Michael V. Guiles

Michael Vaughn Guiles passed away at his home in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, on June 22, 2026. He was born on October 12, 1945, in Nashville, Tennessee, to Paul Vaughn Guiles and Alice Matthews Guiles.

Michael was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Beverly Hope Williams Guiles, in December 2017; his wife, Carol Ellis Burdette Guiles, in July 2002; and his sister, Paula Elizabeth Guiles Scott, in September 2023.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Courtney Williams Glaze, and her husband, Scott, of Leesburg, Virginia; his sister-in-law, Jennifer Williams Roca of Alexandria, Virginia, and her daughters, Isabella and Vivian; his brother-in-law, Gene Wesley “Wes” Williams, Jr., and his wife, Amy, and their daughters, Taylor, Madison, Morgan, and Katelyn; and his sister Paula’s children. In addition to his family, Michael was deeply loved by many dear friends, colleagues, and former students throughout Northern Virginia and the Outer Banks.

Michael attended West Virginia University and devoted more than 30 years to teaching art in the District of Columbia and Fairfax County Public Schools. His passion for art, creativity, and education left a lasting impact on the countless students whose lives he touched throughout his career.

Following his retirement from Fairfax County Public Schools, Michael and Hope fulfilled their dream of moving to the Outer Banks, a place they both loved. For more than two decades, Michael embraced the coastal lifestyle and enjoyed the close friendships and sense of community he found there. Michael and his family are grateful to the good friends that took care of him these past few years.

A proud Tennessean and West Virginian at heart, Michael had a lifelong love of hunting, fishing, and the outdoors. Many wonderful memories were made with friends sharing stories, laughter, and adventures in the woods and on the water.

Michael will be remembered for his kind spirit, artistic talent, devotion to family and friends, his sense of humor, and the positive influence he had on so many lives. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

No services are planned at this time. Please share a message of comfort with the Garland family via the online register at gallopfuneralservices.com.