Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Harold Day
Jul 26, 2025
Harold Day, age 74, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025. He was born on November 22, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to Harold and Norma Day. He was a resident of Macomb County until he moved to Gladwin in 2022.
Harold worked at Ford Motors Company starting out as a truck driver and then moving into the plant. Known...
Pamela Conklin
Jul 24, 2025
Pamela Conklin, age 73, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. She was born on April 12, 1952, the daughter of Francis and Wahneta (Sabin) Conklin, in Ypsilanti, MI. Pamela was employed as a bank teller for many years until her retirement. She was an avid reader with a passion for games and often enjoyed playing pool, card,...
Ronald Gutchak
Jul 24, 2025
Gutchak, Ronald “Gooch” of Beaverton, age 71 passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at his home surrounded with love by family and friends. Ron was a kind, loving man who loved his family immensely. He retired from Buick at the age of 51 to pursue yet another career “Game Birds Farm” for...
Barbara Kroll
Jul 20, 2025
Barbara (Richardson) Kroll, age 94, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away on July 20, 2025. Barb was born on June 28, 1931 in St. Johns Michigan, to Warner "Edward" and Elsie (Eberhart) Richardson. She graduated from Beaverton High School in 1949 and worked various jobs at Holly Carburetor, in real estate and the Peppermill Restaurant in Gladwin, MI.
On December 2, 1950...
Marvin Malczewski
Jul 16, 2025
Marvin D. Malczewski, age 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. He was born on June 12, 1954, the son of Marion and Eleanore (Zukowski) Malczewski, in Highland Park, MI. Marvin was employed as an Engineer at General Motors for 35 years before his retirement. On September 30, 2012, he married Dawn Wallace and together they shared...
James Rogers
Jul 7, 2025
James “Jim” Rogers, age 80, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. He was born on December 17, 1944, the son of Woodrow and Mary (Patrick) Rogers, in Warren, MI. Throughout his life, Jim worked in construction for many years until his retirement. On June 22, 1968, Jim married the love of his life, Patricia. Together, they shared...
Richard Briggs
Jul 6, 2025
Richard "Dick" R. Briggs, age 83, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born on January 22, 1942, the son of Rollin and Ruth (Campbell) Briggs, in Bay City. On April 10, 1998, he married Carol Fedewa. Together, they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories.
Richard attended Ferris State University for two years. In...
Grace Kirby
Jul 6, 2025
Grace Kirby, age 75, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1949, the daughter of Phillip and Betty (Tonkin) Allen, in Flint. She married the love of her life, Francis Kirby, and together they shared many years of love and cherished memories until her preceded her in death.
Grace had a passion for...
Tressa Augustine
Jul 5, 2025
Tressa D. Augustine, age 53, of Beaverton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 5, 2025. She was born on September 16, 1971, in West Branch. Tressa received her Bachelor’s in Engineering from ITT Technical Institute. She was heavily involved in Beaverton Community Schools, working as a Paraprofessional, substitute teacher, and coach. For many years, Tressa coached...
Peter Stanek
Jul 4, 2025
Peter Stanek, age 83, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on September 14, 1941, in Manistee. Peter worked in construction with the Local Union 1098 for many years until his retirement. He married the love of his life, Evelyn Rose Boyer. Together, they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories until she...
Robert Hall
Jul 4, 2025
Robert, "Bob", Eugene Hall, age 94, of Gladwin, passed away surrounded by his family and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1931, the son of William and Clella (Duckworth) Hall, in West Virginia. On July 29, 1951, he married the love of his life, Betty Knox. Together,...
Douglas Gallier
Jun 21, 2025
Doug passed away on June 21, 2025 at the age of 76 after a long battle with brain cancer. Doug was born to Marvin and Nedra (Sander) Gallier in May of 1949. Doug is a 1967 graduate of Eastwood High School in Pemberville, OH and a 1969 graduate of Vincennes University School of Aviation Mechanics where he earned an A&E...
Randolph Ivey
Jun 21, 2025
Randolph “Randy” J. Ivey, age 81, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1944, the son of Walter and Electa “Letty” (Wells) Ivey, in Pinconning. Randy was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served from 1962-1966. Following his service, he went on to work for Boilermakers Local...
Beryl Letson
Jun 19, 2025
Beryl Letson (66) of Gladwin, MI, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, June 19, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born March 3, 1959, in Hillsdale, Michigan, to Ivan D Sarles and Dorothy M (Wooster) Sarles, and was one of six children. She was a loving Wife, Mother, Sister, and Grandmother.
She was survived by her loving husband, Chuck;...
Lynn Powell
Jun 18, 2025
Lynn Powell, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born on October 13, 1943, the son of Baskem and Goldie Powell in Oldham, KY. Lynn enjoyed horse racing, playing poker, and gardening. He liked watching Kentucky Wildcat Basketball and Football.
He is survived by his sons: Anthony Powell, Walter (Megan) Powell, and Derek Powell; grandchildren:...
Tom McIntosh
Jun 15, 2025
Tom McIntosh, age 72, of Coleman, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025. He was born on September 11, 1952, the son of Ray and Beryl McIntosh, in Gladwin. He married the love of his life, Rebecca Ross, and together they shared many years of love and cherished memories.
Tom worked as a laborer and heavy equipment operator for Fisher Contracting...
Keith Ranes
Jun 13, 2025
Keith H. Ranes, age 89, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. He was born on February 21, 1936, the son of Lester and Lillie May (Page) Ranes, in Beaverton. Keith was a veteran of the United States Army. Following his service, he went on to build a career in construction for many years until his retirement. He...
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...
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