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Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
Debra Marie Grundner
Apr 3, 2024
Debra Marie Grundner, of Bay City, MI passed away peacefully Wednesday April 3, 2024 with her family by her side.
Debra was born in Pontiac, MI on February 16, 1954, the youngest daughter of Stanley and Charlotte (Malek) Sitkowski. Debra graduated from T.L. Handy High School in 1972 where she was part of the synchronized swimming team. She retired from the...
David Thomas Williams
Dec 17, 2023
Dave went to be with his Lord on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Covenant Harrison in Saginaw, Michigan at the age of 71. He was born on October 1, 1952 in Fairborn, Ohio to the late Hubert and Eileen (Reutter) Williams. He was a believer of the Christian faith. He enjoyed fixing things and was an avid reader. He liked...
Robert Allen Engel
Apr 18, 2024
Robert passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 81. The son of the late John and Alice (Wujek) Engel was born July 16, 1942 in Bay City, Michigan. Bob was retired from GM where he worked from 1964 to 1991. He enjoyed being a CB radio operator, playing the lottery and watching...
Carl Frederick Wagner
Apr 16, 2024
Carl Frederick Wagner passed away after a long battle with cancer at the Toni and Trish House in Auburn, Michigan on April 16, 2024, at the age of 82. Carl was born on October 10, 1941 to the late Ronald Wagner and Leona (Ryers) Wagner. He was born and raised on the family farm in Hampton Township, and lived on...
Linda Marie LaBelle
Apr 15, 2024
Our caring mother and grandmother passed away at her home on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the age of 76. The daughter of the late Jacob and Grace (Alger) Rau was born June 25, 1947 in Flint, Michigan. Linda enjoyed helping others while working with social services. She loved her fur babies, being outdoors, campfires and hiking.
Linda is survived by...
Mark Joseph Brunell
Apr 14, 2024
Mark passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at the age of 46. He was born in Warren, Michigan on November 7, 1977 to Joseph Brunell and Janet (Bollman) Sutton. At an early age Mark was involved in a car accident that resulted in him losing his left leg. Despite the challenges that it brought to...
Betty V. Mowbray
Apr 13, 2024
Betty V Mowbray, age 88, passed away peacefully April 13, 2024 due to the many health challenges one accumulates through the years. She was born December 10, 1935 in Afton, Michigan to Harold and Myrtle Van Den Bosch. Later with her parents and six siblings (Jeanette, Harold, Haroldine, Arnold, June and Thelma) she would move to the west side...
Tom E. Appold
Apr 11, 2024
Tom passed away peacefully at his residence with his family by his side on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the age of 70. He was born on April 23, 1953 in Bay City, Michigan to the late Edwin and Malinda (Eichinger) Appold. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Frankenlust and was a former Elder. He enjoyed...
Willie M. Alspach
Apr 10, 2024
Willie passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 59. The daughter of the late Don Street and Thelma Miller was born July 13, 1964 in Lapeer, Michigan. Willie enjoyed doing diamond art, going camping, being outdoors and watching birds, especially hummingbirds, woodpeckers and doves.
Willie is survived by her husband, Wayne D. Alspach...
Sandra Kay DeAvery
Apr 10, 2024
Sandra passed away peacefully on Wednesday Morning, April 10, 2024 at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care in Bay City, Michigan at the age of 77. She was born on June 7, 1946 to the late Jackson and Stephanie (Koblinski) Gallery in Saginaw, Michigan. She retired from the Bangor School System as a School Aide for many years. She enjoyed...
Carolyn Lee Sermon
Apr 9, 2024
Carolyn passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024 at the Bay County Medical Care Facility in Essexville, Michigan at the age of 82. She was born on January 22, 1942 to the late Joseph and Doris (Booth) Sermon in Bay City, Michigan. Carolyn was a member of Grace United Methodist Church and was very active in the Church...
Alfred L. Neff
Apr 9, 2024
Alfred L. Neff, “The Champ” a man of many talents and a heart full of love, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on April 9, 2024. Born in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan on June 2, 1947, Alfred led a life that touched the hearts of so many around him. Alfred was truly a jack of all trades, immersing himself in the...
James P. Clark
Apr 8, 2024
James P. Clark, peacefully passed away on April 8, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. Born on January 6, 1938, in Louisiana, James lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and unwavering commitment to those around him. During his time on this earth, James proudly served in the U.S. Navy for two years, showcasing his patriotism...
Betty L. Shook
Apr 6, 2024
Our loving mother and grandmother Betty, passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 95. The daughter of the late Eugene and Alice (Beauchler) Cygan was born February 25, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan. Betty was a devoted housewife and had a great willingness to always help anyone in need.
Betty is survived by her...
Thomas Dale Balley
Apr 6, 2024
Thomas Dale Balley of Sun City West, AZ, age 80, went home to his heavenly father, his Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Tom was born in Saginaw, Michigan on may 3, 1943 to the late Francis and Ruth Balley. Tom graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1962. He attended Palm West Community Church in...
Doris M. Carrier
Mar 27, 2024
Doris passed away at the King’s Daughters Home in Midland on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at the age of 93. The daughter of the late Hubert and Amelia (Talbot) Carrier was born August 2, 1930 in Bay City, Michigan. Doris was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish, an avid traveler and a big Detroit Tigers fan. Doris is...
Lawrence Manczak
Mar 25, 2024
Lawrence passed away on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Bellaire Senior Living at the age of 73. The son of the late Leonard and Marianne (Schadler) Manczak was born May 27, 1950 in Bay City, Michigan. Lawrence was a member of Corpus Christi Parish and was retired from G.M. Powertrain after 35 years of service. He enjoyed traveling, his cat...
Jill J. Ferrio
Mar 24, 2024
Jill “Jilly” Ferrio, 67 of Bay City, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, In Bay City with her family by her side. Jilly was born on March 5, 1957, in Bay City, Michigan to Elmer and Marion Lisius. She was known for her outgoing personality and willingness to always help others. Jilly had a fulfilling career, dedicating 10...
Rose Marie Atwood
Mar 24, 2024
Rose went home to be with Jesus and her loving husband, Earl on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Bay Shores Nursing Home at the age of 92. The daughter of the late Julius and Julia Kowalski was born December 13, 1931 in Bay City, Michigan. Rose is survived by one daughter, Debbie (Mike) Letourneau; one son Greg (Julie) Atwood; five...
