Samuel R. Michaels

August 15, 1949 - December 29, 2021

Samuel R. Michaels, age 72, of Algonac, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 29, 2021. He was born August 15, 1949 in Detroit to the late Michael “King” and Connie Michaels. Samuel was born and raised in southeast Detroit. He attended St. Ambrose Catholic School, class of 1968, where he played on the football team, “Cavaliers”. Football was a passion for Samuel, it led him to develop life long friendships with fellow teammates. Those friendships were still strong to this day. Following high school, Samuel proudly served his country in the United States Army in the Vietnam War. He will forever be remembered for his strong work ethic and his tremendous, caring heart for his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia (nee Cristini); sons, John and Adam Singer; siblings, Pam Rider, Phil (Kathy) Michaels, Michele (Ted) McCulloch; he was a devoted papa to, Domanic Singer, Kylie Singer, Anthony Singer, Evan Singer, Avery Singer, Aurora Singer; nieces and nephews, Toni Ann (Frank) Palazzolo, Larry Rider Jr., Michael (Priya) McCulloch, Derek (Jennifer) McCulloch, Kim Michaels; great nieces and nephews, Samantha and Haley Palazzolo, Madelyn and Max McCulloch, Colin and Levi McCulloch, as well as several cousins. He is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Larry Rider Sr. Cremation arrangements with Young Funeral Home, China Twp. Military honors and private interment will be at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI at a later date. To leave a message of comfort visit www.youngcolonial.com.