Obituaries

Lacey Ranee Churches

Lacey Ranee Churches

Apr 15, 2024

Lacey Ranee Churches, 32 of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 15, 2024

 

Born in Gaylord on December 21, 1991, she is the daughter of Gary and Donna (Robinson) Churches.  She spent her life in Vanderbilt and Gaylord.

 

Lacey enjoyed camping, fishing, trips to the upper peninsula, and cooking.  She loved her family and spending time with them at...

Carla Rae Bischoff

Carla Rae Bischoff

Apr 14, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our beloved Carla Rae (Boening) Bischoff, of Petoskey, MI. She entered the path to eternal life, surrounded by her family on Sunday April 14, 2024, after a short battle with cancer at the age of 69. 

From Carla’s early to mid-teens, she spent countless hours practicing for the figure skating competitions...

James Gerald Kunisch

James Gerald Kunisch

Apr 11, 2024

James (Jim) Gerald Kunisch, 78, passed away on April 11,2024 at his home in Gaylord, MI. 

Jim was born on January 9, 1946, to Norman and Esther Kunisch in Sebewaing, MI. After graduating from Sebewaing High School in 1964, Jim attended Central Michigan University and graduated with a BS in Biology. After graduation he joined the family business, Kunisch Clothing, and...

Kathy L. Pientak

Kathy L. Pientak

Apr 10, 2024

Kathy L. Pientak, 68 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below. 

Christina Marie Lott

Christina Marie Lott

Apr 9, 2024

Our Angel on earth, Christina Marie Lott (Stauble) has left this world for holier pastures on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.  At only 48 years old, Christina was a joy that will not soon be forgotten.  She was born August 14, 1975, in Pontiac, Michigan to Cherylynn and Michael Stauble. With eyes as blue as the sky and love just as vast,...

Frances Carol Dipzinski

Frances Carol Dipzinski

Apr 9, 2024

Frances Carol Dipzinski, 79 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Aspen Ridge. Born on July 9, 1944, in Detroit, she was the daughter of John and Julia Erjavac (Stajniger).

Frances grew up in Harper Woods, MI, where she attended St. Jude Grade School and was a graduate of Regina High School and then became a beautician. She then...

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer

Apr 8, 2024

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer of Gaylord, MI moved on to her final home with her Lord on April 8, 2024.  She thrived as she lived for the Lord, and benefited beautifully, for Him, herself, and others, from the time she came to know Him, through the rest of her days.

Mrs. Greer attended Blue Mountain Girls College in Tennessee and Baylor...

Darlene M. Olund

Darlene M. Olund

Apr 6, 2024

Darlene M. Olund (Doll), 72 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at home. Born in Gaylord on February 3, 1952, she was the daughter of Steven and Anna Berlinski (Szczesna). 

 

On July 15, 1972, she married the love of her life, Bob. For over 20 years she was a beautician in Gaylord. Darlene enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, spending time...

Carolyn Ann Cloutier

Carolyn Ann Cloutier

Apr 6, 2024

Carolyn Ann Cloutier, 88 of Boyne City, formerly of Harbor Springs passed away on April 6, 2024.   She was a loving daughter, wife, sister and aunt.

Carolyn was born on January 18, 1936, in Ecorse Michigan to parents Ida and Edward Daniel Smith. She was a graduate of Ecorse High School and was a long-time employee of Ford Motor Company...

Robert LaLond

Robert LaLond

Apr 5, 2024

Robert LaLond, 68 of Cheboygan, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at Golden Beach Manor. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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

Kenneth J. Schneider

Kenneth J. Schneider

Apr 4, 2024

Kenneth James Schneider, 51 of Gaylord, passed away at home with his family on Thursday, April 4, 2024.Born on October 15, 1972, in West Branch, he is the son of Ervin and Beverly (Grezeszak) Schneider.  After graduating from Ogemaw Heights High School, he went on to receive an associate degree in welding and mechanical drawing from Kirtland Community College.He worked...

Jolee A. Nelson

Jolee A. Nelson

Apr 4, 2024

Jolee A. Nelson, 67 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at home.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his website below. 

Johnny W. Cryderman

Johnny W. Cryderman

Apr 4, 2024

Johnny W. Cryderman, 79 of Vanderbilt, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024, at home with family by his side. Born in Flint, Michigan on September 13, 1944, he was the son of William and Betty (Bishop) Cryderman.

 

On April 16, 1966, Johnny married the love of his life, Kathy (Renard) at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Vanderbilt. Their marriage was the...

Dennis B. LeVasseur

Dennis B. LeVasseur

Apr 2, 2024

Dennis B. LeVasseur, 79 of Charlevoix, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix. No services are planned at this time.Please share your memories and personal messages on his guestbook below.

Raymond Milton Mouch

Raymond Milton Mouch

Apr 1, 2024

Raymond Milton Mouch, 98 of Gaylord Michigan, was taken by his Lord to his eternal home Monday, April 1, 2024, at Munson Medical Center surrounded by loving hearts near and far. Born March 2, 1926, in Detroit, MI. He was the son of George and Johanna Mouch.

 

Raymond served in the US Navy and US Army in WWII and the Korean...

Carol S. Fredrickson

Carol S. Fredrickson

Mar 31, 2024

Carol S. Fredrickson, 80 of Comins, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at home. A funeral mass to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at 10:00 am at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Mio, MI. There will be a light lunch served at the church hall after burial service at the Clinton Township Cemetery in Comins,...

Brian L. Gere

Brian L. Gere

Mar 30, 2024

Brian L Gere, 51, of Gaylord passed away at home with family by his side on March 30, 2024. Brian was born March 6, 1973, to Eugene Richard Gere and Nancy Kathlene (Pruitt) Gere.

Brian was known for having a free spirit, often found outdoors, enjoying bonfires, and listening to his music. He enjoyed hunting and fishing but, most of all,...

Milton Ray Russell

Milton Ray Russell

Mar 30, 2024

Milton Ray Russell (87), of Alba MI, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, with his family by his side.

Milton was born November 30, 1936, to Clarence and Almeda Russell of Franklin Furnace, Ohio, as one of 16 children.

On July 1, 1955, after a two-week whirlwind courtship, Milton married the love of his life, Della “Marie” Blevins. He remained a...

Travis W. Fleming

Travis W. Fleming

Mar 28, 2024

Staff Sergeant Travis William Fleming, 31, of Grayling passed away unexpectedly due to fatal injuries sustained in a tragic skiing accident at Boyne Mountain Resort on Thursday, March 28, 2024. 

He was born on May 30, 1992, to Robert Thomas Fleming and Kimberly Ann Fleming [Knisely] in Pontiac, Michigan. In 2010, Travis graduated from Rockford High School and enlisted in the...

Patricia Blanche Kerr

Patricia Blanche Kerr

Mar 28, 2024

Patricia Blanche Kerr, 84 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at home.  In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.

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