Michael J. Bachmann

Age 58, late of Joliet, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. Michael was a lifelong resident of Lockport. Employed by COTG for many dedicated years. A proud United States Navy Veteran. Member of the New Lenox American Legion Post #1977, Sons of the American Legion, New Lenox and lifelong member and Trustee of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lockport. Former member of Lockport American Legion John Olson Post # 18. He loved traveling, especially to the Northwoods of Wisconsin. He was a loyal fan and true fanatic of the Green Bay Packers. Above all else he cherished spending time with his beloved family.

Preceded in death by his parents, John and Carol (Nee Michaelsen) Bachmann; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Survived by his devoted wife, Tracey Born-Bachmann; two loving children, Lauren Bachmann, and Nicholas (Lily) Born; one adored grandson, Elijah James Born; two sisters, Lynn Bachmann, and Sandra (late Craig) Burroughs. Numerous nieces, nephews, other loved family members, and dear friends also survive. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lockport or Zero Prostate Cancer in Michael's name would be greatly appreciated.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 28, 2022, in the O'Neil Funeral Home Chapel 1105 E. 9 ^th St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm. Lying in State on Monday, August 29, 2022, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church 1500 S. Briggs St. Lockport, IL 60441 from 10:00am until time of Funeral Service at 11:00am. Following all services Cremation Rites will be respectfully addressed. Inurnment will be held with full Military Honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL on Tuesday, August 30,2022 privately with only his immediate family in attendance.