Mike Ekwall, 63, of San Jacinto, California passed away on Tuesday, November 20, 2018, at home. Mike was born on January 12, 1955 in Hemet, California. He was the son of David Ekwall and Ella Tomkinson Ekwall. Mike was loved and respected, with countless friends. He was known by all for his blunt and honest personality. Mike was also a family man, adored by his daughters and grandchildren, who cherished the time they spent with him. He always took good care of his loved ones, including his friends, never hesitating to be there when anyone called on him for help. He was an amazing father, grandfather and friend to all who were lucky enough to be a part of his world. Mike was an expert hayloader and an excellent mechanic, with a love for classic muscle cars and his prized vintage Jeep. Mike is survived by his former spouse and very close friend, Debbie Ekwall, daughters, Jennifer (Eric) Carlson and Cheryl (Ryan) Henninger, his mother, Ella, brothers, Bobby and Eric Ekwall, sister, Patty Ekwall, granddaughters, Haylee and Jade, grandsons, Matthew, Jacob and Reed, numerous nieces and nephews, and more loving friends than a man can count.