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Michael Shelton Link obituary, Galesburg, MI

Michael Link Obituary

Michael Shelton Link Galesburg Michael Shelton Link, 54, died Friday, November 26, 2010 at his home in Galesburg, MI. He was born May 20, 1956 in Battle Creek, MI the son of David Herbert Link and Ruth Gwendolyn (Shelton) Link. He was a 1974 graduate of Pennfield High School and was later employed for 26 years at Alro Steel Corp until retiring in 2010. He served in Battle Creek for 16 years, Dayton, OH for 6 years and Niles, MI for 4 years. Michael is survived by his parents; his wife of 32 years: Brenda Faye (Pruett) Link of Galesburg, MI; son: Brent Link of Clearwater, FL; daughter: Pamela (Link) and Michael Cooley of Galesburg, MI; grandchildren: Alexander Cooley and Natalynn Cooley of Galesburg, MI; brothers: Mark Link of Hattiesburg, MS and Paul Link of Novi, MI; and sister: Shelly Hayes of Battle Creek, MI. He formerly was an avid bowler and golfer. He was an passionate Michigan State fan and received the nickname "Sparty". He attended the Community Evangelical Free Church in Niles, MI before moving to Battle Creek in July 2010. Visitation will be held at Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 W. Dickman Road, on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 2, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service with Pastor Ralph Cates of Victory Life Church officiating. Memorial tributes may be made to ALS Assoc. Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. (269)788-9800

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Nov. 29, 2010.

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Jan Lancaster

November 23, 2020

Brenda, hard to believe it's been 10 years already. Pray you & your family are doing well. Miss seeing you, lady.

Jim & K ay Roller

December 1, 2010

Dave & Ruth, So sorry to hear about the passing of your son Mike.
You are in our prayers.
Love Jim & Kay Roller

Cathy Howard Kimball

November 30, 2010

Dear Link Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. Mike was a very nice man. I remember him well from high school. God Bless you all. He will be greatly missed.

Jan & Fred Lancaster

November 30, 2010

Brenda, our deepest sympathy to you at Mike's passing. However, we know it was actually his "Homegoing"! You continue to be in our prayers daily...

Dale and Karen Dittmer

November 30, 2010

Ruth, Dave and family, Brenda and family, and Pruett family

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief.
May your memories bring you comfort.

Glen & Lola

November 29, 2010

So sorry to hear of Mikes passing...The family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time!...Old Friend Glen Jessup & Lola Parker

Randell Miller

November 29, 2010

Paul and family, Sorry to hear about Mikes passing. God bless you and your family at this time and always.

Dave Deluhery

November 29, 2010

Brenda, Pamela, Brent and the entire Link family.

I am so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I know he had been struggling for some time now and I am sure he will be missed by everyone whom knew him and loved him. I will always cherish our time together as children growing up in Battle Creek. He was a great friend and I will miss him but I will never forget him.

David Force

November 29, 2010

To the Link family, I am sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I have not seen Mike in many years but I remember him from our bowling day's at M66.Alway's a smile and hello.Mike will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Rich Lee

November 29, 2010

So sorry for your loss. Mike was a great guy. He will be missed.

Beverly Bucklin

November 29, 2010

Dave & Ruth and family..I am so sorry to hear of your loss...Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers..Bev Bucklin & family

Christie Davis

November 29, 2010

Brenda, Pamela, Brent and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of a great husband and dad. His smile and humor will be missed by all that new him.
My heart goes out to all of you at this difficult time .

Scott VanderWall

November 29, 2010

My heart goes out to all the family and friends in Mikes life.

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