Dennis G. Michael of Basking Ridge, NJ passed away on March 17, 2011. He is survived by his wife of twenty-nine years, Kelly McLaughlin Michael and his two daughters Tori and Hillary of Basking Ridge, NJ. Born in Meshoppen, PA on December 4, 1950, he was the son of Edna Z. Michael and the late Dr. James D. Michael. He received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees from Cornell University. A family member to many and a friend to all, he is also survived by his brother Robert and sister Lynn Kissel, many nieces, nephews and in-laws. Dennis was a devoted full time father to his loved daughters. He was an accomplished percussionist, an investor of fine wines, firearms and had a passion for cars and motorcycles. Relatives and friends are invited to visit the family on Sunday, March 20th from 4:00-7:00PM at the Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home, 101 South Finley Ave, Basking Ridge NJ. Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 21st at 11:00AM at The Church of St. James, Basking Ridge, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society, 246 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, NJ 07750 or Lyndsey's TLC Foundation, 25 Blackthorn Lane, White Plains, NY 10606. For further information please contact Gallaway and Crane Funeral Home at (908)766-0250.