Obituary Listing

Dec 26, 2022

Michael Courtland Keenan, proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather, as well as a leading figure in the insurance industry, died December 26, 2022, surrounded by family. He was 85.

Although he had a lifelong and passionate affair with the Chicago Cubs, Blackhawks, and Bears, as well as his Fighting Illini, what Mike loved more than anything was being...

Dec 24, 2022

Beulah Mae Sigsbey, 93, of Traverse City, died Saturday, December 24, 2022, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions.  She was born September 5, 1929, in Traverse City, the daughter of William and Beatrice (Becker) Welch.

On November 20, 1948, Beulah married the love of her life, Harvey Franklin Sigsbey, Jr., in Traverse City.  Together they raised four children....

Dec 24, 2022

Debra Ann Roswell, 70, of Hart, passed away suddenly, December 24, 2022. She was born September 20, 1952, to Charles and Betty Snook.

Debra enjoyed spending time with the people that mattered most to her, although she was stubborn, her sense of humor made up for it. Debra had a fond love for dogs, especially her dogs,...

Dec 21, 2022

John Martin Turpin, 45, of Montague, MI, went to be home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ late Wednesday evening, December 21, 2022. He passed away peacefully with loved ones. He was born June 9, 1977, in Shelby, the son of Dennis Turpin and Cynthia McDonald.

He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. John loved...

Dec 21, 2022

Laurice Ann (Specht) Litwiller, 77, of Traverse City, was born April 18, 1945 in Rogers City Michigan.

She passed peacefully, December 21, 2022, at her daughter's house in Manton, Michigan.  Laurice will now be reunited with her husband, Dewayne Sr. in Traverse City, where they started their life together and raised their family.

Laurice worked in the...

Dec 19, 2022

Verner D. Peterson, 100, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, December 19, 2022. He was born April 13, 1922, in Muskegon, to David and Martha Peterson.

Vern married Jennie Blake on December 22, 1945 and proceeded to have four children.

Vern proudly served in the US Army during World War II, and was...

Dec 19, 2022

Edward Charles Burkert, of Whitehall, died at home, Monday, December 19, 2022, following a year-long struggle with stage 4 cancer. He was born February 26, 1957, in Beech Grove, Indiana, to Edward F. and Mary Jo Burkert, the oldest of five children.

He worked at and retired from Howmet Corp. in Whitehall after 42 years of service,...

Dec 17, 2022

Yvonne D. Brown, 90, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022. She was born August 20, 1932, in Shelby, the daughter of Arthur and Grace (Tower) Ash.

Yvonne was a graduate of Shelby High School and furthered her education at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, earning her Registered Nurse degree. She was a caring nurse for...

Dec 17, 2022

Kenneth "Dutch" F. Holland, born at home in Redford Twp, Michigan on August 10, 1949, passed away at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan, on December 17, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Rose, and brother Norm.

Dutch is survived by: his children Keith, Karl, and Erica; his chosen...

Dec 17, 2022

Edward F. Gwisdalla, 74, of Traverse City, died Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Munson Medical Center.

Ed was born January 16, 1948, in Mt. Clemens, the son of Cassimer and Mary (Lemanski) Gwisdalla.

He grew up in Utica and graduated from Utica High School.  After graduation, he was drafted into the US Army and was...

Dec 17, 2022

Naydene Bernardette Lipps, 75, of Hart, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, December 17, 2022.  She was born on October 2, 1947, in Hart.

Naydene retired from Alcoa/Howmet and then served ice cream to her community in her small business, Hart Dairy Delight.

Naydene was dedicated to being a wife, mother, sister, aunt,...

Dec 16, 2022

Robert D. Toms, 66, died Friday, December 16, 2022, at The Lighthouse Rehab Center in Kingsley, Michigan. Robert was born on August 21, 1956, in Dearborn, Michigan, the son of Bruce and Anna Toms.

His childhood was spent in Livonia, Michigan, where he attended Churchill High School, earned a GED, and later graduated from the Adult Learning...

Dec 15, 2022

Renae Sue (Goralski) Riddle, 56, passed away peacefully, from a glioblastoma, on December 15, 2022, at her residence. She was born January 17, 1966, in Plymouth, Indiana, the daughter of Karen (Riddle) and James Tharp of Warsaw, Indiana, and Minor LeRoy Fretz of Indiana. Renae graduated from Baker College with an Associate in Culinary Arts. Following graduation, she had...

Dec 14, 2022

Carol sue Vanblargan, 75, of Holton, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022. She was born August 1, 1947, the daughter of William and Irene Lorenz.

Carol is survived by: her loving husband Jay; sister, Mary; sons, Jimmy, Blake, and Brent; Daughters, Theresa and Cindy; and many grandchildren.

In accordance with Carol's wishes, cremation has taken...

Dec 13, 2022

David Louis Christian, 72, of Muskegon, passed away Tuesday, December 13, 2022. He was born April 30, 1950, in Muskegon, the son of Clifford and Flossie Christian.

David married Kelly Brandes on August 26, 2000, and they spent 22 wonderful years together.

He graduated from Muskegon High School and obtained an Associate's degree in accounting...

Dec 12, 2022

Edwin Daniel Kissling, 59, of Montague, passed away Monday, December 12, 2022, with loved ones by his side. He was born February 14, 1963, the son of Melvin and Joann (Pulsipher) Kissling.

Edwin married Alison on September 29, 2009, and spent 20 loving years together.

He went to Montague Public Schools, worked at Kurdziels for...

Dec 11, 2022

Sidney Payette, 93 of Traverse City died Sunday, December 11, 2022 at home with her family by her side.

Services will be held, Friday, May 19, 2023 at 11am at Long Lake Friends Church, Traverse City, MI, were  friends may meet with the family beginning at 10 am.  Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery.

Beacon...

Dec 9, 2022

It is with overwhelming sadness and heartbreak that we share the passing of Candace "Candy" Lee Sprague, 75, of Mears. Candy passed away peacefully in her home on December 9, 2022, when she joined her Heavenly Father.

Candy was born June 16, 1947, to Anne Mae and James William Allmon. She grew up in Lansing, MI, with...

Dec 9, 2022

Scott D. Novak, 52 of Maple City, died Friday, December 9th at Munson Medical Center.

Per his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Friends are invited to a Time of Gathering, Saturday, January 7, 2023, from 10am-4pm at East Bay Calvary Church on Hammond Road, Traverse City.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City...

Dec 6, 2022

Ralph Helge Johanson, 94, of Mears, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart. He was born August 18, 1928, in Chicago, the son of Helge and Gertrude (Larson) Johanson.

Ralph was a graduate of Fenger Academy High School, class of 1947, and was a proud pitcher for their baseball...