Lt. Michael D. Bastian, 39, of Montoursville, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at UPMC, Williamsport.

Born Aug. 7, 1985, he was a son of Marlin E. Jr. and Shirley A. (Starr) Bastian. On Sept. 14, 2023, he married the former Mariah L. Brouse.

A beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many, Michael's love for serving his community was only eclipsed by the love he had for his family. His wife, daughter, and unborn daughter were everything to him. He expertly balanced work and home life, but always put his family first. To know Mike was to know the strength of his convictions. He was an unabashed champion to causes he believed in, and those beliefs guided him in all aspects of his life. The loss of Michael leaves a void that will never be filled.

In addition to his parents, Marlin and Shirley, of Watsontown, Michael is survived by his wife, Mariah L. Bastian; a daughter, Alaina Elise Bastian; a daughter on the way; brothers, Colton J. and Mel Brouse, Orangeville, and Logan T. and Ashley Brouse, Shamokin Dam; a sister, Amanda J. and Brandyn Irvin, Watsontown; nephews, Ryan Irvin and Owen Brouse; father and mother-in-law, Gary and Lisa Brouse, Selinsgrove; as well as many other extended family members.

Michael was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Friends and family are invited for a visitation from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at Revival Tabernacle, 960 Susquehanna Trail, Watsontown, where a memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. with Rev. David Bechtel, chaplain of the Williamsport Bureau of Fire, officiating.

Burial with full firefighter honors will follow in Watsontown Cemetery.

Contributions in Michael's memory to help benefit his children, can be sent to Susquehanna Community Bank, 1025 Main St., Watsontown, PA 17777 and should be made payable to Mariah Bastian and noted "In memory of Michael Bastian".

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brooks Funeral Home and Cremation Service, PC, 124 Main St., Watsontown. To share a memory or condolence with the family, please visit www.wfbrooksfuneralhome.com.