Jacquelyn M. "Jackie" Michels
Jacquelyn M. "Jackie" Michels
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Predeceased by her parents, Lawrence and Mary Helfer; and her in-laws, Joseph and Dorothy Michels.
She is survived by her husband of 59 ½ years, David; their children: David L. (Laurel) Michels, Kent A.J. (Christin) Michels, and Christine J. (Michael) McClain; grandchildren: Taylor, David, and Jessica, Joshua, Jeremy, and Emma, Michel, Connor, and Victoria; great-grandchild, Benny; siblings, Janice L. (Richard) Stephany, Lawrence F. (Regina) Helfer, Paul D. (Paige) Helfer, and Kenneth F. (LeAnn) Helfer; as well as many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Jackie spent her life lovingly caring for her family. She worked for many years offering home elder care. She was a terrific wife, mom and grandma and will be deeply missed.
The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the Sec. 6 East, 6th floor team and the Palliative team of Highland Hospital for their compassionate work.
Friends and family are invited to call from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, at Miller Funeral and Cremation Services at 3325 Winton Road South, with a 1:30 PM Funeral Service in the chapel of Ascension Garden Cemetery, all to take place Thursday, March 12, 2026. Interment to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to Golisano Children's Hospital Click HERE to Donate or to St. Jude Children's Hospital Click HERE to Donate
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