Michael Robert Brown, age 65, a lifetime resident of Lapeer, died Friday, November 6, 2026.
Mike was born May 14, 1961, in Lapeer, Michigan to Robert James “Jim” and Patricia Kay (Lang) Brown. He graduated from Lapeer West High School, class of 1979. Mike married the love of his life, Kathaleen Sullivan on June 14, 1986, in Standish, Michigan. Mike’s professional career as a CAD designer spanned over 45 years – he retired in 2023. In his spare time, Mike was a passionate (and gifted) deer hunter. He was making plans to hunt this season in fact. Mike was also passionate about music and played several musical instruments. He enjoyed golf but mostly for the time spent with friends and family. Above all, Mike was devoted a catholic – a man of faith and devoted family man.
Mike is survived by his wife, Kathaleen Sullivan Brown; his mother, Patricia Brown of Lapeer; children: Jeremiah (Ahna) Brown of Zionville, NC, Molly (Augustine) Payne of Dubuque, IA, Brianne Brown of Naples, FL and Alannah (Reed) Wager of Rochester Hills, MI; seven grandchildren; siblings: Steven (Lisa) Brown of Bloomfield, MI and Jennifer Brown of Lapeer. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert James Brown in 2014.
Arrangements are currently pending for Michael’s visitation and funeral Mass to be held at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Davison. Please check back Monday afternoon as it is anticipated arrangements will be finalized. Burial will follow Mass at Mt. Loretto Catholic Cemetery in Lapeer. Arrangements by Muir Brothers Funeral Home in Lapeer.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to Dubuque County Right To Life, Inc., 2205 Carter Road, Dubuque, Iowa 52001.Condolences and memories are encouraged to be left at www.MuirBrothersLapeer.com.