Obituary Listing

Dec 5, 2023

Myrna Lee Howse was born a Capricorn on January 18, 1948 in the darkness of winter in Northern Michigan. From there she lived a beautiful life, finding the sunshine as much as possible with loved ones on her west-facing front porch, sun-filled talking room, on the beaches of the East Bay, and along the Gulf coast during her winter...

Dec 4, 2023

Doris Jean Stapel, 76, of Hesperia, passed away, Monday, December 4, 2023, at her home. She was born March 1, 1947, in Fremont, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Kennedy) Kalfsbeek.

Doris was a longtime resident of Hesperia, and gained many friends over the years. She had many interests, including thrift shopping, collecting antiques, family heirlooms, and...

Dec 1, 2023

Anne Katharine Capek, 75, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully Friday, December 1, 2023. She was born September 12, 1948, the daughter of Clarence and Evangeline (Groff) Capek.

Anne worked and retired from the State of Michigan as a care aid. She spent 20 years working for the Department of Mental Health and 10 years working for the...

Dec 1, 2023

Richard (Rick) D. Stasch, 72, passed away on December 1, 2023.

He fought a long hard battle with Lewy Body dementia.  He is now in the hands of the Lord.

He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Mary Pat, his children Katie and Theo and his sister Chrissy.

He was preceded...

Nov 28, 2023

Mary Louise Gonder, 92, of Interlochen, formerly of Interlochen, died Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Cherry Hill Haven in Traverse City.  She was born May 29, 1931, in Beaverton, the daughter of Irvin and Alice (Hughes) Wilkinson.

Mary was a longtime resident of Lake Ann and a nurse for 43 years.  She was an active member of...

Nov 28, 2023

Nathaniel "Nathan" Lee Hoffman, 25, of Holly, was called home to the Lord on November 28, 2023. Nathan was born November 18, 1998, to William "Bill" Hoffman and Cristine Ortwine. Nathan had a love for his family and was always looking to help someone in need. He was always looking for a thrill or an adrenaline rush, and was...

Nov 27, 2023

In loving memory of Charles V. Flores III, a cherished husband to Anna Flores, a devoted father to Katelyn Flores, Kylie Flores, and Leigh Petersen. The son of Sherry Schotts and favored grandchild of Carl Schotts. Charlie's life, born on April 2nd, 1977, concluded tragically on November 27th, 2023. Charlie's passions were as diverse as his loved...

Nov 26, 2023

Neil Irwin Gilbert, 80, of Elk Rapids, MI, died peacefully at home on November 26, 2023, after a years-long battle with congestive heart failure and, more recently, Dementia.

Born in Hudson, MI, in 1943 to Elwyn and Bess (Whittenbaugh) Gilbert, Neil graduated from Muskegon High School in 1961 and received a Bachelor of Science and Master of...

Nov 25, 2023

Laurette (Lou) Mae Bender passed away peacefully at Bay Ridge Assisted Living in Traverse City, MI, on November 25, 2023. "Though the body's at rest, the spirit is free!"

She was born to Warren and Katherine (Smith) Holdeman on the family farm near Wakarusa, Indiana, on November 20, 1924. She cherished many memories of growing up in...

Nov 24, 2023

Pamela A. Rader, 67, passed away unexpectedly, Friday, November 24, 2023. She was born January 1, 1956, in Toledo, Ohio, the daughter of Creston Fuller and Beverly Ann Saunders.

Pamela found the most peace in her life spending time with her son, Darrell, and granddaughter Jaylee. She had a large heart for animals, specifically her dogs, although...

Nov 21, 2023

Donald Calvin Brown, 67, of Manistee, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at MediLodge of Ludington.  He was born December 25, 1955, in Lansing.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Nov 21, 2023

Lawrence "Larry" Vernon Bargy, 84, of Kewadin, passed away on Tuesday November 21, 2023. He was born in Traverse City, Michigan, on July 8, 1939, to Calvin & Josephine (White) Bargy.

Larry married Alice Powell on October 30, 1962. Larry was many things in his life. He was a farmer and a soldier, an Antrim County commissioner...

Nov 20, 2023

Keith Richard Odziana, 52, of Cedar, died Monday, November 20, 2023, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  He was born April 22, 1971, in Detroit, MI, the son of Rudy Odziana and Andrea Bailey.

Keith graduated from Kingsley High School in 1989.  He met Carrie Labadie in 1995 while playing softball; they...

Nov 20, 2023

Jack Ernest Wood, 83, of Hesperia, passed away November 20, 2023, at his home. He was born November 10, 1940, in Muskegon, the son of Donald and Elizabeth (Peterson) Wood.

Jack was a loving, caring, and selfless man. He had a special charm about him that could bring joy to anyone, even in times where Jack himself...

Nov 19, 2023

Nancy L. Merchant passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 19, 2023, after her long battle with Dementia.

She was born January 23, 1936, the daughter of Elmer and Margaret (Hixson) Hiembeck in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  She met the love of her life, James H. Merchant, and married him 1956. They were married for 48 years.   She followed her...

Nov 18, 2023

Fay Marie Chapman Garceau, 88, of Vernon Hills, Illinois, formerly of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023, at Lee Manor in Des Plaines, Illinois.  She was born February 17, 1935, in Negaunee, Michigan, the daughter of the late James and Mae (Strohl) Chapman

Fay was a lifelong homemaker, who enjoyed gardening, sewing, crafting and...

Nov 18, 2023

Gary Wayne "Hillbilly" McDaniel, of Elk Rapids, MI, passed away on November 18, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on July 12, 1942, in Ste. Genevieve, MO. Gary served in the Army and was stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood during his military service. Gary was a proud graduate of Ste. Genevieve High School, class of 1960....

Nov 16, 2023

Gerald Lee "Jerry" Kacynski, aged 74, passed away unexpectedly on November 16, 2023. He was with his beloved wife, Mary, and they were driving to the woods to do their favorite thing - deer hunting.

Jerry had a great opening day shooting a beautiful 8-point buck.  He passed quickly, on his way to do what he loved....

Nov 16, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas (Tom) Spedding (77), a cherished member of our community, who left us on November 16, 2023. Tom was born on February 4, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan.  As a child his family moved to Mullett Lake in Cheboygan, where he lived for the majority of his years.

Nov 15, 2023

Our dearest mother, Debra Jean Presuhn, 65, of Hart, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.  She was a wonderful mother to her three children; she was always there when we needed her.  She was the glue to the family, and had a mother's love that was unconditional.  She will be missed more than she'll ever have...