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Mark Scott Gebhard

Mark Scott Gebhard

May 11, 2023

 

On Thursday, May 11, 2023, Mark S. Gebhard, beloved father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly. He was seventy years old. Born to Elizabeth and William Gebhard, Mark graduated from the University of Minnesota and spent his career in the auto industry working for American Motors, Jeep Corporation, and American Sunroof Corporation.  He ended his career as a member of...

Mary Ellen Hoffman

Mary Ellen Hoffman

May 10, 2023

Mary Ellen Hoffman,  69, of Ellsworth, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on May 10, 2023.

   Mary is survived by her loving husband Paul Hoffman and her six children, Marrietta (Wayne) Heeres, Amy (Kipp) Drake, Ernest Higbee, Dale (Heidi) Higbee, Josh Hoffman, Anna (Moussa) Diakite and wonderful grandmother to 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

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John "Jack" Slattery

John "Jack" Slattery

May 9, 2023

John “Jack” William Slattery, 85, of Charlevoix, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at his home.  He was born on April 5, 1938, in Detroit, MI, the son of William J. and Madeleine (Morrow) Slattery.

Jack grew up in Detroit and attended St. Scholastica Grade School. He was an altar server at St. Scholastica Catholic Church.  He graduated from...

Bill "Supie" Supernaw

Bill "Supie" Supernaw

May 9, 2023

William J. “Supie“ Supernaw, 80, of Charlevoix, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at Boulder Park Terrace with his beloved sisters at his side. He was born May 8,1943, in Charlevoix, the son of Henry and Elvira Gillespie Supernaw.

Supie attended Saint Mary Elementary School and graduated from Charlevoix High School in 1961. He had the lead role...

Russell Edens

Russell Edens

May 8, 2023

Russell John Edens died on May 8 in Bellaire, Michigan, after a difficult year of health challenges culminating in an intense course of chemotherapy. He was 56. 

Russ was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on May 26,1966 and grew up in East Lansing where he became a lifelong loyal Spartan fan.   Russ was a curious, spirited, and adventurous boy and always...

Laurie Ann Macks

Laurie Ann Macks

May 8, 2023

 

Laurie Ann Macks, age 62, of Bellaire, Michigan, died May 8, 2023.

 

Born in Bellaire, Laurie spent the majority of her life there. She held a number of different jobs before becoming the custodian at the Antrim County Courthouse, a position she held for 19 years before retiring in November 2022. Laurie had a reputation as a hard...

Brian Lee Gildas

Brian Lee Gildas

May 8, 2023

Brian Lee Gildas, 47, of Bellaire, passed away May 8, 2023, at his home.

  Brian was born July 20, 1975, in Traverse City, Michigan to William C. Gildas and Jeanne M. Johnson.

    He was a big-hearted man who was always generous.   He enjoyed motorcycles, gaming, watching movies, and was a fan of wrestling and Rock and...

William G. Marme Jr

William G. Marme Jr

May 6, 2023

 

Mr. William George Marme, Jr. age 77 of Thoroughbred Trail, Corbin, Kentucky passed away on Saturday afternoon at his residence.

He was the father of Billy Marme and Fiancé, Heather May of Corbin, Kentucky. He was the Fiancé of Patty Lane of Gray, Kentucky. He was the brother of Deborah Tuck and husband, Tom of Charlevoix, Michigan. He was...

Marilyn Ann Henderson

Marilyn Ann Henderson

May 5, 2023

 

Marilyn A. Henderson, age 93, of Bellaire, MI passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023 with her two daughters by her side.  She was born on April 13, 1930 in Rochester, IN and considered herself a true “Hoosier.”

She is survived in death by her daughters Tami (Darrin) Hoffman and Lisa (John) Maznio; and her Granddaughter Jacqueline Maznio. 

Preceded...

Ronald G. Brooks

Ronald G. Brooks

May 1, 2023

Ronald G. Brooks, 75 of Lakeland, FL (formerly of Central Lake and East Jordan, MI passed away in his home with both of his children by his side on May 1, 2023.  He was born June 21, 1947 in Sheridan, MI.  He was the son of Asa L. & Francis (Sower) Brooks.

Ronald turned 18 in bootcamp, while serving in...

