Herbert "Mike" Surles Herbert Mike Surles went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2012. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was 63 years old, born September 22, 1948, to A.E. and Helen Surles in Jacksonville, FL. He graduated from Englewood High School in 1967 and received his Bachelor of Arts from UNF in 1972. Mike was an employee of the State of FL Department of Children and Families, serving the community of Jacksonville diligently and faithfully for 35 years before his retirement in 2007. He also worked for ElderSource for two years.Mike was a lifelong member of University Baptist Church, serving on the deacon board and finance committee, in addition to teaching Sunday School from the time he graduated from high school. He spent hours preparing lessons for children through senior adults during his time serving as a teacher. Mikes legacy is one of faithfulness and steadfastness to the Lord through circumstances which were extremely difficult at times. His faith never wavered, always acknowledging that in all things, God is in control. Mikes family was his pride and joy. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 39 years, Kathy Futch Surles, and three children: Lori Collier (children Brittany, Kaelan, Grayson), Misty Small (Jimmy) (children Alyssa, Trista, Isaiah, Moriah), and Michael Surles (Jennifer) (child Ava). In addition, he leaves a sister, Janette Ziegenfuss, and a brother, Austin Surles.Viewing will be an hour before the service scheduled for Saturday, January 28 at 12:30pm at George H. Hewell and Son Funeral Home 4140 University Boulevard South, with Rev. Frank Ciresi and Dr. Jack J. Dinsbeer officiating..4140 University Blvd S Jacksonville, FL 32216 f: 904-739-81594747 Main St N Jacksonville, FL 32206 f: 904-353-0763