Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
Sandra Lee Partlo
Jan 28, 2026
A loving soul that, "lived a life well lived," has embraced the heavenly Father. Sandra Partlo age 84 years, passed away on January 28, 2026 with family by her side. Sandra was born in Bay City MI, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis and Vivian Whalen. She'll be remembered for her generous spirit that permeated everything she did. Her...
Lowell Ivan Provoast
Jan 27, 2026
Lowell Provoast passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, at Bayfield Memory Care. He was born on September 25, 1935, in Whittemore, Michigan, to the late Garfield and Edith Provoast.
On December 1, 1956, Lowell married the love of his life, Laura Chartier, at the former Visitation Church. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and the outdoors. Lowell...
Kris E. Clark
Jan 27, 2026
Kris E. Clark, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her residence on January 27, 2026, with her family by her side. Born on May 20, 1957, Kris touched the lives of many with her vibrant personality and unwavering love for her family.
Kris had a remarkable sense of humor that could light up any room. Her...
Margaret Louise Kolb
Jan 27, 2026
Margaret passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Bay Valley House in Bay City at the age of 96. She was born in Hale, Michigan on January 22, 1930 to the late Fredrick and Anna (Oehus) Wolf. She was a charter member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hale and was a longtime member of St. Johns Ev....
Brenda Ann Mahoney
Jan 22, 2026
Brenda passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at New Hope Bay in Bay City. She was born to the late Frank Griggs and Florence (Lambert) Rynarzewski on October 21, 1933 in London, England. She was deeply proud of her English heritage and, as a young child, survived the World War II bombings...
Sandra J. "Sandy" Smith
Jan 22, 2026
Sandra Jean Smith passed away on January 22, 2026. She was born on March 13, 1944 to John Wesley and Mary Jane (Fleming) Pennell in Bay City Michigan.
She married Norman Smith on June 3, 1972. She was a graduate of Bay City Central and attended cosmetology school and was active in the industry before joining Norm and managing rental apartments....
Michael H. Schmidt
Jan 21, 2026
Michael Herman Schmidt passed unexpectedly January 21, 2026 at MyMichigan Medical Center of Midland, at the age of 70, on the day of his 43rd anniversary to his forever bride and sweetheart, Cheryl (Schlatter) Schmidt. Mike is known best as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, neighbor and friend to all. Mike was born in Bay County and...
Patty J. Earley
Jan 20, 2026
Patty J. Earley, 88, of Williamsport, PA, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at UPMC Muncy Place in Muncy, PA.
Patty was born November 9, 1937, in Flint, MI, daughter of the late Taylor and Hattie (Dunaway) Wright. She was a 1956 graduate of Mt. Morris High School in MI. Patty married the love of her life, Louis Earley, on...
James L. Murphy Jr.
Jan 18, 2026
James L. Murphy Jr., a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, left this world unexpectedly on January 18, 2026, at the age of 51, in the comfort of his home. Born on November 22, 1974, in Bay City, Michigan, James lived a life filled with laughter and joy, leaving an indelible mark on everyone he met.
For many years, James dedicated...
Richard Arthur Poole
Jan 14, 2026
On October 3rd, 2025, Richard was in a serious car accident and spent weeks in NTICU. After coming home, he followed all the doctors' orders and was making a miraculous recovery. Richard passed away on January 14, 2026 at his home at the age of 63. The son of the late William and Sherry (Miller) Poole was born January 12,...
George David Gawne
Jan 14, 2026
George Gawne peacefully went to be with the Lord on January 14, 2026. He was born on January 18, 1951, to George and Helen Gawne of Vassar. He will be lovingly remembered for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and the joy he brought to those around him. George had a gift for conversation and delighted in sharing stories about his...
Edmund John "Jay" Baranek Jr.
Jan 14, 2026
Edmund Jay Baranek of Bay City, Michigan passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, at the age of 89 with his family by his side. He was born on December 15, 1936, in Bay City, Michigan son of the late Edmund John Baranek and Elaine Margaret (Lipan) Baranek. He married the love of his life Patricia Ann Wilson on November...
Buddy O. Trimble Jr.
Jan 10, 2026
Buddy passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Beaumont Hospital at the age of 61. The son of the late Orin and Grace (Hemstreet) Trimble was born February 14, 1964 in Bay City, Michigan. Buddy was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church and was retired from the Bay City Parks Department. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and serving at...
Dale J. Kiesel
Jan 10, 2026
Dale J. Kiesel, a respected member of the Bay City community, passed away on January 10, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 97. The son of the late Moritz and Edith (Belfield) Kiesel was born on July 16, 1928, in Bay City, Michigan, Dale lived a life filled with service, dedication, and passion for his community and family.
Dale’s...
Kyle Jeffery Wilson
Jan 10, 2026
Kyle passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at his home at the age of 37. Kyle was born March 4, 1988 in Bay City, Michigan and enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, fishing, dirt biking and hanging out with his niece and nephew.
Kyle is survived by his father and mother, Jeffery and Sandra Wilson; sister, Cortney (Travis) Hartman;...
David William Greene
Jan 10, 2026
David passed away peacefully at his residence on January 10, 2026 at the age of 91, surrounded by his family. He was born to the late James Claude and Helen (Wideman) Greene on June 11, 1934 in Bay City, Michigan. Dave was VP of Greene’s Gas Company for over 42 years. He very much loved the outdoors; especially hunting and...
Marilyn A. Smith
Jan 8, 2026
Marilyn A. Smith of Bay City passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the age of 91.
She is survived by her life partner of 43 years, David Tervalon; sons, Martin (Tina) Smith, (late) Brian (Jan & Marlene) Smith and Dean Smith; daughters, Joanne (Rodger) Rooney and Patricia Moore; sister-in-law, Carol Martin; 7 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and several cherished...
Arnold S. Grego
Jan 7, 2026
Arnold passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Carriage House Nursing and Rehab Center at the age of 86. He was born to the late Elmer and Irene (Krawczyk) Grego on June 23, 1939 in Bay County, Michigan. He was a proud United States Army Veteran. He retired from General Motors after many years of working in the foundry....
Linda Sue Nowak
Jan 6, 2026
Linda passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Symphony Tri-Cities at the age of 69. She was born on June 24, 1956 to Franklin and Shirley Ann (Barton) Salas in Saginaw, Michigan. She found joy in all things crafty, especially scrapbooking, treasured memories, cross-stitching, coloring and journaling. She shared a special bond...
Gordon Thomas Mueller "Gordy"
Jan 5, 2026
Gordy passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, January 5, 2026 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 86. He was born on January 12, 1939 to the late Herman and Beatrice (Lange) Mueller in Bay City, Michigan. He was a lifelong member of Faith Lutheran Church, he was very active in the Church and...
