Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Kevin Charles Rousse

Kevin Charles Rousse

Mar 1, 2026

Kevin was born on December, 27th 1951 at Bay City General Hospital. The same day and hospital as his lifelong friends Dennis and Judy Wright. He was greeted into the world by His Parents Louis and Winnifred and Older Brother, Douglas. After a long bout of illness Kevin Passed Away Peacefully on March 1st 2026 at Huron Woods Nursing Center...

Steven E. Thiel

Steven E. Thiel

Mar 1, 2026

Steven E. Thiel, a beloved Pastor and devoted family man, passed away peacefully at his home on March 1, 2026, after a courageous yearlong battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family during his final moments, a testament to the enduring relationships he cherished throughout his life. In Steven’s last days he was at peace with his life...

James Russell Ralph

James Russell Ralph

Mar 1, 2026

James Russell Ralph, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on March 1, 2026, after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born on May 15, 1944, in Bay City, Michigan, and his journey through life would be marked by love, dedication, and a passion for connecting with others.

James was a proud graduate of...

Thomas Edmund Janowicz

Thomas Edmund Janowicz

Feb 28, 2026

Thomas Edmund Janowicz, age 84, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 28th, 2026. Tom was born on April 18th, 1941 in Bay City, Michigan. He spent a lifetime teaching social studies at T.L. Handy and Bay City Western High Schools. Tom also taught thousands of students how to safely drive as a fearless driver instructor for many...

Sherry Lynn LaBerge

Sherry Lynn LaBerge

Feb 22, 2026

Sherry passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 76. The daughter of the late William and Rhea (Ulman) Kendall was born December 24, 1949 in Tawas, Michigan. Sherry loved camping with her husband, cooking and baking.

Sherry is survived by her husband of 43 years, Edwin; five children, Kristina, Scott,...

Matthew A. Osborn

Matthew A. Osborn

Feb 21, 2026

Matthew A. Osborn, born on July 8, 1974, passed away peacefully in his residence on February 21, 2026, with his family by his side. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, humor, and love that will be cherished by those who knew him.

Matthew had a great passion for cooking, dedicating many years of his life to the culinary arts as...

Cynthia Ann Clark

Cynthia Ann Clark

Feb 21, 2026

Cynthia Ann Clark, age 83 was called home to the Lord in the early morning hours of February 21, 2026 in the comforting presence of her eldest granddaughter. Born on June 15, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Albert and Viola Hudy.

On December 26, 1964, Cynthia married the love of her life, Lewis Clark, at St. Anthony of Padua...

Larry David Klamer

Larry David Klamer

Feb 20, 2026

“For God so loved the world, that he gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.” (St. John 3:16)

Larry David Klamer of Bay City, Michigan, fell asleep in Jesus and entered into eternal life with Him on Friday, February 20th, 2026, shortly after being diagnosed with brain cancer. He was born to...

Dean Alan Bass

Dean Alan Bass

Feb 20, 2026

Dean passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 at Huron Woods Nursing Home in Kawkawlin at the age of 64. He was born on September 18, 1961 to the late D. George and Angeline (Chantiny) Bass in Saginaw, Michigan. In 1979, he graduated from Reese High School and continued his education at SVSU. He began his working career at...

Edward Martin Zielinski

Edward Martin Zielinski

Feb 20, 2026

Edward passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 78. He was born on October 1, 1947 in Bay City to the late Robert and Dorothy (Brancheau) Zielinski. He was a sports fanatic and an avid bowler, he even had several 300 games that he was very proud of. He loved fishing,...

Hulda Esther (Quintel) Weiss

Hulda Esther (Quintel) Weiss

Feb 19, 2026

Mrs. Weiss passed peacefully into the caring arms of the Lord on Thursday, February 19 at the age of 101. She was born December 21, 1924, in Monitor Township to the late William and Mary (Pfundt) Quintel. Hulda married Emil O. Weiss on August 26, 1950.

Mrs. Weiss is survived by one son, Alan (Brenda) Weiss of Saginaw; one daughter, Nancy...

Patricia Marie "Patti" Lambert

Patricia Marie "Patti" Lambert

Feb 19, 2026

Our beloved Patti passed peacefully on February 19, 2026. Born January 28, 1959, Patricia Marie Lambert was the daughter of Lillian Theresa Foley. She was the cherished wife of Gregg, mother to Molly, grandmother to Paige & MJ, sister, aunt and friend. Patti joined her daughter, Molly Ann; mother, Lillian; her sister, Molly Theresa and her loving in-laws, Marge and...

Austin D. LaClair

Austin D. LaClair

Feb 18, 2026

Austin D. LaClair, 19, of Bay City, Michigan, passed away on February 18, 2026, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, following a courageous 2 year and 8-month battle with leukemia.

 Born in Bay City on September 5, 2006, Austin was the beloved son of Vanessa LaClair and Joshua Gonzales. From the very beginning, Austin was known for his humor, honesty, and incredibly kind...

Paul E. Walton

Paul E. Walton

Feb 17, 2026

Paul passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at Toni and Trish House in Auburn, Michigan at the age of 67. He was born on December 5, 1958 in Saginaw to the late Robert and Maxine (Pason) Walton. He lived a simple life and loved hunting and playing poker.

Paul is survived by his sisters, Jean (Bob) Hughes and JoAnn...

Gary T. McPhee

Gary T. McPhee

Feb 17, 2026

Gary passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 90. He was born on February 5, 1936 to the late Floyd and Marion (Bosley) McPhee. He was a proud United States Coast Guard Veteran and was the Fire Marshall for the Bay City Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed golfing and lawn...

Carleen Carol Beaver

Carleen Carol Beaver

Feb 14, 2026

Carleen Carol Beaver, born on May 1, 1948, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, at McLaren Bay Region, surrounded by her loving family.

Carleen was a cherished individual whose remarkable contributions to those around her will not be forgotten. With a great sense of humor and a heart dedicated to helping others, she found joy in...

Beverly Morgan Rector

Beverly Morgan Rector

Feb 11, 2026

Beverly Lenore (Morgan) Rector, passed peacefully from this earth Wednesday, February 11, 2026. She was at home, surrounded by her family’s love and care when she was welcomed into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ.

Beverly was born in New Haven, Connecticut in 1932 to Walter Lewis Morgan and Eleanor H. (Johnson) Morgan, and enjoyed a childhood full of family...

David Kerby McCallum

David Kerby McCallum

Feb 11, 2026

David Kerby McCallum, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2026, at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Hospital. Born on November 14, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan, David was a vibrant soul whose laughter lit up every room he entered.

For many years, David dedicated himself to his career as a project manager, David was...

John P. Gillespie

John P. Gillespie

Feb 10, 2026

John passed away peacefully with his family by his side at MyMichigan Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at the age of 92. He was born on July 5, 1933 to the Late James and Ruth (Younker) Gillespie in Bay City, Michigan. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Frankenlust. John enjoyed...

Carl O. View

Carl O. View

Feb 9, 2026



Carl passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 at his residence, at the age of 59 years. The son of the late Charles and Eva (Carlisle) View was born October 3, 1966 in Bay City, Michigan. Carl enjoyed sports especially football, baseball, NASCAR, was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and enjoyed going to concerts.

Left behind to cherish his memory is his...

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