Albert J. Malenfant

Albert J. Malenfant, 84, of Oscoda, passed away Monday, November 9, 2026 at his home.

Born July 3, 1942, to Charles and Elizabeth (Beitelbeck) Malenfant in Detroit, MI, he was raised in Harrison Township. Albert served in the United States Marine Corps. On November 12, 1963, he married Gail Sidebottom in Newbern, North Carolina. They have been residents of Oscoda for the past 28 years. Al worked for General Motors and retired after 34 years. He enjoyed deer hunting and fishing. He liked listening to live music, and taking trips to the casino.

Albert is survived by his wife, Gail, three daughters, Kristine (John) George, Renee Key, and Gail Helzer, 12 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Diane Harris and Karen Schoof, and two brothers, Charles and John Kustak.

Cremation arrangements were made through Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln.