Obituaries

Michael Harry Allard, age 90, of Sugar Island, Michigan, died on Sunday, June 6, 2026, at his home. He was born on April 24, 1936, in Flint, Michigan, to Cyril and Isabella (Mastaw) Allard.

Mike was a loving father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend who meant the world to his family and everyone who knew him.

Mike spent much of his life on Sugar Island, a place he loved dearly. He was well known for his skill as a spear fisherman and seemed to have a natural talent for it. If there were fish to be found, Mike could find them. He loved being on the water and spent countless hours doing what he enjoyed most.

Mike proudly served his country as a veteran and later worked as a truck driver until his retirement. He was a hardworking man who believed in taking care of his family and always doing what was right.

Above all else, Mike loved his family. He was kind, generous, and always there when someone needed him. One of the greatest loves of his life was his wife, Nancy. He missed her deeply and carried that love for her in his heart every day.

Mike also had a playful side and enjoyed pulling pranks on people. He loved making others laugh and always seemed to find a way to bring a smile to someone's face. His sense of humor and the memories he created with family and friends will never be forgotten.

Mike's legacy lives on through the memories he created, the lessons he taught, and the love he shared so freely. We will miss his smile, his stories, his laughter, and his unwavering love for his family.

Though our hearts are heavy, we are grateful for the time we shared with him and for the example he set through a life well lived. He will be forever loved, forever remembered, and forever missed.

Mike is survived by his children, Linda (Dave) Schmalz of Kincheloe, Michigan, Theresa Reed of Waterloo, Iowa, Lori (Ricky) Button of Westland, Michigan, and Michael (Karen) Allard of Lake Orian, Michigan; grandchildren, Sarah, Lester, Kaylea, Karl, Christopher, and Amber; great grandchildren, Kalin, Evan, Sophia, Skyles, Patrick, Calvin, Elaina, Jackson, Shay, Lily, and another on the way; siblings, Joy Lewis, Mary Brown, Rose Allard, Jackie Allard, Kateri Allard, Cyril John Allard, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mike was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Allard; grandchildren, Alex, and Devin; sister, Muriel Lane; brothers, Thomas Allard, Gregory Allard, and Joseph Allard.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at the Niigaanagiizhik Ceremonial Building, 11 Ice Circle Sault Ste Marie, MI 49783, beginning at 5:00 PM and continuing until Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM, when the Traditional Ceremony will begin.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 8:00 AM, at Holy Name of Mary Pro-Cathedral Catholic Church, 337 Maple St. Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783.

Family Life Funeral Homes – Sault Ste. Marie assisted the family with arrangements. Condolences may be given to the family at www.familylifefh.com.