Michael Jerome Lawless (62) passed away the morning of December 18th, 2021 at his home in Wolfeboro, NH with his children by his side. A caring father, loving brother, generous uncle, and a loyal friend to many, Michael left lasting memories for those around him despite his early passing. Born in Detroit, MI in 1959 to Jerome and Judith (Sherman) Lawless, Michael moved with his family to Worcester, MA in the 60s, then to Wolfeboro in the 1980s. He married Donna (Martin) Lawless in 1984 and together they had three children, Matthew, Connor, and Nicole. Michael’s life and work carried him across the US and beyond. Predeceased by his parents, Michael is survived by his children; four sisters, Doreen Murner, Cindy Melanson, Chris Ayers, and Patti Morrissey; a dozen nieces and nephews; and his stalwart companion Burt the poodle. Calling Hours will be 4-6 PM Tuesday, December 28th at the Baker-Gagne Funeral Home, 85 Mill St., Wolfeboro. A Funeral Mass will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 29th at St Katharine Drexel Church in Alton, NH. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery in Wolfeboro. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Colon Cancer Foundation at coloncancerfoundation.org and/or Cornerstone VNA, 178 Farmington Road, Rochester, NH 03867 To view an online memorial, leave a message of condolences or for more information go to: www.baker-gagnefuneralhomes.com