Larry Lee Michel

Larry Lee Michel, age 84, passed away at Prairie Senior in Colby, KS, May 21, 2024. He was born on April 1, 1940, in LaCrosse, KS.
Larry married Donna Schuler, in Ness City, KS, on August 3, 1958. To that union they had two daughters, Genelda and Lora. He was a lifelong mechanic. He will be remembered for his love for John Deere and that he could fix anything.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Fern Michel, daughter Lora Alexander, and brother Dennis Michel.
As you can see by his birthdate, April Fool's Day, he was ornery. He had a great smile and infectious laugh. He really loved his time living in Wisconsin, also known as "God's country," to him. While living there he worked for Cifaldi Ford. He kept up to date on all his schooling by going to the Twin Cities for classes. The grandsons would come visit in the summer and he would get a kick out of their antics and sometimes join them. His grandsons enjoyed fishing with him in the evenings.
Larry is survived by his wife of 65 years, Donna of Brewster, KS; daughter Genelda Michel of Ness City, KS; two grandsons and seven great-grandchildren.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to the Larry Michel Memorial Fund for the furthering of his great grandkids' education, sent in care of Baalman Mortuary PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com