Michael T. Whitty

Michael T. Whitty went to his final resting place on Sunday February 22, 2026, at
Baraga County Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 14, 1950, to the late Mary
Ratchman and Melvin “Butch” Whitty. Although Mike was 75 years young, he lived a full
life and a life that was on his terms. He served in the United States Navy, that took him
to many places. After that, he’d spent a good portion of his time in Oshkosh, WI. His
happiest day was when he met the love of his life, Sharon, who he would often be heard
calling her, his, Molly. They would marry in 1984, and spend the next 42 years together,
right by one another’s side. One would say they were inseparable. He wouldn’t have
had it any other way. He worked for Square D until their closure. At that time, Sharon
and Mike would make the decision to sell their home in Oshkosh and permanently move
to Baraga, MI. The U.P. was always their home away from home, spending many
weekends and more, driving to their beautiful property and spending as much time as
possible there. They held many celebrations and gatherings there with family and
friends, creating livelong memories.
Mike had many interests and hobbies. You could often find him tinkering with
something, from saw blades, lawn mowers, fans, and much more. You may have
believed it was past its time, but he didn’t. He could bring it back to life. He enjoyed a
pork chop or two. Spending countless hours down in his pole barn. One of his top
hobbies he enjoyed when he could, was coming back to Oshkosh, and hanging out at
the Boathouse with his brother, Mark and many others. Some may have referred to and
will remember Mike, as the best White Bass fisherman in Oshkosh.
He is survived by his wife, Sharon, his twin brother Mark (Chris) Whitty, stepson Scott
(Joan) Schiesl, grandchildren; Sherri (Josh) Wendt, Daniel Haase, Lexii Ashcraft, Chris
Schiesl, Sarah (Joe) Schiesl, Rebecca Schiesl, great grandkids; Destiny (Jordan) Gies
and Xavier Wendt, great, great grandson; Colby Gies, as well as many nieces and
nephews.
Besides his parent’s, he is proceeded in death by his daughter, Dawn Ashcraft, siblings;
Butch Whitty, Colleen Knott, Karen Whitty, and Cathy Whitty, and one grandson, Nick
Schiesl.
Per his wishes, there will be no funeral services.

Mike’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at
www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the
arrangements.