Michael K. Whalls

September 14, 1944 - June 10, 2020

Michael K. Whalls 75, of Flat Rock, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Henry Ford Wyandotte hospital. Michael was born on September 14, 1944 in London, England, During WWII. Michael came to the United States to be raised by his paternal grandparents (Russell and Laura) in Alpena, Michigan. Michael served in the United States Navy and Vietnam from 1963-1967. After serving in the United States Navy, Michael married Catherine Paluch in 1971, and received both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree in Business and Finance respectively. Michael had a remarkable twenty-five year career as a Financial Analyst for Ford Motor Company. Michael continued working as a consultant during his retirement years, as well as serving on the Board of the Flat Rock Tax Increment Financing Authority (TIFA). Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, taking piano lessons, walking his loyal dog Anna, and helping his daughter Susan with house projects. Michael is survived by his beloved wife, Catherine Whalls; son John E. Cagle; daughter Susan Whalls and grandchildren Ava True, Christian True and Catherine True as well as his Labrador retriever Anna. A private mass was held at St. Roch Catholic church on Friday, June 12, 2020. Michael is resting in peace at Our Lady of Hope cemetery in Brownstown, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.