Michael Thomas Babcock, a lifelong Manitowoc resident, entered into eternal life on Easter Sunday, April 12, as the result of a stroke. He was 61.
The family will hold a private funeral service in accordance with local coronavirus guidelines, with a public celebration of life to be announced at a later date.
He is survived by his wife, Lynn Seidl-Babcock, Manitowoc; three sons: Jeremy Seidl, Manitowoc; Jon and Brett Seidl, Dallas, TX; and Joshua Babcock, Manitowoc; one daughter: Jess and Daniel Cornils, Fond Du Lac; his brothers: Larry Babcock, Manitowoc; and Jeff and Missy Babcock, Freeport, IL; his sister: Laurie and David Gauthier, Kimberly; his numerous grandkids who viewed him like a second father: Bailey, Bryn, Blake and Tate Seidl; Madellen, Lillian, Elliana, and Lincoln Cornils; Emily Seidl, Noah Ayotte, and Mahlisha Seidl; Annie Rose and Jack Seidl; and also several close brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Harold and Cassandra Babcock; two brothers: Jim and Mark Babcock; and his beloved daughter Jennifer Seidl.
In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations be made to one of several non-profits that Michael was passionate about: Life Academy of Manitowoc, United Ministries in St. Nazianz, the Renew Church benevolence fund that helps local residents in need, and Send Health, a medical missions organization run by Dr. Matt Campbell of Holy Family Memorial Hospital.
The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.