He was born on November 24, 1981 in Peoria to David and Beth (Wolf) Halsted.
Surviving are his mother, Beth Halsted of Pekin; three children, Devan Michael Halsted, Samantha Irene Halsted and Sydney Beth Halsted of Mason City; two brothers, Joseph Halsted of St. Charles, Missouri and Shane Halsted of Pekin and his girlfriend, Patricia Boggs of Peoria.
He is preceded in death by his father, David Halsted.
Michael worked as a self-employed roofer.
An avid Chicago Bears fan, Michael enjoyed playing disc golf, listening to music, going to concerts and comedy. He loved to make people laugh and could do so with ease. Above all, Michael loved his children.
He attended Faith Baptist Church in Pekin.
Cremation has been accorded by Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin. There will be no services.
Memorial contributions may be given to the family to help offset funeral costs.
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