Michael Arlo Souther

Seabrook - Michael Arlo Souther, 65, affectionately known as “Pie” and “Smiley,” a lifelong resident of Seabrook, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, after a courageous battle with multiple sclerosis and cancer, with his friend Amy holding his hand and his daughter Jen on the phone. Born on August 19, 1958, in Newburyport, MA, Michael was the son of the late Ephram “Tapan” Souther and Florence (Perkins) Souther. Michael spent many years working at Simmies Garage in Salisbury, MA, as a tow truck driver, a job he absolutely loved and often fondly reminisced about. He was known for his strength and tenacity, qualities that served him well when he later ran his own demolition business, Souther’s Demolition. His strength earned him the nickname “a bull,” a title he wore with pride. Michael had a passion for junking with his big dump truck and was a skilled mechanic who enjoyed working on cars in his spare time. Michael was a man of humor and warmth, always ready with a joke to brighten someone’s day. He was well-liked by everyone he met, and his presence could light up any room. He cherished the good times he shared with his best friend of many years, Leon Bishop, and their friendship was one of the cornerstones of his life. In recent years, Michael faced the challenges of multiple sclerosis, which ultimately left him unable to walk or enjoy the active life he once loved. Despite these hardships, his spirit remained strong, and he continued to find joy in the connections he shared with his loved ones. Michael is survived by his former wife, Marie “Chickie” Souther, and their daughter, Jennifer Lynn Souther-Eaton of Seabrook, as well as his four grandchildren: Marissa Marie Eaton, 29, of Seabrook; Dakota Michael Eaton, 26, of Seabrook; Taylor Megan Eaton, 25, of Salisbury, MA; and Gabriel Malcom Eaton, 23, stationed in Washington State with the U.S. Army. He also leaves behind his great-granddaughter, Octavia Marie Eaton of Groveland, MA; his dear friend Amy Shafmaster of Rye, NH; nieces Angel Eaton, Melissa Waddell, and Sonja Driscoll, all of Seabrook; and nephews Clyde Eaton of Seabrook and Tony Eaton of Florida. In addition to his parents, Michael was predeceased by his brothers, Tony Souther and Ephram Souther; his sisters, Constance Souther and Norma Souther; his niece, Norma Jean Pelletier; and his nephew, Arthur Souther. Visitation will be held from 5 PM to 7 PM on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton.

Michael Arlo Souther

August 19, 1958 - August 13, 2024