Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Cynthia Muma
May 21, 2026
Cynthia Muma, age 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1948, the daughter of Keith and Arlene (Haines) Gilbert, in Frankfort, MI. Cynthia graduated from Clare High School in 1967. She went on to work at Huhtamaki Plastic in Coleman as an inspector for many years. She also worked part-time for...
Marilyn Bienz
May 16, 2026
Marilyn Earl (Wortman) Bienz, age 97, of Houghton Lake, formerly of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 at The Brook of Houghton Lake. She has been reunited with her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on May 27, 1928, in Jackson, MI. Marilyn was the daughter of Frank and Mabell (Maxted) Wortman. Marilyn grew up in Jackson and...
Valentina Brettschneider
May 12, 2026
Valentina Brettschneider, age 90, of Gladwin, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1935, the daughter of Vladmir and Adele (Reichert) Olofinska, in Ukraine. She was employed at Sears and Roebuck for 35 years until her retirement. On June 18, 1955, she married the love of her life, John Brettschneider....
Velma Longstreth
May 11, 2026
On May 11, 2026, Velma Mae Longstreth, age 86 of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Velma was born on November 18, 1939, in Pontiac to John F. and Iva (Vorce) Methner.
On August 30, 1958, she married the love of her life, Ronald Longstreth Sr., and together they built a life centered on faith, family, and...
Troy Morgan
May 11, 2026
With heavy hearts for a life well-lived, we announce the unexpected passing of Troy William Morgan. Troy was born September 23, 1971, in Gladwin, to Cal and Linda Morgan. Troy left this world on May 11, 2026.
Troy was a one of a kind man, the kind of man that would do anything for anyone. Troy loved his family more than...
Edward "Larry" Zuellig
May 10, 2026
Edward “Larry” Zuellig Jr., age 66, of Saginaw, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026. He was born on June 29, 1959, the son of Edward and Marjorie (Naylor) Zuellig Sr, in Saginaw. Edward loved swimming, boating, and outdoor activities. He loved trains and was a social person, always enjoying talking to people.
He is survived by his siblings: Terri LaPorte,...
Christine Watson
May 6, 2026
Christine M. Watson, age 58, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1968, the daughter of Larry and Darlene (Benbow) Vanway, in Pico Rivera, CA. Christine loved doing yard work and collecting dophins. She enjoyed listening to music, relaxing in the hot tub, and playing bingo. She had a deep love for...
Chris “L.C.” Whitmer
May 5, 2026
Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II, age 51, of Beaverton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his father: Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I and uncle: Ronald G. Whitmer. He was born on August 28, 1974, the son of Chris “Stanley” and Beverly (Forshee) Whitmer I, in Spain. Chris was a former Operator at Dow Chemical for several years. He...
Chris “Stanley” Whitmer
May 5, 2026
Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I, age 71, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his son: Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II and brother: Ronald G. Whitmer. He was born on June 18, 1954, the son of Robert Whitmer and Juanita Whitehouse in Midland, MI. Stanley was a proud member of the United States Navy. Following his service,...
Ronald Whitmer
May 5, 2026
Ronald G. Whitmer, age 76, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his brother: Chris “Stanley” Whitmer; and nephew: Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II. He was born on January 9, 1950, the son of Robert Whitmer and Juanita Whitehouse, in Midland. He married the love of his life, Donna Berthume, and together they shared 41 years...
Marguerite Skaggs
May 3, 2026
Marguerite (Marge) Skaggs nee Gennette passed away on May 3, 2026 at her home in St. Clair Shores, Mi. She was 97 years old and was born on March 9, 1929 in Detroit, MI to Bernardo and Caterina Gennette.
She lived a life dedicated to family and friends. Marge is predeceased by her sons William and Frank Skaggs. She is survived...
Meagan Elkins
May 3, 2026
Meagan A. Elkins, age 40, of Gladwin passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 following a long battle with Leukemia. She was born on April 16, 1986, the daughter of Charles Estes and Tammy Sagash, in Clare. Meagan worked as CNA for several years. She loved spending time with her family and friends. She cherished the moments she shared with...
William Torres
May 1, 2026
William J. “Bill” Torres, age 83, of Beaverton, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was born on March 26, 1943, the son of Carl and June (Frederickson) Torres, in Midland. On August 30, 1991, he married the love of his life, Riva Eastman. Together they shared 55 years of love and cherished memories. Bill was a proud veteran of...
Monica Johnston
Apr 29, 2026
Monica L. Johnston, age 52, passed away on April 29, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1973 in Saginaw, to Paul and Nanette (Sheperd) Counselman. She married the love of her life Ronald Johnston on July 10, 2007. Together they shared many years of love and cherished memories. Monica loved to garden and spend time outside working around the...
Russell Thomas
Apr 29, 2026
Russell Clare Thomas, affectionately known to many as "Uncle Russ”, fell asleep in Jesus on the morning of April 29, 2026, in the home of his son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Helene, near Uchee Pines Health Institute in Alabama. He was 98 years and eight months old.
Born in Hope Township, Michigan to Richmond and Grace Thomas, Russell was the eighth...
Joyce Tuck
Apr 25, 2026
Joyce Ruth Tuck, age 93, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She was born on August 27, 1932, the daughter of Carl and Maddie (Harris) Russell, in Beaverton. On December 13, 1950, she married the love of her life, Gordon Tuck, in Clare County. Together, they shared 66 years of love and cherished memories until he preceded...
Norma Johnson
Apr 24, 2026
Norma Johnson, age 86, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026. She was born on May 19, 1939, the daughter of Arthur and Mae (Bardwell) Fruchey, in Beaverton. On August 10, 1957, she married the love of her life, Roger Johnson. Together, they shared 68 years filled with love and cherished memories.
Norma worked as a librarian at Garber's...
Joyce Russell
Apr 17, 2026
Joyce Russell, age 93, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born on July 15, 1932, the daughter of John and Carmen (Williams) Densmore, in Clare County. In 1950, she married the love of her life, Donald Russell. Together, they shared 49 years of love and cherished memories until he preceded her in death in 1999....
JoAnne Cameron
Apr 12, 2026
JoAnne Cameron, 85, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away at her home on Sunday, April 12, 2026. She was born in Holly, Michigan, on January 1, 1941, the daughter of Wilbur and Josephine (Mather) Hillier. On August 8, 1959, she married the love of her life, Paul Cameron, in Gladwin. They shared 55 wonderful years together, until he preceded her in...
Joshua Wessel
Apr 7, 2026
Joshua Donald Wessel, age 53, of Auburn, formerly of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on April 7, 2026. He was born on March 7, 1973, the son of Robert and Nancy (Higgins) Wessel. Josh was a proud Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Following his service, Josh worked as a carpenter. On August 14, 2021, he married Karen Schuch. Together,...
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