Obituaries

Robert C. Ford

Jul 31, 2016

“All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Psalm 139:16

Our Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Great Grandpa Robert Charles Ford passed away peacefully, quietly and in God’s perfect timing, July 31st, 2016.  He was compassionate, a man of his word, guided without judgment and was devoted to...

Susan H. March

Jul 30, 2016

Susan H. March, 89 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2016 at Aspen Ridge Retirement Village.

Born in Detroit on March 30, 1927, Susan was the daughter of Charles and Wilhelmina (Hendricks) Werksma.

She grew up in Lincoln Park.  Married to Dr. Walter R. March in 1955, they built a home in Dearborn Heights...

Pamela Marie Corbin

Jul 28, 2016

pPamela M. Corbin, 59 of Traverse City and formerly of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly in her home July 28, 2016. She was a kind, wonderful woman who brought sunshine and sun flowers where ever she went. She loved to be outside no matter the season and lived each day to the fullest. She loved every one she met but...

Dina Marie Davis

Jul 28, 2016

Dina Marie Davis, 47 of Gaylord and formerly of Vanderbilt, passed away at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey on Thursday, July 28, 2016.  Her family will remember her at a gathering to be held later.

Heather Renee Simpson

Jul 27, 2016

Heather Renee Simpson, 31 of Gaylord, passed away in Gaylord on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.  A beautiful soul now at peace, Heather was a kind bubbly person with a beautiful smile and will be greatly missed.

Born on December 9, 1984 in Royal Oak, Heather was the daughter of JR and Rene M. (Fabiano) Kalamejski.  A 2002...

Mark Allan Summerland

Jul 25, 2016

Mark Allan Summerland, 63, of Gaylord went home suddenly to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 25th, 2016.

Mark was born on September 24, 1952 in San Antonio, Texas. The son of Air Force parents, much of his childhood was spent on bases in Alaska, Kansas, Florida, and Texas.  In Mark’s high school...

Kyle D. Russell

Jul 25, 2016

Kyle D. Russell, 38 of Gaylord, passed away at Otsego Memorial Hospital on Monday, July 25, 2016.

Kyle was born December 18, 1977 in Kalkaska and was the adopted son of Gordon T. and Nancy J. (Whitley) Russell.  He was a 1996 graduate of Charlevoix High School where he was a member of the wrestling team.  During...

Teresa Jean Wilson

Jul 18, 2016

Teresa Jean Wilson, 46 of Grayling and formerly of Gaylord, passed away Monday, July 18, 2016 at Munson Healthcare, Grayling Hospital. Born November 13, 1969 in Grand Rapids, Teresa was the daughter of Jack C. and Jean S. Tripp.  She moved with her family to Gaylord in her teens.

A certified nurse assistant, Teresa worked for several years...

Brian D. Wolvin

Jul 17, 2016

Brian D. Wolvin, 62 of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2016 at Tendercare Gaylord.

The family has chosen to remember Brian privately.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com

Floyd A. Barnes

Jul 15, 2016

Floyd A. Barnes, 82 of Vanderbilt, passed away Friday, July 15, 2016 at Hilltop Manor Healthcare Center in Roscommon. Floyd was born in Otsego County on October 15, 1933. He was the son of Andrew and Geniva (Muma) Barnes.

For 20 years, Floyd served honorably and proudly in the United States Air Force during the Korean War...

The Rev. Arlo D. Peterson

Jul 9, 2016

The Rev. Arlo D. Peterson, 68 of Manton, passed away at home on Saturday, July 9, 2016.  Arrangements for a memorial service to be held later will be announced soon.

William J. "Will" Puhl Jr.

Jul 4, 2016

William J. “Will” Puhl Jr., 11 of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, July 4, 2016.

Born in Gaylord on January 26, 2005, Will was a much loved son of William John Sr. and Bonnie Jo (Ryckman) Puhl.

Will attended Gaylord Community Schools COP program.  He loved computers, computer and video games, reading...

George L. Ross

Jul 2, 2016

George Luther Ross, 91 of Gaylord, passed away at home peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2016 with his family at his side.  Born in Reed City on December 30, 1924, he was the son of Daniel “Red” and Clara Ross.  After living in Michigan’s thumb area for a few years, the family moved to an area of Shelby Township, then...

Gary L. Jewett

Jun 30, 2016

Gary L. Jewett, 77 of Indian River, passed away at home on Thursday, June 30, 2016.  Born and raised in Manistique, Gary was the son of Earl and Grace (Macritchie) Jewett.

A graduate of Manistique High School, Gary received his Bachelors Degree from Michigan Tech in 1961, his Masters Degree from Virginia Polytech in 1962 and his...

Gary Eugene Eaton

Jun 29, 2016

Gary Eugene Eaton, 74 of Boyne City, passed away at home on Wednesday, June 29, 2016.  In keeping with Gary's wishes, his family will remember him with a private family gathering.

Shirley A. Craine

Jun 25, 2016

Shirley A. Craine, 85 of Grayling, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2016 at Grayling Nursing and Rehabilitation Community.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be updated.

Please share your memories or personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com

Joyce E. Bur

Jun 24, 2016

Joyce E. Bur, 81 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Friday, June 24, 2016.  Born in Cheboygan on January 19, 1935, Joyce was the daughter of Robert and Pearl (Hanson) Dettman.

Joyce was a graduate of Cheboygan Schools.  She attended County Normal to become a teacher, and then taught school for several years in rural public...

Lucie Nauta

Jun 23, 2016

Lucie Nauta, 88 of Petoskey, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016 at home.

A memorial service will take place in the near future.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com

Deborah Lynn Zack

Jun 22, 2016

Deborah Lynn Zack, 59 of Johannesburg, passed away Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at her son’s home in Gaylord.

Born in Detroit on June 5, 1957, Debbie was the daughter of Harry and Theresa (Baranowski) Robotnik.

On July 24, 1976, Debbie married Daniel D. Zack.  They lived in Roseville for many years and Debbie worked at...

Sandra Lee "Sandy" Wybranowski

Jun 18, 2016

Sandra Lee “Sandy” Wybranowski, 70 of Bois Blanc Island and formerly of Kentwood and Rockford, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Hancock Haven Retirement Village in Cheboygan.

Born on September 13, 1945, Sandy was the daughter of Lee and Eula (Thren) Mayne.

She grew up in Chelsea and was a graduate of Chelsea High...