Thomas Bruce Michel's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2025 in Oreana, Illinois

Thomas Bruce Michel

April 1, 1938 - December 5, 2025 (87 years old)

Oreana, Illinois

Thomas Bruce Michel's obituary , Passed away on December 5, 2025 in Oreana, Illinois

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Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery

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Thomas Bruce Michel

April 1, 1938 - December 5, 2025 (87 years old)

Oreana, Illinois

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The memory of Thomas Bruce Michel of Oreana, Illinois, who passed away on December 5, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Bruce Michel to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Michel and Rose Michel (Platzbecker); and his sisters, Barbara, Rosie, Punky and Joanne.

He is survived by: his wife Marsha Michel; his brother William Michel; his stepchildren, Shaela Schmidt (Brad), Daniel Park (Sam Phebus), Lynette Staley (Noble) and Michelle Kapper (John); his daughters, Lori Pate, Rona Garriott (Stan) and Toni Michel; his grandchildren, Lauren, Lorielle, Lawrence and Levai; and his great grandchildren, Kayla, Kendrick and Ellie.

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project or Paralyzed Veterans.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Graceland-Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cemetery



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