Oct 25, 2020

Ronald R. Marcoux, age 61, suddenly and unexpectedly died of a heart attack on October 25, 2020 in his home in Central Lake Michigan. He was a jack of all trades, able to do anything he set his mind to. He was particularly focused on his faith, which included teaching Bible studies and discussing theology with anyone. He enjoyed using his skills in sound, lighting,...

Oct 24, 2020

Rosemary Lane Prochaska's Obituary

 

Rosemary was born February 18, 1931 to Austrian immigrants Frank and Mary Fuik Wilfinger, who grew up 10 miles apart in Austria and met and married in Detroit. Rosemary attended Catholic school and studied in the convent for two years in high school.

 

Rosemary met and married Francis “Bud” Lane through her sister Pauline...

Oct 24, 2020

Angela J. Bingman (Martinchek), 37, formerly of Charlevoix, passed away October 24, 2020. She was born on September 22, 1983 in Charlevoix, the daughter of Moira (Wilson) and David Martinchek.

Angela’s bubbly personality could light up any room.  She loved her children dearly and was very loyal.  An animal lover, she participated in 4H as a young...

Oct 23, 2020

Phyllis Marie Smith Crawford, 93, of Bellaire, left the earth to begin her next great adventure, as she often called it, on Friday morning, October 23, 2020, from Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility. She even managed (during COVID) to begin her exit in time to allow her Bellaire daughters to be with her in person the last week of...

Oct 23, 2020

Virginia Marie Mosley, 97, formerly of Bellaire, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 at Fox Run Senior Living Community in Novi, MI.  She was born on March 4, 1923 in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of John and Anna May (Musser) Ketchum.

On January 31, 1943, Virginia married Donald Mosley in Keokuk.  Together they raised three children. ...

Oct 21, 2020

Felicia L. Sabatini,  101, of Alden, passed away on October 21, 2020 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.    No services will be held.    She will be buried in the Helena Township Cemetery in Alden.  Arrangements are being handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Oct 21, 2020

Larry Thomas Leiter, 53, of Mancelona passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at his home.  He was born on December 17, 1966 in Traverse City, MI, the son of Dale and Ursula (Gross) Leiter.

A full obituary will be posted in the near future.

Arrangements are in the care of the Mancelona Chapel of...

Oct 20, 2020

Mildred M. Stall, lovingly called Polly, was the only daughter of Nellie and Gilbert Stark of Green River, MI, died Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nellie and Gilbert Stark, and her husband, Robert W. Stall of Mancelona.

Mildred is survived by her four daughters, Jean (Michael) Marmo, Jane...

Oct 20, 2020

Marshall E. Brownell, 64, of East Jordan, passed away October 20, 2020 at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan.  Marshall was born May 7, 1956 in Bellaire, to Donald E. Brownell and Merilynn (Lewis) Brownell.

Marshall was an avid Northern Michigan hunter, fisher, and collector of various things.

Surviving Marshall are his parents Don...

Oct 19, 2020

Ruby Mae Collins, 94, of Mancelona passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire. She was born on July 3, 1926 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the daughter of Paul and Anna (Schoenrock) Morrison.

Ruby enjoyed crocheting, knitting, and travelling. The Christmas candies and cookies she baked were greatly anticipated each...

Oct 19, 2020

Fredrick Bolhuis, 101, of Ellsworth, died October 19, 2020 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire, arriving at his heavenly homeland on the 75th anniversary of his return to the States after WWII when he literally kissed the ground.

Fred was born April 18, 1919 in Banks Township, the 10th of William and Tena (Drenth) Bolhuis'...

Oct 19, 2020

Thomas “Tommy” Watros,  24, of East Jordan, passed away on October 19, 2020 at his home.

Tommy was born on August 4, 1996, in Petoskey, the son of William and Veronica (Hosler) Watros.

He was a fun-loving young man with a great personality.  He enjoyed people watching, especially at carnivals.   He loved the outdoors, fishing,...

Oct 19, 2020

Dolores Cleo Steiner, 98 of Bellaire passed away peacefully Monday, October 19, 2020 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

On November 8, 1921 Jake and Bethel (Knight) Youngedike welcomed their first daughter to their farm. Born, raised and educated in Central Lake, Dolores enjoyed bobsledding down Dean Hill and sliding all the way to the river.  In...

Oct 18, 2020

Lorraine Ann “Aunt Rain” Evans, 81 of Central Lake, died Sunday, October 18, 2020 at home.  She was born June 29, 1939 in Bellaire the daughter of Herman and Nora (Allers) Evans.

Lorraine graduated from Central Lake High School in 1957 and moved out West  to live and work for several years.  She moved home eventually retiring...

Oct 16, 2020

Skip Jacob Nothstine, 88, of Mancelona, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020 at his home.  He was born on August 10, 1932 in Mancelona, the son of Samuel and Clara (Olson) Nothstine.

Skip graduated from Mancelona High School in 1950, and went to work at the A&P store for a short time before enlisting in the...

Oct 14, 2020

Francis A. Rogers, 83 of Central Lake, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020 surrounded by his family.  He was born July 17, 1937 in Bellaire the son of John and Josephine (Kortanek) Rogers.

Francis retired from Dura Automotive after 35 years of dedicated service.  He was a loving husband and father who enjoyed spending time with his family,...

Oct 14, 2020

Rodney William Forbes, 54 of Ellsworth and formerly of Caledonia, died Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born January 5, 1966 in Grand Rapids, the son of Harold and Maxine (Blair) Forbes.

Rodney was a 1984 graduate of Caledonia High School.

He is survived by his mother Maxine...

Oct 11, 2020

Norma Jean Anderson , 84, of Mancelona, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2020 at her home with her children at her side.  She was born on June 23, 1936 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of George and Rose (Petix) Schmitt.

Norma loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She enjoyed golfing, cooking, and playing...

Oct 11, 2020

Martin Rubingh, age 87, of Ellsworth went to be with his Lord on October 11, 2020.  “Precious in the sight of the Lord are the death of His saints” Ps. 116:15.

Martin was a longtime member of the Farm Bureau and Gideons International.  He was also a member of the Chain O Lakes Church.  His desire for...

Oct 10, 2020

Kenneth J. Boss, 82, of Charlevoix passed away Saturday Oct 10th, 2020 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born on October 22, 1937 in Charlevoix, MI, the son of Jack and Francis (Carpenter) Boss.

Kenneth “Ken” was a 1955 graduate of Charlevoix High School and married Myrna Rae (Veenstra) Boss on November 8, 1958...