James Willson

Jan 10, 2011

James D. Willson, 61, of Central Lake, died unexpectedly Mon. Jan. 10, 2011 at home. He was born September 4, 1949, in El Paso, Texas, the son of Kenneth and Elma Rita (O'Donnell) Willson. Jim proudly served in the U.S. Navy for 19 years including two tours during the Vietnam War, on the USS Kitty Hawk and the USS...

Ann Patrell

Jan 7, 2011

Ann D. Patrell, 88, of Bellaire, passed away January 7, 2011 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

She was born May 14, 1922 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of John and Della Yanchitis.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph Patrell of 53 years; two daughters, Mary Ann (Robert) Schuckel of Bellaire, and Lynne (Tim)...

Dorothy Lidster

Jan 6, 2011

Dorothy L. Lidster, 56 of Eastport, died Thurs. Jan. 6, 2011, at Munson Medical Center. She was born Dec. 10, 1954 in Pontiac, the daughter of Albert and Suellen (Dixon) Polick. On Oct. 5, 1973, in Pontiac, she married Daniel C. Lidster. Together they have lived in Eastport for the last 17 years. Dorothy was a member of Forgotten...

Ann Ecklund

Jan 6, 2011

Ann Marie Ecklund, 91, of Mancelona, passed away January 6, 2011 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

She was born March 11, 1919 in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Charles and Anna LaGassey.

She was an avid reader, appreciated music, and a master gardener.

She is survived by her daughter, JoAnne (David) Crook of New Hudson;...

Brenda Ryan

Jan 6, 2011

Brenda Ann Ryan, 57, of Central Lake, passed away January 6, 2011 at Northern Michigan Hospital after a short but brave battle with Leukemia. Brenda was born January 25, 1953 in Norristown, PA to Paul and Marvelle (Toney) DiNofrio, who survive. Brenda moved to Bellaire, MI just prior to 7th grade. She lived most of her adult life in...

Anna Anton

Jan 5, 2011

Anna G. Anton, 88, previously of Alden, passed away January 5, 2011 at Advocate Bromenn Medical Center in Normal, Illinois.

Services will be held at a later date. The Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Home is serving the family. Please signs Anna's guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com

Anthony Peterson

Dec 30, 2010

Anthony Michael Peterson, 73, of Central Lake and formerly of Lansing, died Thurs. Dec. 30, at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. He was born Feb. 17, 1937, in Detroit the son of James and Evelyne (Mercer) Peterson. Mike was a prominent business owner in the Lansing Area for 30 years. He is survived by his wife of 48 years...

Roger Evans

Dec 30, 2010

ROGER W. EVANS, 46, of Sterling Heights, formerly of Bellaire, died on December 30, 2010 at Munson Medical Center. Roger was born on May 28, 1964 in Bellaire, the son of Wayne and Lois (Drogt) Evans. Roger was raised in Bellaire and graduated from Bellaire High School as Salutatorian in 1982. He went to Michigan Tech where he graduated...

Marian Sterner

Dec 24, 2010

Marian J. Sterner, 57, of Bellaire, died Fri. Dec. 24, 2010 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 27, 1953 in Bellaire the daughter of Lionel and Donna (Robinson) Moran. Marian graduated from Bellaire High School in 1971 and from Central Michigan University in 1975 with a degree in Social Work. She worked for the...

Elaine Wagner

Dec 24, 2010

Elaine A. Wagner, 80, of Bellaire, died peacefully, Friday December 24, 2010 at home. She was born October 25, 1930, in Detroit, the daughter of Otto and Irene (Gray) Ringel. Elaine especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Once she bravely overcame her fear of flying, she became a world traveler with her husband, Dan. Additionally, she enjoyed golf,...

Marguerite Smith

Dec 23, 2010

Marguerite May Smith, age 105, died December 23, 2010 at Meadowbrook Medical Care Facility in Bellaire, MI. She was born on February 28, 1905, in Bellaire, Michigan to Charles E. May and Margaret Marshall May, the 4th of 5 children. Two sisters and two brothers preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband...

Barbara Rarey

Dec 23, 2010

Barbara Lee Rarey, 88, of Central Lake, died Thursday, December 23, 2010 at Boardman Lake Glens, Traverse City. She was born July 7, 1922 in Detroit, the daughter of Ivor and Ester (Philipp) Lee. Barbara grew up in Royal Oak. On July 15, 1944 in Royal Oak, she married Robert, and moved to Birmingham. In 1985 they retired to...

Patricia Jemkort

Dec 21, 2010

PATRICIA J. JEMKORT, 69, of Central Lake, died on December 21, 2010 at Charlevoix Area Hospital. Patricia was born on January 30, 1941 in Petoskey, the daughter of Cornelius and Mary (Kahgee) Smith. Patricia was a Central Lake resident for the past 10 years, was a member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, and enjoyed...

Angela Gripentrog

Dec 19, 2010

Angela Renee Gripentrog, 30, of Mancelona, Michigan, passed away Sunday, December 19, 2010 at her home. Angela was born May 1, 1980 in Bay City, Michigan. Angela is survived by her loving daughter, Kaylee D-Water of Fife Lake, MI; parents, Leslie Usrey and step-father Mike of Levels, MI., Robert Cowles and step-mother Terry of McKinley, MI; four siblings, Heidi...

Richard Fogo

Dec 18, 2010

Richard George Fogo, 70, of Bellaire, formerly of Troy, MI, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2010 at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, after a 12-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

He was born on March 21, 1940 in Highland Park, MI to Robert and Gladys Fogo and grew up in Royal Oak. Richard graduated from Dondero High School and...

William Lacy

Dec 17, 2010

William R. Lacy, 82, of Bellaire, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010 at his home. William was born May 28, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Loren and Mary Lacy. He proudly served his country in the Army and drove trucks for many years. He is survived by four daughters; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers and many...

Dorothea Knouse

Dec 14, 2010

Dorothea R. Knouse, 72, of Alba, died on December 14, 2010 at her home. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are being handled by the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Dorothea Knouse

Dec 14, 2010

Dorothea R. Knouse, 72, of Alba, died on December 14, 2010 at her home. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are being handled by the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.

Ernest Anger

Dec 13, 2010

Ernest E. Anger I, 83, of Mancelona, passed away on Monday, December 13, 2010 at Munson Medical Center. Mr. Anger was born on April 25, 1927 in Port Huron, MI., the son of Ernest Evart Anger and Ethel L. Jefferson Anger. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Zada A. Anger. He is also survived by their...

Rosemarie Williams

Dec 1, 2010

Rosemarie Williams, 50, of Central Lake, died Wed. Dec. 1, 2010 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born Sept. 18, 1960, in Lapeer, MI, the daughter of Stephen and Lois "Barb" (Grue) Compton. Rosemarie was a proud breast cancer survivor who was active with the Susan B. Komen foundation. She enjoyed spending time with her...