James Michael Burton "Michael", age 45, of Portage, passed away Monday, August 17, 2020. He was born on January 17, 1975 in Hammond, Indiana.

Michael is survived by his son, Christopher Burton; mother, Jacqueline Bernhardt; brothers, Robert (Carolyn) Burton, Charles Bernhardt; nieces, Brittney McCammon, Devon Burton; nephews, Bryce McCammon, Brent McCammon and Dakoda Burton; brothers-in-law, Bobby Bullock, Mike McCammon.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Windy Bullock.

Memorial visitation for Michael will be held Sunday, August 23, 2020 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. For more information, please call (219) 942-2109. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com .