Michael Diaz Arellano Jr. age 77 of Lake Milton passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Monday March 16, 2026, at his residence. He was born on Aug. 4th, 1948 in San Fernando, CA the son of Michael Arellano and Jessie (Diaz) Arellano. He was known for over two decades as a Volunteer FireFighter for the Craig Beach Volunteer Fire Department. Michael is a retiree from Delphi Packard Electric and was a member of the IUE Local #717. Michael loved camping, collecting nutcrackers, and firefighting memorabilia. He is survived by his wife: Susan A. Arellano of Lake Milton, 4 daughters: Margie Breedveld of Surprise, AZ, Jessica Lattea of Niles, Patrica Arellano Ripley of Lake Milton, and Teresa Arellano-Hahn of Edinburg, 1 son: Michael J. Arellano of Newton Township, 1 brother John Arellano of San Fernando, CA, and 12 grandchildren.

Cremation has taken place, and there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to Dean’s Funeral Home Sebring.