Michael Raymond Barrett

Faithful servant to Jesus, Michael Raymond Barrett, went home to be with his Lord on May 2,2026 surrounded by his loving family after a lengthy battle with Agent Orange exposure during his military service. Michael "Mike" was born to Helen Margaret Truman and Raymond Charles Barrett in Howell, Michigan.

Among his proud accomplishments was his military career where he served in the US Army 5th Air Cavalry Black Knights, receiving distinguished medals for his bravery and service. After being discharged from the military, he worked as a truck driver in road construction and was a long time member of Teamster local 580.

On December 17, 1979 he married the love of his life, Mary Gamber, and began a 47 year adventure. Together as loving life partners they build a family, and created a home where everyone was welcome. Webberville Mi was his lifelong home, and he never knew a stranger. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, watching his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers and Tiger Baseball, gardening, assembling model kits of automobiles, and helicopters. While he is described as warm, kind, generous, humorous, courageous, engaging, curious, loving, and loyal, his greatest purpose and source of joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, putting family above all other priorities.

He was preceded in death by his parents, with his beloved mother, Helen, leaving this world in February 2026. He was also preceded in death by his special nephew, Charlie Barrett, in March 2018. Michael will be missed by all who knew him, as he was the foundation of his family. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Mary and his children-Jason (Rebecca) Barrett of Williamston; Brad (Kerri) Barrett of Webberville. He is also survived by grandchildren Paris (Colton) Hanysak of Perry, Ashleigh Barrett of Williamston, Shayla Barrett of Williamston; Kalob Kuhling of Webberville, Michaela Barrett of Webberville; great grandchild Palmer Hanysak of Perry. Additionally, he is survived by his brothers Chuck (Joy) Barrett of Harrison, Robert Barrett of Leslie, Pat (Karen) Barrett of Brethren, and Ed (Sherry) Barrett of Fowier. Many nieces and nephews will grieve his loss as well He cherished the love and support of special cousins, John Wing and Dayna Truman.

Michael was a member of both Salem Grove United Methodist Church and Waterloo Village United Methodist Church, where he professed his love of Jesus. He will be missed by his church families, whom he loved and treasured.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Gorsline Runciman Williamston location. Visitation will be Friday, May 8th at 10:00 am at the funeral home with funeral service following at 11:00 am. A luncheon will occur immediately following the service at Webberville United Methodist Church in Webberville, Michigan. Those wishing to make charitable donations are encouraged to make a monetary gift to Paralyzed Vets of America at the link below:

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