Lebanon, NH – Michael Todd “Mike” Joslyn, 61, passed away peacefully at his home in Lebanon, New Hampshire, on May 31st, 2026.
Born on April 4, 1965, in Lebanon, Mike spent his childhood in the Upper Valley and graduated from Lebanon High School in 1984. He was predeceased by his parents, Beverly and Carlton Joslyn, and by his longtime partner of more than 20 years, Howard Stone.
Mike is survived by his sister, Kimberly Cook and her husband, Mike, of Lebanon, New Hampshire; his nephews, Joshua Flanders and his wife, April, and Zachary Flanders and his partner, Heather; and his beloved great-nephews, Jaxson Flanders, Carlton Flanders, Beckett Flanders, and Alexander Flanders.
A true adventurer at heart, Mike was a passionate world traveler who spent his early adult years living in Colorado Springs, Colorado, before returning to Lebanon in the late 1990s. He enjoyed a successful career that included many years with Split Ball Bearing and Timken Aerospace.
Mike had a deep love for gardening, traveling, music, and, above all, spending time with family. He never missed an opportunity to gather around the table for a meal and enjoy the company of those he loved. In the early 2000s, he met the love of his life, Howard Stone, and together they built a life filled with laughter, adventure, and cherished memories. They especially enjoyed traveling and spending time at their property in South Carolina.
Mike lived life on his own terms. He was a showman who loved being the center of attention-whether dancing the night away, bungee jumping in Las Vegas, or spontaneously deciding it was time to escape a New England winter and head south. His larger-than-life personality, quick wit, infectious sense of humor, and adventurous spirit brought joy to everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Mike was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched. Though he is gone, the memories he created and the laughter he shared will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.
Memorial Calling Hours will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ricker Funeral Home in Lebanon, NH.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Upper Valley Humane Society, a cause that was close to Mike’s heart.
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