May 26, 2018

Ryan P. Windish, age 52 of Bellaire passed away on May 26, 2018 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.

No service are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are being handled by the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral...

May 26, 2018

Steven B. Miracle, 49 of Kewadin passed away on May 26, 2018.

Steven was born on December 24, 1968 in Traverse City to the late Lloyd and Helen (Webb) Miracle.

Steven was a wonderful father who adored his daughters and treasured the time spent with them. He was a very hard-working man who loved riding...

May 22, 2018

Roxanne Folsom, 52 of East Jordan, died peacefully May 22, 2018, at home. She was born May 5, 1966, in Charlevoix, the daughter of Timothy and Myra (James) Hoffman. Roxanne was a kind-hearted, selfless person who put others first.  She was a dedicated employee, working tirelessly to create the best female body armor.  She traveled the country for Survival...

May 21, 2018

Carol Chenot, 61, of Elk Rapids passed away on May 21, 2018.

Carol was born on February 18, 1957 in Birmingham to Maureen (O’Leary) and the late James E. Chenot.

Carol graduated from Ernest W. Seaholm High School and then from cosmetology school following which she moved to Northern Michigan working in her own hair...

May 11, 2018

Steven Richard McClure, age 45, passed away on May 11, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Steven was born in Boulder, CO on January 26, 1973, the son of Charles McClure and Irene McClure (nee Boris). The family had moved from Michigan to Colorado (where they lived for several years) before journeying to Alaska,...

May 10, 2018

Elmer Grody,  93, of Mancelona, passed away on May 10, 2018 at Munson Hospice House.

Elmer was born on September 23, 1924, in Mancelona, the son of Elmer and Emma (Gesiger) Grody.

Elmer was a part of the Signal Corps in the U.S. Army during World War II.  He arrived on the second day of...

May 9, 2018

Martha C. Risteau,  59,  of Traverse City, passed away on May 9, 2018 at the Grand Traverse Pavilions.  No services are planned at this time.  Arrangements are being handled by the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

May 8, 2018

Denise A. Ackerman, 66 of Mancelona, died May 8, 2018 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

She was born May 18, 1951 in Detroit, the daughter of John O. and Beatrice H. (Willis) Young.  Denise graduated from Traverse City High School in 1969 and she worked for her family’s business Bowers Harbor Grocery Store and Marine.  Upon...

May 6, 2018

Dr. James N. Snaden, loving husband and father, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2018 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.  He was surrounded by his family.

He was Emeritus Professor of Geography at Central Connecticut State University where he taught for 35 years, from 1966 to 2001, serving also as Geography Department Chairperson for ten...

May 4, 2018

Laura J. Sexton, 76, of Bellaire died peacefully with her husband at her side on May 4, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.  She was born Jan. 22, 1942 in Newberry, MI the daughter of David and Agnes (Mohrmann) Maltby.

Laura is a 1960 graduate of Bellaire High School.  She earned her Bachelor’s of Education in 1965 from...

May 3, 2018

Allan G. Strauss, 67 of Brighton, died suddenly, May 3, 2018, at his cottage on Torch Lake.

Arrangements are pending.

May 3, 2018

Norman G. Cool,  76, of Mancelona, passed away on May 3, 2018 at his home.

Norm was born on June 9, 1941, the son of Harold and Lillian (Harris) Cool.

Norm is a longtime resident of Mancelona and was a member of the Antrim Church of Christ.

He enjoyed spending time with his...

May 3, 2018

Raymond Dixon, 82, of Charlevoix passed away on May 3, 2018 at his home.

Ray was born on December 22, 1935 in Charlevoix, the son of the late Curtis and Elizabeth (Sharrow) Dixon. He served in the United States Military for many years first in the United States Army then in the United States Coast Guard.  Following...

May 2, 2018

Timothy Lee Wellnitz, age 70, passed away at his Torch River home surrounded by family and friends. He was born January 22, 1948 and sailed away May 2, 2018.

Tim grew up on the Mitchell Rd. farm in Blissfield, Michigan. Fishing, antiquing, and working on classic cars were passions he pursued life long.

A gifted...

May 2, 2018

Georgina “Jean” Ruth Madagame, 79 of Alba, died May 2, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey.

Jean was a kind and loving person who worked at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire for 28 years as a nurse and dietary aide.  She prided herself on taking care of people and loved to spend time...

May 1, 2018

James J Ellis, 84, of Bellaire, died May, 1, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.

He was born March 1, 1934 in Cincinnati, OH the son of James E. and Eileen (Schuster) Ellis.  Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.

In 1980, Jim moved his family north where he has resided for the...

Apr 30, 2018

Erwin A. Luchtman  85, of Elmira, passed away on April 30, 2018 at Munson Hospice House.

Erwin was born on February 23, 1933, in Mt. Clemens, MI, the son of Erwin and Virginia (Mok) Luchtman.

Erwin was a longtime member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Mancelona where he served as a greeter and usher.  ...

Apr 30, 2018

Ralph F. Berry, aged 78 of Bellaire, MI, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2018 at Munson Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 26, 1939 in Wyandotte, MI, the son of Ralph and Amanda (Aho) Berry.  He entered the United States Marines Corps at the age of 17, proudly serving his country in the...

Apr 29, 2018

In the early morning hours of Sunday, April 29, Karleen “Sue” Walden, 69 of Alden, gained her angel wings.

Sue was born on June 5, 1948 in Saginaw to the union of Carl William and Leona Nellie (Watz) Oelfke.

Sue leaves behind many beautiful qualities that we will all cherish. She loved her fabric enjoying...

Apr 25, 2018

Valerie Gayle Turnage, 65 of Kalkaska, died April 25, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.

She was born September 28, 1952 in Detroit the daughter of Donald and Virginia (Watkins) Miller.

Valerie was a wonderful, kind person.  She loved cooking, decorating for the holidays and going to yard sales.  She especially loved volunteering her time to...