Obituaries
Kevin Whitman
Dec 25, 2025
Kevin Clinton Whitman, lovingly known as KC or Casey, passed away on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at his home in Indian River, Michigan.
Kevin was the ninth child of DeWitt Clinton "Bud" Whitman and Grace Fitzpatrick Whitman. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers DeWitt Clinton, Mark Robert, and Christopher Fitz Whitman; his sisters Grace Dagwell and Laurel...
Mary J. Richards
Dec 24, 2025
Mary Jane Richards, 63 of Cheboygan, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Jason L. Grabowski
Dec 24, 2025
Jason Lee Grabowski, born on June 22, 1977, in Cheboygan Michigan, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, in Petoskey Michigan. He was the beloved son of John & Pamela Fairchild. His warmth and kindness left a lasting impact on all who knew him.
A proud graduate of Inland Lakes high school in 1997, Jason pursued a career as a handyman,...
Garry Wesley Spencer
Dec 23, 2025
Garry Wesley Spencer, 92 of Grayling, formerly of Houghton Lake, passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Crawford Continuing Care in Grayling. In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.
Clyde E. McMichael
Dec 22, 2025
Clyde E. McMichael, 82 of Petoskey, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Randall K. Wilhelm
Dec 18, 2025
Randy Wilhelm, of Cheboygan and formerly of Saginaw, passed away on December 18, 2025 at the age of 82. He was born August 5, 1943. He was a cherished husband of 59 years, a devoted father, and a loyal friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born and raised in Saginaw, Randy graduated from Arthur Hill...
George M. Fletcher
Dec 18, 2025
George M. Fletcher, 99 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Thursday, December 18, 2025. His family has chosen to remember him privately.
James R. Payne, Sr.
Dec 18, 2025
James ‘Jim’ Robert Payne Sr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mayree Payne, his brother Robert ‘Rusty’ (Libby) Payne, his children James Jr. (Mary) Payne, Gary (Corrina) Payne, and Victoria (Scott) Courterier. He also has 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and many...
Gail Ellen Blair
Dec 18, 2025
Gail Ellen Blair, 62 of Atlanta, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Aspen Ridge in Gaylord.
Born in Toledo, Ohio on January 28, 1962, she was the daughter of Clifford and Alice (Payne) Bowser.
After graduating from high school, Gail was one of just a few women who, at that time, entered the carpenter apprentice program through the Toledo Carpenters’ Union....
Julie A. Koprowicz
Dec 16, 2025
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Julie Ann Benton Koprowicz age 64 from Gaylord, passed away from an unexpected illness on December 16, 2025, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Julie was born in Detroit and grew up on the west side with her parents Gerry and Donna Benton, and brother and sister Gary and Diane. Julie attended St Suzanne's elementary in Detroit...
Jill A. Jenkins
Dec 14, 2025
Jill A. (Fitzek) Jenkins, 59, of Gaylord, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, surrounded by those who loved her most.
Jill was born on November 26, 1966, in Gaylord Michigan, the second youngest of four children born to Judith (Judy) and Leroy (Roy) Fitzek. From the very beginning, she...
Diane S. Livingston
Dec 14, 2025
Diane S. Livingston, 74 of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, December 14, 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.
Donna L. Seamon
Dec 12, 2025
Donna L. Seamon, 86, of Harbor Springs went to be with her Lord on December 12, 2025. She is survived by her husband Richard with whom she lived and loved for 68 years.
She is survived by her 4 children, Peggy Seamon of Harbor Springs, Kenneth (Takemi) Seamon of Hawaii, Daniel (Vonda) Seamon of Harbor Springs, Julie (Joe) Kuchnicki of Brutus....
Ann Elizabeth Kureth
Dec 9, 2025
On February 7, 1939, Ann Kureth was born in Oakland County, Michigan. She went on to live an exuberant life for more than 86 years. She lived every color of the rainbow, with verve, determination and love. Red is for her heart. Her heart loved so big and so strong for her adored husband of 60 years, Terrence Kureth. She...
Kathleen I. Hagen
Dec 6, 2025
After a sudden illness and hospitalization, Kathleen Ilona Hagen passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at her home in the loving care of her husband Robin.
Kathy was born in Dearborn, Michigan, on September 20, 1943, to William "Red" Thomas and Goldie Papp Thomas. She spent her childhood loving butterflies—a lifelong affection—in Detroit. Her teenage years were joyful and glorious...
Gary Lee Twichell
Dec 3, 2025
Gary Lee Twichell, 88 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at The Porches in Gaylord. His family has chosen to remember him privately.
Sharon J. Miller
Dec 2, 2025
Sharon Josephine Miller, a beloved wife, sister, aunt and esteemed member of her community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at The Porches in Gaylord, Michigan at the age of 87. Born on February 7, 1938, in Marathon, Wisconsin, Sharon’s journey through life was marked by dedication, warmth, and an unyielding commitment to those she loved.
As a graduate...
Shirley J. Swadling
Dec 2, 2025
Shirley J. Swadling, 83 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
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Ann M. Seymour
Dec 1, 2025
Ann Marie Seymour, 82, of Atlanta, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home, with her devoted husband, Thom, by her side.
Born on December 20, 1942, in Millington, Michigan, to the late Charlie and Evelyn Muntin, Ann’s early life was shaped by a strong sense of family and community. In 1978, she married the love of...
Carol A. Bradsher
Dec 1, 2025
Carol A. Bradsher, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025, at The Brook.
The family will remember her privately.
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