Steven E Michael

Steven E Michael

May 1, 2023

 

Steven Esford Michael, 65, of Charlevoix passed away Monday May 1, 2023 in Traverse City after battling brain cancer; a Glioblastoma. He had his loving family at his side until the very end.

Steven was born in Detroit, MI to the late John and Jeanne (Esford) Michael.  The family moved to Charlevoix and that’s where he grew up.  In...

Marcella Ann Murdick

Marcella Ann Murdick

Apr 29, 2023

Marcella Ann Murdick (Marci), 93, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix, Michigan.  She was born Marcella Ann Hanselman on February 07, 1930 in Cannelton, Indiana to Henry and Floretta Hanselman.  Her family moved to Detroit, Michigan when she was young and she graduated in 1948 from St. Ambrose High School in Grosse Pointe...

Alice Reisig

Alice Reisig

Apr 27, 2023

Alice Marie Reisig, 92, of Grosse Pointe, died peacefully Thursday, April 27, 2023 at her cottage on Oden Island in Petoskey, with her family by her side.

Alice was born March 8, 1931, in Detroit, to Dr. Donald and Mrs. Marie McLean. After graduating from St. Mary's Catholic School in Windsor, Ontario, and inspired by her father's love of medicine,...

Kathleen M Gosselin

Kathleen M Gosselin

Apr 27, 2023

Kathleen Marie Gosselin, 77 of Kalkaska, MIchigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in the early morning hours of April 27th, 2023.  

Kathleen was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 10th, 1949 to Francis K. Ferland and Margaret T. Ferland.  She was married to the love of her life, Clarence Edward Gosselin for 31 years until his passing...

Morris Alfred Bates

Morris Alfred Bates

Apr 27, 2023

Morris A. Bates, 84, of Bellaire, passed away on April 27, 2023, at his home.

   He was born on October 4, 1938, in Springfield Township, Kalkaska County, the son of Frederick and Florence (Perkins) Bates.

   Morris worked for the Bellaire D.P.W. for many years prior to retiring in 2004.   He also worked as a bar tender at...

Alice M Shreve

Alice M Shreve

Apr 26, 2023

Alice Mary Shreve, 87 of Bellaire, passed away peacefully, April 26, 2023.  She was born June 3, 1935 in Detroit the daughter of Vernus and Blanche (Reaume) Weot.  

Alice graduated from Grosse Pointe High and worked for the National Bank of Detroit for several years.  On July 11, 1975, in Detroit, she married Keith Shreve.  Alice was a loving...

Rose Barazsu

Rose Barazsu

Apr 25, 2023

Rose Marie Barazsu, 92, of Charlevoix, formerly of Allen Park, MI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix.  She was born on September 29, 1930, in Detroit, the daughter of John and Irene (Kondakor) Kosa.

Rose is survived by her daughter, Gayle (John) Konik; two grandsons, Andrew (Meredith) Konik, Bradley (Salome) Konik; and...

William M. "Bill" Hughes

William M. "Bill" Hughes

Apr 24, 2023

William M. “Bill” Hughes, age 73, of Mancelona passed away April 24, 2023, surrounded by family.

He was born the son of Junior and Wilma (Morningstar) Hughes, on June 17, 1949, in Petoskey, Michigan.

Bill was an all-around family man who loved spending time with children and grandchildren.  He cherished the time he was able to spend with his wife...

Ellen E. Clark

Ellen E. Clark

Apr 22, 2023

Ellen E. Clark,  76, of Echo Township, passed away on April 22, 2023 at Munson Medical Center.

   She was born on December 24, 1946 the daughter of Ira and Ruth (Mettert)  Bell.

   Ellen was a kind hearted woman always willing to help friends and family.   She volunteered for the Sacred Heart school in Ellsworth for many years,...

Joyce Ann Boss

Joyce Ann Boss

Apr 20, 2023

Joyce A. Boss, 76, of Charlevoix, passed away on April 20, 2023 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey.

   Joyce was born on March 9, 1947, in Wilmore, KY, the daughter of William B. and Eleanor L. (Minton) Holcomb. She graduated from Jessamine County High School in 1965, where she excelled in Glee Club, and was a member of...

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