Michael "Mike" Jeffrey Moreland, 65, died on November 8th, 2024, at Tranquility in Marietta, GA after nearly a year long battle with Glioblastoma. He was born on April 13th, 1959, in Atlanta, GA to David Sr. and Jo (Moreland). He graduated from Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California in 1982 and continued his photography career over the next 40 years.

Mike's life was spent mastering his craft for luxury photography; he was an award-winning photographer and specialized in Commercial, Maternity, Newborn, Family, Underwater, and Weddings in the Atlanta area. He greatly enjoyed hosting Photography Workshops and was able to teach and mentor many students the art of photography. He won several awards over the years for best event and wedding photography. Many clients came from all over the world to be photographed by him.

Over the last few years, he was able to travel around the world, and most recently took his first cruise and took a once in a lifetime trip to Europe. He loved experiencing a new world through the lens of his camera. He had an eye for finding the magic moment. Mike was known as a One-Of-A-Kind, pure heart, kind and generous man. He frequently donated his photography skills to several non-profits including Camp Artism of Atlanta, Thriving Children and the Voilà Foundation.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents, David Sr. and Jo (Moreland), and his grandson, Weston Farmer. He is survived by his partner of five years, Claudia Housley of Dallas; daughters, Emily Farmer (Michael) of Canton and Claire Moreland of Roswell; grandchildren, Ashton and Atlas Farmer of Canton; brothers, David Moreland (Amanda Osbourne) of Gay and Kevin Moreland (Teresa) of Bradenton, Florida; aunt, Betty Moreland of Roswell; cousins, Teresa Moreland of Roswell, Judy Doi (David), of Johns Creek; Susan Davis (Duck), of Conyers, Jenny Gordon (Dan), of Buford, Jeff Abbott (Christy), of Dahlonega, Brenda Bryant of LaGrange, Sharon White of Columbus.

He leaves behind many broken-hearted friends, family and neighbors. He is and will always be an angel.

The Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, at Dunwoody United Methodist Church at 2 PM with light refreshments to follow.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Restoration Farm , 220 Bethany Farms Dr, Ball Ground, GA 30107.