Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
James Moser
May 30, 2026
James S. Moser, age 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He was born on April 28, 1955, the son of Wayne and Dora (Holmes) Moser, in Petoskey, MI. James worked as a Scrub Nurse at Petoskey Regional Hospital for many years before becoming a Surgical Tech Rep. at Stryker until his retirement. He was a longtime...
Victory "Vic" Havens
May 30, 2026
Victory Ray “Vic” Havens, born August 3, 1942, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May 30, 2026 at the age of 83.
Vic was born to Victory F. Havens and Lucile Havens. His father was killed in action during World War II. In 1951, Lucile married Wayne Mortensen, who lovingly raised Vic as his own on...
Joy Crowl
May 30, 2026
Joy Alice Crowl, age 82, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. She was born on April 18, 1944, in Midland. In September of 1976, she married the love of her life, Dennis Crowl. Together they shared almost 50 years filled with love and cherished memories. Joy worked as a Bartender for many years. She then went on...
George Casey
May 28, 2026
George Charles Casey, age 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He was born on November 18, 1948, the son of George and Betty (Wilson) Casey Jr., in Springfield, OH. He married the love of his life, Judy and together they shared many years of love and cherished memories until she preceded him in death. George loved...
Vincent "Mike" Michael
May 26, 2026
Vincent “Mike” Michael, age 73, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at home, surrounded by family after a four year battle with Cancer. He was born on August 21, 1952, the son of Francis E. and Dorothy L. (Rowden) Michael, in Pontiac, MI. Mike graduated from Pontiac Northern High School in 1971. He proudly served three years...
Kenneth Ashley
May 24, 2026
Kenneth N. Ashley Jr., age 64, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1962, the son of Kenneth Ashley Sr. and Lucille Walters, in Clare. Kenneth working in manufacturing at Evart Products for 15 years. He later went on to work as a delivery driver for Buyer’s Guide. Kenneth owned K and...
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...
Kathryn Gallagher
May 18, 2026
Kathryn J. Gallagher, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away on May 18, 2026. She was born on March 26, 1938, the daughter of Bill and Florence Gallagher, in Detroit. She graduated from Mercy High School in Detroit and went on to be a Dispatcher for the Livonia Police Department for many years. Kay was a faithful fan of the Detroit...
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...
Carol Griswold
May 13, 2026
Carol Ann Griswold, age 68, of Harrison, passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. She was born on February 23, 1958, in Detroit. Carol loved going out on the lake and boating. She enjoyed listening to her music and spending time with her siblings and many friends. Most of all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, cherishing...
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...
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