RICHMOND, VA — Michael B. Healy, a founding member of The Healy Group, a leading manufacturer’s rep firm serving the music, lighting and consumer electronics industries, passed away suddenly on June 26. He was 59. The Healy Group has represented American DJ, American Audio, Elation Professional, Acclaim Lighting, Global Truss and Arriba Cases on the East Coast for over a decade, along with other brands.
Scott Davies, general manager of the American DJ Group of Companies, remembered Healy for his intelligence, integrity and genuine concern for the welfare of others. “We’ve lost more than a valued and respected business advisor,” Davies said. “We also lost a true friend. Mike always looked for the best in people and brought out the best in people. It was impossible to spend any time with him and not feel better about life. He will be sorely missed.”
Aside from his business career, Healy was very active in numerous philanthropic, charitable and community organizations. He was involved in the Chickahominy Youth Soccer League, an executive board member of the Richmond Strikers and a member of the Glen Allen Ruritan Club. Raised in Alexandria, VA, he graduated from Bishop Ireton High School and attended George Mason University.
Along with his brother and business partner, Timothy Patrick Healy, Mike Healy is survived by his wife of 38 years, Kathleen, his son Christopher, daughter-in-law Kendal, daughter Meghan, and future son-in-law Brett Needham, as well as two grandchildren, Cullen Christopher and Brenna Kate.
