Obituaries

Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI

William Wallace

William Wallace

Feb 14, 2021

William Wallace, 89, of Gladwin, passed away following a brief illness on Sunday, February 14, 2021. He was born on October 31, 1931, the son of Robert and Evelyn (Johnston) Wallace in Detroit, MI. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp. during the Korean War. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Chevy Motor...

Mary Crook

Mary Crook

Feb 13, 2021

Mary Ruth Ann (Atherton-Doan) Crook

Mother of six, known as mom to many more, and as Mary or Aunt Mary to many others, left this world Saturday February 13 th , 2021.  Born on September 24 th , 1937 to parents Hollis (Buck) and Nellie Atherton of Beaverton, Mary was 83 years old.

Preceding her...

Duane Parker

Duane Parker

Feb 13, 2021

Duane Parker, 60, of Beaverton passed away at his home on Saturday, February 13, 2020. Duane was born November 19, 1960 the son of Kenneth and Aldene (Hilgendorf) Parker in Lansing. Before coming to Gladwin County 20 years ago Duane was a mechanic at American Aluminum in Florida.

Duane is survived by his wife: Carol Parker of...

Tim Aspin

Tim Aspin

Feb 12, 2021

Timothy Richard Aspin , 63 recently passed away unexpectedly , while at his home in Gladwin, Michigan. He was born September 7, 1957 in Midland, Michigan. Tim, grew up in Michigan with a passion for the outdoors, along with hunting and fishing.  However, if you knew Tim personally, you also know how much of an understatement “passion” is. ...

Sandra Kay Malott

Sandra Kay Malott

Feb 11, 2021

Sandra Kay Malott, 50, of Beaverton passed away on Thursday, February 11, 2021. She was born January 31, 1971 in St. Claire Shores the daughter of Charles and Darlene Krantz. In 2014 Sandra was united in marriage to the love of her life Kenneth Malott in Gladwin. When Sandra wasn’t spending time doing the things she loved like bowling,...

Joyce Faustman

Joyce Faustman

Feb 11, 2021

Joyce Bernecker Faustman

Our mother died at home February 11, 2021 at the age of 97, five years after the death of our father, Frank, and after 72 years of marriage.

Though it all, family and church sustained and gave meaning to her life. Drawing on her training as a public health nurse, she nurtured...

Scott W. Lynch

Scott W. Lynch

Feb 10, 2021

Scott W. Lynch, 57, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. He was born on June 14, 1963, the son of William and Elizabeth (Boyer) Lynch in Gladwin. On October 3, 1987, he was united in marriage to his true love Virginia "Ginger" Antaya at the Arthur Center Church of God. Scott was employed as a...

Carolyn Tackett

Carolyn Tackett

Feb 10, 2021

Carolyn Mae Tackett, 74, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin. She was born on January 4, 1947, the daughter of Robert and Betty (Nielsen) Good in Detroit. On September 5, 1965, she was united in marriage to William Tackett in Detroit. They were blessed with 42 wonderful years of marriage. He...

Andrew "Aj" Kroll

Andrew "Aj" Kroll

Feb 8, 2021

Andrew “AJ” Kroll, 38, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021. He was born on November 26, 1982, the son of William and Leta (Grant) Kroll Jr. in Midland, MI. He was previously employed at G&D Repair, and Sugar Springs Marine as a mechanic. He was also an avid bowler with the Drawe Crew.

He...

Alice Whitt

Alice Whitt

Feb 7, 2021

Alice Mae Whitt, 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, February, 7, 2021. She was born on October 5, 1934, the daughter of Clare and Elfreda (Luck) Baldwin in Onsted, MI. She was united in marriage to Luther Whitt on October 31, 1953 in Angola, IN, he proceeded her in death in 2020. She enjoyed spending time with family...

Judith Casey

Judith Casey

Feb 7, 2021

Judith Kay Casey, 67, of Gladwin passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021. She was born on January 22, 1954, the daughter of Norman and Etta (Williams) Abbott in Mt. Pleasant. She was united in marriage to George Casey on June 18, 1983 in Lake, MI.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband: George Casey of...

Judith Greer

Judith Greer

Feb 7, 2021

Judith A. Greer, 73, Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021. She was born January 2, 1948 in Owosso, Michigan the daughter of Frank and Cora (Bigelow) Markva. Judith was an amazing homemaker for her loving family. Always willing to go the extra mile.

She is survived by her husband: Charles Sr. of Gladwin, Michigan; daughter:...

Karl Diller

Karl Diller

Jan 31, 2021

Karl R. Diller, 59, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was born on November 7, 1961, the son of Lawrence J. and Joy (Wyllys) Diller in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Karl was a veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country from 1980-1984. He has lived in...

Marcia Mcintosh

Marcia Mcintosh

Jan 30, 2021

Marcia Kay McIntosh, 75, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on July 2, 1945, the daughter of Ray and Beryle (Dunning) McIntosh in Harrison. Marcia loved to cook, for family, friends, and everyone. She worked as a line cook for numerous restaurants over the years, because it was...

Rebecca Lynn Budd

Rebecca Lynn Budd

Jan 25, 2021

Rebecca (Becky Boo) Lynn Budd, 39, of Beaverton, gained her wings on Monday January 25, 2021 at her home in Beaverton. She was born May 4, 1981, daughter of Steven Lee Sr. and Rhonda (Smith) Budd at Mid-Michigan Medical Center in Clare. Rebecca was one of four children. She worked much of her life as a cook or in...

Phyllis Wallace

Phyllis Wallace

Jan 23, 2021

Phyllis Wallace, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021.

Phyllis Wallace is survived by her husband Bill Wallace whom she loved for 37 wonderful years. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Her passions included making quilts and spending time with the many beloved friends she met during her life. She loved discussing politics and how...

Larhman Strunk

Larhman Strunk

Jan 22, 2021

Larhman Strunk, 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2021, in Kentucky. He was born on October 30, 1943, the son of Ansel and Nellie (Owens) Strunk in Onieda, Tennessee. He was a veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. On April 4, 1964, he was united in marriage to...

Raymond Davidson

Raymond Davidson

Jan 21, 2021

Raymond Davidson, 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021, at the Horizon Senior Living VI in Gladwin. He was born on May 22, 1939, the son of Delbert and Lois Davidson in White Lake. Ray was a hard worker and jack of all trades. He was a tool and die maker, logger, and operated his...

Curtiss Mielke

Curtiss Mielke

Jan 19, 2021

Curtiss L. Mielke, 77, of Beaverton passed away unexpectedly at home on January 19, 2021. Curtiss was born in Saginaw, Michigan to Otto and Lottie (Janetski) Mielke on September 3, 1943. He served in the Navy and worked at Dow Corning for almost 29 years. Curtiss married Karen Meekhof on May 29, 1971 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in...

Harold Treece

Harold Treece

Jan 19, 2021

Harold Treece Sr., 80, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Mid- Michigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born on March 9, 1940, in Flint. He was united in marriage to his true love Eileen Pregler in Gladwin. They were blessed with many wonderful years together. Harold was employed as a janitor for General Motors in...