Obituaries
William M. (Bill) Kirt
Feb 15, 2026
William M. "Bill" Kirt, 64 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements and obituary information are pending and will follow soon.
Carolee E. Motry
Feb 15, 2026
Carolee E. Motry, 82 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Medilodge.
A memorial service will take place 11:00 AM Monday, February 23, 2026, at Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where the family will visit with friends beginning at 10:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family, Beth Burrell, through the funeral...
William B. Jones
Feb 14, 2026
William B. Jones, 87 of Pellston, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026 at Villa at the Bay.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
William B. Jones
Feb 14, 2026
William B. Jones, 87 of Pellston, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026 at The Villa at the Bay in Petoskey. Arrangements are pending and will follow soon.
Joanne Marie Shangle
Feb 12, 2026
Joanne Marie Shangle, 69 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Medilodge of Gaylord. In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.
Joan Ilene Mullins
Feb 8, 2026
Joan Ilene Mullins, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Medilodge of Gaylord.Born October 23, 1939 in Troy, Michigan, she was the daughter of Clarence and Ann (Davies) Kather. Joan grew up in Troy, Michigan and graduated from Troy High School in 1957. She furthered her education at Oakland Community College, receiving her Associate Degree in Nursing.On October...
Donald Frederick Ebel
Feb 8, 2026
Donald Ebel was born in Sebewaing, MI, the eldest of eight siblings. He spent most of his life in Flint, and Burton, Michigan.He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Mary Lou Ebel; and his parents Frederick and Lydia Ebel.He is survived by his two children, Michael Elta of Petoskey, Michigan, and Kathy Boyer of Rotunda West, Florida. He...
Patricia Lynn Lawes
Feb 7, 2026
Patricia Lynn Lawes, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, at the age of 63, surrounded by the love she cherished so deeply. Born on January 10, 1963, Patricia dedicated her life to caring for others, finding great fulfillment as a Hospice Aide with Hospice of Michigan. Her compassionate spirit and unwavering commitment to those...
David R. Iwema
Feb 4, 2026
David R. Iwema, 64 of Atlanta, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at home.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Nancy L. Saastamoinen
Feb 4, 2026
Nancy L. Saastamoinen, 89 of Lewiston, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Medilodge in Gaylord.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages on her guestbook below.
John Milton Doyle
Feb 1, 2026
John Milton Doyle, 78 of Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026 at McLaren Northern Michigan. Complete obituary information is pending and will follow soon.
Robert L. Schollenberg
Jan 31, 2026
Robert L. Schollenberg, 87 of Indian River, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Donna Lou Olds
Jan 31, 2026
Donna Lou (Welliver) Olds, born May 16, 1937 in Mancelona, Michigan, peacefully passed away January 31, 2026, with her family by her side, at the age of 88. She leaves behind her children; Debra Sutherland, Mike (Barbara) Olds, Chris (Vicki) Olds, and Rebecca (David) VanderPloeg; her cherished grandchildren, Christopher (Jade) Olds, Joshua (Luky) Olds, Andrew (Nicole) Olds, Amanda Olds, Elissa...
Helen Reaume Crombe
Jan 30, 2026
Helen Reaume Crombe, born on August 24, 1925, in St. Paul, MN, passed away surrounded by loved ones in Petoskey, Michigan on Friday, January 30, 2026.A dedicated mother and accomplished realtor, Helen leaves behind cherished memories with her son Ralph (Margaret) Pagnucco, daughter Tina (Robert Thornbladh) Pagnucco, as well as her beloved grandchildren, Ian Zastrow, Jacob (Monica) Zastrow, Melissa Wallace,...
Deloris A. Lozuaway
Jan 30, 2026
Deloris A. Lozuaway, 72 of Petoskey, passed away Friday, January 30, 2026, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories or personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
ReaMel J. Cobe
Jan 29, 2026
Reamel J. Cobe, born on December 7, 1963, in Jackson, Michigan, passed away on January 29, 2026. She dedicated her professional life to the field of medical sonography, providing compassionate care as part of the team at Petoskey Surgeons. ReaMel's commitment to her work was matched by her love for the beauty of nature and the joy of spending time...
Dennis Bruce Crabill
Jan 29, 2026
Dennis Bruce Crabill, a beloved member of the Gaylord community, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 29, 2026. He was 78.
Born on April 26, 1947, in Findlay, Ohio, Dennis, known affectionately as Denny,was the son of Paul and Eleanor Crabill. Denny had a lifelong passion for music which began as a child when he took accordion lessons, planting the seeds...
Joel D. Quay
Jan 28, 2026
Joel David Quay passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2026, at the age of 40. He spent his final waking moments enjoying one of his greatest passions, snowmobiling in beautiful Northern Michigan.
Joel was a beloved son, grandson, spouse, stepdad, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. His presence brightened every room, and his kindness made people feel truly seen and valued. He...
Dean C. Varty
Jan 26, 2026
Dean Charles Varty, 78 of Gaylord, went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2026. He was born on January 27, 1947, in Minot, North Dakota, where his journey through life began and unfolded into an inspiring testament of faith, kindness, and unwavering generosity.
An active member of Peace Lutheran Church, Dean found a true sense of home among...
Stephanie Risdon-Zewatski
Jan 26, 2026
Stephanie Risdon-Zewatski, 76 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at Aspen Ridge. Born in Detroit, MI on December 7, 1949, the daughter of Edmond Sr., and June (Stevenson) Risdon.She is survived by her husband, William Zewatski; her brother, Ed Jr., (Barb) Risdon of Beverly Hills, MI; her sister, Pamela (Don) Hagel of Arizona and nieces and nephews.She proudly...
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