Obituaries
George M. Fletcher
Dec 18, 2025
George M. Fletcher, 99 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Thursday, December 18, 2025. His family has chosen to remember him privately.
James R. Payne, Sr.
Dec 18, 2025
James ‘Jim’ Robert Payne Sr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mayree Payne, his brother Robert ‘Rusty’ (Libby) Payne, his children James Jr. (Mary) Payne, Gary (Corrina) Payne, and Victoria (Scott) Courterier. He also has 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and many...
Gail Ellen Blair
Dec 18, 2025
Gail Ellen Blair, 62 of Atlanta, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Aspen Ridge in Gaylord.
Born in Toledo, Ohio on January 28, 1962, she was the daughter of Clifford and Alice (Payne) Bowser.
After graduating from high school, Gail was one of just a few women who, at that time, entered the carpenter apprentice program through the Toledo Carpenters’ Union....
Julie A. Koprowicz
Dec 16, 2025
Julie A. Koprowicz, 64 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 from an unexpected illness, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Memorial arrangements are pending and will follow soon.
Jill A. Jenkins
Dec 14, 2025
Jill A. (Fitzek) Jenkins, 59, of Gaylord, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, surrounded by those who loved her most.
Jill was born on November 26, 1966, in Gaylord Michigan, the second youngest of four children born to Judith (Judy) and Leroy (Roy) Fitzek. From the very beginning, she...
Diane S. Livingston
Dec 14, 2025
Diane S. Livingston, 74 of Petoskey, passed away Sunday, December 14, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Donna L. Seamon
Dec 12, 2025
Donna L. Seamon, 86, of Harbor Springs went to be with her Lord on December 12, 2025. She is survived by her husband Richard with whom she lived and loved for 68 years.
She is survived by her 4 children, Peggy Seamon of Harbor Springs, Kenneth (Takemi) Seamon of Hawaii, Daniel (Vonda) Seamon of Harbor Springs, Julie (Joe) Kuchnicki of Brutus....
Ann Elizabeth Kureth
Dec 9, 2025
On February 7, 1939, Ann Kureth was born in Oakland County, Michigan. She went on to live an exuberant life for more than 86 years. She lived every color of the rainbow, with verve, determination and love. Red is for her heart. Her heart loved so big and so strong for her adored husband of 60 years, Terrence Kureth. She...
Kathleen I. Hagen
Dec 6, 2025
After a sudden illness and hospitalization, Kathleen Ilona Hagen passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at her home in the loving care of her husband Robin.
Kathy was born in Dearborn, Michigan, on September 20, 1943, to William "Red" Thomas and Goldie Papp Thomas. She spent her childhood loving butterflies—a lifelong affection—in Detroit. Her teenage years were joyful and glorious...
Gary Lee Twichell
Dec 3, 2025
Gary Lee Twichell, 88 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at The Porches in Gaylord. His family has chosen to remember him privately.
Sharon J. Miller
Dec 2, 2025
Sharon Josephine Miller, a beloved wife, sister, aunt and esteemed member of her community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at The Porches in Gaylord, Michigan at the age of 87. Born on February 7, 1938, in Marathon, Wisconsin, Sharon’s journey through life was marked by dedication, warmth, and an unyielding commitment to those she loved.
As a graduate...
Shirley J. Swadling
Dec 2, 2025
Shirley J. Swadling, 83 of Petoskey, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Ann M. Seymour
Dec 1, 2025
Ann Marie Seymour, 82, of Atlanta, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025, at her home, with her devoted husband, Thom, by her side.
Born on December 20, 1942, in Millington, Michigan, to the late Charlie and Evelyn Muntin, Ann’s early life was shaped by a strong sense of family and community. In 1978, she married the love of...
Carol A. Bradsher
Dec 1, 2025
Carol A. Bradsher, 87 of Gaylord, passed away Monday, December 1, 2025, at The Brook.
The family will remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.
Donna J. Marshall
Nov 30, 2025
Donna J. Marshall, 53 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at home.
She was known as the "friendly girl with the bandana."
She is the daughter of Curtis and Linda Marshall.
The family will remember her privately.
Please share your memories and personal messages on her guestbook below.
Jerry R. Cherwinski
Nov 30, 2025
Jerry R. Cherwinski, 72 of Gaylord, passed away Sunday, November 30, 2025, at University Hospital in Ann Arbor.
A memorial gathering will take place in the spring.
Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
Robert G. Elam
Nov 27, 2025
Robert G. Elam, 94 of Vanderbilt, and formerly of Florida, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025 at his son's Vanderbilt home. In keeping with his wishes, his family will remember him privately.
Donald W. Sutton
Nov 27, 2025
Donald Wayne Sutton, 84 of Petoskey, passed away on November 27, 2025. Born on December 4, 1940, in Charlevoix, Michigan, he was a proud graduate of Charlevoix High School, completing his education in 1959.
Donald served in the United States Army from 1962 to 1965, stationed in Germany. During his military service, he earned honors as a sharpshooter and was honorably...
Eileen P. Vogt
Nov 25, 2025
Eileen Patricia Vogt (Devitt) was born in Detroit on September 22, 1931. She was a first-generation American, the daughter of Irish immigrants Michael and Margaret Devitt. Throughout her life she maintained a steadfast pride in her Irish heritage combined with deeply patriotic devotion to the United States. Not surprisingly, two of her favorite holidays were St. Patrick’s Day and the...
Scott L. Rigot
Nov 24, 2025
Scott L. Rigot, 63 of Cheboygan, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025, at home.
The family has chosen to remember him privately.
Please share your memories or personal messages with the family on his guestbook below.
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