Gary Lee Anderson
Aug 1, 2022
Gary Lee Anderson, age 78 of Charlevoix went home to Jesus, August 1, 2022, his 57th wedding anniversary to his beloved wife Kay.
He was born July 24, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Capt. Richard and Eileen (Wedhorn) Anderson-Farley.
He graduated from Milford High school in 1963. Gary married Kay Dickerson on August 1, 1965 at Milford Presbyterian...
James L. Draper
Jul 30, 2022
James L. Draper, 95, of Bellaire, passed away on July 30, 2022 at his home.
Jim was born on November 22, 1926, in Bingham Township, MI, the son of James and Mary (Hilsenbeck) Draper.
As a young man, he helped with the building of the Mackinac bridge of which he was proud. He enjoyed deer hunting and farming, ...
Mary Ann Czechowski
Jul 29, 2022
Mary Ann passed away on July 29 after a long illness, due to complications from Parkinson's disease.
Mary Ann was born on September 1, 1942. Her parents were John Richter and Mary E. (Slavick) Richter. Mary Ann is survived by her sister, Elizabeth J. Richter, and her husband of 48 years, Melvin H. Czechowski, Ph.D.
Mary Ann was a dedicated...
Heather Ann Scheetz
Jul 29, 2022
Heather Ann Scheetz 44 of Echo Township, passed away unexpected, July 29, 2022 at home. She was born February 22, 1978 in Ypsilanti, the daughter of James and Daphne (Hall) Scheetz II.
Heather loved animals, especially her dog Diva. She also enjoyed shopping and make-up. Heather was extremely interested in paranormal activity, often studying it for hours, and was...
Verna Truman
Jul 28, 2022
Verna Darlene Truman, 77, of Charlevoix passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 28, 2022. She was born to Edna (White) Reich and Clifford Reich on September 23, 1944 in Petoskey, MI.
She was raised on a farm near Sault Ste. Marie, MI. She graduated from Sault Ste. Marie High School in 1962. She worked many years as a nurse’s...
Lois Wood
Jul 28, 2022
Lois Joy Wood, 95, of Charlevoix, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on August 15, 1926 in Detroit, MI, the daughter of Carl and Bernice (Sinicki) Housler.
Lois graduated from Cass Tech High School in 1944, and shortly thereafter, she married the love of her life, Stuart E. Wood. ...
Sherry Lee Windish
Jul 27, 2022
Sherry L. Windish, 73 of Mancelona, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2022 surrounded by her family. “Suz” was born on October 6, 1948, to Leslie and Vada (Howell) Watkins and married Randy L. Windish on January 1, 1972.
Sherry loved going to garage sales, the casino, and listening to country music, especially Alan Jackson. She loved spending time...
Michael A. Meier
Jul 25, 2022
Michael A. Meier, 68, of Charlevoix, passed away on July 25, 2022 at his home.
He was born on September 17, 1953, in Charlevoix, the son of Charles and Mary "Jackie"(Lucas) Meier.
Mike was employed at the E.J. Iron Works as well as Haggard Plumbing and Heating.
He loved the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing and downhill skiing. ...
Bonnie Elzinga
Jul 25, 2022
Bonnie Lee Elzinga, age 88, of Charlevoix MI, joined her dear friends and family in heaven on July 25, 2022. She is survived by Charlie Elzinga, her devoted husband of 69 years; Chuck and Sharon Elzinga of Charlevoix; Paul and Carol Karnitz of Minneapolis; David and Dawn Elzinga of DeWitt; 6 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren. Dan and Sandy Drost of...
Patricia Lee Osborn
Jul 22, 2022
Patricia L. Osborn, 79, of Central Lake, passed away on July 22, 2022 at her home.
She was born on December 29, 1942, in Flint, MI, the daughter of Robert and Ethel (Loberg) Walker.
Pat moved permanently to Central Lake from Fenton, MI. She was active in the Central Lake Historical Society, enjoyed searching family ancestory, playing cards and going...
Noah Jonathan Lantzer
Jul 21, 2022
Noah Jonathan Lantzer, 9, of Rapid City, passed away on July 21, 2022 at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center.
A viewing for family and friends will be held Sunday, July 31st from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
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Dixie Lee Cronin
Jul 20, 2022
Dixie Lee Cronin, age 93, passed away comfortably and peacefully July 20, 2022 in Traverse City, MI receiving compassionate, respectful and professional care from French Manor residence and Hospice of Michigan staff. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan June 21, 1929 to the late Frederick and Mary Stevens (Etter) graduating from Saginaw Arthur Hill in June, 1947. Dixie met her...
Ralph Vitale Sr.
Jul 20, 2022
Ralph Eugene Vitale Sr., 88, of Mancelona and formerly of Ormond Beach, FL, passed away on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. He was born on June 14, 1934 in Detroit, MI, the son of Anthony and Caroline (Rivard) Vitale.
Ralph grew up in Detroit with his three siblings, Jack, Mike, and Dolly. He also raised his own family there with his...
Kenneth S. Patton
Jul 15, 2022
Kenneth S. Patton, 69, of Central Lake, passed away on July 15, 2022 at his home.
He was born on October 3, 1952, in Bellaire, the son of Seward and Leila (Crothers) Patton.
Ken was born and raised in Central Lake. He enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing, driving school bus for special needs children and was a long time...
Macklyn Smith
Jul 14, 2022
Macklyn (Mac) Roger Smith, 79 of Bellaire died July 14, 2022 at the Charlevoix Area Hospital. He was born July 4, 1943 the son of Morley and Esther (Montgomery) Smith. In 1961, he graduated Salutatorian from Bellaire High School. He was both a scholar and athlete. Mac was a lover of music, especially live music, and a prolific songwriter....
Angelique M. Hudson
Jul 13, 2022
Angelique M. Hudson, 51, of Kewadin passed away on July 13, 2022 at home. Services will be private with her family.
A full obituary will be posted in the near future.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
Marsha Ann Haller
Jul 13, 2022
Marsha Ann Haller 64, of Rapid City, died on July 13, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. Marsha was born January 17, 1958 in Kalkaska, MI to E. Jeanne Lee (Rattray) and Clifford L. Jackson. Marsha attended school in Kalkaska where she met and married Terry Alan Haller on July 25, 1975. She graduated with her class in 1976.
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Michael William Keilen
Jul 11, 2022
Michael William Keilen, 70, of Elk Rapids, passed away July 11, 2022 at home. He was born August 10, 1951 in St. Johns, MI, the son of Francis and Hildegard (Simon) Keilen.
Mike was a man of many talents. He loved to be on the water whether it was sailing or fishing, and could fix just about everything. While living...
Gary E. Morse
Jul 10, 2022
Gary E. Morse Sr., 83 of Mancelona, died July 10, 2022 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born March 28, 1939 in Oxford, the son of Carroll and Hope (Clohs) Morse.
Gary was a proud patriot and served in the United States Army and locally as the Commander at the Mancelona American Legion. He enjoyed riding...
Lydia LaVerne Moore
Jul 7, 2022
Lydia 'Liddy' Laverne Moore Matthews, loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend, joined the heavens July 7, 2022, at age 74.Born to Jesse and Ruth Moore of Bellaire, Michigan on September 28, 1947, she had a natural talent for art, singing, poetry and making people laugh.With a love of both music and animals, Lydia, at a young age, while sleepwalking...
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