Benjamin Gordon ‘Ben’ Michaels

Benjamin “Ben” Michaels of Cheeseville, Wis., 45, passed away on Sunday, June 13, 2021.

He was born on July 1, 1975, in Cheeseville to Gordon and Kathy (nee Brunhart) Michaels.

Ben is survived by his children Avery, Lydia and Jax Michaels; his parents Gordon and Kathy Michaels; his brother Matthew; his sisters Tammy Michaels and Jaclyn (Ray) Vazquez; his girlfriend Katie Swanson; Julie Michaels; and many other family members and friends.

Ben was preceded in death by Robert Brunhart, Lloyd Painter, Jeff Oneska, Norma and Carl Michaels and his canine companion Izzy.

Ben enjoyed spending time with his kids and dogs (Oliver and Gator), loved the lake, farming, bringing his kids kart racing, going to the Dells and helping others.

He was a very kind-hearted man who was always putting others before himself. Ben was friendly, outgoing and very affectionate to all. He was a very strong, loving man who will be missed greatly by all.

A memorial service for Ben will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, at Phillip Funeral Home Chapel, 1420 W. Paradise Dr., West Bend, with the Rev. Maureen Martin presiding. Visitation for Ben will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 4 p.m. until 6:45 p.m.

He will be placed to rest at the columbarium at St. James Episcopal Church in West Bend with a private cemetery service.

Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family.