Sandra Jean Nagy
Jun 1, 2021
No, that's not the sound of a M1 Abrams military tank coming down the road, that's just Sandy in her dad's old pick-up truck. Sandy ('Sam' to some) didn't take fashion advice from anyone, in fact, you'd often find her in a cut up sweat-shirt with a bleach stain or two. None of that stuff mattered to her, however,...
James Clare Shull
May 31, 2021
James Clare Shull, 80, of Hart, Michigan, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021. He was born April 6, 1941, in Hart, the third child of Carlton and Lucille (Cargill) Shull.
Jim graduated in 1960 from Hart High School and a week later took over the farm in Elbridge Township, from a brother partnership, his father Carlton and...
Bettie Jean Wilkins
May 29, 2021
Bettie Jean Wilkins, 74, of Traverse City, died Saturday, May 29, 2021, at Culver Meadows Assisted Living Center in Traverse City. She was born August 27, 1946, in South Lyon, the daughter of Matt and Ethel (Combs) Watkins.
Betty was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to bake and was known for her delicious white...
Catherine Ann Farmer
May 27, 2021
Catherine Ann Farmer passed on to the arms of God at Munson Hospital in Traverse City, Michigan on May 27, 2021. Cathy lived her life as an energetic, enthusiastic and beloved daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and exceptional health care professional. She was known for her laugh, intelligence, warmth, and welcoming attitude toward everyone she met. The first child of Joseph...
Maryann Chaffee
May 26, 2021
MaryAnn Chaffee, 78, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. She was born September 30, 1943, in Ludington to the late Joseph and Regina Betka.
MaryAnn retired from Scotty's where she was employed for 25 years. After retirement, she volunteered for and supported Hospice. She enjoyed traveling and spending winters in Florida. Her hobbies...
Lori Jean Manville
May 26, 2021
Lori Jean Manville, 58, of Rapid City, died Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. She was born September 17, 1962, in Saginaw, the daughter of Henry and Bernardine (Nowak) Smith.
Lori worked in the medical field as a credentialist. She was the glue that held everyone together, whether at work or at...
Velma June Roesler
May 26, 2021
Velma June Roesler, 87, of Montague, passed away Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at White Lake Assisted Living in Whitehall. She was born June 14, 1933, in Whitehall, the daughter of Carl Henry and Celia Bernice (Gunderson) Walgren.
A lifelong resident of the Montague-Whitehall area, Velma graduated from Whitehall schools and on May 15, 1954, married Henry Roesler...
George "Noon" Peter Amrein Jr.
May 25, 2021
George "Noon" Peter Amrein Jr., 92, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, May 25, 2021. He was born May 24, 1929, in Chicago, the son of George Sr. and Margaret (Fellmeth) Amrein.
Noon was a proud veteran of the US Army. He enjoyed music and dancing.
Noon is survived by: his wife, Marlene Amrein; daughter, Laura...
Curtis Walker
May 23, 2021
Curtis Walker, 73, passed away peacefully in his home on May 23, 2021. Curtis was born August 18, 1947 in Muskegon. He graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1965 and attended college at Grand Valley State University. A US Army veteran and business owner, his life-long work was as an optical lab technician before retiring in 2010. Curtis...
Johnny Owen King Sr.
May 22, 2021
Johnny Owen King Sr., 62, of Bitely, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021. He was born October 4, 1958, in Hart, the son of Theodore Sr. and Vervena King.
Johnny was proud to serve his country in the US Army. He enjoyed fishing and camping. One of his favorite places to camp was Wayland Lake.
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Florine Billie Luotonen
May 21, 2021
Florine Billie Luotonen, age 89, of Kingsley passed away peacefully in her sleep, Friday May 21, 2021. She was born April 10, 1932, in Detroit, to William Alfred and Katherina Teresa Wehner. On August 6, 1949, she married the love of her life, Richard Allen Luotonen in Greenup, Kentucky. Together they raised five children.
Flossie worked at...
Catherine Ann Farmer
May 20, 2021
Catherine Ann Farmer, of Elk Rapids, MI. passed away at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Memorial service information and an obitiuary will be posted shortly.
Emma Rae Poll
May 19, 2021
Emma Rae Poll, our precious two-year-old, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. She was born April 21, 2019, in Fremont, Michigan.
Emma was a precious gift and a blessing to her parents who took her home straight from the hospital and fought hard and finalized her adoption on her second birthday. She...
Herbert "Herb" Lionel Suitor
May 19, 2021
Herbert "Herb" Lionel Suitor, 82, of Cedar, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021.
Herb lived a full life and cherished time spent with his family and friends.
Herb leaves behind: his wife, Sharon; his sons, Mark (Leslie) and Dan (Megan); and his beloved grandchildren, Teague, Rory, Gabriel, Samuel, Caleb, and Hannah; his nephew, Teri (Deborah);...
Rita Louise Hansen
May 17, 2021
Rita L. Hansen, 85, of Traverse City, died Monday, May 17, 2021, at French Manor in Traverse City. She was born September 28, 1935, in Grand Traverse County, the daughter of Edward and Iva (Donathan) Crouch.
Rita worked in the insurance industry, retiring as Head of Human Resources. She was a member of Grawn United Methodist Church. ...
Norman Gaylord Henrys
May 17, 2021
Norman Gaylord Henrys, 86, of Pentwater, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at his home. He was born August 12, 1934, in Lansing, the son of Marvin Sr. and Mary (Parks) Henrys.
Norm served for 10 years with the Michigan National Guard. He retired from General Motors as a welder after 31 years. Norm would often be...
Betty Jane Mckenney Starost
May 16, 2021
Betty Jane McKenney Starost, 89, of Ellsworth, died Sunday, May 16, 2021.
A service is being planned and will be announced.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Gerald B. Miller
May 15, 2021
Gerald B. Miller, 81, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021. He was born August 30, 1939, in Hart, the son of Joseph Chester Sr. and Phyllis (Cole) Miller.
Jerry was a proud veteran of the US Army. He worked at GM for 18 years before becoming a celery farmer, retiring in 2008. Jerry was a...
Arthur Roger Bertoldi
May 14, 2021
Arthur Roger Bertoldi, 92, of Pentwater, passed away at Cherry Blossom Manor from Alzheimer's on Friday, May 14, 2021. He was born February 26, 1929, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Alberto and Marguerite (Gherardi) Bertoldi.
Art graduated from New York City High School in 1947. Arthur and Joyce Robbins married in 1951. They celebrated their...
David Lee Myers
May 14, 2021
David Lee Myers, 77, of Montague, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. He was born September 9, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Eddie and Edna (Carr) Myers.
David is survived by: his wife, Jayne Myers of Montague; his daughter, Michelle (Dwight) Roesler of Montague; his son, Bryan (Cheri) Myers of...
