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Michael Knisel Obituary
Mike grew up and spent the first 58 years of his life in Ogden Township, first as a farmer and then as the owner of The Un-Cable, a satellite dish company. He was devoted to Sharon, his wife of 36 years. They spent the last 12 years enjoying retirement Florida. In his later years, Mike became a dedicated woodworker.
He loved playing softball, playing competitively until turning 50. He loved spending time with his kids and playing with his grandkids.
Mike is survived by his wife, Sharon of Hernando Beach, Fla.; two daughters, Kandy (David) Houser of Glenview, Ill., and Tammy Knisel of Addison, Mich.; two sisters, Pat (Norm) Hinshaw of Temperance, Mich., and Karen (Lynn) Koester of Riga, Mich.; seven grandchildren, Chelsea and Andrew Billington, Abbi Bjorling, Will, Elizabeth, Gretchen and Lucas Houser; and one great-granddaughter, Lillyanna Rouster. He was preceded in death by his parents Clyde and Lehra Knisel.
Private services were held and burial has taken place at Ogden Zion Cemetery.
Donations can be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 6193 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, FL, 34606. Arrangements were entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home, Tagsold Chapel where online condolences and memories may be shared at WagleyFuneralHomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Knisel
Sponsored by Wagley Funeral Home-Tagsold Chapel.
David Bowles
April 20, 2020
When I would see Mike there was always a smile and of course a story.
sandy miller
May 12, 2016
so very sorry to hear of mikes passing.sending prayers and hugs.sandy miller.
May 6, 2016
So sorry to hear of Mike's passing, My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family. He was my mentor, a great teacher, and a great friend. He will be in our thoughts, and in the thoughts of most of my customers.
Tom Rowe
The UnCable
David Bowles
May 2, 2016
Sharon;
Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I always enjoyed cutting his hair and talking about work ,township ,friends and mostly grand kids. We would have many laughs and of course 'serious' talks about city things. Great guy and will be missed.
Shonnie Brinkman
May 2, 2016
Tammy and Family,
Our hearts go out to you all. God's Peace and comfort during this time.
Deanna Goddyn
May 2, 2016
Our Prayers are with you, Sharon,Kandy and Tammy.
Mike and Deanna Goddyn
Deanna Goddyn
May 2, 2016
To a Wonderful Man, you will be greatly missed.
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