Obituaries
Mildred E. "Millie" Goodale
Jul 19, 2025
Mildred Elizabeth “Millie” Goodale, 77 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
She was born in Munich, Germany on December 23, 1947 to Aaron and Trudy (Smith) Schmidt, where her father was stationed, serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. His military service later took the family to Morocco where they lived for several years.
Following her dad’s military...
Marie M. Wojtkowiak
Jul 19, 2025
Marie M. Wojtkowiak, 90 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at August Haus. Born August 11, 1934, in Gaylord, the daughter of Clement and Regina (Kwapis) Kujawa.
On August 27, 1955, at St. Mary Cathedral, Marie married the love of her life, Richard. They created a beautiful life together. She was a proud stay at home mom, raising three...
Bryce Duane Dennis
Jul 15, 2025
Bryce D. Dennis, 72, died July 16, 2025. He was born in 1952 to Bryce and Ruth (Hankins) Dennis. After graduation, Bryce spent much of the 70’s in Detroit before returning to Petoskey to join his father and brother in Dennis Masonry. He found his passion for stonework and went on to create beautiful masterpieces in Bay Harbor and in...
Wayne S. Hufford
Jul 15, 2025
Wayne S. Hufford, 66 of East Jordan, passed away at home on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.
Betty Jane Dow
Jul 15, 2025
Betty Jane Dow, 91 of Cheboygan, passed away at The Brook in Cheboygan, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Born in Flint, she was the daughter of Harry and Mabel (Wood) Tallman.
Betty grew up in Flint and attended Flint Schools. She and Everett Dow were married in Flint at Sacred Heart Catholic Church on January 24, 1953. They lived much of...
William Arthur Skibinski
Jul 14, 2025
William Arthur Skibinski, 87 of Gaylord, passed away at Munson Healthcare McReynolds Hall on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Born in Bay City on May 15, 1938, he was the son of Valentine and Dorothy (Dolsen) Skibinski. Bill grew up in Bay City where he graduated from St. Stanislaus Catholic High School. He served four years in the Army Reserves.
Bill met his...
Rodney Sherwood Staskievitz
Jul 13, 2025
Rodney S. Staskievitz, 56, of Carrollton, Ohio, formerly of Vanderbilt, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Born April 20, 1969, in Ypsilanti, Michigan, he was a son of the late John C. and Ann L. (White) Staskievitz.
Rodney spent much of his life working as an auto mechanic in Michigan before transitioning into the gas...
Barbara J. Goodwill
Jul 12, 2025
Barbara J. Goodwill, 61 of Vanderbilt, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital in Gaylord.
Born January 27, 1964, in Detroit, she was the daughter of William and Virginia (Perry) Hanback. At an early age, she moved to Wolverine with her family for a brief time, and later to Vanderbilt, where she graduated from Vanderbilt High School.
Barbara...
Sharon Ann Roemer
Jul 9, 2025
Sharon Ann Roemer, 77 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesdy, July 9, 2025 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Her family has chosen to remember her privately.
Robert Terry Hattis
Jul 8, 2025
Robert Terry Hattis, 80 of Johannesburg, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at August Haus in Gaylord.
Terry’s survivors include his wife, Gloria; sons, Robert (Kim) Hattis and David (Kim) Hattis; daughters, Deborah (Brian) Troppens, and Cynthia (Harry) Kennedy; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
In keeping with his wishes his family will remember him privately at a graveside gathering at Mt....
David M. DeBolt
Jul 7, 2025
David M. DeBolt, 73 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, July 7, 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.
Suzanne A. Lindstrom
Jul 7, 2025
Suzanne A. Lindstrom, 60 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, at Otsego Memorial Hospital.
A memorial service will take place at a later date.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Douglas W. Hemme
Jul 5, 2025
Douglas W. Hemme, 69 of Cheboygan, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Karen L. Downing
Jul 5, 2025
Karen L. Downing, 76, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family. Karen and her husband, Curt Downing, were married 48 years and enjoyed living in Indiana, Florida, Arkansas, and Michigan.
She was a talented sewer, crafter, and loved decorating all rooms of her home. She worked as an Executive Assistant in the finance/banking industry and most...
Kenneth G. Murray Jr.
Jul 4, 2025
Kenneth Gordon Murray Jr., 64 of Lewiston and formerly of Clarkston, went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2025, at home with his loved ones.
Ken was born in Germany on October 25, 1960, to Kenneth & Nicole Murray on the military base. Ken was the only boy of five kids.
Ken was a stone mason by trade. At...
Gail C. Powell
Jul 3, 2025
Gail Carol McBrearty Powell, affectionately known as “Flash,” passed away on July 3, 2025, in Indian River, Michigan, at the age of 73. Born on March 8, 1952, in Highland Park, Michigan, Gail was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and ardent animal lover whose deep convictions and even deeper love left an indelible mark on all who knew her.Gail was...
Janet Susan Richards
Jul 2, 2025
Janet Susan Richards, aged 70, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 2, 2025, at her beloved family cottage near Johannesburg Michigan.
She was born on May 14, 1955, in Trenton, Michigan to the late Don and Lois (Litchfield) Black. On November 27, 1976, Janet married the love of her life Allen Richards in Marine City, Michigan and they spent...
Georgia M. Vogt-Sass
Jul 2, 2025
Georgia Marie Vogt-Sass, 66 of Cheboygan, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Memorial gathering arrangements will be announce later.
Bruce R. Croff
Jul 1, 2025
Bruce R. Croff, 79 of Brutus, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at home.
A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Gary F. McNeil
Jun 29, 2025
Gary F. McNeil, 59 of Wolverine, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Munson Medical Center.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
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