Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
George Richard Krohn
Mar 7, 2026
George Krohn, born in Germany in 1933, passed away on March 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of a large, blended family and friends. George was loving, conscientious, and had an enduring capacity to build connections across every chapter of his journey.
At 18, George immigrated to Bay City, Michigan. In time, he built a life marked by hard work, and...
Kenneth Leonard Jean
Mar 2, 2026
Kenneth passed away peacefully at his residence on Monday, March 2, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born on February 4, 1940 in Bay City to the late Leonard and Patricia (Lozon) Jean. He was very involved with Visitation Catholic Church, he was a member of the Ushers club and was the chairman for several years for the...
Geraldine R. Smithingell
May 19, 2026
Geraldine passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 92. The daughter of the late Herbert and Mabel (Smith) Lohr was born October 10, 1933 in Au Gres, Michigan and enjoyed sewing and knitting.
Geraldine is survived by many nieces and nephews and was preceded in death by her husband, Pete Smithingell and eight...
"Kit" Catherine Ranous
May 18, 2026
Kit (Catherine) Ranous, age 78, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, early Monday morning, May 18, 2026, at St. Paul’s Senior Living in South Bend, Indiana.
Born on June 4, 1947, in Bay City, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Adams) Sweeney. Kit graduated from T.L. Handy High School in 1965. Following...
George D. Thibo
May 15, 2026
George passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026 at his home at the age of 65. The son of the late Donald and Patsy (Parker) Thibo was born May 15, 1961 in Bay City, Michigan. George worked at Michigan Sugar as a shipping coordinator and had a knowledge of all sports. He enjoyed U of M Football, gardening, fishing and...
Amy Lynn Lohrmann
May 11, 2026
Amy Lynn Lohrmann (LaBerge), 54, of Munger passed away May 11, 2026 with her husband and sister by her side.
Amy was born February 15th, 1972, she is proceeded in death by her mother Kim Laberge, brother Alec Badour, aunt Julie Greene (LaBerge), uncle Brian (Chip) LaBerge and son Zack Nicholas.
She is survived by her husband Jason Lohrmann, Children: Anthony &...
Larry R. Brinkman Sr.
May 5, 2026
Larry R. Brinkman, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at McLaren Bay Region, with his family lovingly by his side. Born on December 11, 1942, in Bay City, Michigan, Larry lived a life marked by dedication, service, and deep devotion to those he cherished.
Larry proudly served his country as a member of...
Thomas Joseph Jacobs
May 4, 2026
Thomas passed away at his residence in Bay City on Monday, May 4, 2026 at the age of 83. He was born to the late Joseph and Marie (Barber) Jacobs on September 30, 1942 in Essexville, Michigan. He was a proud United States Army Veteran. He will be remembered for the care he put into his lawn, landscape, and vegetable...
Jerry Roger Grant
May 2, 2026
Jerry Roger Grant, a man whose life was as generously lived as it was lovingly told, passed away on May 2, 2026, at the age of 85. Born in Cheboygan, Michigan on Halloween — a birthday he wore with a quiet, knowing grin — Jerry was raised in Alpena, where he attended Alpena High School and where the roots of...
Diana Marie Osterhout
May 1, 2026
Our loving wife, mother, grandmother and daughter passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 55. Diane was born on May 9, 1970 in Baltimore, Maryland and enjoyed watching Beverly Hills 90210, going to concerts, traveling and going to the beach, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her friends and...
Patricia A. Middleton
Apr 26, 2026
Patricia Ann (Jackman) Middleton, age 92, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at New Hope Bay. She was born on September 5,1933 in Bay City, Michigan to the late Fred and Elda (Manning) Jackman. She worked in the Bangor Township Treasurers Office and Kahns Jewelry Store.
Pat was a very involved member of Trinity Episcopal Church, member of the United...
Sandra K. Reinhold
Apr 26, 2026
Sandra K. Reinhold of Bay City, MI was born on October 13, 1942, the middle daughter of James and Hilda Simmet of Sebewaing, MI. Sandy graduated from Sebewaing High School in 1960 and then attended the Northeastern School of Commerce in Bay City. She worked as a secretary for Sebewaing Light and Water Dept. for 39 years. Sandy resided at...
Kenneth M. Born
Apr 24, 2026
Kenneth M. Born, a devoted family man and cherished member of the Bay City community, passed away peacefully at his home on April 24, 2026, due to natural causes. Born in Bay City, Michigan, on December 5, 1959. Ken was a devoted husband to his wife, Carla for 29 years. they loved to travel together, cook gourmet meals and visit...
Jonathan Clark Pilkey
Apr 23, 2026
Jon passed away peacefully at his residence with his family by his side on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the age of 83. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on October 25, 1942 to the late Edward and Margaret Pilkey. He retired as a Detroit Police Officer after 25 years of service. He was a member of the Detroit Police...
William V. Bothe
Apr 23, 2026
William V. Bothe, born June 10, 1949, peacefully passed away at his home on April 23, 2026, with his beloved family and loyal dog Kassie by his side. A devoted family man and a respected member of his community, William’s life was marked by dedication, hard work, and a genuine love for those close to him.
William grew up working alongside...
George William Reese
Apr 22, 2026
George passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Hampton Nursing and Rehab Center at the age of 77. He was born to the late Simon and Irene (Yak) Reese Sr. on August 2, 1948 in Fairgrove, Michigan. He loved going hunting, fishing and working in the yard.
George is survived by his wife...
Marian M. Shorkey
Apr 22, 2026
Marian M. Shorkey, a lifelong resident of Bay City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at Auburn Heights Senior Care with her family by her side. Born on April 12, 1929, in Bay City, Marian dedicated much of her life to both her family and her work. Marian’s career was marked by a steadfast commitment to service and...
Bonnie Lou Reinhardt
Apr 21, 2026
Bonnie passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at the age of 79 at McLaren Bay Region. She was born to the late Harold and Lovila (Garlinghouse) Miller on August 31, 1946 in Bay City. She was a lifelong member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church. She loved playing bingo and was an...
Jeffrey "Jeff" Edward Brandow
Apr 21, 2026
Jeff passed away unexpectedly with his family by his side on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 67. He was born to Earl E. and Catherine (Demetris) Brandow on September 27, 1958 in Bay City, Michigan. He was a very proud machinist for Thompson Bay Industries. In his younger years, he was a very...
Marcella "Marcy" Lee Wujek
Apr 19, 2026
Marcy passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, Aprill 19, 2026 at the Toni and Trish House at the age of 85. She was a member of St. Catherine of Siena Parish. She was the proud owner of American Power Connection Systems Inc., she enjoyed working there and treated every employee like they were family. She...
