Michael Bethard Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Michael Bethard of Springfield, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Michael left this world on December 26, 2025 at the age of 67, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Bethard to show support.

He was predeceased by: his stepparents, Patsy Bethard and Bob Carder. He is survived by: his parents, Donald Bethard and Beverly Carder (Anderson); his children, Sam, David Bethard of Springfield, Eli Johnson of Chicago and Krista Bethard of Springfield; his grandchildren, Jacob, Braxton Bethard of Springfield and Teriah Bethard of Quincy; his siblings, Teri Selway (Bruce) of Jacksonville and Jerry Bethard of Chatham; his great grandchildren, Z'evereyn Bethard and Z'canis Bethard; and his close friend Monique Johnson of Springfield. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.