Michael Wayne Huiett

Michael Wayne Huiett, 59, of Salina, passed away on July 23, 2025.

Mike was born on October 17, 1965, to Frank and Colene (Smith) Huiett.

He was a dedicated FedEx Freight driver for many years.

Mike loved riding his Harley with friends and going to rallies. He was a hard worker and always willing to help others. Mike was a private man who didn’t ask much of others, but all the family and friends that knew him were blessed to have been included in his circle of life. He was loved and will be missed greatly.

“Mr. Mikey,” as he was affectionately known, is survived by his son, Christopher of Salina; sisters, Marlene Baker of Salina, Sheryl Huiett of Salina, Mary Suwarno (Dedi) of Naperville, IL; uncles, Paul (Marilyn) Smith of Minneapolis ,Kenneth Smith of Delphos , John (Brenda) Huiett and Paul (Annette) Huiett, both of Salina; his "brother in arms," Carl Kidd; grandchildren Christian, Kaden, and Alex; nephews Shawn Baker of Minneapolis, Lee Baker of Salina, and Brandon Sears of Salina; nieces Valerie (Jason) Stuart of Salina; great-nieces, Jesslyn Rodriguez of Hastings, NE and Nevaeh Sears of Salina; great nephew, Nicholas Stuart of Salina and many cousins and friends.

Cremation has been chosen, and a graveside inurnment will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 16th at Highland Cemetery, located on K-106 Hwy in Minneapolis, KS.

Following the inurnment, we invite you to join us for a Celebration of Life at 12:00 p.m. at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, 304 W Grand Ave, Salina, KS. A meal and time of fellowship will follow the service as we gather to remember and honor a life well lived.

Memorials may be made to the family, in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St., Salina, KS 67401.

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