Obituaries

Apr 30, 2020

John A. Koval, 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. He was born on September 4, 1933, the son of John & Susan (Vance) Koval in Roscommon County. John was raised in Flint, graduating from Flint Northern High School in 1951. After high school he attended U of M Flint graduating with an Associate’s Degree. He...

Apr 27, 2020

Dennis Willard Kehoe, 68, of St. Helen, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 27, 2020. He was born on April 14, 1952, the son of Willard & Anna Marie (Brubaker) Kehoe in Bay City, Michigan.

Dennis was an entrepreneur with his father. They owned various small businesses ranging from heavy equipment sales, to the production of...

Apr 26, 2020

Helen Flum, 85, of Beaverton, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, April 26, 2020. A full obituary will be posted when complete.

Honoring her wishes cremation will take place. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Beaverton, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Apr 25, 2020

HAROLD RAY CROWL, 1929-2020. It is with great sadness that the family announces the sudden passing of Harold in the early morning hours of Sat., April 25th, in Gladwin, MI.  He was 90 years old.  "Uncle Harold" was born on Sept. 2, 1929, in the bedroom of the family home in Beaverton, MI, to parents Ralph and Margaret Crowl.  He...

Apr 21, 2020

Esther Rodabaugh, 84, of Beaverton, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at Woodland Hospice House in Mount Pleasant. She was born on May 4, 1935 the daughter of Harold and Glenadean (White) Keeley in Midland. On September 27, 1952, Esther was united in marriage to the love of her life Thomas L. Rodabaugh....

Apr 19, 2020

Justin Hollingshead, 31, of Gladwin, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 19, 2020. He was born on September 9, 1988, the son of Leslie & Jane (Nash) Hollingshead in Clare. He was a kind spirit and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed anything being on the water, swimming, tubing, and boating. He especially cared for his best friend, his dog...

Apr 18, 2020

Carla Kay Ramsey, 62, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020 at her home. She was born on July 17, 1957, the daughter of Ronald and Elaine (Workman) Ramsey in Lansing. She was a dog groomer who had a passion for loving animals.

Left to cherish her memory are her father: Ronald Ramsey of Vermontville;...

Apr 18, 2020

Carolee (Carol) Urbain, 87, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin. She was born on November 4, 1932, the daughter of Anthony & Dorothy (Schmidt) Petrucci in Detroit. She was united in marriage to her true love Henry Urbain on September 23, 1950. He preceded her in death in 12/2007. Carol was...

Apr 17, 2020

Robert Louis Clark, Sr., 84, of Beaverton, passed away of natural causes on Friday, April 17, 2020, at  Horizon Senior Living in Gladwin, MI. He was born on February 18, 1936, the son of William & Elaine (Hause) Clark in Bay City. He was united in marriage to his true love, Maxine M. Yax, in January 1971. He drove all...

Apr 16, 2020

Diane M. Boylen, 75, of Gladwin, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, April 16, 2020. She was born on August 18, 1944, the daughter of Rollin & Doris (Paxton) Kigar in Gladwin. On May 18, 1963, she was united in marriage to her true love Larry Boylen. Together they shared 56 years of marriage. She...

Apr 16, 2020

Thomas Michael Chopp, 77, of Kalkaska, Michigan passed away on April 16, 2020 in Kalkaska.  He was born on September 23, 1942 the son of John & Catherine Chopp in Warren, Michigan.  He married Penelope (Youles) on March 25, 1966 in Mt. Clemens.  Thomas was owner/operator of Tec-Enterprises Inc. in Kalkaska from 1987 until 2019.  He was a member...

Apr 11, 2020

Joyce A. Eagleson, 88, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, April 11. 2020, at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home. She was born on April 3, 1932, the daughter of Leo & Pearl (Bowers) Myers in Gladwin. On January 6, 1951, she was united in marriage to her husband Bernard “Bunk” Eagleson in Gladwin. She was employed for Gladwin Community...

Apr 10, 2020

Baby Phillip Manges, Lord's precious little angel, was called too soon to his heavenly home on Friday, April 10, 2020. His precious life was brought into this world on January 31, 2020, the son of  Jacqueline Manges in Midland. Baby Phillip's life will forever be cherished by his caring mother: Jacqueline Manges of Gladwin; brother: Wesley Sweat; grandparents: Victoria...

Apr 7, 2020

Richard P. Sager, 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. He was born on August 2, 1933, in Detroit, the son of Clark and Olga (Molnar) Sager. Richard enlisted in the US Army in 1950 and served in the Korean War as a Demolition Specialist. He was awarded several medals and citations, including the Bronze Star Medal...

Apr 6, 2020

David Cole, 42, of Beaverton, Michigan passed away suddenly on April 6, 2020 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born the son of David Cole Sr. and Judy (Bishop) Cole on September 24, 1977. He was united in marriage to the love of his life Brenda (Hayward) Cole on February 28, 1995. In his spare time David was a...

Apr 5, 2020

Jerry Palmer, 74, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born on January 19, 1946, the son of John & Marjorie (Sweet) Palmer. On August 27, 1966, he was united in marriage to Kathleen Tremain in Beaverton.

He was employed for Brown Machine until his retirement. Jerry’s work...

Apr 3, 2020

Charlotte L. Radler, 55, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Friday, April 3, 2020. She was born on May 8, 1964, the daughter of Barney & Wanda Bailey. She was a united in marriage to John Radler. She was a nurse for many years, until her health was unable to keep her working. She...

Mar 31, 2020

Nancy J. Ellis, 70, of Sugar Springs, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at her home. She was born on May 1, 1949, the daughter of Richard & Lois Dingle in Detroit. On April 23, 1988, she was united in marriage to Peter Ellis in Rochester Hills. Nancy worked as a para-pro for Rochester Schools. Her hobbies included...

Mar 25, 2020

Alan Crawford, 71, of Gladwin, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. He was born on March 20, 1949, the son of Keith & Dorothy (Collins) Crawford in Cass City. On March 5, 1983, he was united in marriage to Carol Stewart in Gladwin. Alan was a farmer for Crawford’s Dairy...

Mar 25, 2020

Edwin Adams Jr. 91, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at the Horizon Senior Living in Clare. He was born on March 16, 1929, the son of Edwin & Annabelle (Butler) Adams in Jonesville. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, proudly serving his country during the Korean Conflict.

On March 3,1951, he married...