Michael P. Bain, 51, passed away unexpectedly this past Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009.

He was the son of John O. Bain and Regina E. Bain.

Michael was a graduate of Glens Falls High School, class of 1976, and RPI, class of 1980.

From small repairs to his life-long commitment to rebuilding his 1966 Ford Mustang, no project was too much for him to handle. Michael was a handyman extraordinaire.

An amicable man, Michael's coworkers and neighbors quickly became friends and friends were soon family. He was an avid boater who loved being out on the water. Very simply, Michael loved, and he loved his family more than words could ever convey.

Michael is survived by his dear friend, companion, and life partner, Maria Nappi and her two kids, Ian and Chelsea Althouse; his mother, Regina Bain of Lake George; his brother, Daniel and his wife, Melissa; his two nephews, Jason and Eric; his niece, Lisa of Westfield, Mass.; his aunt, Lorraine of Winslow, Maine; and his 1966 Ford Mustang.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, 2 Ferry Drive, Old Lyme.

The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Old Lyme Volunteer Ambulance Association, P.O. Box 911, Old Lyme, CT 06371.

To send an online condolence, or to view Michael's online video tribute, visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com.