Michael William Pietila (64), of Bruce Crossing, MI, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 10, 2024.

Mike was born in Phelps, WI on December 10, 1959 to Gerald W. "Bill" & Barbara (Hines) Pietila and was the oldest of five sons. He attended Ewen-Trout Creek school as part of the '78 graduating class. Mike went on to have a successful career in the propane industry where he was known for his quality of work, kindness, and determination to help others.

He was an avid outdoorsman! Mike loved spending time at the lake (Bond) fishing with his son and camping with family. He always looked forward to hunting season and deer camp. Mike enjoyed "bird" hunting and was quite the trapper in his earlier years! When Mike wasn't outdoors, he enjoyed cheering on his beloved Detroit sports teams, especially the Lions!

More than anything, Mike cherished time with family and friends, particularly his grandchildren! Nothing made him happier than being with them and seeing them grow up. He was a very proud father and grandfather!

Mike is preceded in death by his father Gerald. He is survived by his mother Barb, son David (Kayla), three grandchildren Kaydence, Alli, and Dorothy, four brothers Tom (Sherri), Larry, Joe (Brenda), and Steve (Tammy), former spouse and lifelong friend Karen, and numerous nieces & nephews.

Memorial services will be held at Cane Funeral Home located at 13812 US Hwy 45 Bruce Crossing, MI 49912 on Friday, December 6, 2024. Visitation will be at 12:00 with a service at 1:00PM (eastern).

Inurnment will take place at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery.