Immediate Need
Stacy A.C. Nelson
Apr 2, 2024
Stacy Allen-Christopher Nelson, 43, of Ellsworth, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was born on May 7, 1980, in Muskegon, MI, the son of Bruce Strickler and Cheryl Nelson.There are no services planned at this time.Arrangements are in the care of the Ellsworth Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Please sign his online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com
James P. McDowell
Mar 31, 2024
James Prescott McDowell, 76, of Central Lake, passed away peacefully at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility on March 31, 2024, surrounded by family.
Jim was born on March 05, 1948, in Traverse City, MI, to James J. McDowell and Eunice (Johnston-McDowell) Empey.
He was a 1966 graduate of Central Lake High School. He played football, basketball, and baseball for the CLHS Trojans...
Daniel O'Connell
Mar 30, 2024
Daniel Patrick O'Connell, 77, entered into the presence of God, surrounded by family on March 30, 2024. He was born March 21, 1947, to Joseph and Pearl (Merschman) O'Connell in Lansing, Michigan. Dan worked many years at Anchor Danly, formerly known as Lamina. He loved his family and had an infectious personality that always made people feel welcome. He attended Freedom...
Beverly Dickinson
Mar 29, 2024
Beverly A. (Schlatter) Dickinson passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, with family members by her side, at the age of 89.
She was born on May 23, 1934, to Floyd and Clara (Hayley) Schlatter in Bay City MI. She was raised in Bay City, where she graduated from Bay City Central High School and went on to graduate from Michigan...
John Monroe Frey
Mar 28, 2024
Environmental steward, conservationist, art and nature lover, actor and philanthropist John Monroe Frey passed away peacefully in his Charlevoix, Mich. home on March 28, 2024, surrounded by family. He was 84.
John’s roots ran deep in Michigan soil. Born and raised in East Grand Rapids, he lived his adult life on his beloved farm in Charlevoix, where he and his wife, Hilda, raised...
Arline Messano
Mar 27, 2024
Arline Joyce Messano, 83, of Bellaire, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. She was born on July 15, 1940, in Passaic, New Jersey, the daughter of Joseph Margaret (Seaman) Sislak.
Arline graduated from Clifton High School in Clifton, New Jersey, and quickly settled into the life of a homemaker after marrying...
Thomas Despres
Mar 26, 2024
Thomas A. Despres, 91, died peacefully in his home in Kewadin, Michigan on March 26, 2024. He was born on November 13, 1933 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Achille and Irene (Young) Despres.
Thomas studied engineering at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, earning his Bachelor’s degree in 1956 and Masters’ in 1959. He served full-time in the U.S....
Cort Esenther
Mar 25, 2024
Let us all remember Cort, who passed away peacefully on March 25th at his home in Charlevoix, MI. Born on January 1, 1952, he grew up in Brookfield, IL attending Brookfield Riverside High School and graduating from University of Illinois- Champagne Urbana with a Bachelor in Business. He raised his family in La Grange, IL and is survived by his loving wife Debra...
Richard "Dick" Selissen
Mar 25, 2024
Richard Lee Selissen Sr, 85, of East Jordan, passed away on March 25, 2024. He was born on June 24, 1938, in Green Bay, WI, the son of Herbert and Catherine (Broullard) Selissen.
On May 16, 1959, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlevoix, Dick and Mary “Noreen” Cross joined hands in marriage. They would go on to be married for...
Beverly Moody "Clark"
Mar 23, 2024
Beverly J. (Clark) Moody, 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 23, 2024. She was born February 22, 1940 to Zigmond and Elizabeth (Kleinenz) Modzikowski in Detroit, Michigan. She was raised on Beaver Island and moved to Charlevoix as a teenager.
Beverly retired from Texas Instruments in 1995 and then proceeded to enjoy her retirement. She loved...
Dennis J. Derrer
Mar 22, 2024
Dennis J. Derrer, 62, of Mancelona, passed away on March 22, 2024.
