Michael Huston

Michael Huston ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Griffin Funeral Home - West Monroe on Mar. 9, 2026.Memorial services for Michael Hutson "Big Mike" will be held at 3:00pm, Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the Chapel of Griffin Funeral Home located at 911 Warren Drive in West Monroe with Ashby Tedder officiating. Family will accept friends for visitation from 2:00pm until the time of the service at the funeral home.Michael Andrew Hutson, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, and proud grandfather, born to the community of Monroe, Louisiana, on January 5, 1961; he passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in Bastrop, Louisiana.A man with a jack of all trades, from a directional driller with Nuco to trucking with RnR Dirt Company. His fun included anything with four wheels and an engine. An avid outdoorsman, Michael found peace in the natural world, whether he was casting a line into a still lake at dawn, navigating the open roads in his truck, or standing over a grill surrounded by friends and family. His passion for camping was more than a hobby; it was a testament to his love for storytelling under the stars, forging connections around a crackling fire, and sharing a bottle with loved ones.He is preceded in death by his mother, Henrietta Frith; father, Wallace Hutson, sister, Elizabeth Hutson; nephew, Michael Raye Hutson; daughter, Deborah Lynn Hutson.A true family man, Michael will be lovingly remembered by his beloved spouse, Mary Hutson. His legacy continues through his children–Lindsay Tedder, Barbie Austin, Andy Austin, BJ Austin, and Joey Austin, whom he taught the value of honesty, hard work, and the joy of life's simple pleasures; his brother, Thomas Hutson; twelve grandchildren–Joshua, MaKayla, Madison, Raegan, Kaitlyn, Nathan, Maryjane, Logan, Joseph, Garrett, Elizabeth, and Victoria–and reveled in their accomplishments and adventures.His faithful fur baby, Abby, was more than a pet; she was his devoted companion, always by his side, giving comfort and receiving affection.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.