OBITUARIES

OBITUARIES


Marilyn Ruth Peterson

Marilyn Ruth Peterson

Mar 23, 2023

Marilyn Ruth Peterson, 92 of Williamsburg and formerly of Elk Rapids, died peacefully on Thursday, March 23, 2023.  She was born Feb. 24, 1931, in Saginaw, the daughter of Grant and Vesta (Harris) Hess.

   Marilyn grew up in St. Louis, MI, and graduated in 1949 from St. Louis High School.  She was a dedicated student and majored in English...

Carol Ann Runberg

Carol Ann Runberg

Mar 22, 2023

Carol Ann Runberg, 58 of Beaver Island, passed away Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at Munson Medical Center.

   She was born July 18, 1964 in Bay City the daughter of Edward and Marjorie (Wachowiak) Stasinski.  On July 15th, 1989, she married John Runberg and together they shared 32 wonderful years of marriage before his passing on July 5, 2022.

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Carol Sue Muma

Carol Sue Muma

Mar 21, 2023

Carol S. Muma,  78, of Mancelona, passed away on March 21, 2023 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility.

   She was born on November 27, 1944, in Ypsilanti, MI, the daughter of Emery and Pearl (Livermore) Smith.

   Surviving are 5 children, Amy Muma (Steve) of Kalkaska, Alfred Muma Jr. (Wayne) of Vancouver, WA, Matthew Muma (Becky) of Kalkaska, Stewart...

Ronald Leroy Misiak

Ronald Leroy Misiak

Mar 19, 2023

Ronald L. Misiak,  84, of Elmira, Lakes of the North, passed away on March 19, 2023 in Bradenton, FL.

   He was born on August 21, 1938, in Detroit, the son of John and Rose (Burman) Misiak.

   Ron owned and operated his own trucking company for many years.   His favorite things to do were traveling with his wife...

Vera J. Gordon

Vera J. Gordon

Mar 19, 2023

 

Vera J. Gordon, our beautiful mom passed away at Grandvue Medical Care Facility in East Jordan, MI on Sunday, March 19, 2023.  She was born in Detroit, MI to Clarence (Sid) and Lovena (DeForest) Patton on September 17, 1929.

   Mom moved to Central Lake as a young child and was a lifelong resident.  She attended Central Lake Public...

Barbara Elizabeth Smith

Barbara Elizabeth Smith

Mar 17, 2023

 

Barbara E. Smith, 86, of Central Lake passed away on March 17th with her family by her side. She was born on November 26, 1936 to Tony and Anna McKenney in Central Lake. 

On July 21, 1952 Barb married her high school sweetheart, Jim Smith, and they were married for 63 years. Jim predeceased her on December 27, 2015.

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Nathan Boss

Nathan Boss

Mar 17, 2023

Nathan James Boss, second son of Jack and Frances Boss, was born on May 1, 1934, in the farming community of Barnard. On the family farm and in the small town of Charlevoix, Nate found more than enough room to grow into a man large in all the ways that count.

At Charlevoix High Nate played all sports, excelling at...

Patricia J Fleet

Patricia J Fleet

Mar 17, 2023

Patricia J. Fleet (89), passed away peacefully under the loving care and comfort of family on March 17, 2023, at her home in Traverse City, Michigan.

 

She was born on April 15, 1933 in Alden to Clarence and Lena Anderson.  Patricia graduated from Mancelona High School in 1951.  She obtained her Teaching License from Central Michigan University and taught...

Carol Jean Badder

Carol Jean Badder

Mar 17, 2023

Carol Jean Badder, age 78, of East Jordan, Michigan passed away on March 17, 2023.

She was born to Lester and Mildred (Stokes) Fales on December 25, 1944, in East Jordan, Michigan.

Carol graduated from East Jordan high school in 1963.  She worked at the Quarters in Boyne until marrying the love of her life, Duane Badder on February 21,...

Luigi Guidi

Luigi Guidi

Mar 15, 2023

Luigi Guidi, 84, of Charlevoix, passed away on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at his home surrounded by family.  Luigi was born in San Marino on January 11, 1939 to Umberto and Caterina (Moroni) Guidi.  When he was only 5 years old, his father died.  He left school after third grade to go to work for a blacksmith and provide for...

