Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
John J. "Jack" Walin
Sep 15, 2025
John J. "Jack" Walin, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, at Bayfield Assisted Living, with his family by his side. He was born on November 8, 1931, in Westfield, Massachusetts, to George and Ethel (Beatty) Walin, who predeceased him.
Jack led a life full of adventure and laughter, known for his great sense...
Carol J. Festerling
Sep 14, 2025
Carol passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025 at Sheffield Bay Assisted Living at the age of 81. She was born to the late Frank and Edna (Steinke) Birkenheier on September 21, 1943 in Bay City, Michigan. She was a member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and retired as a teacher with the Bay City Public Schools. She was also...
Lois E. Englehardt
Sep 13, 2025
Lois passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Huron Woods Nursing home at the age of 81. The daughter of the late Edward and Margaret “Blanche” (Jacobs) Corrion was born October 12, 1943 in Bay City, Michigan. Lois was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish and taught Catechism at St. John’s for many years. She was also...
Kenneth M. Commire
Sep 10, 2025
Kenneth M. Commire, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at his home. Born on December 31, 1945, in Bay City, Michigan, Kenneth dedicated a remarkable 49 years of his life to working as a foreman at Michigan Sugar, where he became well-respected among his peers for his hard work and commitment.
Throughout his...
Ewell Gagne
Sep 7, 2025
Ewell passed away at McLaren Bay Region. Private Arrangement have been entrusted to Gephart Funeral Home.
Richard "Rick" F. Brzezinski
Sep 1, 2025
Richard F. Brzezinski, affectionately known as Rick, passed away on September 1, 2025 in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born in Bay City, Michigan, on August 26, 1955. A devoted family man and beloved community member, Rick lived a life characterized by his commitment to public service and his deep care for those around him.
Rick retired in 2019, after many years...
Doris June Marcet
Sep 1, 2025
Doris passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 1, 2025 at Brian’s House in Essexville, Michigan at the age of 80. She was born to the late Elmer and Stella (Powlowski) Knoellinger on July 20, 1945 in Bay City, Michigan. She was a lifelong member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church. Doris enjoyed going to the drag...
Marcia M. McPhee
Aug 29, 2025
Marcia M. McPhee, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, in Sheffield Bay, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 20, 1939, in Jackson, Michigan, Marcia lived a life filled with kindness, warmth, and humor, qualities that endeared her to all who knew her.
For many years, Marcia dedicated herself to her...
Norine Kay Fritz
Aug 25, 2025
Norine Fritz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, of Essexville, Michigan passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Monday, August 25th, 2025, at the age of 81.
She was born on March 18, 1944 to late Marvin and Betty (Williams) Walraven in Bay City, MI, Norine graduated high school and begin working at Bay County Medical...
Maria T. Gentle
Aug 21, 2025
Maria T. Gentle passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, at Toni & Trish House, surrounded by the warmth of her family. Born on October 7, 1945, in New Braunfels, Texas, Maria lived a life rich in love and connections, leaving behind a legacy of friendships and cherished memories.
Known for her remarkable ability to connect with people, Maria had a...
William P. Younkman
Aug 19, 2025
William (Bill) Patrick Younkman, 52, passed away at his home in Bay City, MI, on August 19th, 2025. He was born in Marshall, MI, on August 29th, 1972, to Eileen Elizabeth Stout and Timothy J. Younkman.
He was preceded in death by both his mother and father. He is survived by his brother, Lee Younkman; sisters, Laicy Lansdale, Cathy Younkman, and...
Donald R. Wynn
Aug 19, 2025
Loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Donald Rex Wynn, age 90, passed away following a brief illness at McLaren Bay Region Hospital on August 19, 2025. He was born on March 7, 1935, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Rector and Irene (Coss) Wynn. Don was united in marriage to the late Sharlene (Girard) Wynn on September 2, 1958.
Don proudly...
Todd L. Tipmore
Aug 19, 2025
Todd L. Tipmore, born on October 28, 1963, in Rossville, Indiana, passed away on August 19, 2025, at Riversbend Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by his beloved family. Todd lived a life characterized by joy, laughter, and an infectious sense of humor that touched all who knew him.
Throughout his years, Todd found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had an...
Gloria Ann Halstead
Aug 18, 2025
Gloria passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 70. Gloria was born April 12, 1955 in Bay City, Michigan. She earned her associates degree in criminal justice and loved baking, cooking, where she was always feeding and helping people in her complex. Gloria also enjoyed shopping, old movies and was an advocate...
Robert "Bob" Alexander Heinz
Aug 18, 2025
Bob passed away at his home on Monday, August 18, 2025 with his family by his side at the age of 94. The son of the late Adam and Jane (MacGregor) Heinz was born April 22, 1931 in Bay City, Michigan. Bob was a long-time member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, served in the US Marine Corps during the...
Harry John Bartreau
Aug 17, 2025
Harry John Bartreau, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the Hampton Nursing and Rehab Center, with his family by his side. Born on May 30, 1953, in Bay City, Michigan, Harry was a man known for his great sense of humor and his unwavering willingness to help others. He had an infectious spirit...
Samuel J. Hacker Jr.
Aug 16, 2025
Samuel J. Hacker Jr. fell asleep in Jesus on August 16th, 2025 at 87 years and now is at rest from his earthly labor.
Sam was born on February 3, 1938 at the Francis Farm in Kawkawlin to Samuel and Lydia (Herbolsheimer-Fisher), the second of four children. He attended St. Bartholomew Lutheran School upon its opening, and was 1957 graduate of...
John S. Guettler
Aug 16, 2025
John S. Guettler, 96, of Bay City, went to be with his Savior while sleeping peacefully at his home. He passed, following a brief illness, on Saturday morning, August 16, surrounded by family.
John was born on January 7, 1929, to the late Robert and Caroline (Reichard) Guettler in Freeland, Michigan, and raised in Bay City. He attended St. John's Lutheran...
Doris A. Appold
Aug 13, 2025
Doris Appold, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, of Bay City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 at the age of 95.
A lifelong resident of Bay City, she was born on June 13th, 1930 to Walter and Vera (née Reichard) Hoerauf. Doris married Gerald Appold on September 18th, 1954 and raised four children.
She was an...
Simon Bernard Reese Jr.
Aug 13, 2025
Simon passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Fairgrove on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at the age of 80. He was born to the late Simon and Irene (Yax) Reese Jr. on April 27, 1945 in Bay City, Michigan. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran and received a Purple Heart Medal. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Simon...
