Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Daniel Hardwick
Jun 9, 2025
Daniel Clay Hardwick of Gladwin went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on June 9th, 2025. He was 34 years old.
Dan was born on March 27th 1991 in Flint Michigan. He grew up in Marion Michigan and was well known for his mad mechanic skills. He was always working on a car or pretty much anything with a...
Joyce Searfoss
Jun 4, 2025
Joyce Searfoss, age 53, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1971, in Gladwin, Michigan, to Leonard and Phyllis Searfoss.
Joyce worked as a nurse assistant at Pratt Lake Nursing Home, where she was known for her deep compassion and dedication to the residents she cared for. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed...
Barbara Jayne Smith
Jun 3, 2025
Barbara Jayne Smith (Leposky) of Gaylord passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at the age of 74. She was born on December 16, 1950 to John and Lillian Leposky (Hoard) in Harrison Michigan. Barb loved to tell funny stories and was dedicated to her family.
After meeting the love of her life in the 1960’s, she married Kenneth Smith on...
Linda Williams
Jun 1, 2025
Linda S. Williams, age 75, of Gladwin, formerly of Alma, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1950, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, to Stephen and Jean (Kennedy) Williams.
Linda worked for over 35 years as an Executive Administrative Assistant with Yeo & Yeo CPAs in Alma. She was very active in the Alma community, dedicating...
Lesley Platz
Jun 1, 2025
Lesley Platz, age 78, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on October 14, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, to Charles and Betty Riggs. On June 15, 1968, Lesley married the love of her life, Neil Platz, in Pennsylvania. Together they shared many years of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Lesley was a very social person...
Clinton Labadie
Jun 1, 2025
Clinton Labadie, age 80, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. He was born on April 14, 1945, in Wyandotte, Michigan, to Joseph and Dorothy Labadie.
Clinton had a passion for woodworking and spent many years working as a carpenter. He was known for his great sense of humor and love of comedy, even performing as a stand-up comedian....
Wilma Carriveau
May 31, 2025
Wilma Carriveau, age 97, of Beaverton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1928, in Oak Grove, Louisiana, to Ova and Bernice Nunez.
A devoted homemaker, Wilma dedicated her life to caring for others. She was the proud owner and operator of B&W Honey in Beaverton. From 1980 to 2019, Wilma was also a...
Debbie Boynton
May 31, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Boynton, age 75, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on May 9, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to Fred and Delores Shaver.
On November 15, 1968, Debbie married the love of her life, Garey Boynton. Together, they shared over five decades of love, laughter, and cherished memories. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother,...
Steve Johnson
May 29, 2025
Steve “Firebat” Johnson, age 80, of Sugar Springs, passed away on May 29, 2025. He was born in South Gate, California, to Elwyn and Rosa Johnson.
Steve spent 3 years serving in the United States Navy, then proudly served as a firefighter with the L.A. County Fire Department for 30 years, dedicating his life to protecting others. Known for his warm...
Jerome Allen
May 29, 2025
Jerome E. Allen, age 90, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was born on December 30, 1934, in Belleville, Michigan, to Joseph and Pearl Hazel Allen. He had a passion for the outdoors and worked as a forester for many years. On November 24, 1999, he married his wife Connie, and together...
Linda Secord
May 23, 2025
Linda Kay (Berkimer) Secord, age 73, passed away on Friday, May 23, in Gladwin, MI.
Linda was born on October 29, 1951, the eldest of seven children to Lloyd “Berk” and Norma “Mickey” Berkimer in Jackson, MI. After graduating from Dewitt High School in 1969, Linda went on to study Child Development at Lansing Community College. She dedicated many years of...
Duane Govitz
May 22, 2025
Our beloved father, Duane “Fuzzy” Robert Govitz, a true gentleman and devoted dad, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the age of 75. More than just a father, he was our cherished friend, trusted confidant, and unwavering hero. Through his example, he taught us the value of hard work, the importance of family, and the true meaning...
Charlotte Henshaw
May 20, 2025
Charlotte Henshaw, 83, of Beaverton, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. She was born on April 8, 1942, to Samuel and Edith Snooks.
Charlotte spent her life caring for others, working as a nurse assistant and always offering kindness and compassion. She was also a talented artist who found joy in crocheting and coloring. She is...
John Huth
May 19, 2025
John R. Huth, 95, of Gladwin, passed away at his home on Monday, May 19, 2025. He was born on January 5, 1930, in Michigan to Richard and Mary Huth. John was a proud U.S. veteran who honorably served his country during the Korean War. Following his service, he worked for many years as a skilled tradesman at Ford Motor...
William Austin
May 16, 2025
William A. Austin, age 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025. He was born on February 24, 1939, the son of Elmer and Helen (Aubry) Austin, in Saginaw. He was a dedicated employee at General Motors in Saginaw for many years until his retirement.
He loved visiting casinos and never missed a chance to cheer on his favorite...
Joanne Currier
May 14, 2025
Joanne Currier, 73, of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1951, the daughter of Harold and Doris Kehoe, in Detroit. Joanne was a dedicated employee and worked in various areas throughout her life. She worked as a bookkeeper at the Information Center in Southgate, MI. She was also employed in the employee...
Donald Bondlow
May 13, 2025
Donald John Bondlow, 88, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. He was born on March 14, 1937, in Berwyn, Illinois, to William John and Blanche Anna (Soitz) Bondlow. Donald married the love of his life, Joyce, and together they shared 61 years filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories until she preceded him in death on November...
Katalin Daigle
May 10, 2025
Katalin Daigle, age 34, of Detroit, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. She was born on May 15, 1990, the daughter of David Geeck and Jacqueline Read, in Midland. On August 18, 2018, Katalin married the love of her life, Jeffrey Daigle. Together, they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories.
Katalin adored her dogs: Koko, Mabel, and...
Elizabeth Warn
May 8, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Warn, aged 50, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Charlotte, Michigan. Born on March 13, 1975, Elizabeth was known for her loving, caring, and adventurous spirit, alongside a strong dedication to her career as a cytotechnologist.
Elizabeth graduated from Bridgeport High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science from Indiana University. Her career was marked...
Arthur "Lee" Leasher
May 7, 2025
Arthur “Lee” Leasher, age 94, of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Lee was born on February 19, 1931, in Isabella County. He graduated from Blanchard High in 1949, then was proud to serve in the U.S. Army from 1950 to 1952 during the Korean Conflict.
On June 29, 1963, he married the love of his life, Katherine Dill...
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