Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Pamela Sue Campau

Pamela Sue Campau

Jul 19, 2025

Pamela Sue Campau, a beloved soul whose heart radiates with boundless love and kindness, passed away on July 19, 2025, at McLaren Flint.

Born on October 6, 1953, in Bay City, Michigan, Pamela lived a life full of service, laughter and love. She thrived by nurturing the spirits of those around her, which included her role as the Activities Director at...

Kathryn "Kathy" M. Neitzel

Kathryn "Kathy" M. Neitzel

Jul 17, 2025

Kathryn M. "Kathy " Neitzel, born on February 22, 1958, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, in her beloved hometown, after a brief illness. Kathy was a cherished individual who dedicated her professional life as serving the public at First of America, then National City and PNC Bank. She made many wonderful friends during her...

John Gary Wardynski

John Gary Wardynski

Jul 16, 2025

John G. Wardynski passed away at home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the age of 74. John was born in Bay City, on August 23, 1950, to the late Raymond and Angeline (Tomczak) Wardynski. John was the beloved husband of Jan (Dennis) for 53 years. Together they raised Erin John and Wendy (Schram, wife of Christopher) and cherished their...

Gordon D. "Gordie" Lutz

Gordon D. "Gordie" Lutz

Jul 15, 2025

Gordon D. “Gordie” Lutz, a cherished husband, father, son, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 15, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center of Midland. He was born on November 8, 1957, in Bay City, Michigan, and made a lasting impact on all who knew him.

For forty-one years, Gordie dedicated himself to his work as a Greenskeeper at Spring Valley Golf...

Lester E. Howell

Lester E. Howell

Jul 11, 2025

Lester passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center at the age of 83. The son of the late Ancel and Edith (Whitehead) Howell was born January 5, 1942 in Woodstock, IL. Lester retired from Sears in 1995 and enjoyed woodworking, gardening and classic cars.

Lester is survived by his wife of 62 years, Agaytha Howell; three children,...

Jane Marie Williams

Jane Marie Williams

Jul 11, 2025

Jane passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025 at Symphony Tri-Cities at the age of 97. The daughter of the late Edwin and Helen (Klida) Blissner was born February 29, 1928 in Bay City, Michigan. Jane was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and was a devoted mother, grandmother and family caregiver. She loved gardening, baking and making meals for...

Randall Orville Noffke

Randall Orville Noffke

Jul 10, 2025

Randall passed away unexpectedly at his residence on July 10, 2025 at the age of 70. He was born to the late Arthur and Florence (Landosky) Noffke on November 10, 1954 in Bay City, Michigan. He was a lifelong member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church. He was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, as well as a Detroit Lions fan....

Daniel R. "Ski" Gudschinsky

Daniel R. "Ski" Gudschinsky

Jul 8, 2025

The unexpected passing of Daniel “Ski” Gudschinsky, age 77, of Bay City, Michigan, on July 8, 2025, has left a profound void in the lives of his family, friends, and the veteran community he served so selflessly. Born on April 25, 1948, Ski proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Purple...

Charity Lynne Tackett

Charity Lynne Tackett

Jul 7, 2025

Charity passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025 at her home at the age of 39. She was born on September 3, 1985 in Trenton, Michigan. Charity loved music, the outdoors, boating and her dog Mac, but most of all she loved spending time with her nieces and family.

Charity is survived by her father, Jim (Wendy) Tackett; grandmother, Patricia Warner;...

Michael Linn Schofield

Michael Linn Schofield

Jul 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Linn Schofield, age 79, on July 6, 2025, following a courageous battle with sarcoma. Michael passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on August 22, 1945, Michael was the beloved husband of Sandra Miller Schofield, with whom he shared many years of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Michael...

Arthur W. Schupback III "Art"

Arthur W. Schupback III "Art"

Jul 5, 2025

Art passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 73. He was born to the late Arthur and Dolores (Jakubezak) Schupback II on January 19, 2025 in Panama City, Florida.

He proudly served in the United States Army and dedicated his life after the military to helping other military families. He was the...

Karen Ann Friebe

Karen Ann Friebe

Jul 5, 2025

Karen went peacefully to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw at the age of 84. She was born to the late Frederick and Evelyn (Buchinger) Schluckbier on May 22, 1941 in Saginaw, Michigan. She was an active member of St. Bartholomew Lutheran Church and was also a member of Ladies Aid and sang...

Ardythe Mae Biskupski "Ardy"

Ardythe Mae Biskupski "Ardy"

Jul 5, 2025

Our beloved mother, cherished grandmother, special aunt, and dear friend, Ardythe Mae Biskupski passed away peacefully Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 94. Heaven welcomed a beautiful angel. Ardy was born March 1, 1931 in Bay City to the late Arthur and Anna (Englehardt) Kesemeyer.

Ardy married Eugene (Pete) Biskupski with whom she shared 69 wonderful years of marriage....

Raymond G. Fick

Raymond G. Fick

Jun 30, 2025

Raymond G. Fick, a beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished friend, passed away on June 30, 2025, in Bay City, Michigan, at the age of 90. Born on June 12, 1935, in Bay City, Ray's vibrant spirit and deep love for his family and community left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Ray dedicated 32...

June Georgena Herter

June Georgena Herter

Jun 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we must announce the passing of our beloved Mother & Grandmother, June Herter. She passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025, just shy of her 103rd birthday. We are comforted, knowing that she is reunited with the love of her life, Phil Herter.

June was born to the late Ghent and Cecelia (Beckett) Fallon on July 1st,...

David M. "Dave' Obermiller

David M. "Dave' Obermiller

Jun 28, 2025

Dave passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at DMC University Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 60. The son of the late Larry and Kathleen (Cross) Obermiller was born December 10, 1964 in Bay City, Michigan. Dave enjoyed listening to classic rock, spending time with his dog Beau, and cherished the time spent with his family and friends.

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Bonnie Marie Thompson

Bonnie Marie Thompson

Jun 28, 2025

Bonnie was born on April 28, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, to George and Mary Thompson. As a young child, she moved with her family to Westminster, California, where she grew up surrounded by sunshine and family. Her life was a winding path, filled with joys, trials, and meaningful moments that shaped her into the woman so many came to love....

Rachelle M. Hahn

Rachelle M. Hahn

Jun 28, 2025

Rachelle M. Hahn, a remarkable soul whose kindness and warmth touched the lives of many, departed this world on June 28, 2025, at Bay Shores Nursing Center, with her loved ones by her side. She was born in Bay City, Michigan, on May 27, 1949, and spent her life spreading joy and compassion to those around her.

For over twenty-five years,...

Norman L. Fisher

Norman L. Fisher

Jun 25, 2025

“Norm” was born September 4, 1938, in Coldwater, MI, and died June 25, 2025, in Saginaw, MI, following a short illness. The son of Charles and Estelle (Clinefelter) Fisher, Norm was raised in Coldwater. He graduated from Coldwater High School in 1956 and attended Western Michigan University prior to being employed by the former Federal-Mogul Corporation for 35 years, retiring...

Leona M. Scharich

Leona M. Scharich

Jun 22, 2025

Leona M. Scharich, age 95, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning, June 22, 2025, at Sheffield Bay Assisted Living in Bay City.



Leona was born on November 25, 1929, in Akron, Michigan, the youngest of 12 children born to the late Rosina (Weingert) and David Wagner. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold Scharich, in August 2007, as...

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