Apr 14, 2018

Dr. Donna Huffman Simons, 69, of Alba passed away April 14, 2018 with family by her side. Donna was born 5/20/1948 to Donald and Thelma Huffman.

Donna was a member of the United Methodist Church, a past member of the Star Township Fire Board, and most recently a member of the Alba School Board. Donna or Doc...

Apr 14, 2018

Gregory A. Van Stedum, 36, of Charlevoix passed away on April 14, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.

Gregory was born on June 6, 1981 in Charlevoix to Tom and Sandy (Powers) Van Stedum.

Everyone that knew Greg loved him. He had a zest for life, and his huge smile and sparkling eyes were contagious....

Apr 14, 2018

Barb Brown, age 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 14 at her home in Traverse City. Born Barbara Alida Wheeler on July 27, 1928, Barb was the only child of Stanley and Grace (Graham) Wheeler. Barb’s childhood was rich in experiences shared with an extensive family of aunts, uncles, and cousins in East Jordan, Brown City, and the greater...

Apr 13, 2018

Fay Dollaway passed away peacefully at Meadow Brook on April 13.

Fay was born in Lowell, MI in 1923 to Earl and Pearl (Zahm) Green.  Fay lived in Lowell until she completed high school. She also attended the Muskegon Business College.  While in high school, she met her future husband, Harold Dollaway  When he joined the Navy, Fay joined him in San Diego where...

Apr 12, 2018

Brandon S. Gault,  20, of Mancelona, passed away on April 12, 2018.

Brandon was born on September 2, 1997, in Traverse City, the son of Kimberly Rupright and Richard Gault.

Brandon enjoyed life to the fullest and was a social, outgoing young man.   He loved outdoor activities such as, fishing, hunting, mudding, 4 wheeling, two...

Apr 12, 2018

Darrell L. White, 88 of Bellaire, died Thursday, April 12, at Munson Medical Center.

He was born Aug. 18, 1929 in Troy, the son of John and Ruby (Roth) White.  Darrell worked for Bush Manufacturing and after 35 years of dedicated service he retired and moved to Bellaire.

Darrell was a wonderful husband, great father,...

Apr 12, 2018

Mary H. Kaczan, 89, of Kewadin passed away on April 12, 2018 at her home.

Mary was born on February 24, 1929 in River Rouge, MI to the late Ernest and Mamie (Marot) Sigler.

Mary graduated high school at Our Lady of Lourdes in River Rouge. Mary worked at home raising her 7 children. She...

Apr 9, 2018

Wesley Lloyd Fleet, 86, passed away on April 9th, 2018 at Bay Ridge Assisted Living Facility in Traverse City, Michigan.  He was born on March 31, 1932 in Mancelona, Michigan to Lloyd and Olive Fleet (Snyder).

Wesley graduated from Mancelona High School in Mancelona, Michigan in 1950.  After completing high school he served in the United States...

Apr 8, 2018

Amedeo Castiglione, 95, of Charlevoix, formerly of Central Lake, passed away on April 8, 2018 at America House in Charlevoix.

Amedeo was born on November 17, 1922, in Detroit, the son of Joseph and Clara (Caniato) Castiglione.

Amedeo was a member of St. Luke Catholic Church in Bellaire for many years and was active in...

Apr 8, 2018

Doris L. Smith,  90, of Bellaire, passed away on April 8, 2018 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

Doris was born on July 31, 1927, in Fountain, MI, the daughter of Harry and Nora (James) Taylor.

Doris was a longtime resident of Bellaire and enjoyed fishing, crafting, knitting, crocheting, sewing and painting.

She...

Apr 5, 2018

Patricia Scissom, 64, died Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Kalkaska Memorial Long Term Care.

No services are planned at this time.

Apr 5, 2018

Mark C Tallman lost his battle with heart disease on Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 1:45 PM.

He was born on August 28, 1955.

He leaves behind his wife, Janel Tallman. Children: Marty Tallman, Dwayne Tallman, Amylynn Tallman and Timothy Stuhr. Grandchildren: Mila Tallman, Mark Tallman and Ronin Stuhr. Brother Wade Tallman and sister Denise...

Apr 4, 2018

Jeanne Veronica Gainer, 94, died  April 4, 2018,  at Munson Health Care Charlevoix Hospital with her daughters around her after suffering a massive stroke. She was born May 10, 1923, in Muskegon, Mich., where she also raised her three daughters. She lived at various times on Marco Island, Fla., Two Harbors, Minn., and Charlevoix.

Jeanne was always...

Apr 4, 2018

Richard J. Coucke, 81 of Bellaire, died April 4, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.

He was born May 20, 1936 in Detroit, the son of George and Agatha (Opiela) Coucke.

“Cookie” was a wood pattern maker at Chevy Engineering and he retired after 35 dedicated years of service. He was a member of the UAW...

Apr 4, 2018

Beverly McClanathan age 67 passed away on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 in Petoskey, MI.

She was born in Detroit on April 8, 1950 to James and Rosetta (Gillis) Brock.

On October 9, 1968, Beverly married James McClanathan who preceded her in death. Beverly enjoyed reading and listening to Christian music.

Beverly is survived...

Apr 4, 2018

Bertram “Bert” Lerchen, 91 of Central Lake died peacefully, April 4, 2018 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

Bert was born Sept. 29, 1926 in Detroit, the son of George and Claria (Bales) Lerchen.  After high school he joined the US Navy and proudly served during WWII.

Bert owned Eager Collision Auto Body shop in...

Apr 3, 2018

James Luke "Jimmy do". Harris, 70, of Charlevoix passed away on April 3, 2018 at his home.

Jim was born on January 10, 1948 in Somerville, TN to the late Joe and Aurilla (Walker) Harris.

He was one of the most devoted and loyal man that anyone could have the pleasure of knowing. He was a...

Apr 2, 2018

Shirley D. Jones, 88, of Charlevoix passed away on April 2, 2018 at Grandvue Medical Care Facility.

Shirley was born on January 30, 1930 in Lamberton, Minnesota to the late Louis and Myrtle (Northby) Small.

Shirley attended Maplewood Academy in 1947 then graduated from Elk River Minnesota High School in 1948. She worked as a...

Apr 2, 2018

Donald James Zachow, 86 of Gaylord, died peacefully, April 2, 2018 at home.

Donald was born March 22, 1932 in Milford, the son of Herbert and Ethel (Shear) Zachow and proudly joined the US Army after graduation, serving during the Korean War.

On Aug. 26, 1952 in Alba, he married the love of his life,...

Mar 31, 2018

Nelson James Bennett, 78, of Echo Township died Saturday, March 31,2018 at Medilodge of Traverse City.

He was born September 13, 1939 in Echo Township the son of Lawrence and Bernice (Savage) Bennett.

Mr. Bennett was a tool and die maker with Detroit Diesel until his retirement.

On February 13, 1988 he married...