Michael DeAngelo Trice was born in Jacksonville, FL on April 20, 1969, to Robert L. Trice Sr. and Annie W. Trice. He confessed to Christ at an early age at First New Zion Baptist Church where he was baptized by Rev. Everdge Moore. He attended the public school system of Duval County in Jacksonville, FL and received his diploma at Jean Ribault Senior High, Class of 1987. Where he was part of the Running Gunning Trojans Basketball team. He then furthered his education at Florida State College at Jacksonville.

Michael was an avid runner, participating in multiple marathons throughout the city, his favorite being the Gate River Run. He was an inspiring cook and his passion for food was always shared with those he loved in his recipes. In his free time, Michael was a skilled mechanic, inspirational writer, and would always have a joke waiting for you. Michael loved the water, whether it was swimming or fishing. He was truly a jack-of-all-trades. More than anything else, Michael loved his kids, and being rooted in the family. Whether holidays, birthdays, or special occasions, Michael was always involved, and would light up the room whenever he arrived.

Michael departed this life on Monday, September 19, 2022, and was preceded in death by his parents, Robert L. Trice Sr. and Annie W. Trice, as well as, his sister, Annie Faye Wright.

He leaves to mourn his passing children: Nyles Trice and Mykhael Trice; siblings: Michelle Trice, R.L. Trice (Charlotte), Barbara Trice-Green (Ernest), Gloria Gardner, and Lisa Scott; nieces and nephews: Audrey Harris (Leon), Robert Lee Trice III, Caleb Trice, Jharnay Brown, Alanna Harris, Noah Harris, and Lance Harris; former spouse: Tami Trice; special brothers: Antwan Nelson and Ernest Johnson; best friends: Charles Thompson and Tony Lovette; and a host of other relatives and friends.