Obituaries
Lisa M. Washburn
Sep 1, 2025
Our beloved mother, Lisa Marrie Washburn, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025 at the age of 55. Born on April 22, 1970 in Charlevoix, Michigan to Margarette Howard and Douglas Hull, she was known for her love for her children and granddaughter. Her radiant spirit, unwavering strength and her deep love for her family.
Lisa dedicated her life to...
Jane A. Luther-Umstadter
Aug 31, 2025
Jane A. Luther-Umstadter, 80 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025, at The Brook.
Born on June 22, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, she was the daughter of Richard and Ethel (Murphy) Luther. She grew up in Flushing, Michigan where she graduated from high school, and later received her bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University.
Jane worked for many years in insurance...
Robert Fulton Thomas Jr.
Aug 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, and father, Robert Fulton Thomas Jr., 83 of Johannesburg, who peacefully went to be with the Lord, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Born on August 12, 1942, in Vanceburg, Kentucky, Robert was the fourth of five children...
Daniel R. McCallum
Aug 30, 2025
Daniel McCallum was raised in Canada by his parents and came to Michigan to work at Chrysler, a machine shop and did custom upholstery on furniture. When he moved to Hawks Michigan, he bred championship beagles and loved hunting with them. He had a sharp mind and funny personality, especially while playing card games. Christine and he would sit quietly...
Marjorie Jane Goldsmith
Aug 30, 2025
Marjorie Jane Goldsmith passed away peacefully at her home in Petoskey on August 30, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Dan in 2023. Marjorie devoted her life to her husband and four children.
Marge was born March 11, 1931, and attended Boyne Falls Public Schools, graduating in 1948. During her high school summers, Marge rode the train...
Kyle H. Babington
Aug 30, 2025
Kyle H. Babington, 37 of Gaylord and Cooks, Michigan, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Kyle is survived by his daughter, Zoey Nelson; and his brother and sister-in-law, Christopher and Kate Babington of Gaylord.
A Memorial Gathering is taking place on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 12:30 PM at the Inwood Township Hall, 1040...
Edward Duski Sr.
Aug 30, 2025
Edward Duski, Sr., 93 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at McReynolds Hall.
Born August 18, 1932, in East Pike, Pennsylvania, he was the son of Steven and Anna (Yanchus) Duski.
Ed left home at an early age and joined the United States Air Force, serving honorably for 20 years. During his career he worked as a military police officer...
Philip Eames
Aug 29, 2025
Philip John Eames, 63 of Kincheloe, Michigan passed away at McLaren Northern Michigan on Thursday, August 28, 2025. An updated obituary will follow soon.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Philip John Eames, 63 of Kincheloe, Michigan passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 28, 2025. He was born in Seattle, Washington on May 23,...
James J. Reinhardt
Aug 29, 2025
James J. Reinhardt, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, at the age of 91 in Gaylord, Michigan. Born on April 27, 1934, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Jim lived a life rich with experience and achievement, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love.
After earning a Bachelor's degree in engineering from the University...
James Richard Olli
Aug 28, 2025
James Richard Olli completed his journey here on earth and went home to Heaven on August 28th, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Born on December 3rd, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, Jim was the third child of Toivo and Alice (Peterson) Olli. Jim grew up in Livonia, MI where he shared many memories with his siblings, Sandra, Dave, and Janice. His most...
Sedate Phillips
Aug 28, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sedate Phillips (née Kulow)
March 15, 1926 – August 28, 2025
I was born on March 15, 1926 in Cleveland, Ohio, and grew up in Sherman, New York. Some of my happiest childhood memories were spent at Mullett Lake Village, Michigan, where my Grandpa Silliman built one of the first summer cottages back in 1890. As a teenager,...
Shirley L. Wolf
Aug 28, 2025
Shirley Lee Wolf, 81 of Lewiston, passed away at home on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Born in Lewiston, she was the daughter of Robert and Alice (McKenzie) Turppa. The family also lived in Atlanta, where Shirley graduated from Atlanta High School in 1962.
On September 11, 1965, Shirley and Elmo Wolf were married in Lewiston. For a few years they lived in...
Patricia A. Panepucci
Aug 27, 2025
Patricia A. Panepucci, 70 of Cheboygan passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Her family has chosen to remember her privately.
Betty D. Kellogg
Aug 26, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Betty Drucilla Kellogg, the most loving and wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who died on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at the age of 87.
She was the most selfless, giving, caring, and supportive woman who loved all of her family and many friends "to the moon and back"....
Jerome "Jerry" M. Heska
Aug 25, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Maynard Heska, a 60-year resident of Gaylord, Michigan, peacefully passed away on August 25, 2025, at Crawford Continuing Care Center in Grayling, Michigan. He was 98 years young.
Jerry was born to William and Lenora Heska on May 28, 1927, in Dearborn, Michigan and grew up in Inkster. He was the only son out of four children (and was...
Linda R. Futrel
Aug 25, 2025
Linda Rose Futrel, 73 of Indian River passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. The family will remember her privately.
Carol J. Henninger
Aug 24, 2025
Carole J. Henninger, 91 of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at Villa at the Bay.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Charles Peter Anderson
Aug 24, 2025
Charles Peter Anderson, 80 of Mancelona and formerly of Bay City, passed away at home Sunday, August 24, 2025.
The son of Alfred and Opal (Martin) Anderson, he was born in Bay City on December 17, 1944. He grew up, graduated from high school, and worked as a toolmaker at Prestolite for many years in Bay City before later moving to...
Glendara Kay "Glennie" Wells
Aug 24, 2025
Glendara Kay “Glennie” Wells was born July 31, 1940, in East Jordan, Michigan, to the late Carl Hunt and Helen (Bennett) Hazelmyer.
Kay attended East Jordan High School and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Navy, training in San Diego and serving as a dental assistant in South Carolina. She later drew on those skills to work as a dental assistant...
Gerald Flickinger
Aug 23, 2025
Gerald Gordon Flickinger, Gerry to his friends, 84 of Vanderbilt, passed away at home Saturday, August 23, 2025, surrounded by his family and pets just 11 days shy of his 85th birthday.
The son of Homer and Edith (Wilson), he was born September 3, 1940, in Hudson Township. Gerald was a life long area resident residing on the same family...
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