Michael L. Shutts

Michael L. Shutts obituary, Montpelier, VT

Michael L. Shutts

Michael Shutts Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thompson Funeral Home - East Main St. on Feb. 3, 2026.
Michael Lynn Shutts, 71, of Montpelier passed away on February 2, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on March 11, 1954 in Angola, Indiana. Michael retired from Sauder Manufacturing. He also worked at Sauder Woodworking and Beam Stream. In his spare-time, Michael enjoyed playing guitar in two local bands by the name of "Remedy" and "Leather and Lace."

Michael is survived by two children, Justin (Angie) Shutts of Montpelier and Shaun Shutts of Toledo; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren; three siblings, Rick Shutts of Montpelier, Randy (Pam) Shutts of Sylvania and Carol (Jimmy) Zeller of Defiance and best friend Tina Shutts.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clark Shutts and Margaret (Coleman) Sidle; step father, Ray Sidle; brother Phil (Carol) Shutts.

Visitation hours for Michael will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026 from 4-6pm at the Thompson Funeral Home in Montpelier. Services will immediately follow at 6pm at the funeral home.

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