Michael Didsbury

Michael S. Didsbury, age 68, Hernando, FL passed away suddenly at home on August 23, 2024. Michael was born in Waterbury, CT on September 7, 1955 to the late Miles A. and Alice (Richards) Didsbury. He moved to Florida in 1992. Prior to retirement, he owned and operated MSD Trucking and Repair Services along with other business interests.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Debra (Smith) Didsbury of Hernando, FL; 4 daughters: Marisa (Edward) McClain of Inverness; Katherine (Daniel) Niendorf of North Carolina; Elizabeth Sherard of Lutz, FL; Amanda (Christopher) Hurtt of Palm Harbor, FL along with their children; 1 sister, Linda (Gene) Geddes of Thomaston, CT; 3 grandchildren: Yasmein Young, Matthew Holmes, and Alexis Holmes; 1 great grandchild, Kamrie Simpson. He was preceded in death by his son, Matthew Didsbury on July 28, 2000.
Michael lived a life deeply connected to various business and trade professions, both in Connecticut and Florida. In Connecticut, he was involved in the family business, Granite Springs Soda. He owned Didsbury’s Greenhouse in Thomaston, CT, and was a member of the Teamsters Union Local 677. His work also extended to construction, collaborating with Hemlock Construction and other companies. Michael had a passion for building drag race cars with friends Brian McAdam, Judd Reed, and John Mendicino.

Later, when he moved to Florida, Michael continued his entrepreneurial spirit by owning several businesses, including moving companies and working as a diesel mechanic. He took pride in teaching his grandson, Matthew, all the trades he knew, ensuring Matthew could always fix something on his own.

Even in retirement, Michael maintained the traditions passed down by his father, particularly the ritual of going out for Sunday breakfasts. He cherished his time at Arts Restaurant in Homosassa and the Diner in Floral City, continuing to enjoy life to the fullest.

A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for family and friends who are able to attend on Saturday, September 7, 2024 (Michael’s heavenly 69th birthday) from 11am-3pm at Michael and Debra’s home in Hernando, FL. Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home With Crematory assisted the family with arrangements.