Robert M. Paluszak II (Mike) (Bullwinkle)

Robert M. Paluszak II (Mike) (Bullwinkle) Essexville, Michigan Mike passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 25, 2016 at his residence. Age 68. The son of the late Robert M. and Ardell (Hartson) Paluszak I was born September 15, 1947 in Bay City, MI. Mike retired from GM Powertrain Bay City-Plant and was a member of U.A.W. Local #362. Mike volunteered at McLaren Bay Region, he enjoyed singing, his dogs, fishing, gardening, camping, telling jokes, comedy and enjoyed doing impressions of Rodney Dangerfield. He was a member of the V.F.W., D.A.V. and American Legion. Mike proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam Conflict. Left to cherish his memories is his children, Brandon Paluszak; Jason (Chyan) Paluszak; Randall (Anna) Paluszak; Misty (Jim) Turbin; Amanda Wolf and Dustin Turbin; his grandchildren, Cierra; Sienna; Quobi; Trinaty; Braylon; Kylyn; Alana; Seth; Sage; Addison; Fiona; Connor; Evelyn; Stella; Caily; Jaiden; Kilynn and Sadie; one greatgrandchild, Braxton; two sisters, Linda (Steven) Burke and Patricia (Richard) Solem; many nieces, nephews and friends. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his life partner, Linda Leck and one grandson, Bryant Rock. At the request of Mike cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will take place Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Officiating will be Rev. Joseph Atchinson followed by Military Honors conducted by the Bay County Veterans Council and the U.S. Air Force. The family will be present at the funeral home on Wednesday to receive family and friends from 11:00 A.M. until the time of services. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider donations to the Aleda E. Lutz V.A. Medical Center in Saginaw or the Bay County Humane Society.