He was born May 8, 1950, in Coshocton, OH, the son of Michael and Wilma (Bordenkircher) Pachuta.
He graduated from Coshocton High School and was a registered nurse. Michael was a veteran of the United States Air Force.
He is survived by his sisters, Irene Bryan of Coshocton, Mary Petretich of Cleveland, Linda Horn of Columbus, Marsha Uphoff of MO, and Lisa Balfour of WV; and friend, Curtis Robinson.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, September 4, 2026 at South Lawn Cemetery with Father Sunder Ery officiating.
Given-Dawson-Paisley Funeral Home is serving the family.