Michael Don Hochberg

Michael D. Hochberg

It is with shattered hearts that the family of Michael Hochberg share that Michael passed away peacefully in his sleep on August 29, 2025, at his home in Glennville, Georgia.

Born to the late Dr. David Hochberg and Dee (Stitt) Hochberg, Michael grew up with a lifelong love of learning and adventure. He graduated from Woodstock Academy in 1981, earned his Master of Fine Artsfrom Columbia University, and later received his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law.His career included serving as chief legal counsel for the former Sycamore Networks, where he authored the company’s IPO.

Michael was known as a kind and generous spirit, with a wide array of passions and talents. He loved traveling, highlighted by a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Tibet in 2003. A gifted sailor, he found joy aboard his 50-foot Beneteau sailboat, Stagger Lee. Michael took great pleasure in sharing his love for adventure and travel with his nephews, Jacob and James. He instilled in them the belief that the world is full of endless opportunities to explore and discover, and they will forever cherish the memories of the trips and experiences they shared with him.. He taught himself archery and gave his time freely to youth camps, passing along that skill to the next generation.

Physical fitness was both discipline and a refuge for Michael. Many knew him at Big Sky Gym, where he formed deep friendships and inspired others as a mentor. Above all, he lived a life marked by curiosity, generosity, and a genuine connection to people, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Left to cherish his memory are his siblings, Jeanne (Jack) Nawrocki of Webster, MA; Elaine Hochbergof Putnam, CT; David B. Hochberg (Iris Reinhold)of Ludwigsburg, Germany; and Judy (Jim) Cote of Woodstock, CT. He also leaves his loving nephewsJames (Nutdanai Roentakin) Cote and Jacob (Jordyn) Cote, and is also remembered by many first, second and third cousins

A service to honor and celebrate Michael’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at High Pointe Church, 1208 Thompson Road, Thompson, CT 06277.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Michael’s memory to High Pointe Church, 1208 Thompson Road, Thompson, CT 06277. Please designate Youth Ministry on your check, or click this link: https://www.highpointect.church/give then go to “Fund” and select Youth Ministry in the dropdown menu.

Low Country Cremation and Burial has the honor to serve the Hochberg family.