Obituary Listing

Feb 2, 2025

Harriet "Jean" Powlus, 84, died peacefully in Traverse City, MI on Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born daughter of Orville and Gladys (Badgley) Cornish on July 21, 1940, in Bad Axe, MI.  Jean lived most of her life in Saginaw, MI. She attended Arthur Hill High School, married James R. Powlus, who preceded her in death in 1968,...

Feb 2, 2025

Timothy James Cunningham, age 68, of Fountain, MI passed away Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 after long struggles with his health.

Tim was born August 29th, 1956 to Lawrence and Lorraine Cunningham in Warren, MI. Healthy and hale Tim was overly fond of mashed potatoes and grew quickly into his nickname 'Big Tim'. In his teenage years his...

Feb 2, 2025

David Lee Roodvoets, 86, of Montague, MI, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025.

He was born in 1938, in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of John and Sarah (VanDyke) Roodvoets. Dave graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High School in 1956. He attended Calvin College and Michigan State University, where he earned a BSc in Packaging Engineering...

Feb 2, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Shawn Marie Killey, 69, of Mesick, MI, on February 2, 2025.

She was born in Dearborn, MI, on October 19,1955, she was the daughter of Donald and Vivian Gibbons. Shawn was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend. She had 2 brothers,...

Feb 2, 2025

Martha Ann (Lindsey) Mielke, 77, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025. She was born May 18, 1947, to Robert and Marian (Cox) Lindsey in Traverse City.

In accordance with Martha's wishes, cremation has taken place and memorial services are being handled privately.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements....

Jan 31, 2025

Allan Schmuckal, 85, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025, at Munson Medical Center, with his loving wife and daughter by his side.

He was born on October 26, 1939, to Armond and Eleanor Schmuckal on their homestead farm in Hannah (Kingsley), Michigan. Allan graduated from St. Mary of Hannah School and was a...

Jan 31, 2025

Janice Kay Lautner, 67, passed away on January 31, 2025, in Traverse City, Michigan. Born on October 30, 1957, in Traverse City, she spent her life in the community she loved, surrounded by family and friends.

Janice was a loving mother and grandmother who cherished her children and grandchildren deeply. She was best known for her great...

Jan 30, 2025

Donald Joseph 'White Wolf' Killips, 34, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025, at home.  He was born October 22, 1990, in Grand Rapids.

Donnie loved Raffi, spending time with his family, any noisy book and when people sang to him. He was very loving and gentle. Donnie was loved by so many people. You could...

Jan 30, 2025

William (Bill) Herman Wagner, 88, of Rothbury, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025. He was born March 2, 1936, Rothbury, the son of Herman and Annamae (Pelton) Wagner.

William proudly served our country in the United States Army.

He graduated from Montague High School and attended the University of Michigan. After his service, Bill worked...

Jan 30, 2025

Dorothy Joan Pearsall, 89, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025. She was born in Detroit, MI, daughter of the late Sylvia and John Agodorny.

Dorothy worked as a bookkeeper at Stroh's Brewery in Detroit. She met and married the love of her life, Roy Pearsall, her "rock", in 1955 and moved to Union Lake where they...

Jan 28, 2025

George August Grymonprez, 74, of Pentwater, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at his home. He was born September 28, 1950, in Yale, Michigan, the son of George and Blanche Evelyn (Taylor) Grymonprez.

George was a graduate of Yale High School, and worked various jobs throughout his life, but most notable was his employment as a bus...

Jan 27, 2025

Mark James Mandarano, 48, of Mears, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at his home.

Mark, or as everyone knew him, Markus; some even had the amazing opportunity to call him dad. He was the best dad, friend, and boyfriend. Mark accomplished many things but these are all things he did best.

Mark's life began...

Jan 27, 2025

Larry Ivan Hetland, 68, of Shelby, also affectionately known as 'Het,' passed away Monday, January 27, 2025. He was born May 13, 1956, in Hart, the son of Willard and Norma (Peterson) Hetland.

Larry joined the United States Marine Corps in 1973, and was a proud veteran. Following his military service, he was a skilled crane and...

Jan 27, 2025

Ronald W. Ortquist passed away on January 27, 2025.  Ron was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 5, 1940.  He married his high school sweetheart, Janet Legard, in 1960.  Ron & Jan moved to Ludington in 1965 when Ron took a position as assistant cashier at the National Bank of Ludington (NBL).  He was quickly promoted to Vice President...

Jan 26, 2025

Barton Mansfield Zachrich, 75, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2025. He was born February 8, 1949, in Toledo, Ohio, to Alvin and Roberta (Mansfield) Zachrich. The Zachrich family soon moved to Michigan, where Bart lived for most of his life. He spent some of his happiest times in childhood at the family cottage on Lake Michigan...

Jan 25, 2025

Steven Lee Ostrander, 61, of Kingsley, died Saturday, January 25, 2025, at home after a short battle with cancer.  He was born August 9, 1963, in Lapeer, the son of Miles and Alice (Munson) Ostrander.

Steve was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved to camp, fish, boat, and spend time at hunting camp.  He loved to watch NASCAR...

Jan 23, 2025

Dolores Bauer, 96, of Mears, passed away peacefully January 23, 2025, at her residence. Born August 12, 1928, in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of Sidney & Edna Stephens.

Dolores was a loving, caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to all. Dolores grew up on a Boy Scout camp in Brighton, along with her twin...

Jan 22, 2025

Roberto Antonio Torres, 85, a beloved figure of Hart, Michigan, sadly left our world on Wednesday, January, 22, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.

Roberto was a kind and loving father, husband, grandpa, great-grandpa, and friend. Those who were fortunate enough to know him knew the kind of man he was; a hard worker, always trying...

Jan 22, 2025

Lois Wilson, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in Hesperia, Michigan, at the age of 78. Lois was born May 24, 1946, to Luke and Goldie Vincent, and had 7 brothers and 2 sisters.

Lois married the love of her life, Red Wilson, in 1989, but met in 1975. Together they...

Jan 21, 2025

Merle Duane McLouth, 81, of Montague, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  He was born March 17th, 1943, at home in Whitehall, the son of Edward and Lucille (Draft) McLouth.

On June 7th, 1963, Merle married Sharon Kroll, and they spent 61 years together.

He graduated from Whitehall High School in 1962.  After high school,...