Michael Stephen “Mike” McCormick, age 73, of Middletown, Virginia, peacefully passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026, at his residence.

Mike was born on October 24, 1952, in Washington, D.C., the son of the late Robert N. McCormick and Eva N. McCormick (Mauck). A man of service and intellect, he worked as a Police Officer in Middletown and later as a Program Analyst for the Department of Defense in Arlington. He was a 1971 graduate of Wakefield High School and attended Northern Virginia Community College.

A deep thinker with a brilliant mind, Mike was always eager to discuss his ideas on life and the issues of the day. He was a voracious reader and a dedicated student of history, with a particular passion for the Civil War. His hobbies were a reflection of his curious nature and love of the great outdoors—he enjoyed metal detecting in search of unique finds and spent many quiet afternoons fishing, though he often joked about his lack of a catch. For exercise, he was a familiar face on Route 11, where he enjoyed riding his bike. Like his father before him, Mike enjoyed the simple pleasure of a cold beer or a whiskey.

He was preceded in death by his beloved cats, Patience and Fangster, his younger brother, Sean C. McCormick and nephew, Christopher S. McCormick.

He is survived by his devoted twin sister, Deborah A. McCormick of Wachapreague, VA and his niece, Eliza M. M. Kutrieb of Culpeper, VA.

Deborah would like to acknowledge and thank Randy Coffman, their cousin, for all his help and friendship with Michael.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Mike at a later date.

“There is no death, only a change of worlds.” [Chief Seattle of the Duwamish and Squamish Tribes]