Leonard Staley

Leonard Staley

Mar 14, 2023

Leonard Steele Staley, 93, of Charlevoix, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, with his family at his side.  He was born on December 9, 1929, in Mount Olive, North Carolina, the son of Frank and Mamie (Duncan) Staley.

Leonard graduated from Sault St. Marie High School, and furthered his education at Lake Superior State University as well as Central...

Rose Ella Stout

Rose Ella Stout

Mar 13, 2023

Rose Ella Stout, 82, of Elk Rapids, passed away March 13, 2023.

She was born to Evart and Ruth (Thomas) Long on March 3, 1941, in Pontiac Township, Michigan.

Rose was a veterinarian assistant and bank teller.  In her early years she enjoying motorcycling, and traveling.  She was an active member at the Elk Rapids Senior center. 

In her downtime...

Anne Marie Bodnar

Anne Marie Bodnar

Mar 10, 2023

Anne Marie Bodnar, age 76, of Bellaire passed away Friday, March 10, 2023, surrounded by her family.

She was born to Clarence and Marceil (Wade) Mann on November 25, 1946, in Saginaw, Michigan.

In October 1968 she married Robert Bodnar. They lived in Flat Rock, Michigan until moving to Bellaire. 

Anne began her career as an executive assistant working for...

Brian Clements

Brian Clements

Mar 9, 2023

Brian Michael Clements passed away in his sleep on March 9th, 2023, after 46 years of chasing his dreams and seizing them.

Brian was a quiet soul born on June 16, 1976, in Carson City, Michigan. As a child, Brian loved being outside whenever he could, whether he was building a massive dam in his mother’s driveway with his childhood...

Judith "Judy" Probert

Judith "Judy" Probert

Mar 4, 2023

Judith Anne Probert, 84, of Charlevoix, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 4, 2023 with her family at her side.  She was born on January 19, 1939, in Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Guy and Norah (Spencer) Harrell.

Judith graduated from Waterford High School ,and furthered her education at Eastern Michigan University, earning her Bachelor’s Degree in Education.  On March...

Jack Haynes

Jack Haynes

Mar 4, 2023

On March 4, 2023 Jack Haynes, loving husband and father passed away at the age of 83. Jack was born April 19, 1939 in Marion, IN to Ralph and Evelyn Haynes.

He received his BS degree in Education from Adams State University, Alamosa, CO in 1966. He began his career as a 5th grade teacher in Aurora, IL. After...

Richard Gresla

Richard Gresla

Mar 3, 2023

 

Graveside services with Military Honors for Richard Gresla, who passed away, March 3, 2023,  will be held Saturday, June 17, at 1 pm at Lakeview Cemetery, Torch Lake Township.    View his full obituary at www.zwickjahn.com   Local arrangements are in the care of Mortensen Funeral Homes.  

Norma Jean Kaskinen

Norma Jean Kaskinen

Mar 3, 2023

Norma Jean Kaskinen, 88, of Bellaire, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2023, at home. She was born on December 18, 1934, the daughter of Otto and Daisy (Graf) Fredricks.

Norma was a loving wife and mother. She was known for her baking skills and enjoyed sharing her delicious pastries with family and friends. In her early years, she enjoyed...

Clara Finch

Clara Finch

Mar 3, 2023

Clara Catherine Finch, 87, of Mancelona, passed away March 3, 2023 at home. She was born on January 30, 1936, the daughter of Harry and Mary (McIntosh) Cushaway.

Clara loved to spend time with her family. She was known for her big holiday dinners where she would prepare a delicious meal for everyone to share. Clara was a very talented...

Gabriel Campbell

Gabriel Campbell

Mar 2, 2023

Gabriel M. Campbell, 89, of Charlevoix, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 2, 2023 in Riverview, FL.  He was born on April 1, 1933, in Detroit, MI, the son of James and Leone (Mahaut) Campbell.

Gabe grew up on the family farm in Howell, MI and graduated from Howell High School in 1951.  Shortly thereafter, he served in the United...

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