Obituaries

Nov 23, 2020

George Speary, 89, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, November 23, 2020. He was born on May 17, 1931, the son of Guy and Viola (Druley) Speary in Gladwin. He was a machinist for General Motors in Flint, retiring in 1985 after 26 years of service.

Left to cherish his memory are his two children: Debra (Michael) Pendleton...

Nov 22, 2020

Jerry "Jiggs" Mansfield Sr., of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2020. He was born on November 7, 1946, the son of Joseph and Dustral (Fritz) Mansfield in Gladwin. He was united in marriage on September 5, 1981, to  Janet Skeels in Gladwin. Together they shared 39 wonderful years of marriage. He was a veteran of the United...

Nov 20, 2020

Jean Ann Carr, 83, of Beaverton, formerly of Grand Blanc, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2020, at the Horizon Senior Living in Gladwin. She was born on October 6, 1937, the daughter of Harvey and Mary (Baldwin) Leiter in Mecosta County. She was employed as a secretary for General Motors Service Parts Operations located in Flint Township until her...

Nov 19, 2020

Harold Kenneth Horton Jr. (Ken) passed away at the age of 93 on November 19, 2020 following a short illness. Harold was born on September 21, 1927, son of the late Bessie (Keysor) and Harold Horton. He graduated from Gladwin High School in 1946. Harold married Barbara Martz on June 17, 1950. Barb proceeded him in death on October...

Nov 16, 2020

Harley Wheeler, 64, of Beaverton Passed away on November 16th 2020 at his home. He was born September, 26th 1956, the son of Harley and Katherine (Porter)Wheeler in Gladwin. Harley was a simple man and especially loved his rock and roll music.

Left to cherish his memory is three children; Larry Wheeler, Cassandra Wheeler, and Bethany (Chester)...

Nov 14, 2020

Dolores Ann Fennell, 83, of Gladwin passed away Saturday, November 14, 2020 after a multi-year battle with Parkinson’s.  One of seven children, Dee was born in Bentley, Michigan September 19, 1937 the daughter of Horace and Bernice (Grove) Willett. She was married August 29, 1959 to Allen Fennell with whom she enjoyed 38 years of marriage until his death...

Nov 14, 2020

Shawn VanWezel, 50, of Beaverton, passed away on November 14 th , 2020 at her home. She was born on January 11 th , 1970, the daughter of Joseph and Eileen Gorski in West Branch. She was united in marriage to her husband, Michael Eschenbacher. They shared many wonderful years together until he preceded her in death. Shawn was...

Nov 13, 2020

Bonnie Renna (Burtch) Bechtel, 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020. Bonnie was born on October 5, 1935, the daughter of James and Beatrice (Groh) Burtch in Bentley. Bonnie married the love of her life, Ned Darrell Bechtel. They were happily married for 67 wonderful years. Together they loved camping and spending time with family. She...

Nov 12, 2020

Leroy Roger Knoertzer was born October 22, 1939 to Lawrence and Majorie Knoertzer in Wheeler, MI. Leroy was married to his High School sweetheart Jackie Watson for over 60 years. Along with his wife, he is survived by his 5 children, Diane (Larry) Haggart, Dean Knoertzer, Linda (Kip) Meeker, Don Knoertzer and Kurt (Jamie) Knoertzer. Also 9 grandchildren Lelah...

Nov 11, 2020

Ryan Howard, 47, of Bentley, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. He was born on March 29, 1973, the son of Ralph and Donna (McKinnon) Howard in Bay City. He was loved by those who knew him and will be dearly missed.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter: Brealle Dycewicz of West Branch; brothers:...

Nov 11, 2020

Ray H. Peterson, 80, of Midland, formerly of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. He was born the son of Ralph & Edith (Rosevear) Peterson in Clare. On June 11, 1960, he was united in marriage to his true love Florence Blades in Beaverton. They shared 60 wonderful years of marriage. He was employed for Brown Machine until...

Nov 9, 2020

Paul Vogel, 64, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, November 12, 2020. A full obituary will be posted when complete.

Honoring his wishes cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Nov 9, 2020

He was born Robert “Bob” Frederick Landskroener, September 8, 1930 to Roy and Una (Beamish) in Montrose, Michigan.  He answered the call to his heavenly Father on Monday, November 9, 2020 in Midland.

He started working at a young age alongside his father at the Gladwin Meat Market, his work ethic never waned.  He graduated from Gladwin...

Nov 8, 2020

Phyllis E. Searfoss, 76, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. She was born on November 11, 1943, the daughter of Clayton and Nellie (Sampson) Hollenbaugh in Gladwin. In 1966, she was united in marriage to her true love, Leonard Searfoss. He preceded her in death in 2010. Phyllis spent most of...

Nov 7, 2020

Berniece Horn, 82, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2020. She was born on January 13 th , 1938, the daughter of Adrian and Velma (Onwellar) Blades in Beaverton. On March 31 st , 1956, she was united in marriage to her true love, Solomon Horn, in Beaverton. They cherished 64 wonderful years of marriage.

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Nov 4, 2020

Don Randle joined his wife, Carole, in Heaven on November 4, 2020. He was born, Donald Roy Randle, on December 12, 1944, to Wilbur and Eunice Randle in Wayne, MI. In 1970, he married Carole, his best friend for life. He graduated from Beaverton Rural Schools and attended Central Michigan University. After school, Don was employed by Brown Machine...

Nov 3, 2020

Cecilia Hughes, 72, of Beaverton, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. She was born on October 27, 1948, the daughter of John and Marjorie (Turner) Mader in Saginaw. Cecilia was most recently a blackjack dealer for Soaring Eagle Casino. Before working for the casino, Cecilia was a caretaker, working for several nursing homes, and loved...

Nov 2, 2020

Mary Jo Hillman (Kigar), 70, of Gladwin passed away from a heart attack on Monday, November 2, 2020, at her home. She was born on March 24, 1950, the daughter of Ethel and Donald Kigar in Gladwin. Born and raised in Gladwin, Mary Jo was a lifetime resident. Early in her career, she was employed by the Gladwin Nursing...

Oct 31, 2020

Karen J. Dombecki, 78, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2020. She was born on March 29, 1942, the daughter of Earl and Murial (Kurie) Lee in Detroit. On October 1, 1982, she was united in marriage to Thomas Dombecki in Clinton Twp. They shared many wonderful years together, and in 2016, moved to Gladwin, previously residing...

Oct 29, 2020

Carole Randle was flown into Heaven, Thursday, October 29, surrounded by family. She was born March 15, 1948, to Bernise and Ruth Moore. In 1970, she married Donald Randle, her best friend for life. She was a proud graduate of Central Michigan University with a degree in education. Carole was employed by the Department of Social Services in Midland...