Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Peter Stanek
Jul 4, 2025
Peter Stanek, age 83, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on September 14, 1941, in Manistee. Peter worked in construction with the Local Union 1098 for many years until his retirement. He married the love of his life, Evelyn Rose Boyer. Together, they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories until she...
Robert Hall
Jul 4, 2025
Robert, "Bob", Eugene Hall, age 94, of Gladwin, passed away surrounded by his family and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1931, the son of William and Clella (Duckworth) Hall, in West Virginia. On July 29, 1951, he married the love of his life, Betty Knox. Together,...
Douglas Gallier
Jun 21, 2025
Doug passed away on June 21, 2025 at the age of 76 after a long battle with brain cancer. Doug was born to Marvin and Nedra (Sander) Gallier in May of 1949. Doug is a 1967 graduate of Eastwood High School in Pemberville, OH and a 1969 graduate of Vincennes University School of Aviation Mechanics where he earned an A&E...
Randolph Ivey
Jun 21, 2025
Randolph “Randy” J. Ivey, age 81, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025. He was born on May 14, 1944, the son of Walter and Electa “Letty” (Wells) Ivey, in Pinconning. Randy was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, where he served from 1962-1966. Following his service, he went on to work for Boilermakers Local...
Beryl Letson
Jun 19, 2025
Beryl Letson (66) of Gladwin, MI, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, June 19, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born March 3, 1959, in Hillsdale, Michigan, to Ivan D Sarles and Dorothy M (Wooster) Sarles, and was one of six children. She was a loving Wife, Mother, Sister, and Grandmother.
She was survived by her loving husband, Chuck;...
Lynn Powell
Jun 18, 2025
Lynn Powell, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, June 18, 2025. He was born on October 13, 1943, the son of Baskem and Goldie Powell in Oldham, KY. Lynn enjoyed horse racing, playing poker, and gardening. He liked watching Kentucky Wildcat Basketball and Football.
He is survived by his sons: Anthony Powell, Walter (Megan) Powell, and Derek Powell; grandchildren:...
Tom McIntosh
Jun 15, 2025
Tom McIntosh, age 72, of Coleman, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025. He was born on September 11, 1952, the son of Ray and Beryl McIntosh, in Gladwin. He married the love of his life, Rebecca Ross, and together they shared many years of love and cherished memories.
Tom worked as a laborer and heavy equipment operator for Fisher Contracting...
Keith Ranes
Jun 13, 2025
Keith H. Ranes, age 89, of Beaverton, passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. He was born on February 21, 1936, the son of Lester and Lillie May (Page) Ranes, in Beaverton. Keith was a veteran of the United States Army. Following his service, he went on to build a career in construction for many years until his retirement. He...
Daniel Hardwick
Jun 9, 2025
Daniel Clay Hardwick of Gladwin went home to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on June 9th, 2025. He was 34 years old.
Dan was born on March 27th 1991 in Flint Michigan. He grew up in Marion Michigan and was well known for his mad mechanic skills. He was always working on a car or pretty much anything with a...
Joyce Searfoss
Jun 4, 2025
Joyce Searfoss, age 53, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1971, in Gladwin, Michigan, to Leonard and Phyllis Searfoss.
Joyce worked as a nurse assistant at Pratt Lake Nursing Home, where she was known for her deep compassion and dedication to the residents she cared for. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed...
Barbara Jayne Smith
Jun 3, 2025
Barbara Jayne Smith (Leposky) of Gaylord passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at the age of 74. She was born on December 16, 1950 to John and Lillian Leposky (Hoard) in Harrison Michigan. Barb loved to tell funny stories and was dedicated to her family.
After meeting the love of her life in the 1960’s, she married Kenneth Smith on...
Linda Williams
Jun 1, 2025
Linda S. Williams, age 75, of Gladwin, formerly of Alma, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on February 10, 1950, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, to Stephen and Jean (Kennedy) Williams.
Linda worked for over 35 years as an Executive Administrative Assistant with Yeo & Yeo CPAs in Alma. She was very active in the Alma community, dedicating...
Lesley Platz
Jun 1, 2025
Lesley Platz, age 78, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on October 14, 1946, in Akron, Ohio, to Charles and Betty Riggs. On June 15, 1968, Lesley married the love of her life, Neil Platz, in Pennsylvania. Together they shared many years of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Lesley was a very social person...
Clinton Labadie
Jun 1, 2025
Clinton Labadie, age 80, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. He was born on April 14, 1945, in Wyandotte, Michigan, to Joseph and Dorothy Labadie.
Clinton had a passion for woodworking and spent many years working as a carpenter. He was known for his great sense of humor and love of comedy, even performing as a stand-up comedian....
Wilma Carriveau
May 31, 2025
Wilma Carriveau, age 97, of Beaverton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1928, in Oak Grove, Louisiana, to Ova and Bernice Nunez.
A devoted homemaker, Wilma dedicated her life to caring for others. She was the proud owner and operator of B&W Honey in Beaverton. From 1980 to 2019, Wilma was also a...
Debbie Boynton
May 31, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Boynton, age 75, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born on May 9, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to Fred and Delores Shaver.
On November 15, 1968, Debbie married the love of her life, Garey Boynton. Together, they shared over five decades of love, laughter, and cherished memories. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother,...
Steve Johnson
May 29, 2025
Steve “Firebat” Johnson, age 80, of Sugar Springs, passed away on May 29, 2025. He was born in South Gate, California, to Elwyn and Rosa Johnson.
Steve spent 3 years serving in the United States Navy, then proudly served as a firefighter with the L.A. County Fire Department for 30 years, dedicating his life to protecting others. Known for his warm...
Jerome Allen
May 29, 2025
Jerome E. Allen, age 90, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was born on December 30, 1934, in Belleville, Michigan, to Joseph and Pearl Hazel Allen. He had a passion for the outdoors and worked as a forester for many years. On November 24, 1999, he married his wife Connie, and together...
Linda Secord
May 23, 2025
Linda Kay (Berkimer) Secord, age 73, passed away on Friday, May 23, in Gladwin, MI.
Linda was born on October 29, 1951, the eldest of seven children to Lloyd “Berk” and Norma “Mickey” Berkimer in Jackson, MI. After graduating from Dewitt High School in 1969, Linda went on to study Child Development at Lansing Community College. She dedicated many years of...
Duane Govitz
May 22, 2025
Our beloved father, Duane “Fuzzy” Robert Govitz, a true gentleman and devoted dad, peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at the age of 75. More than just a father, he was our cherished friend, trusted confidant, and unwavering hero. Through his example, he taught us the value of hard work, the importance of family, and the true meaning...
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