Michelle Ann Filla
July 3, 1973 ~ September 11, 2023
Age 50 of Wyoming. Loving Mom, Daughter, Sister & Friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 11, 2023.
Preceded in death by grandparents, Aloys & Irene Filla. Survived by son, Noah Filla; mother, Helen Filla; siblings, Rob (Julie) Rieck, Leah McNamee; nieces, Erica (Eric) Nielsen, Jenna (Alex) Dorzinski; uncle, Jacob (Lynda) Filla; aunts, Florann Singer, Virginia Peters; cousins, Christina Filla, Alicia Growth; many other relatives & friends.
Michelle loved the outdoors; she enjoyed hiking, gardening and taking road trips to sunflower fields. She was also a passionate reader, having read over 1,000 books just last year. She and Noah also loved taking trips to the zoo together.
A private celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Michelle has always been the sweetest person ever. I remember going to my Great Grandma Irene’s house where Michelle lived with her mom and grandmother. (Irene) She was going and taking pictures at Glamour Shots for modeling. She was always a light of the room. Never judged people and was just so down to earth and sweet. You will definitely be missed Cousin Michelle ❤️😭👼
We grew up together, a year apart and different from one another, but bound by blood and that shared youth. You shouldn’t be gone this way, not at this time. You raised a wonderful son and I don’t doubt he will carry your memory forward. Thank you for all our memories together…the good and the not so good, as two strong willed girls will have. I am glad to have spent the time I had with you as adults–older, a bit wiser (but still able to laugh at the past and each ther/ our silly kid antics). ❤️
In sweet remembrance, let us honor Michelle’s spirit of selflessness, her courage that inspired all, and her sheer kindness which embodied patience. We were fortunate to share both workspaces and laughter with a soul so spirited and intellect so sharp. Her absence will be deeply felt; like a missing star in our constellation. As we navigate this sorrowful parting, I find solace in knowing her rest is peaceful in the divine embrace of God’s hands.
Grief is a storm that will forever impact our hearts. May your cherished memories of Michelle bring comfort to you during this heartbreaking goodbye.
My birthday twin. Bubbly and full of smiles. I miss you. Hugs and love Noah.
From one of the St. Peters boys you graduated with many years . You will be missed
Michelle and I worked next to each other. Her and I would have some great chats in the mornings before we would start our day. She was always talking about Noah and how proud she was of him. Michelle was so helpful to me at work because she was so smart! Always very kind, and so strong going through the last couple of years. She was very brave. She will be missed so much.
There was something about Michelle that was so special. She was a co-worker and a very helpful co-worker. I loved her laugh. I told her she reminded me of my niece when she laughed. She was a pleasure to be with. She will be greatly missed. Still unbelievable, hard to comprehend.
I pray for comfort and peace for the family that only Jesus Christ can give through this time.
Noah and Helen I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle was and always will be my best friend. We had so many great memories! We met working at McDonald’s 31 years ago and were friends ever since. I can’t recall a time we didn’t get along, or had a fight, being her friend was so easy and fun. She was beautiful inside and out. She will forever be in my heart.
I worked with Michelle for many years. So was whip smart, always loved to smile and laugh, always wanting to help people whenever she could. She had been through a lot, but that never changed her giving spirit.
Michelle talked a lot about Noah and how proud she was of him. She was so very humbled, happy and energized to be a mom, watching Noah grow and become his own person.
I truly enjoyed working and hanging out with Michelle outside of work. I am just very grateful to have known her and shared many laughs and hour long talks about life.
I worked with Michelle for many years. So was whip smart, always loved to smile and laugh, always wanting to help people whenever she could. She had been through a lot, but that never changed her giving spirit.
Michelle talked a lot about Noah and how proud she was of him. She was so very humbled, happy and energized to be a mom, watching Noah grow and become his own person.
I truly enjoyed working and hanging out with Michelle outside of work. I am just very grateful to have known her and shared many laughs and hour long talks about life.