Penzien-Steele Funeral Home

Penzien-Steele Funeral Home Traditional Funeral Services, Cremation Services, Urns & Monuments Our business began in 1898, being founded by George N. Ewell and was known as George N. Mr.

Ewell Furniture and Undertaking. In the early years, it was located on the corner of Fifth and Madison Avenues and also had a location on Walnut Street. it later moved to 410 Center Avenue. In 1903, it became known as Ewell & Partenfelder when Walter Partenfelder became a partner of Mr. Ewell; however, Mr. Partenfelder died just four years later in 1907. In 1911, Arthur E. Vallender joined the company and it became known as Ewell & Vallender. Ewell retired in 1920, at which time Mr. Vallender moved the business to its current location at 608 N. Madison Avenue. The original home, which has had additions to all sides, was the Meisel family home. In 1943, Karl E. Penzien joined Mr. Vallender and the company name was changed to Vallender & Penzien Funeral Home and later to Penzien & Vallender Funeral Home. Following the death of Mr. Vallender, his name was removed. The business was incorporated in 1974 at which time C. Baird Penzien and Richard C. Steele, both long-time employees, became partners of the senior Mr. Penzien. The company name was later changed to Penzien & Steele Funeral Home. Following the death of Karl Penzien in 1986 and C. Baird Penzien in 1992, Mr. Steele became the sole owner. In 1993, Richard C. Steele II joined his father in the business. In 2003, the former Hanlin Chapel for Funerals in Vassar, Michigan was purchased by the Steele family. The same level of professional, dignified care that has been a main-stay of Penzien-Steele Funeral Home since 1898 is now available to families in need in the Vassar area.

Carl August Krabbe III passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday evening, February 28, 2026, after ...
03/01/2026

Carl August Krabbe III passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday evening, February 28, 2026, after a brief struggle with cancer. He was 48 years old.

Carl was born May 19, 1977, in Bay City, the son of Carl Jr. and Noreen (Meyer) Krabbe. He graduated from Reese High Scho...

03/01/2026

🤍Welcome March

May this month bring peace
and new beginnings to the heart.

With love,
Alice

03/01/2026

Sue's "Stitchin & Crafts"
Please bring your own yarn and supplies.
Donations of yarn and supplies always welcomed
Thursday March 5th, 2026 at 10:15 am
Located at the Canteen Activity Center
800 Livingston Ave Bay City MI 48708
Call the site for more information and to reserve a meal
989-892-6605

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Julia Louise (Colosky) Wilber passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, February 25, 2026 at her home surrounded by...
02/27/2026

Julia Louise (Colosky) Wilber passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, February 25, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family, at the age of 87 years. She was born on December 15, 1938 in Vassar, the daughter of the late Cecil and Bernice (Kalar) Colosky. Julia was a hardworking and dedicated ...

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Carol A. Cardinal was born in Bay City, MI on June 30, 1942 to the late Edward J. and Eileen C. (Cole) Cardinal. She pas...
02/24/2026

Carol A. Cardinal was born in Bay City, MI on June 30, 1942 to the late Edward J. and Eileen C. (Cole) Cardinal. She passed away at Candlestick Adult Foster Care on February 20, 2026. She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish-St. Mary of the Assumption Church. She graduated from the Michigan Scho...

It’s an impossible task to string together words that capture the impact Nanette Marie Kloha (Granny) had on those she m...
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It’s an impossible task to string together words that capture the impact Nanette Marie Kloha (Granny) had on those she met throughout her lifetime or to measure the space her absence now leaves in their hearts.

Nanette Marie Kloha (Granny) was born in Bay City, MI on August 18, 1945 to the l...

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When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust Penzien-Steele Funeral Home to guide you through the pr...
02/22/2026

When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust Penzien-Steele Funeral Home to guide you through the process of honoring their life. At Penzien-Steele Funeral Home, we pride ourselves on serving families with dignity, respect, and compassion. Our staff is experienced in a variety of funeral services and can help you celebrate your loved one no matter your religion, culture, or budget.

Penzien-Steele Funeral Home in Bay City and Vassar, MI provides funeral, memorial, aftercare, pre-planning, and cremation services in Bay City and Vassar a... Learn More

Preplanning relieves your family of that burden and gives them more time and energy to focus on healing and remembrance ...
02/21/2026

Preplanning relieves your family of that burden and gives them more time and energy to focus on healing and remembrance . . .

Penzien-Steele Funeral Home in Bay City and Vassar, MI provides funeral, memorial, aftercare, pre-planning, and cremation services in Bay City and Vassar a... Learn More

Nanette Marie Kloha (Granny)was born in Bay City, MI on August 18, 1945 to the late Russell and Nellie (Badder) Bernard....
02/21/2026

Nanette Marie Kloha (Granny)was born in Bay City, MI on August 18, 1945 to the late Russell and Nellie (Badder) Bernard. She passed away on February 19, 2026 at Covenant Health Care in Saginaw, MI. surrounded by her family. Nanette was the author of children’s stories “Life on Grannys Farm”.
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