Aug. 28, 1949 — Jan. 4, 2023
Michael Lee Utz, 73, of Cottonwood, died Jan. 4.
He attended school in Payson. A concrete finisher for the City of Cottonwood, he was a bull rider during his younger years. He enjoyed fishing and hunting.
He is preceded in death by his spouse of 22 years, Laurel Utz; brother Lloyd Utz; and daughters Mary Utz and Jolea Utz.
He is survived by his sister Amber; grandchildren Pati, Tanya, Tyler, and Elena; and great-grandson Julian.
Services have been held.
