Michael E. Province
April 4, 1950 ~ February 28, 2023
Born in:
Granite City, Illinois
Resided in:
Panama, Illinois
Michael E. Province, 72, of Panama, passed away at 2:32 a.m. on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.
Michael was born April 4, 1950 in Granite City, the son of Marles E. and Julia T. (Veres) Province. He married Laura Lynn Cruthis on March 28, 1969, at the Assembly of God in Sorento, and they enjoyed nearly 54 years of marriage.
Michael graduated from Hillsboro High School with the Class of 1968 and was drafted into the United States Army. He proudly served our country during the Vietnam War. Upon his honorable discharge, he went to work for Cassens Transport, as many other men in Panama did. Michael loved his job so much that he never missed a day of work in his career, and eventually retired after 35 years of service. He attended Panama Methodist Church, was a lifetime member of the Panama V.F.W. where he once served as Commander. He was also a past member of the Sorento American Legion. Michael was an avid St. Louis Blues and Cardinals fan, as well as the Fighting Illini. He enjoyed fishing, especially for bass. Michael loved his dogs, and he loved the time spent with family reminiscing and telling stories.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ron West.
Michael is survived by his wife, Laura Province of Panama; children, Neil (wife, Jaime) Province of Panama, Craig (Angela Boide) Province of Hillsboro, and Rachel Province of St. Louis; grandchildren, Jacob (wife, Sara) Province, Natalie Province, Amanda Kunkel, Jack Province, and Anna Province; sister, Barbara (husband, Joe) DiDonato of Slidell, LA; and several nieces and nephews.
Cremation will be accorded prior to ceremonies.
Visitation & Memorial Ceremony: The family will receive guests from 10:00 a.m. until the time of ceremony at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 6, 2023, at the Panama Methodist Church, 203 Cleveland Ave, Panama, IL 62077, with Pastor Ray Snider officiating.
Inurnment with military honors will follow the ceremony at Union Cemetery in Panama.
Memorial Contributions may be made to: Panama Methodist Church, 203 Cleveland Ave., Panama, IL 62077, or Union Cemetery Association, PO Box 760, Panama, IL 62077.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Michael, or to offer condolences to his family.
Services
Visitation: March 6, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Charities
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So sry for your loss Laura you need anything plz let me know
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So sorry for your loss! I’ll be thinking of you during this difficult time. Hugs to all of you!
Sending my deepest sympathy! Laura Lynn, sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Thinking of you and your family!
So sorry to hear of Mike’s passing. Prayers for you and your family.
I am very sorry for your loss…there is quite the Panama gang up there now giving Heaven a run for its money!
So sorry Laura. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are all here if you need anything
So sorry for your loss
So sorry, Neil. I know first hand how much this hurts. Prayers are with you.
Very sorry to hear of Mikes passing! Laura,Neil, Craig and Rachael you are all in our thoughts and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️
I’m so sorry Laura. I know the feeling very well since it will be a year March 7th since I lost AJ or Alvin as you probably know him. I would tell you that it gets easier but it just hasn’t for me. Just rest assured that he is in the arms of the Lord and at peace no more suffering. If you need anything I’m here. God bless, Denise Reed
Jake, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Wishing you Peace,