Obituaries

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, Charles “Chucky” David Orr Jr. He passed on August 13, 2026, at his home in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. He was born on January 12, 1961, in St. Ignace, Michigan, to Charles David Sr. and Linda Louise (Soeltner) Orr.

Charles was a long-time employee for the City of Mackinac Island and then worked for Brevort Township sewer systems for many years.

He enjoyed riding his bike, cheering on his favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys, watching NASCAR, and reminiscing with old VHS movies. Above all, he cherished spending time visiting with family and friends and making memories with those he loved.

Charles is survived by his siblings, William (Tabatha) Orr of Moran, Michigan, Melissa Orr of St. Ignace, Sandy (Greg) Kottre of Port Orchard, Washington, Donald (Denise) Orr of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, James Orr of Kinross, Michigan, Holly (Tammy) Downing of Kinross, Michelle (Dave) Oja of Rudyard, Michigan, and Nicole (Lee) Anderson of Dafter, Michigan; aunts, Pat Soeltner of Rudyard, and Mary Jeanette Orr of Ypsilanti, Michigan; and many nieces, nephews, cousins.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Linda and Charles Orr Sr.

A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Cemetery in Moran, Michigan. A luncheon will follow at 2:00 PM at the library/township hall.

Condolences may be given to the family at www.familylifefh.com.