Obituaries

Jul 21, 2020

Robert Joseph Matts, 82, passed away in the early morning hours of July 21, 2020 at Hiland Cottage.  Robert, known as Bob, was the first son born to LeRoy and Rose (Damer) Matts on Dec 13, 1937 in Johannesburg, MI. The family moved to Boyne City in the early 1950’s where Bob lived the rest of his life, exactly...

Jul 19, 2020

David L. McClain, 68 of Vanderbilt, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, July 19, 2020 after a 9 year battle with Multiple Myeloma.  Despite the challenges his illness threw at him, Dave lived his life to the fullest.

Born on July 3, 1952 in Hillsdale, he lived his early years with his family...

Jul 17, 2020

William Lewis Diener, Jr. passed away July 17, 2020.  He was a long-time resident of Boca Raton, Florida, and recently became a seasonal resident in Harbor Springs, Michigan, where he passed away.

Bill was an optimist and a gentleman to the core. He always took the high road and always saw the good in others and in...

Jul 16, 2020

Gerald Stevens, 79 of Vanderbilt, passed away at home on Thursday, July 16, 2020.  At this time, his family will remember him privately.

Jul 15, 2020

Ellamae J. Smith, 90 of Alanson, passed away Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

Jul 13, 2020

Jerry L. Ryan, 72 of Alanson, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Jul 11, 2020

Theresa J. "Terri" Perttu, 67 of Levering, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 11, 2020.   Additional information will follow later.

Jul 11, 2020

Dennis Paul Kucel, 64 of Gaylord, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2020 at Munson Healthcare Otsegp Memorial Hospital.  His family has chosen to remember him privately.

Jul 10, 2020

Daryl K. Millsap, 32 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, July 10, 2020 at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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

Jul 10, 2020

Ivan Dewitt Bearup, 79 of Walloon Lake, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 10, 2020.

Ivan was born on November 3, 1940 in Alanson, Michigan.  He was the son of Dewitt and Gretchen (Webb) Bearup.  He was a 1959 graduate of Petoskey High School.  On March 31, 1962, Ivan married Sharon Ann Biallas.

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Jul 4, 2020

Mitchell J. MacKay, 77 of East Jordan, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.

In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Jul 4, 2020

Joe P. Johnston, 71 of East Jordan, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020 at McLaren Northern Michigan from complications of exposure to Agent Orange. Born in Alpharetta, GA., he was the son of John and Portia (Ethridge) Johnston.

Joe proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp from 1966 -1970, where he received a Bronze...

Jul 4, 2020

Michael G. Andrews, 59, of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on July 4th, 2020.  A Gaylord resident since 1999, Mike left a legacy of love, fun and humor. Born in Saginaw on April 26, 1961, Mike graduated from Howe Military School in Indiana in 1979 where he loved to return for reunions with the many fellow...

Jul 4, 2020

Barbara Ann (Meden) Shampine (71) of Gaylord passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2020, with her husband at her side, holding her hand.

Barb was born August 19, 1948, the daughter of Edward and Mary Meden.  Barb was employed as a bookkeeper for B&C in Cheboygan and Glen's Family Market in Gaylord.

On September...

Jul 4, 2020

Mark L. Knight “Red”, 65 of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, July 4, 2020. Born in Wyandotte on April 8, 1955, he was the son of Hal and Elva (Schwartz) Knight.

Mark proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a truck driver for many years and was a member of the Trinity Lutheran...

Jul 3, 2020

Robert B. Pogue III, 68 of Harbor Springs, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020 at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

Jun 29, 2020

Barbara A. (Garlick) Lucas, 81 of Lewiston, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020 at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital. Born in Mancelona on November 9, 1938, she was the daughter of George and Catherine (Rostar) Garlick.

Barbara lived most of her life in the Mancelona area, where she worked and raised her children. After retiring in 2000,...

Jun 26, 2020

Marilyn Cron Grey, 91 of Gaylord, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2020.

Born in Detroit, Michigan on April 16, 1929, she was the daughter of John and Olga (Marske) Schigoda.  Marilyn grew up in Detroit with her parents, her sister Adaleen and her brother Leroy.  She was a 1946 graduate of Detroit’s Denby High School....

Jun 25, 2020

Della M. Russell, 82 of Alba, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020 at home. Born in Kentucky on April 9, 1938, she was the daughter of Everett and Julia Blevins.

On July 1, 1955, Della married Milton, the love of her life. Together, they had six children. Della was a stay at home, raising her children and...

Jun 25, 2020

Harold W. Barker, 89 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Thursday, June 25, 2020.

Born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on May 18, 1931, he was the son of Floyd and Elma (Muhn) Barker.

He served in the United States Army during the Korean War.  He was discharges on May 21, 1952.  He was a life...