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Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
Jefferey B. Bartoszek
Mar 7, 2025
Jeffrey Bartoszek passed away unexpectedly on Friday March 7, 2025, following a long battle with chronic illness. He was born in Bay City, MI to Edward and Mary Bartoszek. Jeff attended Northern Michigan University for his undergraduate studies. He earned his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Palmer School of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. More recently he was employed at Club Soda...
Corey Michael Langenburg
Apr 6, 2025
Corey passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the age of 25. He was born on September 14, 1999 to Michael and Shelli (King) Langenburg Jr. in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from John Glenn High School in 2017 and continued his education at Northwest Lineman College in Florida. During his time at John Glenn, he played Varsity Baseball...
Richard Walter Banaszak "Dick"
Apr 6, 2025
Richard Banaszak, beloved husband, father, grandfather, Papa B, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025, after a brief illness. He was surrounded by the love of his family, who will forever cherish his strength, warmth and quiet wisdom. He was born to the late Adolph and Isabelle (Marchlewicz) Banaszak on September 19, 1939 in Bay City, Michigan.
Born with...
Carole Y. Carrick
Apr 6, 2025
Carole passed away at her home on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the age of 87. The daughter of the late Charles and Erma (Burnside) Bellville was born July 3, 1937 in Omer, Michigan. Carole was a member of St. Alban’s Episcopal Church and was retired from the Bay City School System as a crossing guard. Carole enjoyed being a...
Ruthann Roth
Apr 5, 2025
Ruthann Roth, born on October 23, 1941, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at McLaren Flint. A devoted homemaker and loving family member, Ruthann dedicated her life to the joys of cooking, caring for her home, and nurturing quality moments with her family.
Ruthann is survived by her son, Ricky Roth, who cherished her wisdom...
Diane R. McPeak
Apr 3, 2025
Diane R. McPeak passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the age of 79. Diane was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved being with her family. Diane was born on May 24, 1945 to the late Louis and Angeline (Cinquina) D’Arcangelo. She resided in Bay City her entire life and graduated from St. Mary’s High School.
Diane married Randall...
Sandra Kaye Robbins
Apr 1, 2025
Sandra Kaye Robbins, born on April 20, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Bay City, Michigan. Sandra’s life spanned nearly 79 years and was marked by deep family connections and the many lives she touched.
Born to Max and Myrtle Robbins, Sandra grew up in Ferndale, Michigan, alongside her siblings. She was predeceased by her father...
Scott Neal Hacker
Mar 30, 2025
Scott Hacker, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 30, 2025, after a long fight with cancer. Scott was born on November 20, 1958, In Bay City, Michigan. He is survived by his son, Kyle Hacker, as well as his mother, Joanne Hacker, brother, Mark Hacker; brother, Bryon (Angie) Hacker; sister-in-law, Dinah Horning; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins....
Ross Wayne Brown
Mar 30, 2025
Ross Wayne Brown died with his family at this side on March 30th at the age of 69 years old. He was born on January 27, 1956 in Bay City to Ross William and Virgial Brown, who both predeceased him. Ross was the only son raised with six sisters, including Dianne Grabke (deceased), Nancy (Alex) Hiller of Lake Orion, MI,...
Jack B. Sluiter Jr.
Mar 29, 2025
Jack passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Wellspring Lutheran Services at the age of 79. The son of the late Jack and Ruth (Young) Sluiter was born November 11, 1945 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jack was an aircraft mechanic and enjoyed flying airplanes and antique Ford Cars.
Jack is survived by his son, Justin (Amie) Sluiter; two grandchildren, Gypsy...
Eugene D. Groenhof
Mar 29, 2025
Eugene passed away, Saturday, March 29, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region with his family by his side at the age of 86. He was born January 27, 1939 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Martin and Agnes (Stremler) Groenhof. Eugene was a devoted member of First Presbyterian Church, where he played the piano and organ. He attended Hope College,...
Gary Robin Steffen Sr.
Mar 27, 2025
Gary passed away unexpectedly at his home in Merritt, Michigan, on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at the age of 63. He was born to the late Richard and Sharon (Miller) Steffen on November 1, 1961 in Detroit, Michigan, at the Saratoga Community Hospital. He grew up in Warren, Michigan, and attended the East Detroit Schools. He later moved to Peck,...
Carson C. Nokes Sr.
Mar 27, 2025
Carson C. Nokes Sr. was born on May 9, 1957, in Sheridan, Michigan. He departed this life on March 27, 2025, in the comfort of his home. Carson was a devoted family man who cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. He is survived by his children, Carson (Jenna) Nokes Jr., Nicholas (Kayla) Nokes, and Julie (Julayne) Nokes; his...
Marlene Maurer
Mar 26, 2025
Marlene passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the Toni & Trish House at the age of 83. The daughter of the late William and Irene (Leppien) Arndt was born November 3, 1941 in Linwood, Michigan. Marlene was a member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church and enjoyed playing softball and watching the Detroit Tigers, but most of all...
Charles Delbert Chase Jr.
Mar 25, 2025
Charles Delbert Chase Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2025, at the age 69. Born on March 8, 1956, in Saginaw, Michigan, Charles was known for his great sense of humor and the joy he brought to all who knew him.
Throughout his life, Charles embraced his passions with an enthusiasm...
Janice Bills
Mar 24, 2025
Janice (Lucier) Bills, 81, of Bay City, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. She was born in Leamington, Ontario, Canada on March 26, 1943 to Jean (Moore) and Harvey Lucier, Sr. She was united in marriage to Lawrence Bills, Sr. on October 18, 1958. Besides owning her own restaurant, she held many jobs throughout her life. She treasured most...
Patricia Altergott
Mar 23, 2025
Patricia passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Symphony Tri-Cities at the age of 56. The daughter of the late James and Jacqueline (Hodder) Jackson was born May 25, 1968 in Bay City, Michigan. Patricia worked at Saginaw Valley State University and sang with the SVSU choir. She was an avid Filker, worked security for various special events and...
Jared Wesley Frank II
Mar 21, 2025
Jared passed away at his home on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the age of 51. Jared was born May 19, 1973 in Bay City, Michigan, he loved animals, fishing, hunting, teasing his sisters and was always willing to lend a helping hand, but most of all Jared enjoyed spending time with his family.
Jared is survived by his mother, Geraldine...
Mary E. Irby
Mar 20, 2025
Heaven gained the most lovable angel on the first day of Spring. Our sweet, kind, loving sister, aunt, niece and friend passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Gladwin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 64. She was born on April 16, 1960 to the late Van and Elizabeth (Weiler) Irby Jr. in Bay City,...
Ardythe Ann Arnold
Mar 20, 2025
Ardythe passed away, Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Brian’s House with her family by her side at the age of 77. She was born March 11, 1948 to the late Arthur and Loretta (Smart) Streu in Bay City, Michigan. Ardythe was the owner of Gift Box and was very dedicated to her family and her business endeavors. It was important...
