Michael A. Engstrom

Michael A. Engstrom obituary, Vinita, OK

Michael A. Engstrom

Michael Engstrom Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Burckhalter-Highsmith Funeral and Cremation Service - Vinita on Jan. 20, 2026.
Michael Albert Engstrom, 70-year-old former Topeka resident, currently of Afton, passed away early, Monday, January 19, 2026, at the Heartsworth Nursing Center in Vinita. He was born to Gerald and Rose Engstrom on November 30, 1955. After serving his country in the United States Army, he started his own HVAC business in the Topeka area. Michael enjoyed motorcycling, going camping, fishing, and good music.
The family includes his son, Michael Engstrom of Nebraska, his daughter, Rose Sallee, and husband Chris of Afton; siblings Patrick Engstrom of Wichita, Kansas and Mary Ann Voutas of Topeka, Kansas, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Private services will be held. Friends may share condolences on his webpage www.highsmithfh.com or on the funeral home Facebook page. Arrangements are in the care of the Burckhalter-Highsmith Funeral and Cremation Services of Vinita. "Vinita's only locally family owned and operated funeral home."
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Jerry Froelich

January 29, 2026

Went to high school with Mike. What a fun guy to be around. Always thought we'd maybe cross paths in Topeka but never did. I did see Mike on the local news a couple times. Seems he became an advocate for Father's rights. Watching him I felt he must love his children very much. Exactly the way I thought Mike would be. To his family I offer my condolences and prayers for your healing. May Mike rest in peace.

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