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Michael T. Whitty

1950 - 2026

Michael T. Whitty obituary, 1950-2026, Baraga, MI

BORN

1950

DIED

2026

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Michael Whitty Obituary

Michael T. Whitty went to his final resting place on Sunday February 22, 2026, at Baraga County Memorial hospital. He was born on August 14, 1950, to the late Mary Ratchman and Melvin (Butch) Whitty. Although Mike was 75 years young, he lived a full life and a life that was on his terms. He served in the United States Navy, that took him to many places. After that, he'd spent a good portion of his time in Oshkosh, WI. His happiest day was when he met the love of his life, Sharon, who he would often be heard calling her, his, Molly. They would marry in 1984, and spend the next 42 years together, right by one another's side. One would say they were inseparable. He wouldn't have had it any other way. He worked for Square D until their closure. At that time, Sharon and Mike would make the decision to sell their home in Oshkosh and permanently move to Baraga, MI. The U.P. was always their home away from home, spending many weekends and more, driving to their beautiful property and spending as much time as possible there. They held many celebrations and gatherings there with family and friends, creating livelong memories.

Mike had many interests and hobbies. You could often find him tinkering with something, from saw blades, lawn mowers, fans, and much more. You may have believed it was past its time, but he didn't. He could bring it back to life. He enjoyed a pork chop or two. Spending countless hours down in his pole barn. One of his top hobbies he enjoyed when he could was coming back to Oshkosh, and hanging out at the Boathouse with his brother, Mark and many others. Some may have referred to and will remember Mike, as the best white bass fisherman in Oshkosh.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon. Twin brother Mark (Chris) Whitty. Stepson Scott (Joan) Schiesl. Grandchildren; Sherri (Josh) Wendt, Daniel Haase, Lexii Ashcraft, Chris Schiesl, Sarah (Joe) Schiesl, Rebecca Schiesl. Great Grandkids; Destiny (Jordan) Gies and Xavier Wendt. Great, Great Grandson; Colby Gies. As well as many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parent's, he is proceeded in death by his daughter, Dawn Ashcraft. Siblings; Butch Whitty, Colleen Knott, Karen Whitty, and Cathy Whitty. One grandson, Nick Schiesl.

Per his wishes, there will be no funeral services.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Oshkosh Herald from Feb. 23 to Mar. 22, 2026.

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