Obituaries
Julie A. Koprowicz
Dec 16, 2025
OBITUARY
Julie Ann Benton Koprowicz age 64 from Gaylord, passed away from an unexpected illness on December 16, 2025, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Julie was born in Detroit and grew up on the west side with her parents Gerry and Donna Benton, and brother and sister Gary and Diane. Julie attended St Suzanne's elementary in Detroit...
William M. "BJ" Munson
May 13, 2026
William M. "BJ" Munson, 44 of Gaylord passed away at home. Obituary and memorial service information are pending and will follow soon.
Mary A. Jones
May 12, 2026
Mary A. Jones, 66 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at home, with her son by her side.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Rodney George Rubus
May 11, 2026
Rodney George Rubus, 72 of Gaylord, took his last flight to his heavenly home on Monday, May 11, 2026, after an 18 month courageous battle with brain cancer.Born in Dearborn, MI to George and Margaret Rubus, he was the youngest of three sons. After graduating from University of Michigan, he entered the United State Marine Corp where he proudly served...
Joseph Francis Prebenda
May 11, 2026
Joseph F. Prebenda, 70 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at home.Born March 9, 1956, in Dearborn, Joe was the first born child of Ronald J. and Margaret M. (Mallon) Prebenda. He was also the first born grandchild to both sets of grandparents.After graduating from Bishop Borgess High School in Redford in 1974, Joe attended Northern Michigan University in...
Margaret J. Stamper
May 9, 2026
Margaret J. Stamper, 85 of Germfask, passed away Saturday, May 09, 2026 at McLaren Northern Michigan. The family has chosen to remember her privately. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on the guestbook below.
Delores M. MacGregor
May 8, 2026
Delores May (Jozwiak) MacGregor 91 of Roscommon, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2026.
Delores May (Jozwiak) MacGregor was born to Dora Samkovak and Frank Jozwiak on February 2, 1935, at home in Vanderbilt MI. She was raised from two weeks old by her Grandparents Cecelia Jozwiak and Ernest McKenzie. In her early teens, when her grandmother's health declined, her...
Jacequeline Lee France
May 8, 2026
Jacequeline Lee (Short) France, age 83 of Gaylord, Michigan passed away peacefully on May 8,2026, at the Hospice House in Traverse City, Michigan. She was born on September 30, 1943, to Kenneth and Betty (Pung) Short in Lansing, Michigan.
On May 7, 1966, she married William Russell France III her first love. During William's service with the Michigan State Police, the couple lived...
Barbara Ann Plunkett
May 7, 2026
Barbara A. Plunkett, age 84, passed away on May 7, 2026, in Gaylord, Michigan. She was born on January 8, 1942.
A lifelong educator, Barbara served as a music teacher for the Springcreek School and the Miami East School District. She is fondly remembered by generations of former students for her caring heart and the familiar sight of her glasses resting...
Judy C. Taylor
May 6, 2026
Judy Carol Taylor (nee Grace) was born on April 22nd,1940, in the small mining community of Kettle Island, Kentucky to Lena Grace (nee Elliot) and Malcom Grace. She went to her eternal home on Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, while residing at Boulder Park Terrace in Charlevoix, Michigan.
Judy is survived by her son, Tim Hendrickson (Barbara) of Midland, daughters, Elena...
Naomi Jane Smith
May 5, 2026
Naomi Jane Smith, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at home.Born in Detroit, Michigan on August 8, 1938, she was the daughter of Thomas and Mary (Andrews) Costie. Naomi grew up in Roseville and was a graduate of Fitzgerald High School in Warren.Naomi was a woman of strong faith and she enjoyed attending Gaylord E-Free Church.She was a long time...
Joan I. Shall
May 4, 2026
Joan Shall, 91, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, in Cheboygan.
The family has chosen to remember her privately. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on the guestbook below.
Ronald M. Haupricht
May 3, 2026
Ronald M. Haupricht, 80 of Gaylord, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 3, 2026, with his third wife, Judy of 45 years by his side.He was born June 9, 1945, in Toledo Ohio, the son of Merle and Betty Haupricht. Ron retired from International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Asbestos Workers, Local 45 in Toledo, Ohio in...
Linda L. Spoutz
May 3, 2026
Linda L. Spoutz, 86 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at The Brook.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Norbert Reginald Sklark
May 1, 2026
Norbert "Norb" Sklark, 89, of Gaylord, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, surrounded by his immediate family.
He is lovingly remembered by his children, Edward and Susan, their spouses, Ana and Diniz, as well as his siblings, Dolores, Virginia, and Donald.
Born and raised in Gaylord, Norb graduated from Gaylord High School before proudly serving his country in...
Thomas W. Croff
Apr 27, 2026
Thomas Wesley Croff, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at Mclaren Northern Michigan Hospital surrounded by his family.
Born at home in Levering, Michigan, on April 5, 1944. Tom was the son of Maynard and Opal Croff and was preceded in death by his older siblings Beverly Shull, and Barry Croff, as...
Richard B. "Dick" Green
Apr 27, 2026
Richard B. "Dick" Green, 78, of Gaylord, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Monday, April 27, 2026.
Dick was born on September 4, 1947, in Bay City, Michigan, to James and Elsie (Lohrke) Green. He graduated from Bay City Central High School in 1965.
On September 6, 1969, Dick married the love of his life, Debbie Shank, at...
Shirley J. Breaugh
Apr 26, 2026
Shirley J. Breaugh, 63 of Mancelona Township, passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.
Born February 17, 1963, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, she was the daughter of Richard and Betty (Holton) Farr. Shirley grew up in Taylor, Michigan and was a graduate of Truman High School. She furthered her education at Davenport University, receiving an associates...
Cynthia L. Whitman
Apr 22, 2026
Cynthia L. "Cyndi" Whitman passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, with her family by her side. She was 66 years old.
She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Vroon.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Patrick Whitman of Indian River; her daughter, Amy Whitman of Indian River; her son, David Whitman of Petoskey; and her mother,...
Linda Lee Felton
Apr 22, 2026
Linda Lee Felton, 82, of Boyne City, Michigan passed away surrounded by her family on April 22, 2026. Linda was defined by her vibrant spirit, her dedication to the Boyne City community, and her unwavering love for family. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and laughter and lived her life with purpose and a true commitment to others.
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