Obituaries

Marvin Weber

Marvin Weber

Sep 28, 2025

Marvin George Weber, born on December 14, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025, at home in Boyne City, Michigan. He lived a full and active life, dedicated to family, friends and education.

Marvin graduated from Taft High School in 1949. He served in the United States Air Force, Korean war, before going on to further his...

Elsa J. Freeman

Elsa J. Freeman

Sep 27, 2025

Elsa Jean Freeman took her last breath on earth and her first breath in Heaven on September 27, 2025, at the age of 104 in Gaylord, Michigan. Born on January 10, 1921, in New Haven Township, Michigan, Elsa's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, faith, dedication, and unwavering spirit.

As a proud homemaker, she devoted herself to raising her...

Paul E. Martin

Paul E. Martin

Sep 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Edward Martin, who left us unexpectedly on September 27, 2025, due to an accident in Vanderbilt, MI. Born in Detroit, MI on August 5, 1949, Paul was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, and friend to many. Growing up in Washington, MI, Paul graduated from Romeo High...

Kathy L. Racignol

Kathy L. Racignol

Sep 26, 2025

Kathy L. Racignol, 73 of Petoskey, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025, at Munson Medical Center.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

Charles M. Teney

Charles M. Teney

Sep 25, 2025

Charles M. Teney, 68 of St. Ignace, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at home.

Service details are incomplete at this time.

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Eleanor H. Gibson

Eleanor H. Gibson

Sep 25, 2025

Eleanor H. Gibson, 99 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Woodland Acres Assisted Living. 

The family has chosen to remember her privately. 

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Michael A. Speigl

Michael A. Speigl

Sep 22, 2025

Michael A. Speigl, 74 of Charlevoix, passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately. 

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Muriel W. Feole

Muriel W. Feole

Sep 22, 2025

Muriel W. Feole, 92 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Monday, September 22, 2025.  Her family has chosen to remember her privately.

Gary L. Harding

Gary L. Harding

Sep 20, 2025

Gary L. Harding, 78 of Wolverine, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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Joan Ellen Hutton

Joan Ellen Hutton

Sep 18, 2025

Joan Ellen Hutton, 90 of Gaylord and a former longtime resident of Guthrie Lakes, passed away at home at The Brook on Thursday, September 18, 2025.

Born in Pontiac, Michigan, she was the daughter of Gordon and Alice (Clothier) McLeod and grew up in Waterford.

On August 11, 1956, Joan and Robert Hutton Jr. were married in Waterford. They were residents of...

John Malcolm Berry

John Malcolm Berry

Sep 17, 2025

John Malcom Berry, passed away peacefully at Otsego Memorial Hospital Wednesday September 17, 2025, after a brief hospital stay.

Born in Grayling, Michigan, Mr. Berry was a lifetime resident of Otsego County in Gaylord and also Vanderbilt. He graduated in 1959 from Gaylord High School. An exceptional athlete, Mr. Berry held the 100 yard dash record in high school for nearly...

John C. Kirby

John C. Kirby

Sep 17, 2025

John Carlton Kirby, age 84, of Gaylord, Michigan, passed away on September 17, 2025, at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital.

John was born on November 22, 1940, in Boyne City, Michigan, to John and Donna (Green) Kirby. He grew up on West Street in Boyne City alongside his five siblings: Trudy Welsh (Joe), David, Becky Griffin (Mike), Ken, and Bill.

After serving in...

Benjamin F. Campbell

Benjamin F. Campbell

Sep 15, 2025

Benjamin F. Campbell, 98 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025, at August Haus in Gaylord.

Born April 15, 1927, in Portsmouth, Ohio, Ben was the son of Benjamin and Nettie (Coleman) Campbell.

Ben honorably served his country during World War II as a paratrooper with the U.S. Army 11th Airborne Division. A proud veteran, Ben was a life member of...

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. Costello, affectionately known as Eddie, was born on September 11, 1971, in Gaylord, Michigan. He passed away on September 13, 2025, in the place he called home. Edgar leaves behind a legacy marked by his dedication to his career and a life that reflected his cherished interests.

Eddie was a diligent lineman and journeyman for over 20 years, demonstrating...

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 was born on February 5, 1986, in San Antonio, Texas. His early years were spent having fun and being mischievous with his siblings, with whom he was very close. He resided and attended school in San Antonio until 8th grade. In 2000, at the age of 14, Ray and his siblings joined the Iseler family, and moved...

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

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 an astute and keen mind. The thrill of alligator hunting...

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...