Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Russell Mathis
Apr 8, 2025
Russell Mathis, age 65, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. He was born on May 22, 1959, the son of Willie and Maryanne (Mercier) Mathis, in Savannah, GA. Russell was employed as a Quality Engineer for many years. On March 11, 2000, he married Lori Bacheller, and together they shared 25 years filled with love and cherished...
James Sulzmann
Apr 4, 2025
James Edward Sulzmann, age 39, of Gladwin, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 4, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1985, the son of James and Cynthia (Marks) Sulzmann, in Flint.
James was a man of many interests and endless curiosity. He had a true passion for working with his hands—whether it was cars, motors, motorcycles, or anything mechanical, he...
Frederick Schoenberg
Apr 2, 2025
Frederick Donald Schoenberg Sr., age 88, of Avon, Indiana, formerly of Gladwin and Prescott, MI, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. He was born on April 29, 1936, the son of Arthur and Elsie (Ploetz) Schoenberg, in Richmond, MI. On May 18, 1957, he married the love of his life, Mary Ann Brassinger. Together, they shared 64 years of love,...
Ronald Allen
Mar 31, 2025
Ronald M. Allen, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born on December 7, 1943, the son of John and Marie (Metras) Allen, in Saginaw. Ronald received his Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan Technological University and went on to further his career as an Appliance Technician. He was a dedicated employee at Northern Appliance and...
Eric Hayes
Mar 31, 2025
Eric Paul Hayes, age 54, of Rosebush, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1970, the son of David and Carolyn (Liggett) Hayes, in Wayne County. Eric graduated from Tecumseh High School and went on to work as Machine Operator at Morbark for many years.
Eric had a deep love for the outdoors and spent...
Scott Linzey
Mar 26, 2025
Scott William Linzey, age 59, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1965, the son of William Linzey and Sharlene Maike, in Owosso. Scott was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Following his service, Scott owned and operated multiple construction businesses throughout his life. In 1999, Scott married Kathy Kittle and...
Daniel Ross
Mar 24, 2025
Daniel Ross, age 49, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025. He was born on July 31, 1975, in Elgin, Illinois. Daniel liked Rock n Roll music, his telephone, and loved his cars. He enjoyed tinkering with things and learning about mechanics, finding joy in figuring out how things worked.
He is survived by his children: Tyler, Keton, and...
Darlene McDermott
Mar 23, 2025
Darlene McDermott, age 76, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1948, the daughter of Basil Rummer and Wilma Carriveau, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She had a deep love for her dogs, whose company she cherished. Darlene married the love of her life, Arthur “Lee” McDermott, and together they shared many years...
Ersel Hart
Mar 23, 2025
Ersel Hart, age 93, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1931, the daughter of William and Eva (Bogert) Murdick, in Rochester. On September 2, 1949, Ersel married the love of her life, Thomas Hart. Together, they shared 71 years filled with love and cherished memories until he preceded her in death...
Beverly Huth
Mar 17, 2025
Beverly Huth, age 92, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1933, the daughter of Benjamin and Lillian (Colwell) Hoffman. Beverly married the love of her life, John Huth, and together they shared 75 years of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Beverly was a woman of many passions. She loved playing the piano,...
Donald Hale
Mar 17, 2025
Donald Hale, age 82, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of Lorn and Alice (Thorington) Hale, in Clare County. He was employed as a Master Craftsman for Dow Chemical. After retiring from Dow, he enjoyed driving for Gladwin County Transit for 20 years. Donald married the love of...
Tina Brust
Mar 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tina Marie Brust, of Beaverton, on March 15, 2025, at the age of 57. Tina was born on September 9, 1967, in Detroit, to John Curtis and Marlene Fitzpatrick. Her life was filled with love, kindness, and generosity, and she leaves behind a legacy of selflessness and devotion to...
Maria Searfoss
Mar 13, 2025
Maria Searfoss, age 55, of Alger, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on November 26, 1969, the daughter of Frank and Jacquelyn (Boman) Smelser in West Branch, MI. Maria dedicated her career to helping others as a Foster Care Assistant. She married the love of her life, Kevin Searfoss, and together they shared 17 wonderful years...
Patrick Boruszewski
Mar 13, 2025
Patrick “Pete” Boruszewski, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1939, the son of John and Sophie (Horzelski) Boruszewski, in Saginaw. On May 15, 1958, Pat married the love of his life, Barbara Nowak, and together they shared 66 years of love and cherished memories.
Pat was a proud veteran of...
John Brettschneider
Mar 9, 2025
John H. Brettschneider, age 91, of Gladwin, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born on October 7, 1933, the son of Johann and Anna (Rottenbach) Brettschneider, in Yugoslavia. John was employed as a Property Manager in Construction for many years until his retirement. On June 18, 1955, he married the love of his...
Richard Lindberg
Mar 7, 2025
Richard E. Lindberg, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1939, the son of Olaf and Mollie (Scribner) Lindberg, in Douglas County, MN. On June 16, 1989, he married the love of his life, Patricia Worden and together they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories. Richard was...
Randall Upton
Mar 6, 2025
Randall Upton, age 54, of Harrison, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He was born on January 7, 1971, in Boaz, AL. Randall was a hardworking General Contractor and a true jack of all trades. He had a deep love for the outdoors and could often be found hunting, fishing, or working on carpentry projects. He enjoyed trips...
Thomas Rodabaugh
Mar 6, 2025
Thomas L. Rodabaugh, age 92, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He was born on April 29, 1932, the son of John and Elizabeth (Wilkie) Rodabaugh, in Clare. On September 27, 1952, he married the love of his life Esther Keeley. Together they shared many years of love and cherished memories until she preceded him in death...
Sharon DeLisle
Mar 4, 2025
Sharon Louise DeLisle, age 78, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. She was born on August 14, 1946, the daughter of Walter and Thelma (Deaven) Teddy, in Detroit. Sharon dedicated many years of hard work to General Motors until her retirement. She had a true passion for gardening, crafting, and spending time in nature.
She is survived by...
Harold Thorington
Mar 3, 2025
Harold E. Thorington, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born on April 19, 1936, to John and Edna (Fries) Thorington in Gladwin, Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
In 1958, Harold married Mary Jane Baldys, the love of his life, and together they built a world filled with love, laughter, and unwavering...
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