VALIER – Michael Frank Porvaznik, 81, of Valier died Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at his home.

He was born Dec. 22, 1944, in West Frankfort, to George Michael Porvaznik and Rose Porvaznik.

He married Bonnie Cavins Porvaznik, who survives.

Additional survivors include a daughter, Tammy R. Goessman of Sesser; grandchildren: Martin Todd Harmon, Mikala Goessman and Mikena Chacon; a great-grandchild, Haden Harmon; a brother, Jon Mark Porvaznik of Benton; and a sister, Mari Sue Montgomery of Sesser.

Porvaznik was a coal miner and a member of the United Mine Workers of America. He also served as past president of the Italian Club.

His wishes were to be cremated, with no services.

The Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher is in charge of arrangements.

For more information, visit gilbertfuneralhomes.com.