Michael Albert Wilber

Michael Albert Wilber obituary

Michael Albert Wilber

Michael Wilber Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Miller & Ketcham Funeral Homes, Inc. - Brandon on Aug. 1, 2025.

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BRANDON:

Michael Albert Wilber, age 66, passed peacefully July 31, 2025, at Rutland Regional Medical Center.

Mike was born on May 3, 1959, in Reno, Nevada. He was the son of Albert and Gloria (Beauchamp) Wilber. He grew up in Pittsford where he graduated from Otter Valley Union High School, class of 1977. Following graduation, he began his career with Agway Energy Products, which was later bought out by Suburban Propane. He served the local community as a Master Technician for over 45 years, during this time he received the Vermont Fuel Dealers Association Founders award. Mike enjoyed spending his time hunting, fishing, and watching NASCAR. Most of all he loved being surrounded by friends and family enjoying laughs with amazing food.

Mike is survived by his wife; Karen (Ethier) Wilber; whom he married August 8, 1981, in Pittsford. His loving daughter Heather Chisamore (Kyle), a sister; Donna Carrara (Ron) of Rutland, two brothers; Charles McMaster (Lois) of Texas and Mark Wilber (Claire) of Pittsford. Along with several nieces, nephews & cousins also survive him.

A gathering "In Celebration of His Life" will take place on August 30, 2025, from 2-4 PM, at Brandon American Legion Post #55.

A private graveside committal service and burial will take place at a later date in Evergreen Cemetery in Pittsford.

Memorial gifts in lieu of flowers may be made, in Mike's memory to a foundation of your choice.

Arrangements by Miller & Ketcham of Brandon.

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