Michael Norman Gangluff

Michael Norman Gangluff, 70, of Conway went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. He was born August 12, 1951 in Morrilton, Arkansas. He was the son of the late Norman Gangluff and Betty Francis Seifert. Mike was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Conway. Mike spent most of his early adult life farming alongside his father. In 1970, Mike enlisted in the Morrilton National Guard D Company, 39th Brigade, as a welder. Then in 1990, he transferred to Company B 39th Support Battalion in Conway. Mike was selected and promoted to Sergeant First Class over Service and Recovery Section. In 2003, Mike was selected and promoted to First Sergeant prior to the Units deployment to Iraq. In 2005, Mike transferred to the Installation Support Unit at Camp Robinson. He served there as First Sergeant until his retirement in 2011. After his retirement, Mike worked for the State and ran the Fabrication Shop until 2021. Mike spent 41 years in active military service and 10 years on the state side on location at Camp Robinson. Mike enjoyed being in the National Guard and continuing his service to others through his expertise in fabrication. He was honored to serve alongside his friends who became like family. After 51 years of service, Mike retired. He will always be remembered as having a “big heart” for all those in need and his expertise in fabrication. Mike was preceded in death by the love of his life, Anita Gangluff; his father, Norman Gangluff (Betty Sue); mother, Betty (Mark) Seifert; and his brother, Steve Gangluff. Mike is survived by step-sons, Shawn Hudson and Jeremy (Geni) Mimms; step-daughter, Jennifer (Harold) Grizzell; sister, Janie (David) Scroggins; step-sisters, Peggy O’Reilly and Gail (Skip) Hortman; four grandchildren, Brayden, Marlie Mimms and Kyle, Cody Grizzell; his best buddy for over 30 years, Wayne Cates; along with numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 13, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Saint Vincent. Burial will be at the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, which will include a full military honors service. Rosary will start at 6:30 on Sunday, June 12th, with visitation following at the church.

Michael Norman Gangluff

August 12, 1951 - June 8, 2022