Kate Simonson was n't so fond of Mike Fieseler when he was dating her mother . After her mother died , Mike came for the kids and helped Kate and her mother . It was just a small gathering , but it made us feel special . He eventually adopted the kids , helping Kate get through college . Kate considers Mike her father and he walked her down the aisle at her wedding .
Kate Simonson was n't so fond of Mike Fieseler when he was dating her mother . After her mother died , Mike came for the kids and helped Kate and her mother . He eventually adopted the kids , helping Kate get through college . Kate considers Mike her father and he walked her down the aisle at her wedding .