Preceded in death by parents Jennie and Julian “Mitch” Mechtel.
Survived by husband Tom, daughter Ashley (Tim) Connolly and precious grandson Ethan, son Jeffrey, and daughter Kaitlyn. Also survived by siblings Rebecca Mechtel, Ken (Ping) Mechtel, and Julie (Glen) Swanson, and many cherished family members.
Michelle loved animals and was very active in the Animal Humane Society, Junior Achievement and Neighborhood House.
Michelle was always very uplifting with her contagious smile and laughter. She looked for the positive in everything and was extremely optimistic regardless of what she was faced with.
An evening visitation for Michelle will be held Thursday, September 29, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at Wulff Funeral Home, 1485 White Bear Avenue, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55106, followed by a Celebration of Life service at 6:30 PM. Reception to follow at 1964 Arlington Ave East.