David Duane "Turk" Layher

David Duane "Turk" Layher of Chelsea, Michigan, age 70, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor. He was born June 20, 1955, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Duane Earl and Shirley Ann (Toney) Layher.

Turk graduated from Chelsea High School in 1973. He worked at Chrysler Proving Grounds in Chelsea, and bought Smith's Towing in 1982, which he owned until 2020. Turk was a member of the Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea, the Chelsea Rod & Gun Club, and volunteered with the Chelsea Fair. He loved going up north to his cabin, hunting, fishing and enjoyed making maple syrup. Turk was stubborn and grouchy, but had a good heart.

Turk is survived by his daughters, Heidi (Chris) Traugott of Chelsea, and Kimberly (Jorge) Rosario of Chelsea; their mother, Terri Bollinger of Chelsea; brother, Jeff (Karen) Layher of Grass Lake; grandchildren, Lidia, Braylon, and Gibson; and nieces, Erin Trotter and Sarah Taylor. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held Monday, December 15, 2025, 11:00 a.m. at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Chelsea, with Pastor Daniel Pezzica officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday, December 14, at Cole Funeral Chapel in Chelsea, from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. and Monday, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the church. Burial will be Tuesday, December 16, 10:00 a.m. at Washtenong Memorial Park in Ann Arbor. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Savior Lutheran Church or a charity of your choice.