Obituaries

Jul 6, 2023

Wanda Illene Smith, 93, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on July 6, 2023. She was born on July 3, 1930 in Beaverton, the daughter of Edward “Earl” and Mary Elizabeth (Crowell) Woodruff. She was married to Franklin C. Smith before he later preceded her in death. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church in Gladwin. After the...

Jul 6, 2023

Megan Harry- Rhode age 34 of Mount Pleasant, Michigan passed away on July 6, 2023 in Lansing, Michigan after a long battle with addiction.

Megan was preceded in death by her grandparents Jean and Garland Harry.

She is survived by her husband Bryan Rhode, her mother Debbie Harry, and her siblings Tanya Harry, Tami (Chad)...

Jul 1, 2023

Joan Nina Morin, 77, of Beaverton, MI, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023. She was born on August 7, 1945 the daughter of Joseph and Ida (DeMarzo) Curtale. Joan married Arthur Morin of Beaverton and were together for 34 years before he passed away on March 18, 2021. She worked as an assembly worker for Ford before her...

Jun 30, 2023

Nancy R. Foor, age 84, of Gladwin, MI passed away on June 30, 2023. She was born on October 30, 1938 to Leon and Mildred (Burdick) Wade in Beaverton, MI. Nancy attended Standish High School and spent time as a Switchboard Operator for the Marine Corps. She was working at Standish Hospital when she met Jerry Foor. Nancy admitted...

Jun 30, 2023

Nickolas Michael Beck JR, 95, passed away after a short illness, on June 30, 2023, after a very happy and fullfilled life.  Nickolas was born September 25, 1927 in Midland city to Nickolas and Katherine (Katie) (Furst) Beck. He was the oldest of 9 children.  He married the love of his life, Susan Ann Pnacek, on October 9, 1948,...

Jun 29, 2023

Katherine Sue Pate, 82, of Beaverton, MI, passed away on June 29, 2023. She was born in Tallapoosa, MO, the daughter of Elmer and Jeannette (Lash) Farrell. In 1960, Katherine married Charles Pate in Pontiac, MI, later moving to Beaverton in 1967. They have been married for 67 years. She enjoys knitting, crocheting, reading, as well as bingo above...

Jun 28, 2023

Robert James Hall “Rob”, 70, of Beaverton passed away on June 28, 2023. He was born on June 2, 1953, the son of Donald and Ulra (Carey) Hall. Rob was united in marriage to Janice Lynne Pelton after being together for 10 years. He was a self-employed carpenter doing many jobs over the years. He was a great handyman...

Jun 28, 2023

Guy Richard (Dick) Smith left this firing line Wednesday, June 28, 2023 at his home in Beaverton. He was born to Guy and Marjorie Ellen (Robinson) Smith in Bay City on May 24, 1939. He married Sharron Post on April 7, 1962. They celebrated 61 plus years of marriage. He was a founding member of the Tobacco River Muzzle...

Jun 26, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Donald Ray Fuller Jr. on June 26, 2023, a beloved husband and father. He was a kind and devoted family man who will be deeply missed by many.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife: Elizabeth Killian; his children: Traedon, Adaleigh and Hendrix Fuller;...

Jun 22, 2023

Cal H. Morgan, 73, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on Thursday, June 22, 2023. He was born on January 8, 1950 the son of Frank and Mary Leone (Cuddie) Morgan in Gladwin. On January 23, 1968 he was united in marriage to Linda Paganone at the Gladwin United Methodist Church. They shared 55 wonderful years of marriage together. He...

Jun 21, 2023

Donna Georgina Wagner, 72, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2023 surrounded by family. She was ready to be free and is no longer in pain. She was born on November 25, 1950 in Detroit, the daughter of George and Hazel (McIntosh) Campbell. Donna was united in marriage to the love of her life Robert Wagner on...

Jun 19, 2023

Michael “Mike” Wayne Mercer, 54, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on June 19, 2023. He was born in Gladwin on August 8, 1968 the son of Roger and Connie (Cox) Mercer. In 2018 he was united in marriage to Melinda Mercer in Wyoming. He loved hunting, fishing, and anything outdoors. He enjoyed spending time with his family, children, and...

Jun 18, 2023

Michael Weber, 70, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023. A full obituary will be posted when complete.

Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Jun 13, 2023

William H. Gensman, 56, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on June 13, 2023. He was born on April 23, 1967, the son of Jack and Edith (Koch) Gensman in West Branch, MI. He married Tammy Ann Bullard of Gladwin on June 22, 1996 and were married for 27 years. He worked in construction as he loved anything outside. He...

Jun 10, 2023

Clarice (Clare) Diane (Woods) Glubaskas was “famously” known as “the Jam Lady on Lakeshore”. She made the best strawberry-rhubarb jam, salsa, dilly beans, spicy okra, and so much more. Needless to say, throughout her life, she was memorable and beloved to many.

Clare (80) passed away peacefully on June 10, 2023.

Clare’s life began in...

Jun 9, 2023

Vern Corlew, 70, of Beaverton passed away on June 9, 2023. He was born on August 10, 1952, the son of Julius and Nellie (Combs) Corlew. He was united in marriage to Sheryl LaMott (Thrush). Vern was a veteran and served in the U.S. Army. Vern loved going to casino, hunting, fishing, and stripping copper.

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Jun 8, 2023

John M. Haus, 93, of Gladwin, passed away on June 8, 2023. He was born on September 30, 1929, the son of John and Anna (Mayer) Haus. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Baker and they have celebrated 56 years of marriage together. John was a veteran and served in the U.S. Navy. He loved sports especially Baseball,...

Jun 6, 2023

Terri Lynn Parsons, 64, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on June 6, 2023. She was born on December 3, 1958 the daughter of Larry and Bonnie (Davis) White in Saginaw, MI. Terri loved spending time with her grandsons and having girls days with her closest gals. It wasn't uncommon to see her on the back of a Harley on...

Jun 6, 2023

Scott William Eckert, 56, of Beaverton, passed away on June 6, 2023. He was born on September 18, 1966, the son of Henry Eckert and Jane Cooper in Muskegon. Through trials and tribulation Scott had transformed his life for his family and became close to his church as well as his community. Scott was an avid explorer with so...

Jun 3, 2023

Jeanette “Jan” M. McKimmy, 87, of Beaverton, MI, passed away on June 3, 2023. She was born on April 23, 1936, the daughter of Harold and Dessa (Utley) Williams in Pontiac, MI. She was united in marriage to Ralph McKimmy on June 8, 1956. Ralph preceded her in death in 2013. She worked for various employers over the years...