Obituaries
Robert Keith Green
Oct 19, 2024
Robert Keith Green, 86 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Saturday, October 19, 2024.
Born in Muskegon, Michigan on April 14, 1938, Bob was the son of Loren and Ula (Loshaw) Green.
On August 6, 1955, Bob and Irene O’Rourke were married at his parents’ home in Vanderbilt. Initially, Bob worked at Higgins Industries in Vanderbilt for ten years.
He and Irene...
Charles Edward Barber Jr.
May 10, 2025
Charles Edward Barber Jr, 39 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Saturday, May 10, 2025. His family has chosen to remember him privately.
Juanita Marie Menne
May 10, 2025
Juanita Marie Menne, 84 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025 at Woodland Acres in Gaylord. Arrangements for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Cathedral, and complete obituary information are pending and will follow soon.
Naomi R. Smith
May 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Naomi Ruth Smith, 80 of Johannesburg, who peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by the love of her family, at her home on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Born on January 20, 1945, in Vanceburg, Kentucky, Naomi was the youngest of five children born to Robert...
Marilyn S. Morris
May 6, 2025
Marilyn S. Morris, 79 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
A full obituary will be updated.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Charles E. Hamsher
May 6, 2025
Charles Edward Hamsher, 94 of Wolverine, passed away peacefully at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
Born May 1, 1931, in Pontiac, he was the son of Charles and Jean (Williamson) Hamsher.
On August 19, 1950, Chuck married the love of his life, Ruth Anne Goodchild. They were longtime residents of Wolverine, where they raised their three children.
Chuck...
Maribeth Barnett
May 5, 2025
Maribeth Barnett, 91 of Mackinaw City, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at Cheboygan Harmony House.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Margaret E. Thompson
May 5, 2025
Margaret E. Thompson, 74 of Boyne City, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at home, with her husband by her side.
A private memorial gathering will take place in the near future.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Mary Jane Vickery
May 4, 2025
Mary Jane Vickery of Hillman MI, formerly of Waterford Mi; age 77, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital.
Loving wife of Bryan F. Vickery; Cherish mother of Brenda (Jim) Hogberg and Jason (LeAnn) Vickery; Amazing Grandma to Christopher and Nicholas Hogberg, Nakia (Ki), Kallaway (Kal) and Scots Vickery, Jeffrey (Alisha) Noel, Kyle (Rachel) Noel,...
Bernard J. "Bernie" Kibbe
Apr 29, 2025
Bernard J. "Bernie" Kibbe, 81 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at home.
Celebration of Life gathering details will be announced soon.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
John G. Stover
Apr 26, 2025
John Glenn Stover, 80 of Johannesburg, passed away Saturday, April 26, 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.
George W. Riness
Apr 22, 2025
George W. Riness, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather and cherished friend, departed this world on April 22, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan, leaving behind a legacy steeped in warmth and laughter. Born on January 4, 1959, in Cheboygan, Michigan, George was a steadfast presence in the lives of all who knew him. He lived a life rich with simple pleasures and...
Litecia A. Jankowski
Apr 19, 2025
It is with deep love and gratitude that we honor Litecia (Tish) Jankowski who passed on Saturday, April 19, 2025. She was born February 21, 1961.
She is survived by her husband Douglas Mast, two children, Amanda Stiling (Andrew), Cody Allen, and her 2 grandchildren, Benjamin and Noah, mother Diana (Thomas Jankowski, deceased) and nieces and nephews. She was the eldest...
Leonard J. Nelson
Apr 19, 2025
Leonard J. Nelson, 79 of Boyne City, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
DeWayne Annabel
Apr 18, 2025
DeWayne Eugene Annabel, 63 of Grayling, Michigan passed away on April 18,2025, unexpectedly at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan with his family by his side. DeWayne was born on August 14, 1961, in Mount Clemons, Michigan to Richard and Eleanor (Dobberowsky) Annabel.
He was married on August 31, 1985, to Mary (Hudaski) Annabel in Warren Michigan. DeWayne met Mary...
Marjorie E. Ahrenberg
Apr 16, 2025
Marjorie E. Ahrenberg, a gentle spirit whose presence graced the world since January 2, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, was called to her eternal rest on April 16, 2025, in Gaylord, Michigan. She departed this life unexpectedly, having fallen at her beloved Gaylord Methodist Church while lovingly delivering baked treats—a testament to her nurturing nature and the kindness woven into the...
Bruce A. Cheshire
Apr 15, 2025
Bruce A. Cheshire, 56 of Guliver, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Cheboygan.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Ronald Benz
Apr 14, 2025
Ronald Benz, 80, of Elmira, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, with his two daughters by his side. Born on January 23, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, he was the son of Emil and Jennie (Milinski) Benz.
On January 28, 1966, he married the love of his life, Mary Jane (Brooks). He was a dedicated professional who spent his career working...
Scott E. Fox
Apr 13, 2025
Scott E. Fox, 57 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at home. Born June 24, 1967, in Gaylord, the son of Ronald and Hazel (Caddick) Fox.
In 1986, Scott graduated from Gaylord High School. Upon graduation, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving for four years. Having a great wealth of respect for the military, he...
Alexandria "Elsie" Matuszak
Apr 11, 2025
Alexandria “Elsie” Matuszak, 86 of Elmira, passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, while vacationing with her daughter and some of her grandchildren in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Born in Elmira on December 27, 1938, she was the daughter of Theodore and Agnes (Boris) Wallick.
Elsie graduated from Gaylord St. Mary High School in 1957 and married the love of her life, Richard...
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