Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan

Robert L. Toyzan

Robert L. Toyzan

Mar 13, 2017

Mr. Robert L. Toyzan, of Bay City, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 13, 2017, age 64. The son of the late Gordon and Angeline (Migut) Toyzan, he was born on July 1, 1952 in Bay City. Bob has been the owner of Toyzan Tree Service for several years. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and...

Mildred Marguerite "Millie" Ferrio

Mildred Marguerite "Millie" Ferrio

Mar 11, 2017

Millie passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 11, at Auburn Fields Assisted Living at 93 years of age. Daughter of the late Henry and Margaret (Weiss) Feinauer, Millie was born on December 1, 1923 in Bay City. She was a member of St. Bartholomew Evangelical Lutheran Church of Kawkawlin and a member of the Ladies' Aid and, previously, a member...

Eleanor K. Gray

Eleanor K. Gray

Mar 9, 2017

Gray, Eleanor K. Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Eleanor K. Gray, of Bay City, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 9, 2017 at The Carriage House of Bay City, age 86. The daughter of the late John and Mary (Hamann) Wegener was born July 31, 1930 in Auburn, Michigan. Eleanor was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and enjoyed spending time with...

Carolyn J. Smith

Carolyn J. Smith

Mar 9, 2017

Mrs. Smith passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2017 at McLaren Bay Region. Age 76 years. The daughter of the late Joseph and Freida (Herman) Snable Jr. was born October 11, 1940 in Bay City, Michigan. She was a member of Kawkawlin Community Church. Carolyn spent her younger working years, working with her beloved show horses; all three of her...

Jack W. Kussro

Jack W. Kussro

Mar 8, 2017

Kussro, Jack W. Okemos, Michigan Mr. Kussro passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at Sparrow Hospital. Age 80 years. The son of the late Edward and Ida (Graf) Kussro was born November 9, 1936 in Bay City, Michigan. He graduated from T.L. Handy High School, Electronic Institute of Detroit and Delta College. Mr. Kussro worked for Dow Corning, Central...

Maureen A. Sheehan

Maureen A. Sheehan

Mar 7, 2017

Sheehan, Maureen A. Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Sheehan passed away on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at McLaren Bay Region. Age 63 years. The daughter of the late Ignatious and Bertha (Castillo) Krzyzaniak was born April 6, 1953 in Bay City, Michigan. She loved spending time with her children, walking her dog Nakita and traveling. Mrs. Sheehan is survived by her...

Elnore M. Campbell Dickenson

Elnore M. Campbell Dickenson

Mar 6, 2017

Dickenson, Elnore M. Campbell Bay City, Michigan Mrs. Dickenson passed away on March 6, 2017 at the age of 87. The daughter of the late Matthew Reichard and Clara (Weber) Reichard was born November 27, 1929 in Lincoln Park, Michigan. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Frankenlust. Mrs. Dickenson retired from JC Penney. She enjoyed bowling,...

Ricky L. Kuch, Sr.

Ricky L. Kuch, Sr.

Mar 1, 2017

Kuch, Ricky L. Sr. Bay City, Michigan Mr. Kuch passed away early Wednesday morning, March 1, 2017. Age 68 years. At the request of Mr. Kuch cremation has taken place and there will be no services at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. www.gephartfuneralhome.com

Richard J. Case

Richard J. Case

Feb 28, 2017

Mr. Richard J. Case, of Bay City, passed away peacefully with his children by his side after courageously battling a lengthy illness on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Independence Village in Midland, age 86. The son of the late Guy and Harriet (Axel) Case, he was born on February 6, 1931 in Saginaw. Dick graduated from Arthur Hill High School....

Ruth E. Kuhnke

Ruth E. Kuhnke

Feb 28, 2017

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Aunt Ruth. She was a feisty, energetic, loving, caring aunt, sister, and friend. She traveled the world and took my mom, Margaret, with her. She made many friends while working at the bank. They lasted forever, and were from many different countries. She took great care of my mom...

