Michael E. Newman, age 60 of Ruskin Fl, formerly of Big Rapids, passed away unexpectedly with his wife Karen while enjoying a morning motorcycle ride July 25, 2011. Michael was born February 19, 1951 in Lansing MI to Ernest Jr. and Helen (Darling) Newman. As a child Mike's family built a cottage at Chippewa Lake and that drew him to this area as an adult. Mike was employed at MichCon for over 34 years, retiring to Ruskin Florida in 2006. Mike was a member of Eagles Aerie #2535 and AmVets Post #1941 both of Big Rapids, as well as Eagles Aerie #4351, Eagle Riders, the Moose Lodge #813 and Moose Riders all of Ruskin, FL, and the American Legion Post #309 in Palmetto, FL. Michael will be forever missed by his loving family and friends. Although his passing was too soon, they do take comfort in knowing he passed while doing what he loved and with the one he loved. He is survived by two sons; Sean (Kimberly) Newman and Joel Newman all of Big Rapids; a grandson, Ryder Newman; granddaughter, Gracie Mehlhorn; step-daughters, Katherine (Noel) Creel of Antioch, TN; Rebecca (Michael) Bowyer of Battle Creek; step-son, Darrell Pollaski of Big Rapids; his parents, Ernest "Ike" and Delores Newman of Chippewa Lake; two sisters, Pamela Rock of Ruskin, FL, and Cindy Mikula of Mt. Pleasant along with several nieces and nephews. Mike was preceded in death by wife, Victoria (DeCraene) Newman; wife, Jana (Wineger) Newman; grandson, Seth Michael Newman; granddaughter, Autumn Leigh Newman; brother-in-law, Robert Rock. A memorial service for Mike and his wife Karen will take place on Saturday, August 20th at 3:00 pm. The Service will be held at the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids with Tobias Neal officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to services. Following the memorial there will be a late luncheon at the Eagles Club on 16 Mile Road, Big Rapids where everyone is also welcome to visit with the family. Memorial contributions in Mikes name may be made to The Eagles Club # 2535 of Big Rapids or to the Mecosta County Animal Shelter.