Lawrence Ray Michels Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Lawrence Ray Michels of Ellery, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Lawrence left this world on August 24, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lawrence Ray Michels to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Lawrence had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Lawrence may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Vernon Michels and Genevieve Michels (Cowling); and his sister Lurene Connor. He is survived by: his wife Patricia "Patsy" Bunting; his sons, Gerald Michels (Michele), Rodney Michels (Denise) and Marcus Michels; his grandchildren, Dalton, Hayli, Faith and Noah; and his sister Debera Kleinschmidt.