Shirley B. Piotrowski

Shirley B. Piotrowski

Feb 26, 2017

Shirley B. Piotrowski, of Bay City, was greeted in Heaven by her beloved son, Donald W. Piotrowski, on Sunday, February 26, 2017 at McLaren Bay Region, age 90. The daughter of the late Albert and Beatrice Roese, she was born on March 7, 1926 in Bay City. Shirley was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish. She enjoyed word-search,...

Heidi Lynn Neumann

Heidi Lynn Neumann

Feb 25, 2017

Neumann, Heidi Lynn Bay City, Michigan Heidi Lynn Neumann, August 27, 1964 - February 25, 2017. Heidi entered eternal life in the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, February 25, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Because she knew she was saved by the resurrection of her Lord Jesus Christ, Heidi did not fear death. Heidi was born on August 27,...

Franklin P. Ashworth

Franklin P. Ashworth

Feb 24, 2017

Mr. Franklin P. Ashworth, of Bay City, passed away early Friday morning, February 24, 2017 at McLaren Bay Special Care, age 75. The son of the late Franklin and Helen (Laing) Ashworth, he was born January 24, 1942 in Bay City. Franklin was retired from the U.S. Air Force. Franklin is survived by a daughter, Ann Marie Allgeier of Delaware;...

Gwendolyn D. Commire

Gwendolyn D. Commire

Feb 23, 2017

Mrs. Commire passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Bay Shores Nursing Care Center. Age 80 years. The daughter of the late Gould and Naomi (Isaman) Pinney was born September 14, 1936 in Petoskey, Michigan. Mrs. Commire was a member of Community of Christ Church Bay City, enjoyed playing Bingo and spending time at the Riverside Senior Center. Mrs....

Douglas J. Luczak

Douglas J. Luczak

Feb 22, 2017

Douglas J. "Doug" Luczak Bay City, Michigan Doug passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at the family cottage in Gladwin, MI. Age 54 years. Doug was born January 26, 1963 in Bay City and has been a lifelong resident. He was a member of Corpus Christi Parish-Holy Trinity Church. He graduated in 1981 from T.L. Handy High School and...

Nelly Alice Scherzer

Nelly Alice Scherzer

Feb 21, 2017

Nelly Alice (Rechsteiner) Scherzer Bay City, Michigan Nelly passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Close to Home Assisted Living. The daughter of the late Arnold and Ella (Lang) Rechsteiner was born December 12, 1927 in Kawkawlin, Michigan. She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church and the Ladies Guild. She enjoyed bowling, golf, gardening, knitting and sewing. She was...

Nancy L. Powrozek

Nancy L. Powrozek

Feb 20, 2017

Mrs. Powrozek passed away on Monday, February 20, 2017 at Covenant HealthCare - Cooper. Age 77 years. The daughter of the late Lawrence E. and Ann V. (Lockwood) Gillis Sr. was born September 5, 1939 in Bay City, Michigan. Mrs. Powrozek was a member of St. Francis de Sales Parish in Bridgeport, Michigan. She was also a member of Beta...

Geraldine C. Schlink

Geraldine C. Schlink

Feb 19, 2017

Mrs. Schlink passed away Sunday, February 19, 2017 at Huron Woods Nursing Home. Age 93 years. The daughter of the late Joseph and Oleva (Reinhardt) DeShano was born June 13, 1923 in Beaver Township, Bay County, Michigan and has resided in Bay County all of her life. She was a member of Corpus Christi Parish and the Daughters of Isabella...

Joann L. Elder

Joann L. Elder

Feb 16, 2017

Mrs. Joann L. Elder, of Bay City, passed away early Thursday morning, February 16, 2017 at McLaren Bay Region, age 80. The daughter of the late Glenn and Garnetta (Trombley) Kendall, she was born on April 30, 1936 in Essexville. Joann was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was an avid Detroit Tigers...

Roger A. Bales

Roger A. Bales

Feb 16, 2017

Mr. Roger A. Bales, of Bay City, passed away early Thursday morning, February 16, 2017 at Close To Home Assisted Living, age 82. The son of the late James and Josephine (Estes) Bales, he was born on November 5, 1934 in Medeira, Ohio. Roger retired as a Staff Sergeant with the U.S. Air Force, serving two tours in Vietnam. He...

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