Michelle

absolutely loved being a mother and was very active in her community.

Just some of her countless volunteer positions included room mom,

Cub Scout leader, and Sunday school teacher.

Michelle was a voracious reader and enjoyed sewing quilts for loved

ones. She enjoyed nature through biking, hiking, sailing, skiing, scuba

diving and in recent years wheelchair hikes.

Michelle endured a long battle with Multiple System Atrophy for over

10 years. She amazed us with her strength, cheered us with her smile,

and inspired us with her love of life.

Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, October 19, at 11:00 a.m., at St.Joseph of Cupertino Church, 10110 N. De Anza Blvd, Cupertino.

Reception to follow in the Church Community Center.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested any donations be given in

Michelle's name to one of / or divided amongst the following charities.

https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org

https://www.brainsupportnetwork.org

http://med.stanford.edu/neurology/divisions/md.html

https://norcalsci.org