Michael F. Fears, 72, of Salina, passed away Tuesday, August 4th, 2020.

Michael was born in Hastings, Nebraska on August 21, 1947, a son of the late Mary Frances (Cannon) and Alfonso Fears.

Michael served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and also served in the Army Reserves.

Survivors include his longtime companion, Mary Jennifer Smith-Fears, of Salina; son, Sean Fears, of Salina; sisters, Kathy Fears, of Salina, Mary “Cookie” Irvin (Alvin), of Salina, and brother, Joe Fears, of Salina; 12 nieces and nephews and 17 great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his brother, Gregory Fears; sister, Pam Kinsey; nephew, Greg Fears

Cremation has been chosen and services are private at the convenience of family.

Donations may be made to the family sent in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio, Salina, Kansas 67401.

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