Apr 16, 2024

Robert G. Yager, 66, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. He was born on May 20, 1957, in Gladwin, Michigan, the son of Olan and Arlene (Sharp) Yager.

Robert was united in marriage to Sheila (Winowiecki) Yager, and together they created countless cherished memories. After a career as a Senior Program Manager that...

Apr 8, 2024

Chet M. Loar, age 52, passed away on April 8, 2024, at home, surrounded by his family. He was born on July 4, 1971, in Clare, MI.

Chet found his life partner and married Mandy Hillman in September of 2005. Together they had two beautiful children and shared many years filled with love and cherished memories. He...

Apr 5, 2024

Carole A. Reno, 84, of Frankenmuth, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024. She was born on September 2, 1939, in the home of her parents John and Stella Comaromi in Mt. Morris, Michigan.

Carole married her high school sweetheart, Billy D. Reno, in 1957. Their 66 beautiful years together were filled with laughter, hard work and...

Apr 5, 2024

Robert William Ogg, age 84 of rural Gladwin County, passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Brittany Manor of Midland. Robert was born on February 25, 1940, in Gladwin, the son of James Albert and Dora (Campbell) Ogg. Robert graduated from Gladwin High School in 1958 and was co-valedictorian of his graduating class.

Robert remained...

Apr 4, 2024

Danny (Dan) W. Walburn, aged 73, of Gladwin, passed away at home on Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was born on December 21, 1950, in Kendallville, Indiana, the son of Charles and Ruth (Ream) Walburn.  He attended Noble High School in Kendallville, Indiana.  After High School he enlisted in the U.S. Army, Americal Division, 1st Calvary, 11th Infantry as...

Mar 29, 2024

Esther Van Gieson, “Rody” to friends and family, passed away peacefully, Friday March 29th. She was 94.

Esther was born and raised in Dearborn, Michigan to Esther and Antonio Rodriguez. She had 5 siblings, Antonio Rodriguez, Theresa Rodriguez, Ernesto Rodriguez and Luisa Rodriguez and Raoul Rodriguez of which Theresa and Louise are still with us.

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Mar 28, 2024

Wesley Roy Frick, passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024. He was born on October 20, 1933, in Ortonville, Michigan, the son of Ellis and Effie (Bennett) Frick.

Wesley served his country with honor and distinction in the United States Army during the Korean War. On March 13, 1954, he married, Shirley R. Castle. Together, they shared...

Mar 27, 2024

Beatrice "Bea" Kennedy, 78, of Gladwin, passed away at home on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 30, 1945, in Bay City, Michigan, the daughter of Virgil Sr. and Viola (Krause) LaPlant. On January 7, 1967, she married Walter Kennedy, and together they shared many wonderful years.

Bea worked...

Mar 26, 2024

Eugene "Gene" Strine, 85, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 16, 1938, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Ellsworth and Gertrude (Grovesteen) Strine. Gene was united in marriage to Sharon Easton and together they shared 62 years of love and companionship.

Gene dedicated much of his...

Mar 26, 2024

Theodore Wade Kazmerski II, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. He was born on May 1, 1955, the son of Theodore Kazmerski and Janice Heidger, in Saginaw, Michigan. Theodore found his lifelong companion when he married Diana Hartlen, with whom he shared many years of love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Throughout his life, Theodore...

Mar 22, 2024

Leslie Declerk, 51, of Midland, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024. He was born on August 5, 1972, the son of Leslie Declerk and Linda Versele, in Detroit, Michigan. Leslie was a bright and scholarly individual, graduating as valedictorian from East Detroit High School in 1990. He possessed a keen intellect and enjoyed engaging in discussions about religion,...

Mar 21, 2024

Verna Hude, 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024. She was born on May 29, 1952, to Edwin and Leola (McIntosh) Hude in Gladwin, Michigan. Verna dedicated many years of her life to working as a Cosmetologist and at O'Dell's in Gladwin.

Verna was known for her love of gardening and cherished moments spent...

Mar 21, 2024

Wadea "Dee" Parkinson, 87, of Gladwin, passed away on March 21, 2024. She was born on January 20, 1937, in Lansing, Michigan, to James and Eva (Hewlett) Henderson. On January 2, 1976, she married Ron Parkinson, who preceded her in death in 2019.

Dee dedicated many years of her life to working at Meredith General Store until...

Mar 20, 2024

Darlene Kaye Umbarger, aged 88, passed away on March 20, 2024, at Sheffield Bay in Bay City, Michigan. She was born on May 15, 1935, in Eaton Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Francis Davis and Iva Willougby. On November 6, 1952, Darlene married the love of her life, Delton Umbarger. Together, they shared many years of cherished moments until...

Mar 19, 2024

Robert Cassiday, 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. He was born on September 12, 1942, in Gladwin, Michigan the beloved son of Everett and Alfreda Cassiday. Robert dedicated many years of his life working as a carpet salesman and installer, where he found fulfillment in assisting others.

Throughout his life, Robert had a...

Mar 18, 2024

Richard A. Noll, age 78, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024. He was born on January 13, 1946, in Mansfield, Ohio, the son of Richard and Geraldine (Troupe) Noll. Richard proudly served his country as a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he pursued a career as...

Mar 17, 2024

Norma Irene Howe from Hope, MI went to be with our lord in heaven on her birth date March 17th. Norma passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by several family members. At Norma’s request there will be no service. Her family celebrated her life on her birthday surrounding her with love and comfort. Honoring her wishes cremation will...

Mar 15, 2024

Kenneth D. Johnson Sr. passed away peacefully March 15th, 2024 surrounded by his children and their spouses after a hard fought battle with PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease) and Cancer. Kenneth was born on January 17, 1960 to Dorothy Jean Killian and Talmage Johnson.

Ken lived in Gladwin most of his life. He worked at Lyle Industries for...

Mar 12, 2024

Joyce E. Cummins, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on March 12, 2024. She was born on December 3, 1942, the daughter of Leo and Barbara Schmidt, in Bay City, Michigan. Her father died when Joyce was just a baby. When Barbara remarried, Philip Beyer became the father who raised her. Joyce was blessed to grow up knowing both...

Mar 9, 2024

Judith Ann Johnston, aged 81, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2024, at her home in Beaverton, Michigan. Born on September 23, 1942, in Lexington, Michigan, Judy was the beloved daughter of Nelson and Marie Cline (Crosman). She graduated from Croswell-Lexington High School in 1960 and later from Eastern Michigan University in 1965. Judy married her high school sweetheart,...