Obituaries
Robert Ray Olund
Nov 17, 2024
Robert Ray Olund, 75 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024, in Lewiston at his hunting cabin.
Born on November 25, 1948, in Bellaire, Bob was the son of Pardie and Elizabeth (Hale) Olund. Bob graduated from Gaylord High School in 1966, where he ran track and played coronet in the band.
Bob served honorably in the United States Navy for...
Robert Keith Green
Oct 19, 2024
Robert Keith Green, 86 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Born in Muskegon, Michigan on April 14, 1938, Bob was the son of Loren and Ula (Loshaw) Green.
On August 6, 1955, Bob and Irene O’Rourke were married at his parents’ home in Vanderbilt. Initially, Bob worked at Higgins Industries in Vanderbilt for ten years.
He and Irene...
George W. Riness
Apr 22, 2025
George W. Riness, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and cherished friend, departed this world on April 22, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan, leaving behind a legacy steeped in warmth and laughter. Born on January 4, 1959, in Cheboygan, Michigan, George was a steadfast presence in the lives of all who knew him. He lived a life rich with simple pleasures and...
Leonard J. Nelson
Apr 19, 2025
Leonard J. Nelson, 79 of Boyne City, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
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DeWayne Annabel
Apr 18, 2025
DeWayne Annabel, 63 of Grayling, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2025, at Munson Medical Center.
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Marjorie E. Ahrenberg
Apr 16, 2025
Marjorie E. Ahrenberg, a gentle spirit whose presence graced the world since January 2, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, was called to her eternal rest on April 16, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan. She departed this life unexpectedly, having fallen at her beloved Gaylord Methodist Church while lovingly delivering baked treats—a testament to her nurturing nature and the kindness woven into the...
Bruce A. Cheshire
Apr 15, 2025
Bruce A. Cheshire, 56 of Guliver, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Cheboygan.
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Ronald Benz
Apr 14, 2025
Ronald Benz, 80, of Elmira, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, with his two daughters by his side. Born on January 23, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Emil and Jennie (Milinski) Benz.
On January 28, 1966, he married the love of his life, Mary Jane (Brooks). He was a dedicated professional who spent his career working...
Scott E. Fox
Apr 13, 2025
Scott E. Fox, 57 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at home. Born June 24, 1967, in Gaylord, the son of Ronald and Hazel (Caddick) Fox.
In 1986, Scott graduated from Gaylord High School. Upon graduation, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving for four years. Having a great wealth of respect for the military, he...
Alexandria "Elsie" Matuszak
Apr 11, 2025
Alexandria “Elsie” Matuszak, 86 of Elmira, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, while vacationing with her daughter and some of her grandchildren in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Born in Elmira on December 27, 1938, she was the daughter of Theodore and Agnes (Boris) Wallick.
Elsie graduated from Gaylord St. Mary High School in 1957 and married the love of her life, Richard...
Michael Jerome Barrette
Apr 10, 2025
Michael Jerome Barrette, 63 of Indian River, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord.
Born October 27, 1961, in Cheboygan, he is the son of Jerome D. and Barbara J. (Schramm) Barrette. He was a lifelong area resident.
Mike worked in the area at Weyerhauser in Frederic, Burt Lake Marina, and last as the produce...
Kenneth J. Craig
Apr 9, 2025
Kenneth James Craig, 85 of Boyne City and Cross Village passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Munson Memorial Hospital in Charlevoix, MI.
Ken was born on April 14, 1939, in Flint, Michigan to Clinton and Wilma Craig. Before his graduation from Michigan State University, Ken spent two summers working in the state of Alaska.
Ken worked for and retired in...
Karl H. Blancke
Apr 9, 2025
Karl H. Blancke, 77 of Roscommon, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Mission Pointe Nursing.
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James P. VanLiew
Apr 9, 2025
James P. VanLiew, 55 of Boyne City, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at home.
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Mary A. Karsten
Apr 7, 2025
Mary A. Karsten, 70 of Petoskey, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
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Richard P. Evans
Apr 7, 2025
Richard P. Evans, 63 of Petoskey, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
A memorial gathering will take place at a later date.
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Darcy A. Trueworthy
Apr 7, 2025
Darcy Ann Trueworthy, 67 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025, at home, with her daughter by her side. Born November 29, 1957, in Waterville, Maine, the daughter of Richard and Jaqueline (Ashford) Trueworthy.
Darcy worked many jobs and had many different lives but once her youngest was born she took on the hardest job of a lifetime, a stay...
Julia Marie Prusakiewicz
Apr 7, 2025
Julia Marie (Switalski) Prusakiewicz, a beloved matriarch and devoted member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2025, at the tender age of 103, surrounded by family at August Haus Assisted Living in Gaylord. Born on April 16, 1921, in Gaylord, she carved a remarkable life that spanned over a century, filled with love, laughter, and a deep...
Eleanor J. Francis
Apr 3, 2025
Eleanor Joan Francis, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Aspen Ridge Retirement Village.
Born in Vanderbilt on March 24, 1938, she was the daughter of Carl and Julia (Strzynski) Cherwinski. Eleanor was a lifelong area resident.
A longtime State of Michigan employee, Eleanor worked in food service at the former Alpine Center in Gaylord before its closing. Later...
Michael A. Stephenson
Apr 1, 2025
Michael A. Stephenson, 73 of Johannesburg, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his mothers home in Brutus.
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