Michael Gasper

Michael Gasper, 76 years of age, passed away on February 14, 2026, to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ while at home with his wife, Darlene.

Michael was born in Jackson, Mississippi, to the late Steve and Irene Gasper. He was one of six children. Michael was proceeded in death by one sister Julia "Sis" Rickel and is survived by his sisters Stephanie "Stevie" Gasper-Ohsowski and Beverly Ruff and one brother Gregory Gasper.

Mike married Darlene Canup in 1969, and two sons were born from this union, Christopher and Steven. Mike and Darlene raised their sons in Garden City, Michigan. Mike was a proud member of the UAW Local 600 and worked as a transportation semi-driver for Ford Motor Company for 35 years. After retiring in 2000, Mike and Darlene moved north to Leroy, Michigan.

Mike gave his life to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, when he and Darlene joined the Harvest Worship Center Church in Cadillac. He loved working in his church and with his Pastor Mike Green and Cathy, Mike's wife. Mike cherished praising the Lord and always enjoyed talking and helping others in his church and home community of Rose Lake Forest. He loved reading his bible, working in his shop, and spending time with his brothers-in-law Marvin, Alton, Allen and Frank and friends, especially Sandra Harris.

Mike leaves behind his loving wife Darlene, his sons Christopher and Steven, two daughters-in-law Trisha and Cathy and four grandchildren, Talon, Aubree, Brett and Brandon. They are joined by his siblings Stevie, Beverly and Greg and his brother and sisters-in-law Barbara and Midian; with his closest nephew and nieces Jeff, Amy, Marion, Angie, Dawn and Shellie to celebrate his life and cherish his memory.

Through Christ Jesus, Mike was a loving and caring person, a devoted husband, father and friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services. www.GraceCremations.com