Michael R. Grubbs Sr., 64, of Jute Road in Plymouth, passed away after a sudden illness in the St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Mishawaka at 1:10 a.m. Wednesday, August 5, 2015, with his family by his side.

Michael was born on Aug. 17, 1950, in Plymouth to Raymond H. Grubbs and Phyllis I. Conner Grubbs.

Mike served our country in the U.S. Army. He served as a volunteer firefighter in Bass Lake.

He loved to go hunting and fishing with his family and friends. Mike was a Multi-World Champion Arm Wrestler. He enjoyed long Harley rides, shooting pool, mushroom hunting and loved animals. He treasured time spent with his grandkids and spending time with his family and friends.

Mike is survived by his daughters: Brandi A. (Joseph) Martin, Ariz.; and Kristi D. (Shilah Hawkins) Grubbs, Plymouth; son: Jerry L. Grubbs, Plymouth; father: Raymond (Georgianna) Grubbs, Mentone; his grandchildren: Corbin; Siarra; sister: Sherry (Tim) Lowry, Plymouth; and nieces and nephews: Josh Lowry; Angela Yanez; and Tracy Boulas, all of Argos.

He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather: Bill Singleton; son: Michael R. Grubbs Jr.; two grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law: Linda (John) Price; and brother: Richard Grubbs.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 9, in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, Plymouth. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 10, in the funeral home, with Pastor Rod Ruberg, of Tippecanoe Riverview Church officiating.

Burial will be in the Oakhill Cemetery with Military Honors provided by members of the American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign Wars- Marshall County Post 1162 and D.A.V.

Memorial contributions can be made to the family.