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1960
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2020
Michael Shaver Obituary
The only son to Carl and Florence (Miller) Shaver, Michael was born, a leap year baby, on Feb. 29, 1960, in Pontiac.
Michael graduated from Reed City High School in 1978.
After school, he worked for a number of years at The Short Stop. Most recently, he celebrated 10 years of service at Meijer in Big Rapids.
Michael had a love of reading, music, tennis, the Tigers, UFC, most recently walking and sports in general. His true passion in life was volleyball.
Michael not only played in his younger days, but passed that love of the game on to many players he coached. Over the years he coached at Reed City, Chippewa Hills, Pine River, Big Rapids Crossroads Charter Academy and Forest Hills Northern schools, along with several club teams. He additionally officiated with MHSAA for many schools in the area.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Shara (Jeffry) Lueneburg; sisters, Ruth Alexander and Linda Schonert; grandchildren, Keeley, Gavin and Brooklyn; nieces, Angela Alexander-Hurlburt and Jasmine Hurlburt; nephew, James Alexander II; and long-time friends, Dale Wilhelm and Jennifer Pratt.
In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by his step-father, Milton Proctor; and brother in-law, James Schonert.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at Butterworth Heart Center for their care of Michael in his final hours. Particularly, Morgan, who was with him his whole stay.
Due to COVID restrictions, services are not being held and Michael's ashes will be spread, at a later date, at some of his favorite places.
To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Michael's online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit michigancremation.com/obituaries.
Michael chose organ donation as a way of helping others in this unfortunate time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Michael Shaver, may be directed to Gift of Life Michigan at giftoflifefoundationmi.org. Beyond any financial contribution, please consider registering to become a donor.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Samantha Charania
November 11, 2020
Michael was one of the kindest men i knew. Hearing of his passing has been very hard on me. I send love and prayers to his family and other loved ones. Forever missed never forgotten
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