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Rosemary Sue Richard

Rosemary Sue Richard

Nov 13, 2022

Rosemary S. Richard, 66 of Kingsley, died Sunday evening in Traverse City, Michigan.

Per her request cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Carla Sue Richards

Carla Sue Richards

Nov 11, 2022

Carla Sue Richards, 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, November 11, 2022, in Ludington, Michigan.

Carla, who went by her middle name Sue was born to Robert and Marion Underhill on September 8, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan. She grew up in Lansing across the street from her grandparent's farm, a time she always...

Joseph Eugene Brink-Burillo

Joseph Eugene Brink-Burillo

Nov 11, 2022

Joseph Eugene Brink-Burillo, the infant son of Joseph Brink and Renata Burillo-Castro, was born still on November 11, 2022.

Joseph is survived by: his parents; grandparents, Catalina Burillo, Greg Malburg, Sergio Castro, Loretta Lefevre, and Kevin Brink SR; and great-grandparents, Penny Burillo, Ken and Brenda Malburg; and many aunts and uncles.

Joseph was preceded in...

Deborah Elaine Davis

Deborah Elaine Davis

Nov 10, 2022

Deborah Elaine Davis, 66, of Ludington, formerly of Monroe, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, November 10, 2022.

Deb was born August 2, 1956, in Monroe, Michigan, the daughter of Elmer and Naomi (Ellison) Standifer. The eldest of 4 brothers and sisters, Deb loved hard and had a servant's heart. She lived her life using...

Larry Raymond Wisner

Larry Raymond Wisner

Nov 9, 2022

Larry Raymond Wisner, 79, of Pentwater, died Wednesday, November 9, 2022.  He was born September 3, 1943, in Lansing, the son of Raymond and Norine Wisner.

Larry served in the US Air Force for four years and was a member of the Edwin H. Ewing American Legion Post #76 in Ludington.

Larry was a journeyman...

Albert Carl Mitchell

Albert Carl Mitchell

Nov 9, 2022

Albert Carl Mitchell, 93, of Irons, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.   He was born September 30, 1929, in Buchannan, Michigan the son of John and Esther (Rhoades) Mitchell.

Albert served in the US Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War serving from 1951 to 1953.

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Stacy Lynn Darby

Stacy Lynn Darby

Nov 7, 2022

Stacy Lynn Darby, 61, of Ludington, passed away Monday, November 7, 2022, at home.  She was born October 14, 1961, in Orange, California.

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

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

www.beaconfh.com

Michael Lindgren

Michael Lindgren

Nov 4, 2022

Michael George Lindgren, 74, of Hart, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022. He was born May 10, 1948, the son of George and Lorena (Pearson) Lindgren. Michael was a disabled Vietnam Veteran and active in the Hart VFW. He was an avid woodworker and loved hunting in his earlier years. Michael is survived by: his wife, Bridgette; son, Troy Lindgren;...

Irene Smolen

Irene Smolen

Nov 4, 2022

On Friday, November 4th, 2022, Irene Smolen, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 88. She was born Irene Gierak, on December 13, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan, to Catherine and John Gierak.

She graduated from Romulus High School in 1951, as head cheerleader, and went on to work at Ford Motor Company as...

Richard "Dick" Emil Johnson

Richard "Dick" Emil Johnson

Nov 4, 2022

Richard "Dick" Emil Johnson, 75, of Elk Rapids, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on November 4, 2022. He was born on June 27, 1947, in Ishpeming, Michigan. His father Gordon Johnson and mother, Helen (Joyce Lusardi) Sobbry later moved the family to Elk Rapids, Michigan.

Dick honorably served his country in the U.S....

Ethelyn Georgetta Swihart

Ethelyn Georgetta Swihart

Nov 3, 2022

Ethelyn Georgetta Swihart, age 94, of Hart passed away peacefully, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family, November 3, 2022. She was born, in Hart, October 23, 1928, to Lee and Marguerite (Bush) Campbell.

Ethelyn graduated a Hart Pirate in 1947. She was an avid Detroit Tigers and Detroit Pistons fan. She enjoyed reading...

David "Dave" Leroy Newberry

David "Dave" Leroy Newberry

Nov 3, 2022

David "Dave" Leroy Newberry, 87, of Kingsley, died Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Munson Medical Center.  He was born October 22, 1935, in Arcadia, the son of Charles and Myrtle (Johnson) Newberry.

Dave was a Jack of all trades at a young age working on the John and Mildred Miller farm. He served in the Army for...

Eugene A. Rollenhagen

Eugene A. Rollenhagen

Nov 3, 2022

Eugene A. Rollenhagen, 89, of Montague, passed away Thursday, November 03, 2022. He was born on January 22, 1933, in Muskegon, the son of Archie and Agnes (Shavalier) Rollenhagen.

Eugene (Gene) married his wife, Betty, on July 22, 1967, and they spent 44 years together until her death in 2012.

Gene loved his kids, grandkids,...

Wilda "Joy" Cordray

Wilda "Joy" Cordray

Nov 2, 2022

Wilda "Joy" Cordray passed away, Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the age of 84.

Joy was the daughter of loving and caring parents, David & Jessie (Martin) Moffett, of Ferndale, Michigan.  She became a sister, wife, mother, sister-in-law, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, business owner, and friend to many.  She has eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and many nieces and...

Glenna Lee Penney

Glenna Lee Penney

Oct 31, 2022

Glenna Lee Penney, 86, of Traverse City, died Monday, October 31, 2022.

No services will be held.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Charles Phillip O'Brien

Charles Phillip O'Brien

Oct 31, 2022

Charles P. O'Brien, 84, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, October 31, 2022.  He was born on June 6, 1938, in Lansing, the son of Richard and Lois O'Brien. Charles and Judy Henry married in Charlotte, Michigan, on August 16, 1958, and they spent 64 years building a beautiful life together. Charles enjoyed activities involving his hands including building and repairing. ...

Robert Wayne Creed

Robert Wayne Creed

Oct 31, 2022

Robert Wayne Creed, 58, of Shelby, passed away Monday, October 31, 2022.  He was born March 19, 1964, the son of Jack and Faye (VanBrocklin) Creed.

Bob was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt, fish, kayak, and just be outdoors. Bob enjoyed camping every summer at Tippy Dam with family and friends.  He loved his wife,...

Myron G Winters Jr.

Myron G Winters Jr.

Oct 30, 2022

Myron Winters, 62, of Elk Rapids, Michigan passed away with his loving family by his side. He was received into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 30, 2022.

Myron was born in Traverse City, Michigan on August 2, 1960, to his parents, the late Myron G. Winters Sr. and Joyce Winters. Mike...

Heather Lynn Flannery

Heather Lynn Flannery

Oct 29, 2022

Heather Lynn Flannery, 50, was called to her Heavenly home during the wee hours of Saturday, October 29, 2022, with loved ones by her side. She fought a two-year battle with Ovarian Cancer.

Born June 27, 1972, in Gastonia, North Carolina, Heather is survived by her parents, Patrick J. Flannery (Lake Odessa) and Lynne A. Greening (North...

Loretta "Tootsie" Dora Gebhard

Loretta "Tootsie" Dora Gebhard

Oct 29, 2022

Loretta "Tootsie" Dora Gebhard, 84, of Kingsley, died peacefully at home on Saturday, October 29, 2022.  She was born February 23, 1938, in Newark, New Jersey, the daughter of George and Gloria (Ochs) Lewis.

Tootsie is survived by: her children, David Gebhard of Kingsley, Debra Schaub of Traverse City, Wendy (Frank) Reno of Kingsley, and Wayne Gebhard...

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