Karen Pruitt
Jun 2, 2018
Karen M. Pruitt, 77, of Central Lake died June 2, 2018 in Traverse City.
She was born April 18, 1941 in Central Lake to Joseph Franklin and Sarah Ellen (Boyer) Barraw.
On March 14, 1969 she married Larry Pruitt in Central Lake. They lived in Gaylord, Michigan and Aurora, Colorado before moving to Central Lake...
Sharon Greimel
Jun 1, 2018
Sharon P. Greimel, age 74, of Charlevoix passed away on June 1, 2018 at her home.
No services are planned at this time.
Arrangements are being handled by the Winchester Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
Charles Adams
May 31, 2018
Charles Wentworth “Chuck” Adams, 73, slipped peacefully away on May 31 at home in Charlevoix, MI, attended by his loving family, to whom he left a legacy of a life well lived. Chuck was born in Ypsilanti, MI, on October 17, 1944, to Georgia Hope Severns Adams and George Everett Adams. He grew up in Ypsilanti, surrounded by aunts and...
William Robb
May 30, 2018
William H. Robb, 85, of Bellaire, passed away on May 30, 2018 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.
William was born on April 29, 1933, in Mancelona, the son of Arlington and Faith (Gurd) Robb.
When William was 4, he lost 3 fingers due to an accident so even though he would have liked to...
Sandra Alward
May 28, 2018
Sandra L. Alward, 71, of Ellsworth, died peacefully in her sleep on Monday, May 28, 2018 at Grandvue Medical Care Facility.
She was born on September 12, 1946 in Charlevoix to Harold and Alice (Heeres) Jansen.
On July 2, 1965 she married William “Bill” Alward in Ellsworth where they made their home.
Sandy...
Ryan Windish
May 26, 2018
Ryan P. Windish, age 52 of Bellaire passed away on May 26, 2018 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
No service are planned at this time.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of one's choice.
Arrangements are being handled by the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral...
Steven Miracle
May 26, 2018
Steven B. Miracle, 49 of Kewadin passed away on May 26, 2018.
Steven was born on December 24, 1968 in Traverse City to the late Lloyd and Helen (Webb) Miracle.
Steven was a wonderful father who adored his daughters and treasured the time spent with them. He was a very hard-working man who loved riding...
Roxanne Folsom
May 22, 2018
Roxanne Folsom, 52 of East Jordan, died peacefully May 22, 2018, at home. She was born May 5, 1966, in Charlevoix, the daughter of Timothy and Myra (James) Hoffman. Roxanne was a kind-hearted, selfless person who put others first. She was a dedicated employee, working tirelessly to create the best female body armor. She traveled the country for Survival...
Carol Chenot
May 21, 2018
Carol Chenot, 61, of Elk Rapids passed away on May 21, 2018.
Carol was born on February 18, 1957 in Birmingham to Maureen (O’Leary) and the late James E. Chenot.
Carol graduated from Ernest W. Seaholm High School and then from cosmetology school following which she moved to Northern Michigan working in her own hair...
Steven McClure
May 11, 2018
Steven Richard McClure, age 45, passed away on May 11, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Steven was born in Boulder, CO on January 26, 1973, the son of Charles McClure and Irene McClure (nee Boris). The family had moved from Michigan to Colorado (where they lived for several years) before journeying to Alaska,...
Elmer Grody
May 10, 2018
Elmer Grody, 93, of Mancelona, passed away on May 10, 2018 at Munson Hospice House.
Elmer was born on September 23, 1924, in Mancelona, the son of Elmer and Emma (Gesiger) Grody.
Elmer was a part of the Signal Corps in the U.S. Army during World War II. He arrived on the second day of...
Martha Risteau
May 9, 2018
Martha C. Risteau, 59, of Traverse City, passed away on May 9, 2018 at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are being handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
Denise Ackerman
May 8, 2018
Denise A. Ackerman, 66 of Mancelona, died May 8, 2018 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.
She was born May 18, 1951 in Detroit, the daughter of John O. and Beatrice H. (Willis) Young. Denise graduated from Traverse City High School in 1969 and she worked for her family’s business Bowers Harbor Grocery Store and Marine. Upon...
Dr. James Snaden
May 6, 2018
Dr. James N. Snaden, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2018 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was surrounded by his family.
He was Emeritus Professor of Geography at Central Connecticut State University where he taught for 35 years, from 1966 to 2001, serving also as Geography Department Chairperson for ten...
Laura Sexton
May 4, 2018
Laura J. Sexton, 76, of Bellaire died peacefully with her husband at her side on May 4, 2018 at Munson Medical Center. She was born Jan. 22, 1942 in Newberry, MI the daughter of David and Agnes (Mohrmann) Maltby.
Laura is a 1960 graduate of Bellaire High School. She earned her Bachelor’s of Education in 1965 from...
Allan Strauss
May 3, 2018
Allan G. Strauss, 67 of Brighton, died suddenly, May 3, 2018, at his cottage on Torch Lake.
Arrangements are pending.
Norman Cool
May 3, 2018
Norman G. Cool, 76, of Mancelona, passed away on May 3, 2018 at his home.
Norm was born on June 9, 1941, the son of Harold and Lillian (Harris) Cool.
Norm is a longtime resident of Mancelona and was a member of the Antrim Church of Christ.
He enjoyed spending time with his...
Raymond Dixon
May 3, 2018
Raymond Dixon, 82, of Charlevoix passed away on May 3, 2018 at his home.
Ray was born on December 22, 1935 in Charlevoix, the son of the late Curtis and Elizabeth (Sharrow) Dixon. He served in the United States Military for many years first in the United States Army then in the United States Coast Guard. Following...
Timothy Wellnitz
May 2, 2018
Timothy Lee Wellnitz, age 70, passed away at his Torch River home surrounded by family and friends. He was born January 22, 1948 and sailed away May 2, 2018.
Tim grew up on the Mitchell Rd. farm in Blissfield, Michigan. Fishing, antiquing, and working on classic cars were passions he pursued life long.
A gifted...
Georgina "Jean" Madagame
May 2, 2018
Georgina “Jean” Ruth Madagame, 79 of Alba, died May 2, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey.
Jean was a kind and loving person who worked at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire for 28 years as a nurse and dietary aide. She prided herself on taking care of people and loved to spend time...
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