Donald Ray Cabay
1/11/2017 11:00:00 AM - Final Journey

Don passed away Thursday, December 29, 2016 at McLaren Bay Region, age 80.  He was born June 17, 1936 in Bay City to the late Chester Ray and Geradine Maranda (Jones) Cabay.  He married Margaret A. Hinman on December 1, 1979 and she survives him.  Don served his country during the Korean Conflict with the US Army as a paratrooper.  He retired from the Bay County Maintenance Department and spent most of his time in the county building.  Don was a member of the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe and enjoyed going for rides, driving, trying his luck at casinos and attending Pow Wows in different states with his wife Margaret.

Surviving besides his Margaret is one sister Irene Stockel, one brother in-law Gary (Renee) Hinman, one sister in-law Mary Sue (Gary) Anderson, nieces, Lauren Lopez and Minnie Jo, many other nieces and nephews.  Don was predeceased by two brothers, Chet and Peter Cabay.

Per Don’s request, cremation has taken place.  No visitation or services are planned at Squires Funeral Home.  Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the McLaren Bay Region Foundation in Don’s name.