Obituaries
Calvin L. Kemp
Oct 26, 2025
Calvin LeRoy Kemp, 66 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025, at home.
A memorial service will take place 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at Gaylord EFree Church, where the family will visit with friends beginning at 10:00 AM. Pastor Scott Distler will officiate.
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Kathleen L. Skowronski
Oct 25, 2025
Kathleen Leone Skowronski, 73 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Woodland Acres in Gaylord.
A lifelong Gaylord resident, Kathy was born at Otsego Memorial Hospital on April 27, 1952. She was the daughter of Calvin “Red” and Lillie Bell (Moorehead) Simpson.
While attending Gaylord High School, Kathy met Dwain A. Skowronski, who attended St. Mary High School. They both...
Raymond J. LaRoche IV
Oct 22, 2025
Raymond J. LaRoche IV, 41 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Munson Health Otsego Memorial Hospital.
The family will remember him privately.
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Chester T. Pieniozek
Oct 22, 2025
Chester T. Pieniozek, 88 of Brutus, passed away Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
Service details are incomplete at this time.
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Mary Katherine LeBourdais
Oct 22, 2025
Mary Katherine Lebourdais, 76 of Frederic, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Known to most as Mary Kay, and "Boo" to her family and closest friends, she battled cancer for three years, with grace and dignity, guided by her faith, with the support and love of her family and friends.
Born in Detroit on January 13, 1949, she...
Eugene L. Thornton
Oct 19, 2025
Capt. Eugene L. “Gene” Thornton, USAF, 88 of Lewiston, Michigan peacefully took his final flight into the wild blue yonder on October 19, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Gene was born May 9, 1937, in Houston, Texas to Winfred R. Thornton and Edna Marie (Christensen) Thornton. He grew up in LaPorte, Texas and attended LaPorte High School. Upon graduation he enrolled...
Brian K. Magill
Oct 18, 2025
Brian K. Magill, 65 of Boyne City, passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
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Jan M. Cook
Oct 18, 2025
Jan Marie Cook, 71 of Gaylord passed away peacefully October 18, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.
She is survived by her husband, Dean Cook; children, Brandi (Ralph M) Hillman and Natasha (David) Rupple, Dean T. Cook and Chad (Angie) Cook; grandchildren, Kala, Paige, Brandon, Heidi, Alex H, Wesley, Emily, Ian, Morgan, Adrianna, Mikayla and Austin; great-grandchildren, Allie, Bryson, Marshall and...
Sharon A. Bearup
Oct 17, 2025
Sharon Ann Bearup, 80 of Walloon Lake, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Sharon was born on July 25,1945 in Petoskey, Michigan. She was the daughter of Willard and Winifred (Gregory) Biallas. She attended Petoskey High School. On March 31, 1962, Sharon married Ivan Dewitt Bearup.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed playing games and cooking and...
Ethel A. Mertz
Oct 16, 2025
Ethel Ann (Julian) Mertz, age 87, passed away peacefully in her home at the Brook of Gaylord on October 16, 2025, surrounded by family. Ethel was born on November 14, 1937, and raised near 9 Mile Road and Hilton in Ferndale, Michigan. She graduated from Hazel Park High School in 1956 and became a licensed practical nurse, a career which...
David A. LaFlair
Oct 15, 2025
David A. LaFlair, 74 of Johannesburg, passed away Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
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Forest W. Sanders
Oct 15, 2025
Forest William Sanders, age 76, of Harbor Springs, MI, passed away peacefully at home on October 15, 2025, with his loved ones by his side following a brief illness.
Forest was born on May 28, 1949, in Petoskey, MI to Roy and Irene (Luesing) Sanders. He graduated from Pellston High School in 1967 and attended Michigan State University. He built his...
Barbara R. Lamontagne
Oct 13, 2025
Barbara R. Lamontagne, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, October 13, 2025, at McReynolds Hall.
Burial of her cremated remains will take place at St. Hedwig Cemetery & Mausoleum, next to her husband.
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Kirk L. Moore
Oct 12, 2025
Kirk L. Moore, 68 of Indian River, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
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Dale D. Britting
Oct 12, 2025
Dale Douglas Britting, born on April 11, 1963, in Carson City, Michigan, passed away on October 12, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan. A dedicated mechanic throughout his life, Dale's craftsmanship and expertise in his field were well-known to friends and family alike. After graduating from Alma High School in 1981, he pursued further studies at Ferris State University, where he received...
Donna Renaud
Oct 11, 2025
Donna S. Renaud, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family.
Born and raised in Michigan, Donna married Dennis G. Renaud in Ecorse, MI, and together they raised their family in Indian River.
Donna spent many years as the General Manager at Wendy's in Petoskey, where she was known for her strong leadership, determination, and the care she...
Taft Lee Taylor
Oct 11, 2025
Taft Lee Taylor, 86 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Born March 13, 1939, in Detroit, Taft grew up in Walled Lake and graduated from Walled Lake High School in 1958. While growing up, Taft met Carol Nowlen, who was four years his junior. They fell in love and were married on...
Lori L. Moser
Oct 7, 2025
Lori Lynn Moser, of Elmira, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025. Born and raised in Gaylord to Robert and Loretta Lee, Lori lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family.
A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Lori served her country with dedication and honor, qualities that continued to define her throughout her life.
She was the...
Mark Anthony O'Dell Sr.
Oct 5, 2025
Mark O’dell Sr. born October 20, 1971, passed away in October 2025. He was born in Mount Clemens MI.
Mark had many years in the construction business and loved to be outdoors. He loved to be the life of the party, and listening to music. He also loved fishing and never turned away good food. He loved life and if you...
Arthur H. Butcher
Oct 5, 2025
Arthur “Art or Butch” Butcher, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, at Munson Medical Center after a long struggle with illness. He was 75 years old. Born on March 22, 1950, in Highland Park, MI, Art was the second child of Donald and Edythe Butcher. Shortly after his birth, the family moved...
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