Jun 23, 2019

Melissa K. Robbins,  34, of Mancelona, passed away on June 23, 2019.

Melissa was born on April 20, 1985, in Munster, IN, the daughter of Samuel “Mark” and Kristine (Juhasz) Robbins.

Melissa had a warm, inviting personality and loved music.  She played numerous musical instruments as well as singing.  She loved to dance, especially with...

Jun 23, 2019

William A. Bellinger, 73 of Traverse City and formerly of Charlevoix, died Sunday, June 23, 2019 at home.  He was born October 7, 1945 in Petoskey the son of James and Helen (Campbell) Bellinger.

William graduated from Sutton’s Bay high school and was drafted into the Army during the Vietnam War.  He was discharged and moved to...

Jun 23, 2019

Mitchell Dean Gibbard, 63, of Bellaire, passed away on June 23, 2019.

He was born on May 27, 1956 in Traverse City.

There are no services planned at this time.

Please sign his online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements have been handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Jun 22, 2019

James A. Stanley,  69, of Bellaire, passed away on June 22, 2019 at his home.

James was a long time employee of Ford Motor in Woodhaven, MI and enjoyed going to the Bellaire Senior Center.

Survived by son Terry (Camille) Wheeler of Bellaire,  daughter Shelia Barth of Dayton, OH, two brothers, two sisters and 5 grandchildren....

Jun 22, 2019

LULA DELORES BALDWIN

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Lula Delores Baldwin died peacefully on June 22, 2019, at home, after a short battle with lung cancer.  She was surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by;  Beth (Timothy) Shields of Fort Wayne IN., Catherine (Keith) Mohan of Charlevoix, Mi., George E. (Penni) Baldwin, Jr. of Maggie Valley, NC...

Jun 21, 2019

Roger Kent, 65, of Bellaire passed away on June 21, 2019. He was born on April 23, 1954 to Fred & Lois (Mills) Kent in Lansing, MI.The family moved to the great up north in 1966. Roger attended and graduated from Bellaire High School in 1972, where he met the love of his life, Theresa Hoalt.

After...

Jun 21, 2019

Michael B. Lemon, 69, of Charlevoix, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2019, in Petoskey, Michigan.

Michael was born on August 15, 1949, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Glenn Lemon and Gloria Hungerford.

No services are planned.

Arrangements are being handled by the Winchester Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Sign Michael's online...

Jun 20, 2019

Helen Margaret McGrath, 88, of Mancelona, passed away on June 20, 2019 at her daughters home surrounded by those whom she loved most.  She was born on December 8, 1930 in Monongahela, PA, the daughter of John and Naomi (Williams) Bryson.

Helen married her high school sweetheart, Otto McGrath, on April 5, 1951 in Detroit, MI.  They...

Jun 19, 2019

Ezekiel James Maylone, infant son of Justin and Elise Maylone, was born sleeping on June 19th, 2019 at Munson Medical Center.

Precious Ezekiel will be remembered by his parents Justin and Elise Maylone; his grandparents Tim and Carol Maylone, Paul Williams, Darci Bartlett; and a host of aunts, uncles, family, and friends.

Our lives are...

Jun 18, 2019

Rhonda S. Freel, 62, of Charlevoix, passed away on June 18, 2019, in Charlevoix.

Rhonda was born in Harrisville, MI, on May 4, 1957, to Dale Rockett and Joan Gust.

No services have been planned.

A full obituary will appear soon.

Arrangements have been handled by the Winchester Chapel of Mortensen...

Jun 11, 2019

Shirley Louise Denman, 89, of Elk Rapids, passed away on Tuesday June 11, 2019, at home.  She was born in Traverse City, MI on April 6, 1930, the daughter of Floyd and Margaret (Lewis) Ealy.

Shirley married her husband, Gene Denman Sr., on March 8, 1948 in Traverse City, MI.  Together, they opened Gene’s Auto Parts where...

Jun 11, 2019

Samantha Marie Knapp, 33

Samantha Marie Knapp 33, passed away at her home in Charlevoix, MI on June 11, 2019. Samantha, was born to Mark Knapp and Connie Frisbey, July 30, 1985 "on her mother's birthday" in Petoskey, MI.

Samantha, was a miracle child that wasn't supposed to live past ten years of...

Jun 11, 2019

Stanley L. Mckinney, 84, of Las Cruces, New Mexico, passed away on June 11, 2019, in Charlevoix.

Stan was born on October 11, 1934, in Irondale, Missouri, to Charles Mckinney and Lelia Talley.

Stan is survived by his wife Patricia Mckinney, and many loving family members.

No services have been planned.

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Jun 10, 2019

Willie E Cooper, age 66, passed away peacefully at home, June 10, 2019. Born Feb. 11, 1953 in Quitman MS, to Shelley and Ida Louise (Bonner) Cooper, both of whom preceded him in death, along with sister, Maxine, her son, Eric Cooper of Quitman MS & brother, James Stevens of CA.

Willie joined the Navy during the...

Jun 7, 2019

JoAnn Elaine Larson, 78, of Elmira, passed away surrounded by her loved ones in the house her husband built for them.  She was born on March 28, 1941 in Vassar, MI, the daughter of Elmer and Dorothy (Campbell) Whitman.

On January 3, 1962, JoAnn married her husband Duane Larson; her childhood sweetheart, best friend, and love of...

Jun 6, 2019

William R. Novotny, 87, a lifelong resident of Charlevoix, passed away on June 6, 2019, at home.

Bill was born on August 13, 1931 in Charlevoix, the son of Anthony and Frieda (VanderHagen) Novotny.

Bill was employed by the Medusa Cement Plant in Charlevoix for many years.  Following retirement, he and Carole traveled all over...

Jun 6, 2019

Dale Gordon Reeves Jr., 56, of Bellaire, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.  He was born May 7, 1963 in San Diego, CA, the son of Dale Reeves Sr. and Phyllis (Marshall) Johnston.

Dale Jr. married his wife Kristina (Huffman) Reeves on October 11, 1997 after spending the previous five...

Jun 5, 2019

Loreta “Rita” Ann Long, 75, of Mancelona, passed away on Wednesday June 5, 2019 at her home surrounded by loved ones.  She was born on October 26, 1943 in Charlevoix, MI, the daughter of Marvin and Ardis (Hosler) Wilks.

She enjoyed competing in both softball and bowling leagues, as well as baking and cooking.  She and her...

Jun 3, 2019

Terese Marie Buck, 72 of Bellaire passed peacefully at home June 3rd, 2019.  She was born March 27, 1947 in Detroit, the daughter of Ciro and Charlotte (De-Pagter) Crana.

Terese proudly owned and operated Max Maid Service for 28 years.  Her greatest enjoyment was her family, grandkids, great grandkids, her loving sister and her animals.  She was...

May 31, 2019

John D. Mashon, 49, of Boyne Falls, passed away unexpectedly on May 31, 2019, in Charlevoix, Michigan.

John was born on November 3, 1969, in Wayne County, Michigan, to Barbara Jean (Mashon) MacMillan.

No services are planned at this time.

Arrangements are being handled by the Winchester Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.