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Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
Bernadette M. Michalak
Nov 11, 2024
Bernadette Marie Michalak "Bernie"
Auburn, Michigan
Bernie passed away peacefully at home comforted by her husband Jerome and son Mark on November 11, 2024, at the age of 88. Born on April 10, 1936, Bernadette’s life was a testament to dedication, love, and the importance of family.
A devoted wife to Jerome “Mike” Michalak, whom she married on September 22, 1962, they shared...
Diane L. Rachwitz (née Schatzer)
Nov 7, 2024
Diane Rachwitz (née Schatzer) entered the nearer presence of her Lord on November 7, 2024, at the age of 81. She faithfully awaits the hope of resurrection proclaimed in the Holy Scripture.
Diane was born on January 4, 1943, as the eldest of four children to Byron and Beulah Schatzer. In 1958, Diane met the love of her life, Jim Rachwitz,...
Carolyn Marie Kostal
Nov 6, 2024
Carolyn Marie Kostal (born Sargent, adopted as Ponder) passed away on November 6, 2024, in Winter Haven, Florida, where she resided. Carolyn was born on April 30, 1941, at Mercy Hospital in Bay City to her biological mother, Nancy Jean Sargent. Just five days later, she was adopted by Ephriam “E.D.” Ponder and Dortha “Dot” Longley, who lovingly welcomed her...
Elizabeth Jane Houghtaling "Betty"
Nov 6, 2024
Betty passed away peacefully with her family by her side at McLaren Bay Region on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at the age of 94. She was born on July 22, 1930 to the late William and Jane (Ward) Majeska in Essexville, Michigan. She was a faithful member of Corpus Christi Parish. She was a lifelong member, for over 50 years,...
Donna C. Mueller
Nov 4, 2024
Come rejoice with us as we celebrate Mom’s entrance into the glories of Heaven!
Mom (Donna) was born on April 29, 1934 in Bay City, Michigan to Irene (Wegener) and Elmer Sturm, the oldest of five children. She was baptized on May 9th at Trinity Lutheran Church in Monitor Township and attended school there too (she only walked one mile to...
Charles M. Ulman "Charlie Tuna"
Nov 3, 2024
Charles passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the age of 77. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on May 28, 1947 to the late Harlon and Joyce (Wager) Ulman. Charles enjoyed being in the outdoors, Hunting, Fishing, and spending time with his family.
Charles is survived by his sons, Brian Ulman and Daniel (Bridget) Ulman; grandchildren, Chloe...
James P. Vink
Nov 3, 2024
Jim passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the age of 57. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on May 15, 1967 to the late Gerald and Betty (Mielock) Vink. Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Jim loved the outdoors, he enjoyed gardening, hunting, grilling, and campfires with a cold Busch Lite. He was...
Virginia M. Vink
Nov 3, 2024
Virginia (Ginny) Mae Vink passed away Saturday, November 3, 2024 at Optalis Health and Rehabilitation in Grand Rapids, MI, with family members by her side. The daughter of the late Earl and Cecelia (LaFontain) Rapelje was born December 13, 1929 in Bay City, MI. She was married to Hazen “Buster” Vink on November 27, 1948 at St. John the Evangelist...
Danny A. Schaefer
Nov 1, 2024
Danny passed away at his home on Friday, November 1, 2024 at the age of 75. The son of the late Arthur and Ninamae (Confer) Schaefer was born May 14, 1949 in Grayling, Michigan. Danny was retired from the City of Bay City as a lineman and served his country in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. He enjoyed golfing, boating,...
Lawrence "Larry" E. Keeler
Oct 30, 2024
Larry passed away, Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Medilodge of Sterling at the age of 81. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on December 26, 1942 to the late Lawrence and Olive (Murdock) Keeler.
Larry is survived by his sister, Carolyn (Lavern) Boge of Waterford; nephew Brian (Deb) Boge and their children Jason and Allison of Shepherd, MI; and nephew...
Ronnette Dawn Kachiros
Oct 30, 2024
Ronnette passed away peacefully at her home in Bay City on October 30, 2024 at the age of 62. She was born to the late Ronald and Sandra (Braley) Canute on November 10, 1961 in Bay City, Michigan. She was such a sweet, loving and caring person, she had the kindest heart and would help anyone. Ronnette loved her children...
Marlene J. Fritz
Oct 28, 2024
Marlene passed away at McLaren Bay Region with her family by her side on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the age of 89. The daughter of the late Roy and Bernice (Setlak) Raymond was born June 28, 1935 in Standish, Michigan. Marlene enjoyed walking her dog, shopping and spending time with her family.
Marlene is survived by her four children, Jeanne...
Danney Leon Matthews
Oct 27, 2024
Danney passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Covenant Medical Center with his family by his side at the age of 76. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on April 26, 1948 to the late Leon and Barbara (Rowe) Matthews. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam war. He also had services in the Navy....
Coreen L. Gillespie
Oct 26, 2024
Coreen passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 79. The daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (Draves) Kolb was born February 5, 1945 in Bay City, Michigan. Coreen was a lifelong member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church and was retired from Dow after 28 years of service. After retiring from...
Colen James LaFave
Oct 25, 2024
Colen passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2024, in Saginaw St. Mary’s My Michigan Medical Center with Dr. Laura and Roger at his side at the age of 94. He was born to the late George and Amanda (LeVasseur) LaFave on January 24, 1930 in Fraser Township near Linwood, Michigan. He became a member of the Pinconning United Methodist...
Janice Flora Sampier
Oct 25, 2024
Janice Flora Sampier (Zins) of Bay City, loving wife , mother, grandmother and gigi, affectionately known as “Grama Kitty” entered into eternal glory on October 25th, 2024. She passed away at the Toni and Trish house in Auburn and was received into the waiting arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 72. Janice was born...
Martin Jude Lamblin Sr.
Oct 25, 2024
Born in Saginaw, Michigan, Martin Jude Lamblin Sr. passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Martin was a beloved partner, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend who lived as a servant to everyone around him. His infectious love and laughter filled every room he entered, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew him. His...
Donna Jean Crunk
Oct 24, 2024
Donna passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw, Michigan at the age of 82. She was born to the late Donald and Leota (Morzinski) Janiske on May 21, 1942 in Bay City, Michigan. She was the most loving and caring woman and will be missed dearly.
She is survived by her children, Rebecca Crunk, Jennifer...
Brenda J. Gould
Oct 24, 2024
Brenda passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024 at her home at the age of 80. The daughter of the late Arthur and Mildred (Marshall) Watson was born May 4, 1944 in Bay City, Michigan. Brenda was a member of Corpus Christi Parish and enjoyed sewing, knitting scrubbies and washcloths and messaging her family special memes day and night. She...
Betty Ann Ittner
Oct 21, 2024
Betty Ann Ittner (Yarnell) aged 93 passed away peacefully and went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 21, 2024.
Betty was born in Midland, Michigan on April 21, 1931, to the late Hugh C. and Martha Yarnell Barton (Kapanka). She was raised in Midland on the Kapanka homestead and graduated from Midland High School in 1950. She...