Denny was born on September 8, 1961, in Kalkaska, the second oldest son of Roland “Jack” and Kay (Ouvry) Derrer.
He was a lifelong resident of Mancelona and graduated from Mancelona High School in 1979. He excelled in football and baseball throughout his high school years.
Denny loved...
Jean Redfern
Mar 22, 2024
Jeanne M. Redfern, beloved wife of the late Russell W. Redfern passed away peacefully March 22, 2024, at the age of 97. Jeanne was born January 31, 1927, to Franklin Ryder and Helena (Nelson) Ryder. She is survived by her daughter Kristin Arim (Bill), three dearly loved grandchildren, Stephen Deckrow (Samantha), Dustin Deckrow (Nicole) and Katelyn Cousins (Brandon). Great Grandchildren;...
Janet Herron
Mar 19, 2024
Janet Lee Herron, 86, of Charlevoix, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2024 at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. She was born on November 23, 1937, in Detroit, the daughter of Rome and Leone Herron.There are no services planned at this time.Arrangements are in the care of the Charlevoix Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Please sign her online guestbook at...
Glenn T. Bearss
Mar 17, 2024
In Loving Memory of Reverend Glenn Bearss
We announce his heavenly homecoming, March 17, 2024. Glenn was a dedicated pastor who faithfully served the Lord over a span of 40 years. Upon retirement from pastoring, he continued in ministry as chaplain for Heartland Hospice in the Freemont and Traverse City areas.
Glenn’s strong faith in the Lord guided every aspect of his...
David Towsley
Mar 16, 2024
David A. Towsley, 52 of East Jordan passed away Saturday, March 16, 2024 at McLaren Northern Michigan. He was born January 1, 1972 in Charlevoix the son of Stanley and Marilee (Patrick) Towsley.
Dave had a green thumb and loved to spend his time outside in the garden. He also liked to fish. Dave also enjoyed spending time with...
Elaine V McClintock
Mar 15, 2024
Elaine V. McClintock, 74 of Charlevoix, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024 at McLaren Northern Michigan. She was born Nov. 22, 1949 in Battle Creek the daughter of James and Celesta (Everett) Hess.
Elaine grew up in northern Michigan and graduated from Battle Creek High School. She enjoyed doing all sorts of crafts, especially painting and coloring. She also...
Paul R. Shelby
Mar 15, 2024
Paul R. Shelby, 87, of Eastport, MI passed away on March 15, 2024 at Culver Meadows Senior Living in Traverse City.
Paul was born on August 27, 1936 in Detroit, the son of Gilbert and Katherine (Dixon) Shelby.
He lived in Bowie, Maryland where he taught American History and Government at Belair Junior High School and Bowie Senior High School...
H. Joseph Shay II
Mar 14, 2024
H. Joseph Shay II, 74, of Echo Township, passed away on March 14, 2024 at Charlevoix Area Hospital.
Joe was born on September 11, 1949, in Detroit, the son of Harry J. and Vonda J. (Sanders) Shay.
In his younger years, he started the Shay Model A and T Reproduction Company along with his father. After selling the business,...
Patricia G Bowden
Mar 14, 2024
Patricia Genevieve Bowden passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024.
She is survived by her devoted husband, John Bowden; daughter Trudy Cary and her former son-in-law Tim Cary; sons Don (Jenny) Hill and Dave (Patty) Hill; and daughters Mary Bowden, and Tricia (Jason) Bowden. She was preceded in death by their sons Mark Schledorn and Dale Hill, and grandson Ryan Cary,...
Bette J Henry
Mar 13, 2024
Bette Jean Henry was called to her Lord and Savoir March 13, 2024. Bette was born Dec. 20, 1948 in Charlevoix, Mich to Donna (Henning) Narro. She graduated from Central Lake High School in 1966. She worked in the hospitality field in and around Harbor Springs and in Southern Florida, moving back to Northern Michigan, 30 years ago. Bette loved...
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