Preceded in death by parents, Victor and Florence; brother, James; sister, Mary Piper; and sister-in-law, Cheryl.Survived by sister, Victoria (Lloyd) Bartel; brother, Thomas; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.Michael loved hunting and fishing with family and friends, and will be missed by all.Memorial service 11:00 AM Saturday, October 9 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME - ROSEVILLE, 2130 N. Dale Street at County Road B. Visitation from 10-11 AM Saturday.Private interment at the MN State Veterans Cemetery at Camp Ripley.