Michael Adam Thayer

Michael Adam Thayer, 15, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Michael was born November 12, 2008, in Manistee County, Michigan, and was adopted by his parents, Daniel and Rachael Thayer, on August 20, 2012. He had just completed his freshman year at Mt. Pleasant High School. Michael was an animal lover and had a particular fondness for cats. A curious child, he enjoyed the challenge of a difficult task and loved gaming. When he was a child, he dreamed of being an astronaut. Michael is survived by his parents, Daniel and Rachael Thayer; siblings, Melica Thayer, Tiffany (Cody) Williamson, Emilee (Andrew) Honig, Hannah (Timothy) Elswick, Jenna (Ryan) Donley, Rylee Thayer, and Remson Thayer; paternal grandparents, Gale and Peggy Thayer; maternal grandparents, Michael and Milana Space; nephews, Hudson Honig and Parker Donley; nieces, Saphira Elswick and Everleigh Et-Tayeb; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and beloved cat, Louis. Michael's funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, at Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home with Jay Gross officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. and on Wednesday, one hour before the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Karma Kat Café and Kat Rescue. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.