Obituaries
Shirley Ann Brown
Jun 2, 2026
Shirley Ann Brown, 79, of Elmira passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Meadow Brook in Bellaire.
Shirley was born on March 22, 1947 to Haskell and Evelyn (Benz) Gaines.
She is survived by her daughter Dawn (Carl) Knouse and stepdaughter Marianne (George) Fingado; grandchildren, Charles Knouse, Heather Knouse, Trevor (Marcy) Knouse, Michael Fingado, Johnathan Fingado, and Julianne...
James Edward Tousley
May 31, 2026
James Edward Tousley, aged 69 of Elmira Michigan, was quietly called home to God on May 31, 2026. James was born June 12, 1956. He was preceded in death by his father, wife Cathy and his brothers John and Jay.
James is survived by his mother Esther, daughter Courtney (George)Greenlee, sons Clinton & Chad; grandchildren Bryanah Lynne, Abbey Marie, AllyLynn, AnnaLise...
Norman C. Cutshall Jr.
May 31, 2026
Norman Conrad Cutshall, Jr. of Petoskey passed away peacefully Sunday, May 31, 2026. He was 100 years old.
Born in Detroit, Michigan on May 29, 1926, Norman was the son of Norman Sr. and Bessie Cutshall. He grew up in Detroit where he graduated from Redford High School in 1944, and immediately joined the Navy to serve in World War II....
Sharon Passingham
May 31, 2026
Sharon Lynn Passingham, 84 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, May 31, 2026 at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital.Born in Royal Oak, she was the daughter of Wilfred and Alice (Mason) Smith. Sharon graduated from Troy High School in 1959.After living in the metro area for many years, Sharon moved to Gaylord from Royal Oak in 1988. She worked as a cosmetologist...
Joan Ruth Waha
May 31, 2026
Joan R. Waha, 87 of Boyne City, and formerly of Charlevoix, passed away peacefully Sunday, May 31, 2026 at The Brook of Boyne City.
Born in Highland Park, Michigan on May 20, 1939, Joan was the daughter of Joseph and Virginia (Shoneman) Moir. She grew up in Detroit where she graduated from Redford High School in 1957. She and her husband...
Harry E. "Tony" Wolf
May 31, 2026
Harry Edwin Wolf 87 of Gaylord, known as Tony, passed away at his daughter's home in Gaylord on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
He was born on June 9, 1938, in Gaylord Michigan and grew up and lived in the little town of Sparr, working for Darling Soap Company, and driving truck until he retired.
He and his wife Patricia Wolf (Gatewood) had...
Raymond Glen Bevard
May 30, 2026
Raymond Glen Bevard, 74 of Johannesburg, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026 at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey. The family will remember him privately. Please share your personal messages and memories with the family on the guestbook below.
Henry Gene Hofbauer
May 29, 2026
Henry Gene Hofbauer, 69, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.Born on April 21, 1957, Henry was the beloved husband of Cynthia Ann Hofbauer (née Peterson). Henry graduated from Harbor Springs High School and married his high school sweetheart on October 18, 1975. They made their home in Harbor Springs.Henry spent much of...
Albert Chester Pomarzynski
May 27, 2026
Albert Chester Pomarzynski Jr., 90 of Gaylord, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Muson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital.Albert was born March 2, 1936, at home in Gaylord, the fourth of nine children, to Albert and Lottie (Matelski) Pomarzynski. He grew up as the "middle child' and loved playing with his four brothers and three sisters. His brother, Peter,...
Teddy Krol
May 27, 2026
Teddy Krol, 82 of Gaylord, Michigan passed away on May 27th, 2026, at Munson Otsego Memorial Hospital. Born October 5th, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan to Stanley and Wanda Krol. His family moved to Gaylord, Michigan in 1946. He was preceded in death by his siblings Jenny Sides, Helen Miller, Chester Krol, and Edward Krol. Surviving siblings Dorothy Madsen of Oscoda, Michigan and Lorraine Krol...
John Francis Paquin
May 24, 2026
John F. Paquin, affectionately known as Jack, 84 of Gaylord, peacefully passed away Saturday, May 24, 2026 at McReynolds Hall in Gaylord.Born June 2, 1941, at home in Wolverine, Jack was the only son of Francis P and Genevieve L (Hayworth) Paquin. He was a lifelong area resident. The family moved to Vanderbilt where he and his sisters all received...
Loretta Jean "Billi" Barnes
May 21, 2026
Loretta Jean "Billi" Barnes, 89 of Petoskey, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Villa at the Bay in Petoskey. In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.
Michael G. Trixler
May 20, 2026
On May 20, 2026, Trix, 77, passed away peacefully at his home with loved ones around him. He was born on December 10, 1948, in South Bend and later made his home in Boyne City with his wife, Joellen Trixler.
Trix was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, businessman, and friend. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1969...
Raymond L. Bruce
May 20, 2026
The world became a little quieter on May 20, 2026, when Raymond Lee Bruce left us. Born on July 19, 1949, he was 76 years old, but his presence felt timeless, steady, warm, and deeply rooted in love for the people around him.
Raymond was raised in Charlevoix, Michigan, a place that shaped his sense of honesty, hard work, and...
Fred M. Leyh
May 16, 2026
Fred M. Leyh, 83 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Aspen Ridge.The family has chosen to remember him privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Mason Asher Willford Tubbs
May 15, 2026
Mason Asher Willford Tubbs, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew and friend, passed away suddenly on May 15, 2026, at the age of 24. Born on April 12, 2002, Mason's life, though marked by challenges, was defined by his genuine spirit, immense heart, and kindness. Those who knew him remember a young man who was thoughtful, putting others before himself.A...
William Michael Munson
May 13, 2026
William "BJ" Munson of Gaylord fell asleep in death peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 13, 2026, after a 6 year battle with cancer.
BJ grew up in Maryland but has lived in Gaylord with his family for 25 years. He was a minister of Jehovah's Witnesses and a member of the Gaylord Congregation. He enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, traveling...
Mary A. Jones
May 12, 2026
Mary A. Jones, 66 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at home, with her son by her side.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Rodney George Rubus
May 11, 2026
Rodney George Rubus, 72 of Gaylord, took his last flight to his heavenly home on Monday, May 11, 2026, after an 18 month courageous battle with brain cancer.Born in Dearborn, MI to George and Margaret Rubus, he was the youngest of three sons. After graduating from University of Michigan, he entered the United State Marine Corp where he proudly served...
Joseph Francis Prebenda
May 11, 2026
Joseph F. Prebenda, 70 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at home.Born March 9, 1956, in Dearborn, Joe was the first born child of Ronald J. and Margaret M. (Mallon) Prebenda. He was also the first born grandchild to both sets of grandparents.After graduating from Bishop Borgess High School in Redford in 1974, Joe attended Northern Michigan University in...
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