Jay C. Michaelsen, 51

Passed away suddenly on December 23, 2023.  Jay will be remembered for many things, especially a great smile, having a big heart and always willing to do anything for anybody.

Preceded in death by his aunt, Carol (late John) Bachmann; cousins, Michael Bachmann and Jacob Boos.

Survived by his parents, Carl and Sandra  (nee Pauly) Michaelsen; siblings, Chip (Kathy) Michaelsen, Susan (Eric) Krause and Karen Michaelsen; nephews and nieces, Carl and Courtney Michaelsen and Charlie and Otto Krause; aunts, Carole Boos and Lynn Pauly; cousins, Lynn Bachmann, Sandy Bachmann, John Boos and Jim Boos; former spouse and best friend, Jenny Aksteter.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Kelli Joy O'Laughlin Foundation appreciated. ( DONATE )

Visitation Thursday December 28, 2023, from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport.  Lying in State from 9:00am to time of Service at 10:30am on Friday December 29, 2023, at Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church (925 E. 9th St., Lockport).  Cremation Rites will then be respectfully addressed.  For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com