Michael Wayne Peisel

Michael Wayne Peisel, fondly known to many as Miko, 58, of Provincetown, MA,formerly of Dedham and Boston,passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2016 from natural causes. He struggled for many years to maintain his sobriety while working tirelessly to help others along the road of recovery. Born in Portland, ME, beloved son of the late Muriel (Bernier) Peisel, he was raised in a large loving family in Westbrook, ME. He attended St. Hyacinth School and was a graduate of Chevrus High School in Portland, ME. He went on to study music at Rollins College in FL returning to ME to attend the Portland School of Beauty. Well known and respected as a master hair stylist, he worked in salons in FL, Boston, Newton, and ultimately with his dear friends at Salon 54 in Provincetown. A sweet, gentle, and kind man, Michael truly never had a bad thing to say about anyone. His smile and laugh were infectious. He was an accomplished musician mastering the piano, flute, violin, cello, and harp. His creative ability knew no limits proven by the many sweaters he made and gave as gifts as well as numerous beautiful needlepoint projects. An opera aficionado, he enjoyed having season tickets to the Metropolitan Opera for a number of years. Michaels gentleness was truly evident in his love of animals, especially to his beloved 3 dogs, Giavana, Savannah, and Jacoby. He loved the beach, the ocean, and the solitude of Cape Cod. His personal struggle has ended but his spirit will live on in those that were so fortunate to have called him their friend. Michael is survived by his beloved aunt Pauline Brassard of Brunswick, ME, many cousins, his former husband and best friend Brian Falvey of Dedham and North Truro, and so many friends whose lives were enriched by knowing this truly amazing man. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his friend, Fr. George Winchester, S.J., on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 11:00 am in the Parish of St. Anthony of Padua, located in St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook, ME. A memorial service will be planned after Labor Day in his beloved Provincetown. Donations in his memory may be made to the Carrie A. Seaman Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 1374, Provincetown, MA 02657