Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Kathryn "Kathy" (Kozubal) Salvati

Kathryn "Kathy" (Kozubal) Salvati

Sep 28, 2025

Kathryn “Kathy” (Kozubal) Salvati passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 surrounded by her family after a long battle with stage 4 breast cancer. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan on September 11, 1941, to Anthony and Martha Kozubal. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Bay City, Michigan and was a member of the graduating class of 1959.

As the...

Caroline Julia (Fielbrandt) Dora

Caroline Julia (Fielbrandt) Dora

Sep 27, 2025

Caroline Julia (Fielbrandt) Dora passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 at her home with her family by her side at the age of 101.The daughter of the late George and Albertina (Felske) Fielbrandt was born July 12, 1924 on her family farm in Gilford Township. Caroline was a member of Zion Lutheran Church of Beaver Township and enjoyed volunteering at...

Elsa "Jane" Huizar

Elsa "Jane" Huizar

Sep 25, 2025

Our beloved Jane went home to be with her husband and son Thursday night. Jane was born in Vassar, Michigan on October 16, 1934. Jane is a retired RN from Bay Medical Center in Bay City. She was a devoted Catholic, a doting wife, a loving mother, an amazing grandmother and great grandmother, too many. She had many hobbies, including...

William Johnson

William Johnson

Sep 25, 2025

William Johnson, born on November 15, 1957, in Midland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2025, with his family by his side. He is remembered as a Jack of all Trades, a remarkable individual capable of fixing anything that came his way.

Throughout his life, William embraced a variety of hobbies and interests that showcased his vibrant...

Norma J. Klender

Norma J. Klender

Sep 24, 2025

Norma J. Klender, passed away on September 24, 2025, at Bayfield Assisted Living. She was born on March 31, 1933, in Bay City, Michigan, and she spent her life enriching the lives of those around her through her dedication to education, passion for gardening, and vibrant family life.

Norma graduated from T.L. Handy High School and subsequently devoted her career to...

Ernie C. Highlen

Ernie C. Highlen

Sep 23, 2025

Ernie passed away Tuesday morning, September 23, 2025 at Bay City Comfort Care, at the age of 80. He was born December 21, 1944. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. Ernie retired from Grey Iron Foundry in Saginaw as a millwright. In his free time, he enjoyed going to the casino and watching golf.

Left to cherish his memories...

Leona M. Lazarowicz

Leona M. Lazarowicz

Sep 22, 2025

Leona M. Lazarowicz, born on July 20, 1931, in Elkton, Michigan, passed away peacefully at her home on September 22, 2025, with her family by her side. Throughout her 94 remarkable years, she touched the lives of many with her kindness, generosity, and spirited personality.

Leona, known for her green thumb, found joy in gardening and planting flowers, often transforming her...

Beverly Ann Reid

Beverly Ann Reid

Sep 20, 2025

Beverly Ann Reid, 89, a Iifelong resident of Bay City, passed away on September 20, 2025 at Sheffield Bay. She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Bernice (Fogelsinger) Cederstrom. Beverly grew up in a close-knit family, and graduated from T.L. Handy High School and Bay City Junior College. She later worked as a secretary at Bangor Township Schools,...

Patrick A. Hendrick "Pat"

Patrick A. Hendrick "Pat"

Sep 17, 2025

Pat passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at Bay Shores Nursing Center at the age of 58. He was born on February 1, 1967 to Patrick and Marie (Kernstock) Hendrick in Bay City, Michigan. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Frankenlust. He loved to farm, it was his passion. He worked at Wieland Truck...

Maria Teresa Hernandez

Maria Teresa Hernandez

Sep 16, 2025

Maria Teresa (Nino) Hernandez passed away on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 in the comfort of her own home at Midland Manor.

Maria is survived by her three children, George Hernandez Jr., April Hernandez and Alex (Lisa) Hernandez. She also leaves behind several grandchildren, Shannon, Zack, Joshua, Alex Jr. (Dianna), Shane and Alyssa Hernandez.

The family would like to extend a special thank...

Jerry Wesley Snable

Jerry Wesley Snable

Sep 16, 2025

Jerry Wesley Snable, age 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at Bay Shores Senior Care & Rehab Center.

Born on October 2, 1951, he was the son of the late Rudolph Sr. and Virginia (Fuhr) Snable. Jerry graduated from T.L. Handy High School in 1969 and went on to work at the Green Hut for over 30 years.

A...

Alan Dale Mueller "Big Al"

Alan Dale Mueller "Big Al"

Sep 16, 2025

Al passed away surrounded by his family at his residence on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at the age of 64. He was born on July 12, 1961 to the late Charles Muleller and Elaine (Dennis) McDonald in Bay City, Michigan. He worked at Hymmco as a fabricator for many years. He loved watching his son bowl and watching football with...

Carolyn May Buzzard

Carolyn May Buzzard

Sep 15, 2025

Carolyn passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, September 15, 2025 in Bay City at the age of 84. She was born on March 18, 1941 to the late Vern and Genevieve (Cooper) Reynolds in Gilford Township, Michigan. She loved her home, decorating, gardening and shopping with her daughters. She was such a beautiful classy lady,...

John J. "Jack" Walin

John J. "Jack" Walin

Sep 15, 2025

John J. "Jack" Walin, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025, at Bayfield Assisted Living, with his family by his side. He was born on November 8, 1931, in Westfield, Massachusetts, to George and Ethel (Beatty) Walin, who predeceased him.

Jack led a life full of adventure and laughter, known for his great sense...

Carol J. Festerling

Carol J. Festerling

Sep 14, 2025

Carol passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025 at Sheffield Bay Assisted Living at the age of 81. She was born to the late Frank and Edna (Steinke) Birkenheier on September 21, 1943 in Bay City, Michigan. She was a member of Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church and retired as a teacher with the Bay City Public Schools. She was also...

Lois E. Englehardt

Lois E. Englehardt

Sep 13, 2025

Lois passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Huron Woods Nursing home at the age of 81. The daughter of the late Edward and Margaret “Blanche” (Jacobs) Corrion was born October 12, 1943 in Bay City, Michigan. Lois was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish and taught Catechism at St. John’s for many years. She was also...

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...

Ewell Gagne

Ewell Gagne

Sep 7, 2025

Ewell passed away at McLaren Bay Region. Private Arrangement have been entrusted to Gephart Funeral Home.

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...

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