Michael Eugene Kiblinger, Sr., 73, of Rockingham, VA passed away February 24, 2026 at Skyview Springs Rehab and Nursing Center.

He was born May 20, 1952 in Luray to the late Junior W. and Betty Leake Kiblinger.

Michael was a parts room clerk at Pilgrims Pride.  He loved woodworking in his shop at his house.

On July 26, 2003 he married the former Tammy Foster who survives.

Also surviving is one son, Michael Kiblinger, Jr. of Stanley; two sisters, Debbie Yatzor of PA, Becky Housden of Stanley; two grandchildren; stepdaughter, Samantha Blount of Harrisonburg; stepson, Michael Funkhouser of Harrisonburg; numerous nieces and nephews.

His brother, Dennis W. Kiblinger, preceded him in death.

Pastor Kevin Gerber will conduct a graveside service 2:00 PM Tuesday at Beahm's Chapel Cemetery in Luray.

There will be no viewing or visitation at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway.