Obituaries

Sharon J. Miller

Sharon J. Miller

Dec 2, 2025

Sharon Josephine Miller, 87 of Gaylord and formerly of Hayward, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at The Porches.

A full obituary will be updated.

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Shirley J. Swadling

Shirley J. Swadling

Dec 2, 2025

Shirley J. Swadling, 83 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately. 

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Ann M. Seymour

Ann M. Seymour

Dec 1, 2025

Ann Marie Seymour, 82, of Atlanta, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home, with her devoted husband, Thom, by her side.

Born on December 20, 1942, in Millington, Michigan, to the late Charlie and Evelyn Muntin, Ann’s early life was shaped by a strong sense of family and community. In 1978, she married the love of...

Carol A. Bradsher

Carol A. Bradsher

Dec 1, 2025

Carol A. Bradsher, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025, at The Brook. 

The family will remember her privately.

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Donna J. Marshall

Donna J. Marshall

Nov 30, 2025

Donna J. Marshall, 53 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at home. 

She was known as the "friendly girl with the bandana."

She is the daughter of Curtis and Linda Marshall. 

The family will remember her privately. 

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Jerry R. Cherwinski

Jerry R. Cherwinski

Nov 30, 2025

Jerry R. Cherwinski, 72 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at University Hospital in Ann Arbor.

A memorial gathering will take place in the spring.

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

Robert G. Elam

Robert G. Elam

Nov 27, 2025

Robert G. Elam, 94 of Vanderbilt, and formerly of Florida, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025 at his son's Vanderbilt home.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Donald W. Sutton

Donald W. Sutton

Nov 27, 2025

Donald Wayne Sutton, 84 of Petoskey, passed away on November 27, 2025. Born on December 4, 1940, in Charlevoix, Michigan, he was a proud graduate of Charlevoix High School, completing his education in 1959.

Donald served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1965, stationed in Germany. During his military service, he earned honors as a sharpshooter and was honorably...

Eileen P. Vogt

Eileen P. Vogt

Nov 25, 2025

Eileen Patricia Vogt (Devitt) was born in Detroit on September 22, 1931. She was a first-generation American, the daughter of Irish immigrants Michael and Margaret Devitt. Throughout her life she maintained a steadfast pride in her Irish heritage combined with deeply patriotic devotion to the United States. Not surprisingly, two of her favorite holidays were St. Patrick’s Day and the...

Scott L. Rigot

Scott L. Rigot

Nov 24, 2025

Scott L. Rigot, 63 of Cheboygan, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at home. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Larry A. Schlak

Larry A. Schlak

Nov 24, 2025

Larry Schlak, 73 years of age, grew up in Hillman, Michigan on Edgar Rd. He was born to Otto and Marjorie Schlak in Rogers City, Michigan on January 25, 1952, as one of nine children.

Larry enlisted in the Army and served from 1972-1982. After getting out of the army he went to college to be a CPA but never finished...

Bernard "Bernie" D. Matelski

Bernard "Bernie" D. Matelski

Nov 23, 2025

Bernard D. Matelski, of Vanderbilt, Michigan, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on November 8, 1949, in Clifford, Michigan, to Bernard Matelski and Delores O’Rourke.

Bernard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Barb Matelski; his children Karen (Ben) Meden, Kassie Matelski, and Aaron (Nicole) Matelski; his “surrogate daughter,” Cassie;...

Willard Flinn

Willard Flinn

Nov 22, 2025

Willard Flinn, age 94, passed away on November 22, 2025, while with his family in Portage, Michigan. He was born on August 11, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, to Catherine (Willard) and Joseph Flinn.

His parents moved the family to Pontiac, Michigan in 1935. They moved to a home on a lake where he and his sister, Frances, and brother, Michael, enjoyed...

Michael A. Miller

Michael A. Miller

Nov 21, 2025

Michael A. Miller, 71 of East Jordan, passed away on November 21, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on the guestbook below.

Terry H. Raab

Terry H. Raab

Nov 21, 2025

Terry H. Raab, 74 of Cheboygan, passed away at home on Friday, November 21, 2025.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Beverly Lynn Lick

Beverly Lynn Lick

Nov 21, 2025

Beverly Lynn Lick, 81 of Vanderbilt, passed away at home on Friday, November 21, 2025.  Her family has chosen to remember her privately.

Christopher L. Wormell

Christopher L. Wormell

Nov 20, 2025

Chris L. Wormell, born on August 6, 1971, in Petoskey, MI, passed away on November 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and adventure. A lifelong resident of Michigan, Chris found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was known for his passion for guitars, often filling his home with music and laughter. His love for the outdoors...

Janice Marie Fosdick

Janice Marie Fosdick

Nov 20, 2025

Janice Marie Fosdick, 96 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Aspen Ridge in Gaylord.  In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.

Tommy L. Boyer

Tommy L. Boyer

Nov 18, 2025

Tommy (Tom) Boyer, 82, of Petoskey, passed away on November 18, 2025. He was born in Petoskey to Harvey and Thelma Boyer. Tom attended Petoskey Public Schools and graduated in 1962, before joining the Army. He worked in floor covering installation for several area companies and shared a business with his brother Buck. In his spare time he enjoyed golfing,...

Roxanne L. Gifford

Roxanne L. Gifford

Nov 18, 2025

Roxanne Lynn Gifford, 45, a cherished daughter, caring mother, beloved grandmother, loving wife, and devoted registered nurse, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan. She was born on June 30, 1980, in Baltimore, Maryland, and touched the lives of many with her compassionate spirit and unwavering dedication to her profession.

As a registered nurse, Roxanne exhibited...