Tad Lee Aebig, 62, of Shelby, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024, surrounded by family at home.  He was born April 16, 1962, in Shelby, the son of Glenn and Clara (Rought) Aebig.

Tad was an educator for 25 plus years in both high school industrial arts and driver's training, but his true loves were his family, farming and spending time with friends.  He will be missed for his friendly demeanor and love for life.

Tad is survived by: his children, Jenna (Kevin) Beckman, Jordan Aebig; grandchildren, Cohen and Palmer Beckman; sister, Dr. Trudy Aebig, Ph.D.; nieces, Sarah and Rachel Beaumont.

Tad was preceded in death by: his parents, Glenn and Clara.

Visitation will be held from 4 pm until 7 pm, Friday, May 3, 2024 at Harris Funeral Home, 267 North Michigan Avenue, Shelby, Michigan 49455.  Graveside services will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Mennonite Cemetery, 2052 South 96th Avenue, Shelby, Michigan, 49455.  A luncheon will follow the burial at Fraternal Order of Eagles, 4535 N Oceana Dr, Hart, Michigan, 49420.

Please consider memorial contributions to: Crystal Valley Care Fund, P.O. Box 451, Hart, Michigan 49420.

Harris Funeral Home, in Shelby, is in charge of arrangements.

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