Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

JoAnn Catherine McPeak

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

Marilyn T. Hamilton

Marilyn T. Hamilton

Aug 3, 2026

Marilyn Hamilton passed away peacefully August 3, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Marilyn was born July 17, 1938 in Bay City to Norbert and Rosanna Petrimoulx. She was pre-deceased by her parents and her brothers Leo and Larry, and survived by siblings Kay (Berry), Pat (Tahy), Ray, Jim, and Guin.

On August 5, 1961, Marilyn married the love of her life,...

Roy E. Schram

Roy E. Schram

Aug 2, 2026

Roy Edward Schram Sr. passed away surrounded by family August 2, 2026 at Toni and Trish House.

Roy was born on June 28, 1940 in New York to the late William and Elizabeth Schram.

He was married to his best friend, Suzanne Schram, for 63 years. Together, they raised four children: Robbin (Mary Jo), Roy Jr., Heather (Michelle), and Christopher (Wendy).

He cherished...

Bruce R. Linda

Bruce R. Linda

Aug 2, 2026

Bruce Raymond Linda, age 68, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026 after a brief but devastating illness. Bruce was born on April 10, 1958 to Raymond and Kathleen Linda. He grew up in Crump, Michigan and it has always held a special place in his heart. Bruce was a master electrician for Macy’s for 43 years, which he was...

Frank William Tribfelner

Frank William Tribfelner

Jul 31, 2026

Frank passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the Willows of Bay City at the age of 90. He was born to the late Frank W. and Helen (Fisher) Tribfelner on August 27, 1935 in Bay City. He was a longtime member of North Euclid Church of God and was a proud United States Army Veteran. He graduated...

Shaun William Boucher

Shaun William Boucher

Jul 29, 2026

Shaun Boucher, age 48, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was born on September 16, 1977, in Bay City, Michigan.

Shaun was a kind and loving man who was cherished by his family and friends, had a keen sense of humor and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He enjoyed playing video games and taking...

William August Hoffman Jr.

William August Hoffman Jr.

Jul 29, 2026

William passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at Toni and Trish House, with his loving family by his side, at the age of 89. He was born on May 25, 1937, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late William Sr. and Florence Hoffman.

A 1955 graduate of T.L. Handy High School, William proudly answered the call to serve his country...

Daniel "Dan" P. McCarthy

Daniel "Dan" P. McCarthy

Jul 29, 2026

Daniel McCarthy passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the age of 91.

Born on February 12, 1935, in Bay City, Michigan, Dan was the son of the late William E. "Chip" and Mary (Brophy) McCarthy. A lifelong resident of Bay City, he dedicated his life to his family, his faith,...

Susan Kay Marshall

Susan Kay Marshall

Jul 28, 2026

Susan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Carriage House, with her loving family by her side, at the age of 74.

Born on November 9, 1951, in Bay City, Michigan, Susan was the daughter of the late Wilmar and Elsie (Behmlander) Schwab. She graduated from T.L. Handy High School with the Class of 1969. A lifelong member of...

Dale Newton Stevens

Dale Newton Stevens

Jul 28, 2026

Dale passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Bay City Comfort Care at the age of 77. He was born to the late Newton and Helen (Weiss) Stevens on January 31, 1949 in Bay City. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church for many years. He attended St. Paul Lutheran School...

Francis Edmund Bessette

Francis Edmund Bessette

Jul 26, 2026

Francis Bessette, age 91, passed away peacefully at his home on July 26, 2026.

Born on January 21, 1935, in Hartford, Connecticut, Francis went on to proudly serve his country as a veteran in the United States Army. Following his military service, he settled in Michigan, where he spent many dedicated years working at Bay City Chevrolet until his retirement.

Francis was...

Mary Theresa LaForest

Mary Theresa LaForest

Jul 23, 2026

Mary Theresa LaForest, 75, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2026, in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She was born on October 26, 1950, in Bay City, Michigan, to the late Raymond Donald LaForest and Pauline Edna (Wood) LaForest.

Theresa was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was the time she spent with her family. She...

Cecelia A. Wilson

Cecelia A. Wilson

Jul 23, 2026

Ceil passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region, at the age of 76. The daughter of the late Eugene E. and Lucille H. (Michalak) Jozwiak was born July 6, 1950 in Bay City and has been a lifelong resident. Ceil was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish-St. Mary’s Church. Ceil retired from Bangor Township...

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