Obituaries
Berny E. Cole
Feb 11, 2025
Berny E Cole, 95, of Vanderbilt Michigan, passed away peacefully at Aspen Ridge Assisted Care Facility in Gaylord on Tuesday, Feb 11, 2025.
Berny was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 16,1929. Raised in Vanderbilt, Berny attended Vanderbilt Area Schools.
On October 25, 1947, Berny was married to Wilma Jean Green. He later served in the U.S. Army in Korea from 1952-53,...
Lori A. Szymanski
Jun 10, 2025
Lori A. Szymanski, 62 of Vanderbilt, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Medilodge.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Barbara Bella McCray
Jun 9, 2025
Barbara Bella McCray, 94 of Grayling, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025 at home surrounded by her family.
Born in River Rouge, MI on February 3, 1931, she was the daughter of Patrick and Barbara (Clark) Shearer.
Barbara and her husband, Allen Dean McCray, have spent their retirement years in Grayling.
Surviving in addition to her husband is her son and daughter-in-law, Mark...
Michael Thomas Kerzka
Jun 8, 2025
Michael T. Kerzka, 73 of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey with his daughter Heather by his side.
Born February 12, 1952, in Detroit, he was the son of Leonard J. and Eleanor B. (Darga) Kerzka. He grew up in Detroit and attended Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic School where he enjoyed playing...
Lois J. Furness
Jun 6, 2025
Lois Jean Furness, 84 of Charlevoix passed away peacefully in her home while surrounded by her family and her Lord on June 6, 2025 from complications during her 2 year battle with cancer. Lois was born November 4, 1940 in Bad Axe, MI to her parents George and Virginia (Tschumi) Ackerman.
She grew up in Elkton, MI where she graduated high...
John E. Traylor
Jun 3, 2025
John Ellis Traylor, who devoted his life to serving others, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at his home in Gaylord, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 6, 1944, in Mancelona, the son of Joseph and Mary (Paul) Traylor.
On December 21, 1974, John married the love of his life, Jan Swadling, at Burt Lake Christian Church. They...
John MacMillan Welcher Sr.
Jun 2, 2025
John “Jack” MacMillan Welcher Sr, 94, of Gaylord passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, at Caretel Inn, Brighton, Michigan.
Born April 8, 1931, on Mackinac Island, John was the son of John C. and Delia E. (Donnelly) Welcher. He grew up on Mackinac Island, graduating from Mackinac Island High School in 1949. John met Miriam Uponen who was working on...
Sharon L. Fell
May 30, 2025
Sharon L. Fell, 81 of Vanderbilt, passed away Friday May 30, 2025, at McReynolds Hall in Gaylord.
Born February 15, 1944, in Davenport, Iowa, she was the daughter of Raymond and Ruth (Bangert) Jepson. After growing up in Durant, Iowa, Sharon lived in Davenport as well as in New Jersey and Ohio.
After her marriage to Steve Fell, they lived in Des...
Annette M. Greene
May 30, 2025
Annette M. Greene, 81 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Violet M. Ransom
May 29, 2025
Violet M. Ransom, 82 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Medilodge.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Thomas L. Eaton
May 29, 2025
Thomas Lee Eaton, 74 of Harbor Springs, entered into his eternal home in Heaven on May 29, 2025, at Bay Bluffs following a long and arduous health battle, with his family at his side.
Tom was born on January 13, 1951, in Petoskey, Michigan. He remained in the Petoskey area his entire life. He attended St. Francis Catholic School and graduated...
Richard James "Dick" Wheeler
May 28, 2025
Born to Herbert (Bud) Wheeler and Frances Louise Eastman (Bercau) on August 7, 1942, Richard James Wheeler began his life in Lansing Michigan and graduated from Everett High School.
In hopes of starting a career in Forestry, Dick attended Michigan State University and then worked at Diamond Reo for several years with his dad. After Diamond Reo went out of business...
Ellen P. Quinlivan
May 28, 2025
Ellen P. Quinlivan, 74 of Barbeau, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at the Sportsman Club, Barbeau, Michigan.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
David Edward Yarrington
May 25, 2025
David Edward Yarrington, 69 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Obituary information and celebration of life arrangements will follow soon
Sante Silvestri
May 25, 2025
Sante Silvestri, 83, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, at his home in Boyne City, Michigan, surrounded by his beloved family and dear friends. A man of great resilience, quiet strength, and deep faith, Sante lived a full life grounded in devotion to his family, his work, and his spiritual convictions.
Born on August 18, 1941, in Morolo, Frosinone, Italy,...
Peter J. Wagner, Jr.
May 23, 2025
Peter J. Wagner Jr., age 64, passed away at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025, surrounded by his family. Pete was born in Dearborn, Michigan on August 9, 1960. His parents were Peter J. Wagner, Sr. and Barbara (Mathews). After the death of his mother at a young and tender age, Pete and his siblings remained close, and he...
Kevin J. Longhini
May 19, 2025
Kevin J. Longhini, 54 of Gaylord, passed away May 19, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
David Errol Nash
May 17, 2025
With a wrench in one hand and a heart full of generosity, Dave Nash of Wolverine passed away peacefully at home at the age of 88. Known to many as the local go-to mechanic, a talented builder and an unofficial fix-it guru, he lived a life that was anything but ordinary.
Born in 1937 on Elvis’ birthday, Dave spent his days...
John "Jack" Austin
May 14, 2025
John Leo “Jack” Austin, 89, of Gaylord, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, creativity, and dedication to family. Born October 3, 1935, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jack’s life was rich with love, laughter, and deep commitment to those he held dear. His story began with a chance meeting while raising funds for a...
Ronnie Browning
May 13, 2025
Ronnie Browning, 79 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at August Haus in Gaylord.
He was born October 24, 1945, in Harlan, Kentucky to his mother, Clarkie Browning.
Ronnie served honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. After returning home he worked as a truck driver, living in different cities and states before settling in Gaylord for the last few...
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