Obituaries

Benjamin F. Campbell

Benjamin F. Campbell

Sep 15, 2025

Benjamin F. Campbell, 98 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, September 16, 2025, at August Haus. 

Funeral services will take place 1:00 PM Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where the family will visit with friends beginning at 12:00 PM.

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Michael J. Clingan

Michael J. Clingan

Sep 14, 2025

Michael J. Clingan, 74 of Cheboygan, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Medilodge. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Edgar W. Costello

Edgar W. Costello

Sep 13, 2025

Edgar W. "Eddie" Costello, 54 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025, at home. 

Funeral services will take place 11:00 AM Monday, September 22, 2025, at Gaylord Community Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where the family will visit with friends beginning at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Evergreen Hills Cemetery in Vanderbilt.

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James D. Cunningham

James D. Cunningham

Sep 12, 2025

James D. Cunningham, 58 of Petoskey, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Raymond Jesse Iseler

Raymond Jesse Iseler

Sep 12, 2025

Raymond Jesse Iseler, 39 of Gaylord, passed away in a Grand Traverse County automobile accident in the early hours of Friday, September 12, 2025.

A memorial service will take place 11:00 AM Friday, October 17, 2025, at Peace Lutheran Church, where the family will visit with friends beginning at 10:00 AM.

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David Lee Wolcott

David Lee Wolcott

Sep 11, 2025

David Lee Wolcott, 77 of Frederic, passed away at home on Thursday, September 11, 2025.  His family will remember him at a private family visitation and service.  Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.

Lawrence "Gator" Howard

Lawrence "Gator" Howard

Sep 6, 2025

The following obituary was lovingly written and provided by Gator's family...

Lawrence “Gator” Howard, went to be the Lord on September 6, 2025.

As the name Gator implies, this was one tough guy! Born to a Seminole ranching family in the everglades of Florida, Lawrence Randolph Howard grew up wrangling cattle and learning not only to work with his hands but with...

Kathleen A. Brentlinger

Kathleen A. Brentlinger

Sep 5, 2025

Kathleen A. Brentlinger, a vibrant soul known for her sparkling personality and zest for life, passed away on September 5, 2025, in Vanderbilt, Michigan, at the age of 59. Born on August 5, 1966, in Mansfield, Ohio, Kathleen brought joy and warmth to everyone fortunate enough to cross her path.

With her infectious spirit, Kathleen was a social butterfly, effortlessly making...

Anthony J. Ignasiak

Anthony J. Ignasiak

Sep 5, 2025

Anthony John Ignasiak, 64 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Thomas W. Thatcher

Thomas W. Thatcher

Sep 4, 2025

Thomas W. Thatcher, 70 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Linda L. Houlden

Linda L. Houlden

Sep 4, 2025

Linda Lou Houlden of Charlevoix, MI drifted off into the loving arms of Jesus her Savior on Thursday afternoon on September 4, 2025, after a long bout of dementia that stole her mind and her memories.

Linda was born on March 7, 1945, as the first child to Anna Jenne (Taege) Redman and Harry Maxwell Redman in St. Johns, Michigan. Harry...

Kathleen R. Palmerlee

Kathleen R. Palmerlee

Sep 4, 2025

Kathleen R. Palmerlee, 92 of Alanson, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

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Sherry Ann May

Sherry Ann May

Sep 3, 2025

Sherry Ann May, a devoted wife and proud mother of three boys, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Lewiston, Michigan. Born on July 22, 1968, in Flint, Michigan, Sherry embodied strength and kindness throughout her life, dedicating herself fully to those she loved and cared for.

As an accomplished accountant and bookkeeper, Sherry's expertise in accounting and finance was...

Lisa M. Washburn

Lisa M. Washburn

Sep 1, 2025

Our beloved mother, Lisa Marrie Washburn, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025 at the age of 55. Born on April 22, 1970 in Charlevoix, Michigan to Margarette Howard and Douglas Hull, she was known for her love for her children and granddaughter. Her radiant spirit, unwavering strength and her deep love for her family.

Lisa dedicated her life to...

Jane A. Luther-Umstadter

Jane A. Luther-Umstadter

Aug 31, 2025

Jane A. Luther-Umstadter, 80 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at The Brook.

Born on June 22, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Richard and Ethel (Murphy) Luther. She grew up in Flushing, Michigan where she graduated from high school, and later received her bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University.

Jane worked for many years in insurance...

Robert Fulton Thomas Jr.

Robert Fulton Thomas Jr.

Aug 31, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, and father, Robert Fulton Thomas Jr., 83 of Johannesburg, who peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Born on August 12, 1942, in Vanceburg, Kentucky, Robert was the fourth of five children...

Daniel R. McCallum

Daniel R. McCallum

Aug 30, 2025

Daniel McCallum was raised in Canada by his parents and came to Michigan to work at Chrysler, a machine shop and did custom upholstery on furniture. When he moved to Hawks Michigan, he bred championship beagles and loved hunting with them. He had a sharp mind and funny personality, especially while playing card games. Christine and he would sit quietly...

Marjorie Jane Goldsmith

Marjorie Jane Goldsmith

Aug 30, 2025

Marjorie Jane Goldsmith passed away peacefully at her home in Petoskey on August 30, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Dan in 2023. Marjorie devoted her life to her husband and four children.

Marge was born March 11, 1931, and attended Boyne Falls Public Schools, graduating in 1948. During her high school summers, Marge rode the train...

Kyle H. Babington

Kyle H. Babington

Aug 30, 2025

Kyle H. Babington, 37 of Gaylord and Cooks, Michigan, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  Kyle is survived by his daughter, Zoey Nelson; and his brother and sister-in-law, Christopher and Kate Babington of Gaylord.

A Memorial Gathering is taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM at the Inwood Township Hall, 1040...

Edward Duski Sr.

Edward Duski Sr.

Aug 30, 2025

Edward Duski, Sr., 93 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at McReynolds Hall.

Born August 18, 1932, in East Pike, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Steven and Anna (Yanchus) Duski.

Ed left home at an early age and joined the United States Air Force, serving honorably for 20 years. During his career he worked as a military police officer...