Obituaries: Sept. 2, 2026

Delbert C. “Chuck” Brown Jr., 49

Delbert C. “Chuck” Brown Jr., 49, of Almont, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026.  

He was born May 20, 1977, in Rochester.  He was the son of Delbert and Phyllis (Bruman) Brown Sr. He graduated from Almont High School and attended classes in Lansing.

He is survived by his mother, Phyllis, of Almont, and one brother, Earl Edgett, of Richmond. Also surviving are many aunts, uncles and cousins.  

He was preceded in death by his father, Delbert Brown Sr.; brothers, Glenn Edgett, Christopher Brown, Timothy Brown and infant siblings, Gerald and Rosemary.

Visitation was 10-11 a.m. Saturday August 29, 2026, followed by a Mass at 11 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church in Allenton with Fr. Mike Gawlowski, pastor officiating. Burial followed at Ferguson Cemetery in Almont.  

Arrangements were entrusted to Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Almont.

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Patricia “Pat” Marie Cutcher, 90

Patricia “Pat” Marie Cutcher of Capac passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at the age of 90.

Pat was born on September 17, 1935 in Berville, Michigan, a daughter of Remi Camelle and Cecilia Barbara (Vanlerberghe) Pype. On December 11, 1954, she married William Cutcher at St. Mary Mystical Rose Catholic Church in Armada. They shared 68 years together creating countless memories at the time of Bill’s passing in 2022. Pat worked in production for many years before retiring in 2001. 

After she retired, she worked at Penzien Farms in the greenhouses and veggie stands. In her early years, she enjoyed camping and bowling. Pat was a member of St. John the Evangelist in Allenton, a Berville Lioness for many years and a huge supporter of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. She enjoyed being outdoors, casino trips, winning on her scratch off tickets and watching the Game Show Network while eating her favorite candy bar, Snickers. Pat had the ability to make everything spotless; she could clean like no other. She always put everyone else first, especially her family. Pat loved spending time with her family and getting together for any reason. She was always worrying, but that just showed how much she cared for everyone and everything. Pat will be greatly missed by all who knew her and loved her.

Patricia is survived by her children, Scott (Kathy) Cutcher, Cheryl Cutcher, Tammy Cutcher and Lori (Darrell) Ball; grandchildren, Kelly (Derek) Stine, Erin (Justin) Whitehead, Megan Cutcher, Michael (Nicole) Jurkiewicz, Dan (Heidi) Soule, Ronnie (Brittany) Soule, Jacob (Katelyn) Soule, Shayna (Ethan) Mayer, Darcie (Anthony) Closurdo and Dayna (Joseph) Lesniak; great- grandchildren, Reis, Macie, Calvin, Claire, Dylan, Ava, Julia, Isabella, Ariana, Cecilia, Carter, Cami, Caspian, Chloe, Delilah, Griffen, Jake and one on the way; sister-in-law, Charlene Pype and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Bill; brothers, Remi (Joanne) Pype, Roger Pype and Richard (Karen) Pype; and parents.

Patricia’s visitation took place Monday, August, 31, 2026, with a 7 p.m. Rosary at Tiffany-Young & Hauss Funeral Home, Modetz Chapel, 73919 Fulton St., Armada. Funeral Mass was Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. with instate at 10 a.m. at St. Mary Mystical Rose, 24040 Armada Ridge Road, Armada. Burial was in West Berlin Cemetery, Berlin Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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Mical “Mike” Allen Powers, 72

Mical “Mike” Allen Powers, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, educator, coach, mentor, and friend, was born August 10, 1954, in Almont, Michigan, to the late Lyle Allen and Joyce Ann (Whiteman) Powers. 

He passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 72.

Throughout his life, Mike touched countless people with his vibrant personality, quick humor, love of music and sports, and, perhaps most importantly, his instinct to notice people, encourage them, and make sure they knew someone was in their corner.

Mike is survived by his wife, Janis, whom he married on August 14, 1982; his children, Torey Powers and Janaye Powers (Gary Beidleman); his cherished granddaughter, Sofia Beidleman; his brother, Patrick Powers; his sister, Kelly Powers; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Ronni Powers, and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Elizabeth Crosby.

Mike spent his early years in Imlay City before moving with his family to Brighton in 1967 when his father became principal of Brighton High School. A 1972 Brighton graduate, he attended Adrian College before transferring to Central Michigan University, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting. He later earned his teaching certificate and master’s degree from Eastern Michigan University. While working at Brighton State Bank, he met Janis, beginning a partnership that would span more than four decades.

In 1981, Mike returned to Imlay City to begin a long career as an educator — a role perfectly suited to his outgoing personality and genuine love for young people. He coached basketball, boys Little League, girls softball, volleyball, and girls golf, but his influence reached far beyond classrooms and playing fields.

Mike had a particular ability to notice the students who were struggling, overlooked, or simply needed someone to take a little more time with them. And Mike was willing to give that time. Whether through teaching, coaching, mentoring, or simply being present, he looked for the young people who needed additional support and made sure they received it.

The significance of that care became especially apparent as the years passed. Former students continued to recognize Mike long after leaving his classroom, returning years later to thank him for the role he had played in their lives. For many, he wasn’t simply a teacher they remembered. He was someone who had made them feel seen at a time when they needed it.

His students will also remember the smaller things that made him unmistakably Mike — including his love of Pepsi and the Pepsi he would give them as a special treat on their birthdays.

