Apr 21, 2018

Doreen Irene Balon, 84 of Bellaire died peacefully, April 21, 2018 at the Heritage Haus in Bellaire.  She was born June 29, 1933 in Carrot River, Saskatchewan, Canada, the daughter of Peter and Madeline LeFebre.

On July 18, 1953 in Windsor, Ontario she married George Balon.  Together they made their life in Detroit, then moved north to...

Apr 20, 2018

Bryar James Allan Meadows, infant son of Desiree Peters and Jourdan Meadows, was stillborn, April 20, 2018 at Munson Medical Center.

He is survived by his parents, his sisters Gabrielle Peters, Halie, Sophie and Faith Meadows, brother Jourdan Meadows, his grandma Gail Straight, grandma Gloria Allen, Grandpa Mark Straight, great grandmother Maryann Turner, great grandmother Donna Leski,...

Apr 20, 2018

Versile J. “Harold” Veldkamp, 83, of Ellsworth died Friday, April 20, 2018 at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City.

He was born at home in Central Lake Township on October 29, 1934 to John and Gertrude (VanderArk) Veldkamp.

On October 19, 1957 he married Helen June Brown at Atwood Reformed Church (now Belltower). They made...

Apr 19, 2018

Randall Howard, 65, passed away on April 19, 2018 in Grand Rapids, MI.

Private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are being handled by the Winchester Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com.

Apr 19, 2018

James Walter Haywood III, died peacefully at home.  No services are planned at this time.

Apr 17, 2018

Daniel C. Waldron, age 28 of Charlevoix MI, born April 28, 1989, passed away unexpectedly on April 17, 2018.

He is survived by his Mother Debra Woodward, Father Bradley (Juli) Waldron; Brother Eddie, Sister Amy, Nephew River; Grandparents Janet Sapatka, Russ Barr; Aunts and Uncles Kevin (Mary), Keith (Kirsten), Jackie (James), Laurie (Mike); numerous Cousins and Dear...

Apr 17, 2018

Dona L. Klooster, 85, of Charlevoix died Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey.

She was born March 5, 1933 in Charlevoix to Frank and Lila (Herbert) McFarland.

On September 8, 1956 she married James Klooster in Marion Township. They lived in Charlevoix. Mr. Klooster died in 2005.

Dona was a...

Apr 17, 2018

Dan Corbin, 70, Charlevoix resident since 1976, passed through this life on April 17, leaving behind an often tough road to hoe.  He achieved independent living for many years, despite health challenges with Schizophrenia and later Parkinson’s disease.  Dan was a gentle soul.  Charlevoix North Country Community Mental Health, Petoskey Club, and the Community Reformed Church, all helped Dan...

Apr 17, 2018

Wesley Aaron Forbes Pardee, 31 of Grand Rapids and formerly of Central Lake, died Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at home.

He was born July 7, 1986 in Traverse City, the son of Kimberly (Pardee) Konefke and Keith Snarey.  Wesley graduated from Central Lake high school in 2004 with honors.

Wesley was an outgoing, friendly, funny...

Apr 16, 2018

Gary Ralph Berghardt, 73 of Bellaire, died April 16, 2018.  He was born to Elmer and Margaret (Reeder) Burghardt on December 7th 1944 in Detroit, MI.  Gary grew up on his grandparent’s farm in Inkster, MI. After graduating from High School he enlisted in the US Army where he served 4 years and was honorably discharged. He married Kelly...

Apr 16, 2018

Donald Crocker, age 67, of Petoskey passed away on April 16, 2018.

Donald was born on October 5, 1950 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Oren and Esther (Chilcutt) Crocker.

Donald served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1967-1970.  He enjoyed spending his free time with his grandchildren and going...

Apr 14, 2018

Dr. Donna Huffman Simons, 69, of Alba passed away April 14, 2018 with family by her side. Donna was born 5/20/1948 to Donald and Thelma Huffman.

Donna was a member of the United Methodist Church, a past member of the Star Township Fire Board, and most recently a member of the Alba School Board. Donna or Doc...

Apr 14, 2018

Gregory A. Van Stedum, 36, of Charlevoix passed away on April 14, 2018 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.

Gregory was born on June 6, 1981 in Charlevoix to Tom and Sandy (Powers) Van Stedum.

Everyone that knew Greg loved him. He had a zest for life, and his huge smile and sparkling eyes were contagious....

Apr 14, 2018

Barb Brown, age 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 14 at her home in Traverse City. Born Barbara Alida Wheeler on July 27, 1928, Barb was the only child of Stanley and Grace (Graham) Wheeler. Barb’s childhood was rich in experiences shared with an extensive family of aunts, uncles, and cousins in East Jordan, Brown City, and the greater...

Apr 13, 2018

Fay Dollaway passed away peacefully at Meadow Brook on April 13.

Fay was born in Lowell, MI in 1923 to Earl and Pearl (Zahm) Green.  Fay lived in Lowell until she completed high school. She also attended the Muskegon Business College.  While in high school, she met her future husband, Harold Dollaway  When he joined the Navy, Fay joined him in San Diego where...

Apr 12, 2018

Brandon S. Gault,  20, of Mancelona, passed away on April 12, 2018.

Brandon was born on September 2, 1997, in Traverse City, the son of Kimberly Rupright and Richard Gault.

Brandon enjoyed life to the fullest and was a social, outgoing young man.   He loved outdoor activities such as, fishing, hunting, mudding, 4 wheeling, two...

Apr 12, 2018

Darrell L. White, 88 of Bellaire, died Thursday, April 12, at Munson Medical Center.

He was born Aug. 18, 1929 in Troy, the son of John and Ruby (Roth) White.  Darrell worked for Bush Manufacturing and after 35 years of dedicated service he retired and moved to Bellaire.

Darrell was a wonderful husband, great father,...

Apr 12, 2018

Mary H. Kaczan, 89, of Kewadin passed away on April 12, 2018 at her home.

Mary was born on February 24, 1929 in River Rouge, MI to the late Ernest and Mamie (Marot) Sigler.

Mary graduated high school at Our Lady of Lourdes in River Rouge. Mary worked at home raising her 7 children. She...

Apr 9, 2018

Wesley Lloyd Fleet, 86, passed away on April 9th, 2018 at Bay Ridge Assisted Living Facility in Traverse City, Michigan.  He was born on March 31, 1932 in Mancelona, Michigan to Lloyd and Olive Fleet (Snyder).

Wesley graduated from Mancelona High School in Mancelona, Michigan in 1950.  After completing high school he served in the United States...

Apr 8, 2018

Amedeo Castiglione, 95, of Charlevoix, formerly of Central Lake, passed away on April 8, 2018 at America House in Charlevoix.

Amedeo was born on November 17, 1922, in Detroit, the son of Joseph and Clara (Caniato) Castiglione.

Amedeo was a member of St. Luke Catholic Church in Bellaire for many years and was active in...