Obituaries

Patricia M. Hawkins

Patricia M. Hawkins

Dec 27, 2024

Patricia M. Hawkins, 83 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024, at Medilodge.

The family has chosen to remember her privately. 

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

Elizabeth L. Honeysette

Elizabeth L. Honeysette

Dec 22, 2024

Elizabeth L. Honeysette, 93 of Alanson, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at home. 

The family will remember her privately. 

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

Bonnie L. Schreur

Bonnie L. Schreur

Dec 22, 2024

Bonnie L. Schreur, 93 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at home. 

The summer heat brought Gus and Rhoda (Gault) Olund a beautiful daughter in July 1931. A daughter whose journey would cross 93 wonderful years both starting and ending in Gaylord, MI. 

Bonnie was to all who knew her kind, charming, and painfully stubborn. She loved like she played...

Pamela Jean Welsh

Pamela Jean Welsh

Dec 21, 2024

Pamela Jean Welsh, 77 of Johannesburg, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital.

Born in Defiance, Ohio, Pam was the daughter of Leighton and Mildred (Keezer) Dull.

Pam and the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Welsh were married in Johannesburg on August 7, 1965, after he returned from serving in the United States Army. They raised their...

Dennis William Standen

Dennis William Standen

Dec 20, 2024

Dennis William Standen, 81 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, at home.

Born June 26, 1943, in Rogers City, Dennis was the son of William and Valderine (DuBois) Standen. He grew up in Rogers City, where he married his high school sweetheart, Janet Kasuba, on November 23, 1963.

Dennis served in the U.S. Navy for almost four years. He and...

Sharron Joy England

Sharron Joy England

Dec 20, 2024

Sharron Joy England

Our beautiful, sweet mother passed away peacefully at home, Friday December 20, 2024. Surrounded by family and her beloved cat, Mr. Blue. She was 84 years old.

She was born January 31, 1940 in Detroit to Bert and Ethel Joy Martens.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna (Scott) Logan; son Donald (Wendy) DeMeulenaere II; brothers, Bruce(Susan) Martens, Richard(Mary) Martens,...

Joseph Peter Laslo Jr.

Joseph Peter Laslo Jr.

Dec 19, 2024

Joseph Peter Laslo Jr., 96 of Waters, Michigan passed away at Munson Grayling Hospital on Thursday, December 19, 2024.  His family has chosen to remember him privately.

Terry E. "Wrong Way" Kolean

Terry E. "Wrong Way" Kolean

Dec 19, 2024

Terry Eldon "Wrong Way" Kolean, 83 of Elmira, passed away at home on Thursday, December 19, 2024.  His family has chosen to remember him privately.

Kelsey Nicole Pallas

Kelsey Nicole Pallas

Dec 18, 2024

Kelsey Nicole Pallas, a beloved daughter, sister, friend, tragically left us on December 18, 2024, at the young age of 28. Born on July 3, 1996, in Gaylord, Kelsey was a bright light whose presence brought joy and warmth to everyone fortunate enough to know her. 

A proud graduate of Gaylord High School’s Class of 2013, Kelsey pursued her passion for...

Richard Wojtkowiak

Richard Wojtkowiak

Dec 17, 2024

Richard Wojtkowiak, 96 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at August Haus. Born April 8, 1928, in Gaylord, the son of Casimir and Mary (Piasecki) Wojtkowiak.

On August 27, 1955, at St. Mary Cathedral, Richard married the love of his life, Marie. They had three children and created a beautiful life together. For many years, Richard worked at Wicks...

Loretta Jane Warner

Loretta Jane Warner

Dec 16, 2024

Loretta Jane Warner, 83 of Gaylord, passed away at Medilodge of Gaylord on Monday, December 16, 2024. Arrangements for a memorial gathering and interment at Hebron Township Cemetery will follow later.  Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.  

Mark A. Lee

Mark A. Lee

Dec 15, 2024

It's with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mark Anthony Lee on December 15,2024, in Alanson, MI. Mark was born on September 26,1964, to Anthony (Tony) and Shirley Lee of DeTour, MI. 

Mark attended DeTour high school, lived in California then returned home to Alanson, MI. He was a Tool & Die Welder. 

Mark leaves two brothers, Anthony (Tony)...

William S. De Roos

William S. De Roos

Dec 14, 2024

William S. DeRoos, affectionately known as "Bill," passed away on December 14, 2024, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey, Michigan. He was born on May 12, 1946, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to William and Lucille DeRoos.

 Bill graduated from Godwin Heights High School in Wyoming, Michigan, in 1964. A talented electrician, he earned his master electrical license and began working for...

Frankie Joe Schweizer

Frankie Joe Schweizer

Dec 14, 2024

Frankie Joe Schweizer, 61 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Sheryl Anne Miller

Sheryl Anne Miller

Dec 14, 2024

Sheryl Anne Miller, 61 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.

Born in Garden City, Michigan on June 3, 1963, she was the daughter of Cecil and Patricia Foley.

Sheryl was a stay-at-home mom who kept busy with her three daughters. Always a social person, she enjoyed gathering with friends and family.

Sheryl was preceded...

Norman L. Fredrickson

Norman L. Fredrickson

Dec 14, 2024

Norman Lynn Fredrickson, 85 of Comins, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 at Wellspring Lutheran Services in Fairview.  Other details will follow later.

Douglas L. Kubicek

Douglas L. Kubicek

Dec 12, 2024

Douglas L. Kubicek, 73 of Mackinaw City, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024 at Pinecrest Village in Mackinaw City.  His family has chosen to remember him privately.

Ronald L. Willis

Ronald L. Willis

Dec 11, 2024

Ronald L. Willis, 75 of Boyne City, passed away at home on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.  His family will remember him privately.

Sandra Lee Boguth

Sandra Lee Boguth

Dec 10, 2024

Sandra Lee Boguth, 80 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.

Karen A. Hancox

Karen A. Hancox

Dec 9, 2024

Karen A. Hancox, 77 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024, at McReynolds Hall, with her son and daughter by her side. Born on August 13, 1947, in Detroit, the daughter of Thaddeus and Ella (Gagnon) Liss. 

Karen enjoyed playing bingo, going on road trips and watching her granddaughters sporting events. Her greatest pride and joy was her family. She...

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