Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Delphine Ann Ribeaud

Delphine Ann Ribeaud

May 13, 2025

Delphine Ann Ribeaud, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86 surrounded by loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alphonse and Frances (Gwizdala) Janowicz, her sister Bernadette (Jim) Steffke and her husband Louis Franz Ribeaud.

She was born on November 13, 1938, in Bay City,...

Bruce M. Bednarczyk

Bruce M. Bednarczyk

Jun 2, 2025

Bruce passed away peacefully at his residence in Midland on Monday, June 2, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born to the late Francis and Shirley (Macauley) Bednarczyk on January 29, 1949 in Bay City, Michigan. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He retired from Steering Gear in 2009, where...

Delores L. Gilles

Delores L. Gilles

Jun 1, 2025

Delores passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at the Colonnades Assisted Living at the age of 91. The daughter of the late Oscar and Bertha (Weiss) Behmlander was born April 13, 1934 in Bay City, Michigan. Delores was a bartender at Madeline’s Bar and loved fishing, camping and working in her flower beds.

Delores is survived by her four children,...

Hollie Anne Gentle

Hollie Anne Gentle

May 31, 2025

Hollie Anne Gentle, born on September 24, 1990, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away on May 31, 2025, at McLaren Bay Region. She was a radiant soul, known for her heart of gold and her unwavering commitment to being the sunshine in the lives of those around her. She always made us laugh.

Hollie had a passion for literature, dedicating her...

Tommy L. "TY" Young

Tommy L. "TY" Young

May 30, 2025

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Tommy L. "TY" Young, a beloved man known for his passion for life, passed away on May 30, 2025 surrounded by his family in Bay City, Michigan at the age of 69. He was born on July 9, 1955, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, to James and Louise (Spann) Young, both of whom...

William R. Snyder

William R. Snyder

May 29, 2025

William R. Snyder, born on July 20, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at Toni And Trish House. He lived a life filled with dedication and passion, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him.

William was a proud veteran, having served honorably in the United States Navy. Following his military service,...

Sandra Lee Jezewski

Sandra Lee Jezewski

May 27, 2025

Sandra passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Bay City Comfort Care at the age of 82. The daughter of the late Floyd and Leona (Luptowski) Jezewski was born May 3, 1943 in Bay City, Michigan. Sandra enjoyed journaling, scrapbooking, driving around to different places in her car, cross-country skiing and spending time with her dogs. She was a...

Thomas W. "Tom" Merkle Jr.

Thomas W. "Tom" Merkle Jr.

May 26, 2025

Thomas “Tom” Merkle Jr, a devoted husband, father, Papa, coach, mentor, and friend, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. Tom was born to parents Thomas and Anna Merkle on March 30, 1959.

Though his time here was far too short, Tom lived every day with passion, purpose, and a heart as big as he was. Tom was truly larger than...

Pamela E. vanKlaveren

Pamela E. vanKlaveren

May 21, 2025

Pamela passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home at the age of 81. She was born to the late James and Hazel Nitschky on February 23, 1944 in Bay City, Michigan.

Pamela is survived by her daughter, Jennifer vanKlaveren; grandson, Conner LeRoy (Keara) of Lehi, Utah and niece, Laurel McClure. In addition to her parents,...

Robert Hall Jr.

Robert Hall Jr.

May 19, 2025

Rob passed away on May 19, 2025 in Bay City with his family by his side at the age of 63. He was born to the late Robert and Maxine (Boggs) Hall on October 10, 1961 in Royal Oak. He worked and volunteered for many different railroads. He was very active and volunteered many hours for the Historical Society of...

Jennifer I. Klenk

Jennifer I. Klenk

May 18, 2025

Jennifer Irene Klenk, 39, of Bay City, Michigan, died May 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in her Bay City, Michigan childhood home. After three difficult journeys with cancer, God has called his child to join him in his heavenly home. Jennifer was born on November 16, 1985 to Joan Klenk, nee Mindykowski, and Robert James Klenk in Landstuhl,...

Gary W. Fox

Gary W. Fox

May 17, 2025

Gary passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at the Bay County Medical Care Facility at the age of 79. The son of the late Joseph and Irene (Jones) Fox was born September 20, 1945 in Highland Park, Michigan. Gary was retired from the Bay City Fire Department as a Captain after 29 years of service and served on the...

James W. Bellottie

James W. Bellottie

May 16, 2025

James Bellottie, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away suddenly at home of natural causes on May 16, 2025. He was 82 years old.



Born on February 17, 1943, in Pennsylvania to the late James and Josephine Bellottie, James lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep love for family, and a passion for the outdoors. He married the love of...

Donald "Don" J. Spychalski

Donald "Don" J. Spychalski

May 13, 2025

Donald “Don” J. Spychalski, 97, entered eternal life from his home in Bay City, MI, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He died as he lived, independent and tenacious. Don was a kind soul, caring and passionate, and therefore well-respected and loved by many family and friends. The youngest of seven, Don was born May 7, 1928, to Peter J. Spychalski,...

Keith Jonathan Arndt

Keith Jonathan Arndt

May 12, 2025

Keith passed away peacefully at his residence with his family by his side on May 12, 2025 at the age of 49. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on August 28, 1975 to David and Kathleen (Malek) Arndt. He worked for Michigan Sugar Company for over 15 years and worked on many cars over the years in his spare...

Judy K. Majchrzak

Judy K. Majchrzak

May 11, 2025

Judy K. Majchrzak, born on October 25, 1947, in Bay City, Michigan, peacefully passed away at her home on May 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Throughout her life, Judy was celebrated for her unwavering dedication to her family and her many talents. She took great joy in cooking and enjoyed shopping for her loved ones, always considering ways to...

Kellie Ann Dora

Kellie Ann Dora

May 9, 2025

Kellie Ann Dora (Our Miracle) after a courageous battle with non-small cell adenocarcinoma gene mutation lung cancer has been called to her heavenly home. There to greet her was our Lord and Savior along with her earthy father that she dearly loved. With outstretched arms Jesus said take our hands and come in where there is no more pain and...

Sharon L. DuBay

Sharon L. DuBay

May 8, 2025

Sharon L. DuBay, born on September 3, 1939, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away on May 8, 2025, at Brian's House at the age of 85. The daughter of the late Edward and Viola (Lesial) Gushow lived a life filled with creativity and love, touching the hearts of many through her passions and cherished relationships.

An avid enthusiast of sewing, gardening,...

Mary Ann Spliedt

Mary Ann Spliedt

May 3, 2025

Mary passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Springfield Memorial Hospital in Springfield, IL at the age of 67 years, after enduring a challenging journey with cancer. Born in Bay City, Michigan on December 6, 1957, she was the daughter of James Spliedt and Myrna (Butterfield) Spliedt. She was a 1976 graduate of Handy High School and later...

Jeanne A. Thompson

Jeanne A. Thompson

May 2, 2025

Jeanne Ann Thompson, formerly of Prescott, MI, passed away peacefully with her family by her side at the Medilodge of Clare, MI. Jeanne was born October 25, 1943 in Bay City, MI to the late Clarence and Evelyn (Sullivan) Dishaw.

Jeanne attended Visitation Catholic School until her Senior year of high school when her family moved to Prescott, MI. She graduated...

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