Feb 26, 2021

Judith Brockway Disney, 89, of Sturgis, MI passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021 at the American House in Charlevoix with her loved ones by her side.  She was born on July 3, 1931 in Lakewood, OH, the daughter of Gerald F. and Elizabeth (Brockway) Disney.

Judy graduated from Culver-Stockton University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. ...

Feb 26, 2021

Chester John Marciniak, 93, passed away February 26, 2021 at the American House in Charlevoix.  He was born June 24, 1927 in Detroit, the son of Alexander and Lottie (Kurlapski) Marciniak.

He is survived by his daughter Joy (Dan) Kulongowski of Mancelona, grandchildren Jason (Dawn) and Rhiannon, all of Fenton, daughter in law Jamie Marciniak and grandchildren Max...

Feb 26, 2021

Harry LaVern  Gross Jr., 63, of Mancelona, passed away unexpectedly,  on February 26, 2021 at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center.

Harry was born on November 30, 1957 in Three Rivers, MI, the son of Harry Sr. and Anna May (Robinson) Gross.

He and Kathleen made their home in Mancelona, where they raised their children.   He worked for...

Feb 23, 2021

Steven Michael Sarasin, 61, of Charlevoix, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2021.  He was born on August 4, 1959 in Charlevoix, the son of Clayton Sr. and Reva (Steenbergh) Sarasin.

Steven graduated from Charlevoix High School, and went to work as a cook at the Holiday Inn as well as an excavating company before enlisting in...

Feb 22, 2021

David Allen Dutcher, 81, a lifelong resident of Charlevoix, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021.  He was born on July 5, 1939 in Charlevoix, the son of Harold and Jessie Dutcher.

David graduated from Charlevoix High School and was a part of the United States Army Reserves for eight years before he went overseas for six...

Feb 22, 2021

Bela Albert Brandl, 71, of Farmington Hills, passed on February 22, 2021 at home.  He was born January 27,1950 in Detroit as the son of Ben and Emma Ruth (Lockhart) Brandl.

Bela attended Kimball High School, then went on to join the United States Marine Corps.  He then attended Northwestern Michigan College and the Center for Creative...

Feb 21, 2021

Billie “Jo” Wright went to meet Jesus February 21, 2021 at the age of 79. Billie was born in  Bradford, TN on June 6, 1941. On May 5, 1961 she married the love of her life, Marion “Sonny”  Wright who survives her. Also surviving are her sisters, Joanne, Paulette, and in-laws Billy  Wayne, Helen, and Don.

Billie...

Feb 19, 2021

Leslie J. Kaskinen,  86, of Bellaire, passed away on February 19, 2021 at Woodland Heights Medical Center in Lufkin, TX.

He was born on May 19, 1934, in Manistee, MI, the son of John and Saimi (Hagelberg) Kaskinen.

Les was raised in Kaleva, MI and went on to serve in the Army National Guard in...

Feb 19, 2021

Frank Douglas Verellen Jr., 79, of Central Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 19, 2021 Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire.  He was born on December 14, 1941 in Howell, MI, the son of Frank Sr. and Dorothy (Konkle) Verellen.

Frank married Jeanette Thompson on October 21, 1961 in Brighton, MI.  They moved to Central...

Feb 17, 2021

Russell Lee Peters, 82, of Mancelona passed away on Wednesday February 17, 2021 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City with his loving wife at his side.  He was born on October 27, 1938 in Allegan, MI, the son of Marion “Buck” and Mary Ann (Green) Peters.

Russell married Pearl Kerr on April 8, 1961 at the...

Feb 16, 2021

After a journey of more than 100 years, Betty has been called home to be with her Lord. She passed away peacefully at her care home, A Place On The Hill, near Charlevoix, Michigan on February 16, 2021.

Betty was born in White Cottage, Ohio, on June 6, 1920, to the late Benjamin and Mayme (Spring) White....

Feb 16, 2021

Steven Allen Meadows, 63, of Mancelona, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.  He was born on August 26, 1957 in Kearney Township, the son of Melvin Sr. and Dina (Rauch) Meadows.

Steve graduated from Mancelona High School and went on to work at several shops in the area including Mancelona Manufacturing and Reed & Sons.  He...

Feb 16, 2021

Joseph Lyman Battle, 79, of Charlevoix went home to meet his Lord on February 16, 2021 at his home.  He was born on March 2, 1941 in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Lyman and Alberta (Dean) Battle.

Joe was one of the chartering members of the Charlevoix Bible Baptist Church to which he still belonged.  He was...

Feb 15, 2021

Corrinne May Rogers, 82, of Ellsworth, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021 with her loved ones at her side.  She was born on May 13, 1938 in Ann Arbor, MI, the daughter of John and Corine (Bachand) Radikee.

Corrinne lived in Ellsworth with her husband, Bob Rogers, who preceded in death. She worked as the secretary...

Feb 10, 2021

Lyra "Peggy" Whitney, 82 of Echo Township, died Feb. 10, 2021 in Portsmouth, Ohio.  She was born December 9, 1938.

Surviving is her daughter Christina (Dwayne Shaw) Whitney of Central Lake, grandchildren Espn, Angel and Evan Shaw of Central Lake, her sons Kenneth (Joyce) Holsinger, Jeff (Ruth) Holsinger, Jesse (Patricia) Whitney and several grandkids and great grandkids.  She was preceded in death...

Feb 4, 2021

Martha (Marty) Gibbs Kettunen passed away peacefully in her Bellaire, Michigan home in the early morning of February 4, 2021, with family by her side. The daughter of Earl and Marguerite Gibbs, Martha was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan.  During her childhood, the family lived for a time on the Grand River, and one of her fondest memories...

Feb 1, 2021

Ashley M. Van Wormer,  26, of Charlevoix, passed away on February 1, 2021.   No services are planned at this time.  Arrangements are being handled by the Charlevoix Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Jan 30, 2021

Ella Hennip was born on June 17, 1926, to John and Jennie Hennip. She was said to be only 3 pounds, tiny and fragile, and they kept her in a shoebox in a dresser drawer. She said many times, when she spoke of this, that she not only made it, but whoever thought she'd still be here! Ella grew...

Jan 28, 2021

Sandra M. Shaw,  57, of Petoskey, passed away on January 28, 2021.   No services are planned at this time.   Arrangements are being handled by the Charlevoix Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Jan 27, 2021

Frances “Chris” Moore,  55, of Jordan Township, passed away on January 27, 2021 at his home.

Chris was born on December 27, 1965, in Kalkaska.

He was a member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians and loved the outdoors.   He worked in tree service for many years and was very knowledgeable about great...