Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
Jerry Roger Grant
May 2, 2026
A memorial service for Jerry will take place on Friday, September 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at Gephart Funeral Home. Officiating will be Pastor Dennis Matyas. The family will be present to receive visitors on Friday at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. A celebration of Life will follow at Kilkenny’s Irish Pub starting...
Maurice LeFave
Sep 5, 2026
Maurice passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Bay Valley House, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 91.
Maurice was born in Bay City, Michigan, on August 4, 1935, to the late Oliver and Ellen (Salois) LeFave. He was a graduate of West Catholic Central High School and continued his education at the University of Detroit,...
Debrah E. Ralph
Sep 3, 2026
Debrah passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026, with her loving family by her side at the age of 77. She is now reunited with the love of her life, her beloved husband, James Ralph. Debrah was born on August 19, 1949, in Bay City, Michigan, to the late Charles and Mary Kilvington.
Debrah was a hardworking and dedicated woman...
William "Bill" W. Auger
Sep 1, 2026
William “Bill” Auger, age 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at Covenant Harrison Hospital with his loving family at his side. He was born on February 14, 1940, in Bay City, Michigan, to the late William (Harry) and Gladys (Wallace) Auger.
Bill was a 1958 graduate of T.L. Handy High School. Following graduation, he proudly served his country...
Ronald L. Koehler D.O.
Sep 1, 2026
Ronald Louis Koehler, 86, of Bay City, passed away at home on September 1, 2026.
Born in Saginaw, Michigan, Ronald was the son of the late Louis and Marguerite Koehler. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1957 and earned B.S. from Ferris State University in Pharmacy, Masters and PHD from Wayne State University in Microbiology and Immunology and Doctor...
Gary A. Brandt
Aug 31, 2026
Our devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away on August 31, 2026 at the age of 90 at McLaren Bay Region. He was born on May 16, 1936, in Bay City, Michigan.
Gary was a loving, talkative, sentimental, dedicated, stylish person that had a great sense of humor and loved playing cards and spending time with his family and friends. Gary...
William John "Butch" Reed
Aug 31, 2026
William “Butch” Reed peacefully left this world on August 31, 2026 after a lengthy illness. He was born to the late Walter and Mildred Reed, on October 6, 1945. Butch was a proud United States veteran, having served in the Air Force based in Okinawa during the Vietnam War.
He was affectionately known as Butch since childhood. He was also known...
Joy M. Flores
Aug 31, 2026
Joy passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026 at Healthsource Saginaw at the age of 79. The daughter of the late Gerald and Betty (Szelogowski) Wamsley was born October 26, 1946 in Bay City, Michigan. Joy loved taking care of people and was an animal lover, especially her dogs.
Joy is survived by her three sons, James P. (Wendy) Flores, Frank...
Lon Raymond Sheltrown
Aug 30, 2026
Lon passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at Medilodge of Frankenmuth, with his loving family by his side, at the age of 73. He was born in Bay City, Michigan, on October 16, 1952, to the late Raymond and Eleanor (Wingle) Sheltrown.
Lon was a truck driver for many years and took great pride in his work. He enjoyed...
Frederick V. "Fred" Jeske
Aug 25, 2026
Fred passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at his residence, at the age of 87. The son of the late Joseph and Hazel (Grandmaison) was born May 23, 1939 in Kawkawlin, Michigan. Fred retired form G.M. Powertrain-Bay City. He enjoyed playing bingo and going to the casino.
Left to cherish his memories is his wife the former Kathryn A....
Robert "Bob" E. Cajigas
Aug 21, 2026
Robert “Bob” Cajigas passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at McLaren Bay Region with his loving family by his side at the age of 75. He was born in Washington DC, on April 18, 1951, to the late Tomas and Rosemary (Bell) Cajigas.
Bob was a man who found joy in the simple things in life. He loved wearing...
JoAnn Catherine McPeak
Aug 15, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beautiful mother JoAnn Catherine McPeak. JoAnn passed into eternal life on Saturday, August 15, 2026 with her daughters Tracey, Teri and her faithful companion, Brody by her side. JoAnn was born on January 25, 1943 in Midland, Michigan to the late Donald and Eileen (Johnston) Brink. She graduated from...
Dorothy May Martin
Aug 15, 2026
Dorothy passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026 with her loving family by her side at the age of 86. She was born on May 11, 1940, to the late Irving and Mertle (Julian) Finkbeiner in Bay City, Michigan.
Dorothy was a lifelong and devoted member of Our Lady of Peace Parish – St. Mary’s Church. She generously gave of...
Laura Mae Burke
Aug 13, 2026
Laura passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at her home with her family lovingly by her side at the age of 92. She was born May 29, 1934, in Bay City, Michigan, to the late William and Margaret (VanAkker) Pickering. Laura was a 1952 graduate of T.L. Handy High School and was a member of St. Alban’s Episcopal...
Kathleen Marie Telmont
Aug 13, 2026
Kathleen Marie Telmont passed away peacefully at her home in Saginaw on Thursday, August 13, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was lovingly surrounded by her two cherished dogs, KaTilly and Prince, as well as her extended family member and dear friend, Mary Streeter. Kathleen was born in Bay City, Michigan, on January 9, 1955, to...
Ruth J. Olsen
Aug 10, 2026
Ruth passed away at her home on Monday, August 10, 2026 surrounded by her family at the age of 96. The daughter of the late Lawrence and Ruth (Blake) Sayner was born May 21, 1930 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ruth graduated from Central Michigan in 1953 and went on to teach 1St grade for a number of years. She returned to...
James "Jim" Amie LeMere Sr.
Aug 9, 2026
Jim was called home to eternal life on Sunday, August 9, 2026 at Bayfield Assisted Living at the age of 86. He was born to the late Edward and Helen (Rase) LeMere on October 29, 1939. He was a member of St. George Byzantine Catholic Church and recently became Catholic last year. He enjoyed working for the Church and helping...
Bonnie J. Berger
Aug 8, 2026
Berger (Kuch) J. Bonnie
Our beloved mom passed away on August 8, 2026 at the age of 82 at Symphony Tri-Cities. Bonnie was born October 28, 1943 and married the love of her life Kenneth Berger who preceded her in death at a young age of 48. Bonnie has resided in Bay City all of her life and has been a...
Doris Ann Dean
Aug 5, 2026
Doris Ann Dean (Krauss) of Bay City passed away peacefully on August 5, 2026 at the age of 73.
Doris was born May 27, 1953 in Essexville to the late Raymond and Delores (Rezler) Krauss.
Doris married her husband, Clark on May 19, 1973 and they had 53 wonderful years before her passing.
Doris was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother who loved...
