Michael William Baker
Age 42, of Grand Blanc, died Thursday, February 5, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 am, Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Church of the Holy Family, 11804 S. Saginaw St. in Grand Blanc, Rev. Fr. Steve Anderson officiating, with burial at Evergreen Cemetery. Michael’s family will be present to receive friends at Detroit Cremation Society, 8253 S. Saginaw St. in Grand Blanc from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Thursday. On Friday morning, Michael will be taken to church to lie in state from 9:00 am until the time of the Funeral Mass at 10:00 am. Expressions of sympathy may be placed on Michael’s tribute page at detroitcremationsociety.com. Memorial contributions in Michael’s memory may be considered to Flint Eastside Mission, 1917 Delaware Ave., Flint, MI 48506. This ministry was dear to Michael’s heart.
Michael William Baker was born on March 14, 1983, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. and Catherine (Gillette) Baker. He was a graduate of Holy Family School, Grand Blanc High School, Mott College, and U of M Flint. He was a talented and passionate composer/musician. He enjoyed creating poetry and art as well.
He was passionate about the detailed, technical side of home computing and was active in this with his close friends.
Michael was a longtime member of the Grand Blanc Huntsman’s Club and very accomplished at skeet, always placing near the top of the Winter Skeet League and CANUSA events.
Michael’s heart was focused on those in need, helping, where he could, the impoverished, the mistreated, and those in pain.
Left to cherish his memory are his parents: Michael and Catherine Baker; sister Rev. Sarah Baker of Grand Blanc; sister Laura with husband Shane Zylstra of New Hudson; and niece Audrey Zylstra. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and second cousins. Michael considered his lifelong friend and cousin Jeremy O’Harris a brother. He also treasured lasting, close friendships with Kurt, Graham, and Chris. He loved and was loved by his cat, Monkey.
Michael was preceded in death by his beloved great grandmother Grayce Hubble; grandparents Walter and Elizabeth Baker; grandparents Donald and Carol May Gillette; aunt Sharon Kosik; and uncle Carl Gillete.
Psalm 34:18 – The Lord is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
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Cathy and Mike,
My deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. Hoping your faith and love can help heal your broken hearts.Peace to all of you❤️
Debbie
Deepest condolences for the loss of Mike. He sounds like he was a lovely person. May his memory be a blessing.
Mike was the best person I’ve ever known. The world has lost a truly good soul. He was always ready with a quip that usually ended in a laugh from everyone. We had countless conversations trying to understand the how and why of life. We learned how to play and create music together. He was a brother to me and I can’t believe he’s gone.
Mike I am sorry for your loss. He will be min my prayers along with your familu
When Jeremy informed me this past Saturday, he was very broken up crying, shaking and trembling. Jeremy and I are very close. I have met Michael before I think that I have maybe even seen and talk to him twice in the past years. I feel deep sorrow For the families loss. I will not be able to be there this evening nor will I be able to be there tomorrow however, I would like to express my most sincere condolences to the entire family at this time.
Mike, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your son Michael. I cannot imagine the sense of loss that you and your family must feel. Our sincerest condolences; we will keep him and all of your family in our prayers.
Tears cannot articulate the loss I feel with Michael’s passing.
My heart and prayers are extended to my family, especially Cathy, Mike, Laura, Sarah and cousin Jeremy. Michael bravely faced difficulties most will never experience.
God Bless our friends and family at this time of grief.
Our deepest and truest sympathies are felt and sent to Cathy, Mike Sr, Laura, Sarah, Monkey and all who have been devastated by this loss. Michael was and is so loved by us too. We will never forget him and the kind, gentle soul he was. He is in the comfort of Jesus now. May he experience wonders and joy beyond human understanding. “To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord.” “In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also.”