Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Kenneth M. Commire

Kenneth M. Commire

Sep 10, 2025

Kenneth M. Commire, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at his home. Born on December 31, 1945, in Bay City, Michigan, Kenneth dedicated a remarkable 49 years of his life to working as a foreman at Michigan Sugar, where he became well-respected among his peers for his hard work and commitment.

Throughout his...

Richard "Rick" F. Brzezinski

Richard "Rick" F. Brzezinski

Sep 1, 2025

Richard F. Brzezinski, affectionately known as Rick, passed away on September 1, 2025 in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born in Bay City, Michigan, on August 26, 1955. A devoted family man and beloved community member, Rick lived a life characterized by his commitment to public service and his deep care for those around him.

Rick retired in 2019, after many years...

Doris June Marcet

Doris June Marcet

Sep 1, 2025

Doris passed away peacefully with her family by her side on September 1, 2025 at Brian’s House in Essexville, Michigan at the age of 80. She was born to the late Elmer and Stella (Powlowski) Knoellinger on July 20, 1945 in Bay City, Michigan. She was a lifelong member of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church. Doris enjoyed going to the drag...

Marcia M. McPhee

Marcia M. McPhee

Aug 29, 2025

Marcia M. McPhee, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, in Sheffield Bay, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 20, 1939, in Jackson, Michigan, Marcia lived a life filled with kindness, warmth, and humor, qualities that endeared her to all who knew her.

For many years, Marcia dedicated herself to her...

Norine Kay Fritz

Norine Kay Fritz

Aug 25, 2025

Norine Fritz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, of Essexville, Michigan passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on Monday, August 25th, 2025, at the age of 81.

She was born on March 18, 1944 to late Marvin and Betty (Williams) Walraven in Bay City, MI, Norine graduated high school and begin working at Bay County Medical...

Maria T. Gentle

Maria T. Gentle

Aug 21, 2025

Maria T. Gentle passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, at Toni & Trish House, surrounded by the warmth of her family. Born on October 7, 1945, in New Braunfels, Texas, Maria lived a life rich in love and connections, leaving behind a legacy of friendships and cherished memories.

Known for her remarkable ability to connect with people, Maria had a...

William P. Younkman

William P. Younkman

Aug 19, 2025

William (Bill) Patrick Younkman, 52, passed away at his home in Bay City, MI, on August 19th, 2025. He was born in Marshall, MI, on August 29th, 1972, to Eileen Elizabeth Stout and Timothy J. Younkman.

He was preceded in death by both his mother and father. He is survived by his brother, Lee Younkman; sisters, Laicy Lansdale, Cathy Younkman, and...

Donald R. Wynn

Donald R. Wynn

Aug 19, 2025

Loving father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Donald Rex Wynn, age 90, passed away following a brief illness at McLaren Bay Region Hospital on August 19, 2025. He was born on March 7, 1935, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late Rector and Irene (Coss) Wynn. Don was united in marriage to the late Sharlene (Girard) Wynn on September 2, 1958.

Don proudly...

Todd L. Tipmore

Todd L. Tipmore

Aug 19, 2025

Todd L. Tipmore, born on October 28, 1963, in Rossville, Indiana, passed away on August 19, 2025, at Riversbend Rehabilitation Center, surrounded by his beloved family. Todd lived a life characterized by joy, laughter, and an infectious sense of humor that touched all who knew him.

Throughout his years, Todd found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had an...

Gloria Ann Halstead

Gloria Ann Halstead

Aug 18, 2025

Gloria passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 70. Gloria was born April 12, 1955 in Bay City, Michigan. She earned her associates degree in criminal justice and loved baking, cooking, where she was always feeding and helping people in her complex. Gloria also enjoyed shopping, old movies and was an advocate...

Robert "Bob" Alexander Heinz

Robert "Bob" Alexander Heinz

Aug 18, 2025

Bob passed away at his home on Monday, August 18, 2025 with his family by his side at the age of 94. The son of the late Adam and Jane (MacGregor) Heinz was born April 22, 1931 in Bay City, Michigan. Bob was a long-time member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, served in the US Marine Corps during the...

Harry John Bartreau

Harry John Bartreau

Aug 17, 2025

Harry John Bartreau, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on August 17, 2025, at the Hampton Nursing and Rehab Center, with his family by his side. Born on May 30, 1953, in Bay City, Michigan, Harry was a man known for his great sense of humor and his unwavering willingness to help others. He had an infectious spirit...

Samuel J. Hacker Jr.

Samuel J. Hacker Jr.

Aug 16, 2025

Samuel J. Hacker Jr. fell asleep in Jesus on August 16th, 2025 at 87 years and now is at rest from his earthly labor.

Sam was born on February 3, 1938 at the Francis Farm in Kawkawlin to Samuel and Lydia (Herbolsheimer-Fisher), the second of four children. He attended St. Bartholomew Lutheran School upon its opening, and was 1957 graduate of...

John S. Guettler

John S. Guettler

Aug 16, 2025

John S. Guettler, 96, of Bay City, went to be with his Savior while sleeping peacefully at his home. He passed, following a brief illness, on Saturday morning, August 16, surrounded by family.

John was born on January 7, 1929, to the late Robert and Caroline (Reichard) Guettler in Freeland, Michigan, and raised in Bay City. He attended St. John's Lutheran...

Doris A. Appold

Doris A. Appold

Aug 13, 2025

Doris Appold, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, of Bay City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 at the age of 95. 

A lifelong resident of Bay City, she was born on June 13th, 1930 to Walter and Vera (née Reichard) Hoerauf. Doris married Gerald Appold on September 18th, 1954 and raised four children. 

She was an...

Simon Bernard Reese Jr.

Simon Bernard Reese Jr.

Aug 13, 2025

Simon passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Fairgrove on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at the age of 80. He was born to the late Simon and Irene (Yax) Reese Jr. on April 27, 1945 in Bay City, Michigan. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran and received a Purple Heart Medal. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Simon...

Patsy L. Thibo

Patsy L. Thibo

Aug 10, 2025

Patsy passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Auburn Heights Senior Care at the age of 92. The daughter of the late Richard and Blanche (McReynolds) Parker was born October 14, 1932. Patsy enjoyed U of M Football, traveling to Disney, baking, chocolate and hosting Christmas eve parties.

Patsy is survived by her six children, Mike (Candie) Thibo, Randy Thibo,...

Aaron J. Martens

Aaron J. Martens

Aug 8, 2025

Aaron passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 43. Aaron was born August 13, 1981 in Petoskey, Michigan. he was a wonderful Musician, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with his children, family and friends.

Aaron is survived by two children, Amity Dawn...

Edwin "Dick" R. Ellison

Edwin "Dick" R. Ellison

Aug 8, 2025

Our loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 8, 2025 at the age of 90 years. He was born June 25, 1935 in Bay County where he resided all of his life. On June 30, 1956 he married his seventh-grade sweetheart Joyce Rosekrans, who proceeded him. Dick was a woodworking Craftsman. He started his apprenticeship at Kawkawlin...

Calvin "Jim" J. Kube

Calvin "Jim" J. Kube

Aug 8, 2025

After 101 years of life on this earth, Calvin “Jim” Kube went to his heavenly home on August 8, 2025. He was born at home in Lake George, Michigan on August 5, 1924 to parents, Arthur and Cecil (Lockwood) Kube. He graduated from Farwell High School in 1943 and joined the U.S. Army, serving in the Pacific Division of WWII...

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