HUTTING - Michael J. Hutting, of Rockford, age 39, passed away in the arms of his Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 28, 2017 with his family at his side. Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents, George and Blanche Howard; uncle, Michael J. Howard; great-grandmother, Bernice LaRose; grandmother, Carolyn Parker; great-grandmother, Verona Parker; uncle, Kim Parker; and grandfather, Arthur L. Hutting. He is survived by his mother, Bonnie (Ross) Parker; brother, Cody Parker; grandfather, Russ Parker; aunts and uncles,Cheryl (Steve) Hews, Steve (Lois), Brenda Parker, Kevin (Anna) Parker, Patty Howard; godmother, Karen Howard; father, Arthur Hutting; cousins and many friends. Michael was a 1995 graduate of Rockford High School, participating in the Rockford Band, as well as an active Cub Scout. He was very intelligent and gifted with using computers. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing and playing baseball. Michael was a gift from God to his loved ones, who will especially miss his great sense of humor and generous heart. The family will receive family and friends at the Beuschel Funeral Home, 5018 Alpine Avenue, Comstock Park on Saturday, February 4, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The celebration of Michael's life will be offered on Saturday, February 4, 2017 at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Pastor Matt Metoxen at the Beuschel Funeral Home. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Washington Park. Those wishing to make memorial contributions may do so to St. George's Orthodox Church, American Cancer Society or American Liver Foundation.