Local Obituaries for Families in Bay City Michigan
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
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
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
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...
Carolyn Kay Douglas
Aug 8, 2025
Carolyn Kay Douglas, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at New Hope Bay Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 17, 1946, in Goodrich, Michigan, Carolyn lived a life devoted to her family, her faith, and her pursuits.
She was a graduate of Harrison High School and...
William A. "Bill" Schrems
Aug 6, 2025
Bill passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the age of 65. The son of the late George and Kathryn (McPhee) Schrems was born February 28, 1960 in Saginaw, Michigan. Bill graduated from Swan Valley High School in 1978 and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, he retired from General Motors in 2024 as a...
Ernest "Ernie" C. Peltier
Aug 5, 2025
Ernest “Ernie” Charles Peltier, age 79, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was born on December 4, 1945, to Helen Binkowski and Roy Peltier, though it was his stepfather, Harold “Babe”, who truly raised and loved him as a father. Ernie was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a lifelong public servant.
Ernie was preceded in death...
Keith Bryan Johnstone
Aug 5, 2025
Keith Bryan Johnstone, born on July 1, 1962, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 5, 2025. He lived a life filled with passion for the things he loved, particularly fishing and spending quality time with his family, which brought him immense joy throughout his years.
Keith is survived by his devoted son, Brandon Johnstone. He...
Ronald J. "Ron" Christie
Aug 4, 2025
God has called our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend home. Ronald Joseph Christie, age 84, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on November 30, 1940 to the late Albert and Virginia (Nowicki) Christie. Graduated from Bay City St. James Highschool in 1958, upon graduation he proudly served his country...
Arlene Katherine Koenig
Jul 29, 2025
Arlene passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Sheffield Bay Assisted Living at the age of 88. The daughter of the late John and Olive (Hilterbrand) Donnelly was born May 6, 1937 in St. Louis, Missouri. Arlene worked for General Motors from 1955 to 1961 where she met the love of her life. Upon moving to Bay City in...
Kelly VanWert
Jul 27, 2025
Kelly passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Covenant HealthCare-Cooper surrounded by her family at the age of 65. The daughter of the late Robert and Virginia (Sutter) Adcock was born June 21, 1960 in Bay City, Michigan. Kelly and her late husband Tim, were the founders of VanWert Glass & Accessories, she loved taking care of people and...
Betty Sue Meldrum
Jul 25, 2025
Betty Sue Meldrum, born on October 31, 1942, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, at Huron Woods Nursing Home. She was surrounded by her loving caregivers at the time of her passing, a testament to the deep bonds she cultivated throughout her stay.
Betty was a dedicated nursing assistant and worked at Healthsource in Saginaw, Michigan,...
Patricia A. Puffer
Jul 23, 2025
Patricia passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center at the age of 91. The daughter of the late Albert and Velma (Baker) Smith was born August 28, 1933 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Patricia was a proud member of Grace United Methodist Church. During her life she enjoyed playing golf, archery, ice skating, camping and blue grass music,...
Nancy C. Sheehan
Jul 20, 2025
Nancy Christine Sheehan, age 78, passed away on July 20, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. She departed peacefully surrounded by loved ones.Nancy touched the lives of those around her with her strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit. Despite facing the challenges of her illness, she remained a beacon of hope and inspiration to all who knew her.
Her selflessness and...
Klaus Herbert Matthes "Herb"
Jul 19, 2025
Herb went peacefully home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the Toni and Trish House at the age of 85. He was born on August 6, 1939 to the late Herbert and Maria (Hille) Matthes in Eberswalde, Germany. At the young age of 10, he moved to Michigan with his family. After receiving...
Bradley E. "Brad "Tucker
Jul 19, 2025
Bradley E. "Brad" Tucker, born on November 2, 1987, in Bay City, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, July 19, 2025, with his wife, Stacy A. (Strieter) Tucker by his side. Their journey together began in 2005 when they met at John Glenn High School. They were then married on August 23, 2014, and in that time, they...
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
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
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
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...
