Obituary of Timothy Anaya

Anaya, Timothy Carrollton Township, MI Passed away suddenly on Monday morning, April 27, 2020 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was 58 years old. Timothy was born January 21, 1962 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Marcos and Manuela (Godina) Anaya. He married Racheal Trevino on January 27, 1986 in Saginaw, MI. Timothy was employed by UMBRA formally known as Thompson Ball and Screw as a machinist, retiring after 17 years of service. He was a faithful and active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church for many years. He loved to garden and host BBQ's. Timothy also enjoyed attending church, playing basketball, golfing, and going camping. But, what he really loved most was spending time with his family and his grandchildren. Surviving are his wife, Racheal; children, Priscilla Gawthrop, Paul (Melissa) Trevino, Amanda (Jesse Sanchez Jr.) Anaya, and Timothy Anaya Jr.; grandchildren, Kennedy Campos, Cain Campos, Paul Trevino Jr., Alijah Trevino, Gabriel Trevino, Mackenzie Trevino, Mila Trevino, Aaliyah Pacheco, Jesse Sanchez III, Joseph Sanchez, Selena Anaya, and Jade Anaya; his brother, Daniel (Sue); brother in-law, Librado "Larry" Gayton; sister in-law Dawn Anaya; his best friends, Gene and Pauline Kapp, and many nieces and nephews. Timothy was preceded in death by his brother Marcos Anaya Jr. and his sister Christina Gayton. FUNERAL SERVICE: A private graveside service will take place on Friday May 1, 2020 at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Rev. Fr. Francis Voris OFM Cap will officiate. A memorial mass will be held at a later date, please check back for updated information. In accordance with State mandated ordinances, the limitations of the number gathered and safe distancing will be observed. For those that wish to attend remotely, Timothy's visitation will be livestreamed from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. at http://client.tribucast.com/tcid/43995778 and his graveside service will be livestreamed starting around 2:30 p.m. at http://client.tribucast.com/tcid/89558097 MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Deisler Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Anaya family; condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DeislerFuneralHome.com