Obituaries

Dec 2, 2018

Daniel K. Finfrock, 74 of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.  Arrangements are pending and will follow later.

Nov 30, 2018

Carol Jean Tomes, 75 of Frederic, passed away Friday, November 30, 2018 at the Lighthouse at Roscommon Health and Rehab.

Born on January 12, 1943 in Lincoln, Maine, Carol was the daughter of Neil Elwin and Thelma Ruth (Chambers) MacNevin.

On March 23, 1964, Carol was married to Albert James Tomes Sr.  They lived in...

Nov 30, 2018

William F. Maxwell, 86 of Vanderbilt, passed away at home on Friday, November, 30, 2018.  His family has chosen to remember Bill privately.

Nov 29, 2018

Hans Peter Kuehlenthal, 79 of Gaylord, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Thursday, November 29, 2018.

Born in Bad Kissingen, Germany on October 3, 1939, he was the son of Siegfried and Maria (Borst) Kuehlenthal.

Hans grew up in Germany and came to the United States in September of 1958 on military...

Nov 27, 2018

Douglas L. Nowlin, 83 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2018 at home. Born on November 7, 1935 in Lewisville, Texas, Doug was the son of Lewis and Dorsey Nowlin.

Doug loved helping his family, friends and neighbors in any way that he could. His generous spirit was apparent in how he served others. He was...

Nov 27, 2018

Helen Lillian Dagner, 77 of Cheboygan, passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018  at Medilodge of Cheboygan after an extended illness.

Helen was born on October 9, 1941 in Detroit, the daughter of Woodford and Josephine (Schick) Shawhan.  Helen married Wallace Dagner and spent much of her life in Rogers City raising her two children and being the owner/operator of...

Nov 25, 2018

James W. Muraszewski, 60 of East Jordan, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.

Nov 24, 2018

George s. Coonrod, 67 of Petoskey, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018 at home.  Arrangements for a memorial service are pending and will be announced later.

Nov 21, 2018

Pamela K. Vanliew, 69 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hemlock.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com

Nov 20, 2018

Corina A. Russell, 53 of Charlevoix passed away on Friday, November 20, 2018 at home.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com

Nov 19, 2018

Norma G. Eckley, 96 of Harbor Springs, passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 at Bay Bluffs in Harbor Springs.  At the present time, her family will remember her privately.

Nov 18, 2018

Reverend Juanita Jo Ferguson, 75 of Gaylord and formerly of Detroit, passed away Sunday, November 18, 2018 at Aspen Ridge.  Retired from the United Methodist Church, a memorial service will be held in Detroit at 1:00 PM Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Metropolitan United Methodist Church.

Nov 18, 2018

David Wilson Brown, 75 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday evening at Hiland Cottage Hospice House in Petoskey with several family members comforting him at his bedside.

From two marriages, David was a father to five sons; James 52 of Bloomington,  IN, Brian 49 of Gaylord, MI, Brett 46 of  Margate, FL, Eric (deceased) and Ryan 30 of Grand Rapids, MI.  He was a father...

Nov 16, 2018

Joshua Allen Jones, age 31 of Gaylord, passed away peacefully in his home, Friday, November 16, 2018.  He was born in Gaylord on August, 31, 1987.

Joshua attended Gaylord High School.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and riding snowmobiles.  He also loved music, fishing, cooking and camping.

Joshua is survived by his parents,...

Nov 16, 2018

David N. Duncan, 64 of Lynn Haven, FL and formerly of Carp Lake, MI, passed away Friday, November 16, 2018 at the University of Alabama Hospital in Birmingham, AL.

David was born in Cheboygan on October 18, 1954. In 1972, he graduated from Mackinaw City High School. David proudly obtained a Bachelor degree in administration and education, a Master degree...

Nov 13, 2018

David Allan Patrola, 62 of Southgate, passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.  Arrangements for a memorial service are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Nov 12, 2018

Brice Arthur Pederson, 78 of Rockford and formerly of Vanderbilt, passed into the arms of the Lord on Monday, November 12, 2018 at The Sanctuary at Saint Mary’s in Grand Rapids after a 5 ½ year battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Born on February 5, 1940 in Elk Rapids, Brice was the son of Harold and Vera (Barnes)...

Nov 9, 2018

Sharon Rogala, 73 of Comins passed away Friday, November 9, 2018 at Crawford Continuing Care Center in Grayling.

The family has chosen to remember her privately.

Nov 8, 2018

James B. O'Henley, 81 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Thursday, November 8, 2018.  A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

Nov 6, 2018

Fred E. Carl, 83 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at home.

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

Please share your memories and personal messages with the family at www.gaylordfuneralhome.com.