Michael Robert Chevalier

Michael Robert (Mike) ­Chevalier passed away early June 11 at his home outside La Conner at the age of 74. He had been ill for a few months when his generous heart failed him.

Mike was born and raised in Bellingham and spent the last 50-plus years of his life in La Conner. In the 1970s and early 1980s he was a co-owner of the infamous 1890's Tavern.

Mike was extremely proud of his time in the U.S. Naval Submarine Service from 1968-1972. He served during the Vietnam conflict in Southeast Asia and points north on classified assignments.

He was fun, kind, and a true gentleman with a large circle...