Of all the chapters of Mike’s life, none meant more to him than becoming a father. The greatest joys of Mike and Janis’ lives came through adoption when they welcomed their son, Torey, from South Korea in 1992 and their daughter, Janaye, from South Korea in 1994.

Mike took an active and deeply invested role in the lives of his children. Their interests became his interests, and much of his time as a father was devoted to making sure they had every opportunity to discover their talents and pursue the things they loved. He encouraged Torey’s creativity and love of music and supported Janaye as she pursued both music and athletics.

Golf became an especially meaningful part of the time Mike and Janaye shared. He devoted countless hours to helping her develop as a golfer, much of it spent together at Lum Golf Course in Attica. He later had the special opportunity to serve as an assistant coach for her team. Whether his children’s passion was athletic, musical, or creative, Mike believed in giving them the support to discover what they could do — and then helping them do it well.

Sports were woven throughout Mike’s life. A devoted University of Michigan fan, he faithfully followed his Detroit Pistons, Tigers, and Red Wings and enjoyed drafting and managing his own fantasy sports teams. Golf remained a lifelong love, but basketball brought with it a special kind of camaraderie. For approximately 20 years, Mike regularly played with the same group of friends. Those games became more than a way to stay active; they represented the competition, laughter, friendship, and community Mike valued throughout his life.

Music was equally important to him. Mike participated in choir and band, was an All-State tenor, played guitar by ear, and later shared his voice through the Lapeer County Community Choir. For many years he also worked as a DJ, providing the soundtrack for school events, former students’ weddings, and countless other celebrations. He volunteered with the Historical Society and was known for his humor, friendliness and ability to connect with nearly everyone he met.

Those who knew Mike knew that he was rarely one to fade quietly into the background.

He had a vibrant personality, an easy sense of humor and a gift for making people laugh. He loved bringing people together, whether through a classroom, a team, a song, a basketball game or simply a conversation. Mike’s life was, at its heart, one centered on people. He invested his time in them. As a teacher, he noticed the student who needed encouragement. As a coach, he helped young athletes develop. As a friend, he built relationships that lasted for decades. And as a father, he devoted himself to helping his children discover and pursue the things they loved.

Mike leaves behind far more than the record of the years he lived. He leaves behind the influence of a teacher whose students still remember him decades later, the friendships built over years on basketball courts and golf courses, music shared and enjoyed, laughter that filled rooms and children whose interests he made his own simply because they mattered to them.

His legacy lives in the countless people he encouraged, the young people he took the time to notice, and the family he spent his life loving and supporting.

There will be a memorial gathering from noon until the time of Mike’s memorial service at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Muir Brothers Funeral Home, 225 N. Main St., Imlay City, Michigan.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites those wishing to honor Mike’s memory to consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association, donorservices.alz.org in recognition of the disease that brought his life to a close, or to the GoFundMe of his beloved granddaughter, Sofia (gofund.me/0ee312c99), in honor of her courageous journey through childhood leukemia.

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Jeryl Waun, 77

Jeryl Waun, 77, of Imlay City, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Serene Gardens Assisted Living. 

He was born April 26, 1949, in Sandusky, Michigan, to the late Clifford and Berniece (Delong) Waun. Jeryl graduated from Deckerville High School in 1967. He continued his education at Central Michigan University, obtaining a Masters in teaching in 1970. 

Jeryl married the love of his life, Diana Lynn Thayer, on December 19, 1970, at the Deckerville United Methodist church, in Deckerville, Michigan. They enjoyed 55 years of marriage. Jeryl and Diana made their home in Lapeer, Michigan, where they worked and raised their family. Jeryl was employed by Lapeer Community Schools where he taught for 33 years, teaching Junior High English and Social Studies. For more than 30 years, he dedicated his life to education, touching the lives of countless students and building lasting relationships with colleagues along the way. He believed that education was about more than academics — it was about connection, encouragement, and helping others believe in themselves. 

Throughout his career, Jeryl formed friendships that extended far beyond the classroom, leaving a lasting impression on the students, coworkers, and families fortunate enough to know him. His kindness, humor, wisdom, and genuine care for others made him not only a respected educator, but also a trusted friend and mentor. The relationships he built over those many years were among his greatest accomplishments, and his influence will continue to live on in the lives of those he inspired. Family was the center of Jeryl’s life. He cherished time spent with their grandchildren, enjoyed peaceful days “up north” at Jose Lake, and found joy in traveling, reading and cooking. In retirement Jeryl was active within his church family. In retirement he and Diana embraced their years as snowbirds, wintering in Bradenton, Florida, where they made many friends and fond memories together. 

Jeryl is survived by his sons, Aaron (Amanda) Waun of Brown City and Joel Waun of Lapeer, and his beloved grandchildren, Matthew, Ella, Ava, Zachary and Ethan. He is also survived by a brother, Gary (Denise) Waun of Harbor Beach and brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Barb Thayer of Cass City. 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Diana; his parents; and mother- and father-in-law, Archie and Lillian Thayer.

The funeral was at 1 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2026, at Muir Brothers Funeral Home of Imlay City, 225 N. Main St., Imlay City, Michigan. Pastor Todd Vossen of Hale Baptist Church officiated.

Burial of his cremated remains will take place at a later date in Downing Cemetery in Deckerville, Michigan. 

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staff of Serene Gardens Assisted Living for the excellent care they provided Jeryl. 

Those wishing to make memorial contributions may direct them to the Hale Baptist Church, 372 N. Washington St., Hale, MI, 48739. Please be sure to sign our online register at muirbrothersfh.com to share your memories and condolences with the Waun family.