Michael Ross Dahlem

October 28, 1945 ~ April 29, 2024
Michael R. Dahlem, 78, retired LeerJet Supervisor, died Monday, April 29, 2024. Graveside Service will be at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at White Chapel Memorial Gardens. In addition to his time at LeerJet, Michael is a former bar owner, Vietnam era Marine Veteran, and former amateur boxer. Above all, he was a loyal friend and family member. Preceded in death by his daughter, Rachel Cruz; parents, Elwood and Veda Dahlem. Survived by his niece, Julie Dupuy of Augusta; friends, Andy McKnight, Jesse Tucker. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established with: Lupus Research Alliance, 270 Madison Ave., Ste. 300, New York, NY 10016; Passageways, 6841 W. Shade Ln. #202, Wichita, KS 67212. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.
Saepe Expertus, Semper Fidelis, Fratres Aeterni. Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever. Thank you Michael for your service to this nation. U.S. Marine Corps, Vietnam.
I miss you Uncle Mike everyday. I love you forever! I will see you again in heaven!❤️🙏😪