Clinton, Indiana - Michael Eugene Kite of Clinton, age 80, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025.

He was born on November 18, 1944 to Conrad C. Kite and Doris Caroline Kite Lamb. Michael was a graduate of Clinton High School and earned his Bachelor's Degree in English from Indiana State University. He taught English for several years in Indiana before he took ownership of Conrad Studio photography in Clinton upon his father's death in 1969. He was an active member of both the Half Century Club and Clinton Boat Club and formerly the JayCees and Moose. Michael was an avid reader - Mark Twain was his favorite author; and in his later years enjoyed woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two of his brothers, John and Larry (Ramona). He is survived by his two sons, Michael David (Ashley) and Jonathan Edward; his cherished and devoted life partner, Gwen Baggett; two brothers, Leonard (Penny) and Mark (Diane); three sisters, Julie, Connie, and Mary; and several nieces and nephews.

Michael was interred alongside his parents at Walnut Grove Cemetery in Clinton.