Obituaries
Carol S. Fredrickson
Mar 31, 2024
Carol S. Fredrickson, 80 of Comins, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024 at home. A funeral mass to celebrate Carol’s life will be held on Saturday, May 18th, 2024, at 10:00 am at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Mio, MI. There will be a light lunch served at the church hall after burial service at the Clinton Township Cemetery in Comins,...
Brian L. Gere
Mar 30, 2024
Brian L Gere, 51, of Gaylord passed away at home with family by his side on March 30, 2024. Brian was born March 6, 1973, to Eugene Richard Gere and Nancy Kathlene (Pruitt) Gere.
Brian was known for having a free spirit, often found outdoors, enjoying bonfires, and listening to his music. He enjoyed hunting and fishing but, most of all,...
Milton Ray Russell
Mar 30, 2024
Milton Ray Russell (87), of Alba MI, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, with his family by his side.
Milton was born November 30, 1936, to Clarence and Almeda Russell of Franklin Furnace, Ohio, as one of 16 children.
On July 1, 1955, after a two-week whirlwind courtship, Milton married the love of his life, Della “Marie” Blevins. He remained a...
Travis W. Fleming
Mar 28, 2024
Staff Sergeant Travis William Fleming, 31, of Grayling passed away unexpectedly due to fatal injuries sustained in a tragic skiing accident at Boyne Mountain Resort on Thursday, March 28, 2024.
He was born on May 30, 1992, to Robert Thomas Fleming and Kimberly Ann Fleming [Knisely] in Pontiac, Michigan. In 2010, Travis graduated from Rockford High School and enlisted in the...
Patricia Blanche Kerr
Mar 28, 2024
Patricia Blanche Kerr, 84 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024 at home. In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.
Michael Lewis Hawk
Mar 23, 2024
Michael L. Hawk, 66 of Petoskey, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
Mike is survived by his sisters: Vicky Lince (Tom), and Kathryn Peck (Denny); children: Tanya Martin, Jason Hawk, Heather Bruce (Gary), Kayla Pennington (Charlie); grandchildren: JR Martin, Jack Martin, Fayth Hernandez (Eli), Gage Hawk, Carter Bruce, Reagan Bruce, Rylan Bruce, Kaylie Pennington, Mary Pennington, Charlie “Reese” Pennington;...
David J. Quintiliano
Mar 22, 2024
David J. Quintiliano, 92 of Charlevoix, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan. Memorial service arrangements are pending.
Edwin J. Fettig
Mar 22, 2024
Edwin Julius Fettig, 82 of Harbor Springs, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024, at Villa by the Bay in Petoskey.
Born in Petoskey on January 11, 1942, he was the son of Leon and Betty (Kucharek) Fettig, and a graduate of St. Francis Catholic Schools in Petoskey.
Shortly after graduating, Edwin served in the United States Army from 1961-1964. After being discharged,...
Calvin C. Gillespie Jr.
Mar 22, 2024
Calvin C. Gillespie Jr., 75 of Boyne City, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at home. Memorial service details are incomplete at this time.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Orena M. Beck
Mar 22, 2024
Orena M. Beck, 97 of Petoskey, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024 at Villa at the Bay.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Erma G. O'Rourke
Mar 21, 2024
Erma G. O’Rourke was born to Harry M. Grover and Grace Sarah (Lewis) Grover on March 21, 1930. She was a graduate of Vanderbilt Area Schools.
On July 6, 1947, she married the love of her life, Vincent E. O’Rourke. They settled in Vanderbilt where they raised their eight children.
Erma worked at Standard Products as a Hi-Low driver for 40...
Barbara Jean Hawkins
Mar 21, 2024
Barbara Jean Hawkins, 89 of Alanson, passed away at home on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Her family will remember her privately.
Robert J. Miller
Mar 20, 2024
Robert J. Miller, 41 of Gaylord, passed away surrounded by family, Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born in Cheboygan, MI on May 26, 1982.
In 2001, Bob graduated from Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools. He loved going on family adventures, hikes, hunting for Petoskey stones, golfing, and fishing. Bob was gifted with his hands. He...
Naomi F. Capelin
Mar 19, 2024
Naomi F. Capelin, 89 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at McReynolds Hall. The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Darryl D. Valentine
Mar 17, 2024
Darryl Delaine Valentine, 84 of Johannesburg, passed away at home on Sunday, March 17, 2024.
Born in Atlanta, Michigan on March 26, 1939, he was the son of Clare and Dorothy (Smith) Valentine. On April 8, 1972, Darryl and Joan Knoch were married in Gaylord.
After graduating from high school, he served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
Darryl was retired...
George A. Magsig
Mar 12, 2024
George A. Magsig, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at The Porches. Born April 18, 1936, in Harris Township, Ohio, the son of Stanley and Florence (Otte) Magsig.
He proudly served his country in the United States Airforce for 3 years. On June 22, 1963, in Midland, he married the love of his life, Judy. George and Judy were members...
Linda Clements
Mar 12, 2024
Linda Clements, 76, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Mark Paddock
Mar 12, 2024
Mark Paddock, 95 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Independence Village.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Oril A. Perkins
Mar 10, 2024
Oril Ann Perkins, 83 of Lewiston, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024, at home. Born October 25, 1940, in Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Edward and Sarah (Dolson) Holmes.
For many years, she worked at St. Joes Hospital in the laundry and food service department. She loved to clean and move around her furniture. Also enjoyed sitting and looking at the...
Deborah Lorraine Fitzpatrick
Mar 9, 2024
Deborah Lorraine Fitzpatrick, 70 of Wolverine, passed away at home on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Her family has chosen to remember her privately.