Obituaries

Jo Anne "Jody" Fleming

Jo Anne "Jody" Fleming

Dec 18, 2022

Jo Anne “Jody” Fleming, 71 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Sunday, December 18, 2022, with Butch and her beloved dog Charlie at her side.

Born in Petoskey, Michigan on June 14, 1951, she was the daughter of Clifford C. and Elizabeth M. (Cauchon) Moyer. 

After graduating from Johannesburg-Lewiston High School in 1969, Jody attended NCMC in Petoskey, and...

Michael A. "Mac" Scribner

Michael A. "Mac" Scribner

Dec 17, 2022

Michael A. "Mac" Scribner, 70 of Frederic, passed away at home on Saturday, December 17, 2022.  Mac was retired from the maintenance department at Otsego Memorial Hospital where he worked for many years.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Gerald M. Samson

Gerald M. Samson

Dec 17, 2022

Gerald M. Samson, 94 of Petoskey, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

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

Terry Lee Yuker

Terry Lee Yuker

Dec 15, 2022

Terry Lee Yuker, 61 of Levering, passed away Thursday, December 15, 2022 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.  His family has chosen to remember him privately.

Susan Marie Harper

Susan Marie Harper

Dec 14, 2022

Susan Marie Harper, 65 of East Jordan, passed away at home on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.  Memorial service arrangements are pending and will be announced later.

Regena "Gena" M. Demaree

Regena "Gena" M. Demaree

Dec 11, 2022

 

Regena “Gena” Marie Demaree, 54 of Gaylord, peacefully passed away Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Munson Medical Center surrounded by her family. Born on December 3, 1968 in Wellsville, New York, Regena was the daughter of John Hoppe and Diane (Robert) Demaree.

Friends and family members would describe her as a very loving, kind, caring person with a great...

Vicki Lynn Cleveland

Vicki Lynn Cleveland

Dec 10, 2022

Vicki Lynn Cleveland, 69 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2022 at Villa by the Bay in Petoskey.  Her family has chosen to remember her privately.

Mitchell David Quaine

Mitchell David Quaine

Dec 10, 2022

Mitchell David Quaine, 70 of Alanson, passed away at home with his family on Saturday, December 10, 2022.

Born in Detroit, Michigan on September 1, 1952, he was the son of Bert J. and Donna (Sokcevik) Quaine.

After graduating from Detroit Catholic Central High School, Mitch went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from Lawrence Technological University. 

Mitch had a...

Corey Eric Harmer

Corey Eric Harmer

Dec 7, 2022

Corey Eric Harmer, 51 of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital. 

Born August 12, 1971 in Petoskey, he was the son of Michael and Noreen (Canfield) Harmer.  Corey grew up in Frederic and Grayling, where he graduated from high school in 1989.  After high school, Corey attended the Emeril Lagasse Culinary School...

Thomas Derkatz

Thomas Derkatz

Dec 6, 2022

 

Thomas “Tom” Derkatz, 81 of Wolverine, passed away Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at home surrounded by his children. Born in Detroit on May 5, 1941, he was the son of Michael and Irene (Wrobleski) Derkatz.

Tom grew up in Detroit and moved his family to Wolverine, MI in 1971. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Sunday dinner, outdoor...

Warren William Phillip Towns

Warren William Phillip Towns

Dec 5, 2022

Warren William Phillip Towns, 77 of Boyne City, passed away Monday, December 5, 2022 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Travis James MacKinnon

Travis James MacKinnon

Dec 4, 2022

Travis James MacKinnon 36 of Port Huron formerly from Grayling, passed away in his home on Sunday December 4, 2022.

Travis was a hardworking man skilled in all areas of construction.

Born in Grayling on March 12, 1986. Travis was the son of Robert and Laura (Mackinnon) Bonenfant. Born to Sean Walsh Sr. Travis Grew up in Grayling Until moving...

Thelma C. Stephan

Thelma C. Stephan

Dec 4, 2022

Thelma C. Stephan, 87 of Charlevoix, passed away Sunday, December 4, 2022 at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

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

Laura A. Hoyt

Laura A. Hoyt

Dec 3, 2022

Laura A. Hoyt, 60 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022 at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

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

Gloria F. VanGordon

Gloria F. VanGordon

Dec 3, 2022

Gloria F. VanGordon, 89 of Mackinaw City, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

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

Kathleen "Katie" Schlecht

Kathleen "Katie" Schlecht

Dec 2, 2022

Kathleen "Katie" Schlecht, 70 of Gaylord, passed away Friday, December 2, 2022 at Medilodge of Gaylord.

The family will remember her privately.

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

Katherine Laslo

Katherine Laslo

Dec 1, 2022

Katherine Laslo, 91 of Frederic, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022, at home with her husband by her side. Born in Coley Station, Georgia on February 24, 1931, she was the daughter of Jim and Willie Mae Renka.

Katherine was deeply loved and will be missed greatly.

She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Joseph; children, Joe (Peter)...

Raymond T. Meyer

Raymond T. Meyer

Dec 1, 2022

Raymond T. Meyer, 83 of Levering, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022 at Villa by the Bay in Petoskey.  At this time, his family will remember him privately.

Daniel J. Dallas

Daniel J. Dallas

Nov 30, 2022

Daniel J. Dallas, 72 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at Munson Healthcare McReynolds Hall.  Dan was retired from the City of Gaylord Police Department.  In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.

Marilyn C. Serveny

Marilyn C. Serveny

Nov 26, 2022

 

Marilyn C. Serveny, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2022, at home. Born in Detroit on November 1, 1935, she was the daughter of Charles and Adele (Golac) Pulick.

Marilyn graduated from Mackenzie High School in Detroit, Michigan. On May 19, 1956, Marilyn and Bill married in Detroit. Days after their wedding, they moved to California.

Her...