Michael Peter Baudin

Michael Peter Baudin also known to many as "Papa", 81, of Manchester, CT left this life on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 24, 1939, in New York to the late Austin and Juanita Baudin. He was raised Catholic. Michael was a well-known auto body mechanic in Connecticut and retired from Dillion Ford. He was a diehard NASCAR fan who loved taking his children to many weekend races at the old Riverside Park in Agawam, MA. Michael also enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox, the NE Patriots and the UCONN womens basketball team. He is survived by his loving wife Beverly Baudin and his four children, Joseph Baudin of Manchester CT, Michael Baudin and his partner Melissa Jamroz, Sheila Baudin and her partner John Lincoln all from Enfield, CT as well as Michele Murdza and her husband Michael of Somers, CT. Michael also leaves behind six grandchildren Michael Murdza II, Stevie Lee Baudin, Nicholas Murdza, Army Specialist Alex Murdza, and Mallory Murdza all from Somers, CT. He will be sadly missed by his close friend William "Billy" Person and his furry friend Coco. Michael also leaves Beverlys children Heidi and her wife Denise, Kendra and her partner Eric Bovee, along with Heidis children Benjamin, Brandon and his partner Kimmie, with their three children Elizabeth, Savannah, and Indiana. Also, Kendras children Bryan, and Brittney along with her husband Greg and their soon to be first son. There will be no calling hours at the request of the deceased. Any donations can be made to the Alzheimers Association Connecticut Chapter 200 Executive Blvd, Southington CT 06489. To leave a memory or message of condolence, please visit www.holmeswatkins.com