Michael D. O'Berry

Six Lakes, MI formerly of Mason, MI

Age 62, died September 1, 2015; born August 17, 1953 to James F. and Mary (Hall) O’Berry, Jr. Michael had been a resident of Mason for over 45 years, retiring to Florida. He was a proud retired pipe fitter of the UAW working at General Motors for 30 years providing for his family. He had served in the U.S. Army and enjoyed raising money for Veterans organizations. Michael had a great sense of humor, enjoyed riding motorcycles with his friends, and was a very handy “handyman”. He was preceded in death by his brother Ronnie. Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife, Marissa and her son, Markwel; daughters, “his girls”, Jaime (Andy) Ruckel, Jennifer (Karl) Valente; grandchildren, Taylor, Kaelynn, Damien, Draya, Mikey; parents, James and Mary O’Berry; brothers, Tim (Deb) O’Berry, Dennis (Laura) O’Berry; sister, Susan (Mike) Rizzo and several beloved nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 621 S. Jefferson, Mason, Michigan with the Rev. Steve Ezop officiating. The family will receive friends at visitation 1 hour prior to the service and following the service. In lieu of flowers contributions in Michael’s memory may be made to the American Legion Browne-Cavender Post #148, P.O. Box 181, Mason, MI 48854. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Mason Chapel.