Michael Joseph Petmecky, 63, of Paxton passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019 at his home.

A celebration of life will be held 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 28, 2019 at Arcade Café, 132 N Market, Paxton. Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is assisting the family with arrangements.

Michael was born January 27, 1956 in Cheyenne, Wyoming the son of John Robert and Elvina Mae Hanks Petmecky. He married Catherine LeMere February 2, 1989 at the First United Methodist Church, Paxton.

He is survived by his daughter, Meagan (Kyle) DuBois of Ottawa; mother, Elvina Petmecky of San Antonio, TX; girlfriend, Vicky Orr of Texas; one step-daughter, Jennifer (Brian) Scheib; three step-sons, Clayton Massey of Danville, IN, Chris (Sarah) Massey of Avon, IN, Caleb (Beth) Massey of Taylor, MI; one grandson, Evan DuBois; one brother, David (Rose) Petmecky of Kerrville, TX; two sisters, Deborah (Tom) Chapman Hermann of Paxton, Theresa (Bobby) Shauer of Victoria, TX.

He was preceded in death by his father and brother, Robert Stephen Petmecky.

Michael graduated from Paxton High School in 1974. He was a baker at Chanute Air Force Base, Rantoul for 10 years and worked at the United States Post Office, Champaign as a Dock Expediter for 30 years before retiring. Michael previously attended St. Mary Catholic Church, Paxton.

He was an avid Harley Davidson lover. Michael also enjoyed dancing, bowling, art, and drawing.

Memorials may be made to his grandson Evan's College Fund. Condolences may be offered at www.baierfuneralservices.com.