Michael "Mike" Ables

Michael "Mike" Ables, age 65, of Adrian, MI, passed away, February 24, 2022, at Hospice of Lenawee Hospice Home. He was born July 13, 1956, in Adrian, MI, the son of Arlie & Willie Jean Ables. He was a graduate of Adrian High School, Class of 1974. Mike worked at Lowry Grocery for many years. He then worked at Anderson Development as chemical operator and was part owner of 7- ELEVEN Party Store in Adrian, MI.  Mike was a longtime member of the Adrian Eagles and enjoyed golfing and bowling. He loved to cook and bake cookies with his grandkids. Mike was an avid sports fan, especially the Detroit sports teams and the University of Michigan.  Mike is survived by his three children, Jon (Chrystal) Ables, Brian Ables and Marissa (Ryan) Martin; five grandchildren, Briana, Kaylee, Wanderlei, Alecia and Kelsey; one sister, Ramona (Todd) Green; one brother, Alex (Renee) Ables; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Arlie & Willie Jean Ables; one brother, Roger Ables; and one sister, Shiela Ables in infancy. Memorial Services will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, 2959 N. Adrian Hwy, Adrian, MI. Visitation will also be on Tuesday from 11:00 AM until the time of service at J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home, Adrian, MI.  A Celebration of Life will be at the Adrian Eagles following the memorial service.  www.PurseFuneralHome.com

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