Feb 18, 2018

Charles William “Silver Fox” Marrs,  88,  left his earthly home in Star Township, Antrim County, early Sunday morning, February 18, 2018.

He was born on October 11, 1929 in Detroit, the son of Ivan and Mildred (Bolda) Marrs.

He married the former Donna M. Graham in Almont, MI and recently celebrated 67 years of marriage...

Feb 16, 2018

Cheryl (Harbaugh) Fryske died Feb. 16, 2018 in Mesa, AZ after a brief illness.

She is survived by her husband Bob and daughters Amee (Dan) Hayes of Framingham, MA, Tracey Friday of Mesa, AZ, Jackie (Clayton) Mulville of Mesa, AZ, and grandchildren Sabrina Hayes and Garrett and Reiley Mulville.

A private ceremony has taken place...

Feb 16, 2018

Richard Simon Napont 75 walked on in Petoskey Michigan February 16 with his wife of 28 years, Sandra by his side, and surrounded by his loving family.

Richie was born June 30, 1942 to Bernard and Agnes (Nanigaw) Napont of St. James Beaver Island Michigan.

In 1959 he moved to Manistique Michigan and was a...

Feb 14, 2018

Lance R. Parker, 63, of Charlevoix passed away on February 14, 2018 at his home.

Lance was born on July 12, 1954 in Royal Oak to the late Kay and Marion (Kleve) Parker.

He enjoyed spending his time listening to music and being outdoors. Lance was an avid fisherman and grouse hunter.

In...

Feb 13, 2018

Judy D. Przybylski, age 66 of Charlevoix passed away on February 13, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.

Judy was born on February 17, 1951 in Charlevoix to the late Robert and Beatrice (Beardsley) Somerville.

She worked for the City of Charlevoix in several different positions for over 33 years until her retirement in 2009....

Feb 9, 2018

Cheryl A. (Meggison) Hite,  62, of Bellaire, passed away on February 9, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.

Cheryl was born on April 24, 1955, in Rutherfordton, N.C., the daughter of Robert and Margie (Conner) Meggison.

Cheryl was employed at Shanty Creek Resort in Housekeeping, she attended the Bible Baptist Church in Central Lake and loved...

Feb 8, 2018

Helen Marie Moore, 89, of Mancelona passed way on February 8, 2018 at Meadowbrook Medical Care Facility.

No services are planned at this time.

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

Feb 8, 2018

Imogene E. Gilkerson,  91, of Bellaire, passed away on February 8, 2018 at her winter home in Weslaco, TX.

Imogene was born  on January 29, 1927, in Echo Township, the daughter of John “Rex” and Mary (Willson) Petrie.

Imogene enjoyed baking, playing cards, snowmobiling, many years of RV ing, and enjoyed time with family, and...

Feb 6, 2018

Sally Elizabeth Brunette passed away peacefully on February 6, 2018 at the age of 91.  Born on March 27, 1926 in California to Earl and Madeleine Schavey.  Sally graduated from Grand Ledge High School and later attended Michigan State University.

Sally spent most of her life in Grand Ledge, Michigan, later moving to Fort Myers, Florida.  Sally...

Feb 4, 2018

Michael N. Johnson, 71 of Charlevoix passed away on February 4, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.

Michael was born on January 3, 1947 in Lansing to the late Gerald and Edith (Beebe) Johnson.

He worked for AT&T then Lucent Technologies for over 35 years and enjoyed spending his free time playing golf. Michael liked...

Feb 3, 2018

Clarence N. "Bud" Tornga, 76, of Ellsworth, died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 23, 1941 in Ellsworth to E. Clarence and Rosalie (Van Zant) Tornga. (He proudly shared his birthdays with his daughter Jo.) On July 15, 1960 he married Shirley Sitzema in Atwood. They made their home in...

Feb 2, 2018

Janet L. Brown Koloski, age 81 of Bellaire passed away on February 2, 2018 at Meadowbrook Medical Care Facility.

Janet was born on May 27, 1936 in Charlevoix to the late Edward and Leona (Toogood) Streeter.

Janet made friends easily and maintained lifelong contact with many of them. She was filled with compassion and interest...

Feb 2, 2018

Daniel E. Bolle, 72, of Bellaire and Haslett, passed away on February 2, 2018 in Haslett.

Dan was born on December 29, 1945 in Gladwin to the late Cyriel and Helen (Kiss) Bolle and grew up in Clare. He served in the United States Navy and was a member of the American Legion Post 269 in Haslett....

Feb 1, 2018

Violet Louise Moore was called home to her heavenly home on Thursday, February 1, 2018. She passed away at Grandvue Medical Care Facility where she was a member of the Grandvue Family for two years.

Violet Louise Moore was born December 17, 1928 in Central Lake, to Electa (Barnes) and Clarence DeForest. In 1947 she married Harry...

Feb 1, 2018

Phyllis R. Windiate, 93, of Torch Lake Township passed away on February 1, 2018 at her home.

Phyllis was born on November 22, 1924 in Avon, Ohio to the late Sherman and Wilma (Barrett) Vedder.

She lived in Olivet, MI for many years while spending her summers on Torch Lake. Phyllis finally moved to Torch...

Jan 28, 2018

Patricia Louise (Wilmot) Elrich, 81 of Charlevoix, beloved wife and mother passed away on January 28, 2018 after a long battle with Parkinson’s.

She was born in Sault Ste. Marie, MI on September 15, 1936, the oldest of four children.

After graduating from high school in 1954, she moved with her family to Burton, MI....

Jan 23, 2018

Danielle K. Jones, 30, of Ellsworth, died Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Danielle was born October 13, 1987 in South Attleboro, Mass. to Gary and Pamela (Betts) Jones. She graduated from Ellsworth Community School and received an associates degree in general studies with highest distinction from North Central Michigan College. She enjoyed...

Jan 22, 2018

Marjorie L. Ruppenthal of Bellaire, MI died Monday, January 22, 2018 at Munson Hospital in Traverse City, MI. She was 93 years old. Her loving husband of 70 years, Richard (Dick) Ruppenthal, and her daughter Sue Holtzmann were at her side when she died.

Marge was born on November 7, 1924 at the family home near Bellaire....

Jan 22, 2018

Ellen A. Umlor, age 96, of Charlevoix passed away on January 22, 2018 at Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital.

Ellen was born on October 14, 1921 in Boyne City, MI to the late John and Lilly (Laurrie) Jones.

Ellen enjoyed spending her time reading and volunteering for the Charlevoix Area Senior Center and at the hospital....

Jan 21, 2018

Alexander W. Cran, 74 of Bellaire died on Sunday, January 21, 2018 due to complications of Parkinson’s disease.

He was born on September 13, 1943 in Belliare, son of the late Alexander and Helen Madeline (Hierlihy) Cran.

He was a third generation building contractor owning Alex Cran Construction Company for 40 years and was a...