Dec 27, 2021

Alvin K. Bowhall, 84, of Seven Fields, PA, most recently Mancelona, passed away on December 27, 2021 at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City.

He was born on March 11, 1937, in Detroit, the son of Knapp and Evelyn (Morris) Bowhall.

Al was a mechanic most of his life and spent many years as the service...

Dec 27, 2021

Anthony M. Harvey,  48, of Mancelona, passed away on December 27, 2021 at his home.  Tony was born on December 18, 1973 in Grand Rapids the son of Mark Anthony Harvey and Adrienne Candace Vernier.

Tony's daughter, Ashley, wrote the following tribute in her father's memory:

"Hold your loved ones close, make amends, don't leave...

Dec 26, 2021

Todd Andrew Wilcox, 55, of Elburn, IL and Bellaire, MI, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021.  Todd was born February 1, 1966, in Worcester, MA, the son of Terry Lee and Susie E. (Jacobs) Wilcox.

Todd was a self-starter in all areas of his life.  He launched a lawn-mowing business when he was just 10 years’ old. ...

Dec 26, 2021

Lynda F. Gardner 73 of Charlevoix, died suddenly December 26, 2021 at home.  She was born March 12, 1948 in Charlevoix the daughter of Glenn and Ada (Prough) Williams.

Lynda loved to tell stories.  She was very funny, had a great personality and was a friend to all.  She enjoyed riding horses, fishing, and camping while growing...

Dec 23, 2021

Danell Doucette, 52, of Bellaire, passed away on December 23rd surrounded by her family, after a hard fought battle with cancer.

Danell was born on May 7, 1969 to Millie and Willie Lee in nearby Traverse City. After graduating from Bellaire High School in 1987 Danell moved down state for work then lived in Texas for a...

Dec 22, 2021

Robert A. White,  60, of Alba, passed away on December 22, 2021 at Grayling Mercy Hospital.

He was born on April 24, 1961, in Detroit, the son of Ronald and Carol (Like) White.

Bob was employed as a mechanic for many years for multiple county governments and most recently Antrim County.   He was also a volunteer...

Dec 22, 2021

Elba “Buck” Alfred Scott Jr., 84, of Charlevoix, passed away on Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at his home surrounded by family.  He was born on May 21, 1937 in Detroit, MI, the son of Elba Sr. and Mary (David) Scott.

Buck Scott was a curator for the cities he lived in. After cultivating the go-to restaurant –...

Dec 22, 2021

Joseph Bernard Malbouef, 72, of Alden, entered peacefully into eternal life December 22, 2021. Joe was born June 25, 1949 in Detroit, to Joseph and Suzanne (Van Huylenbrouck) Malbouef. Joe will be remembered as a man of integrity with a larger-than-life personality who helped elevate others to be their best self.

In his early years, Joseph enjoyed...

Dec 19, 2021

Lewis Otto McPherson, 67, of Elmira, passed away on December 19, 2021 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  He was born on March 6, 1954 in Lansing, MI, the son of Lewis W. and Edna Ruth (Bland) McPherson.

Lewis loved to tinker.  He was a mechanic by trade, and his passion was Ford’s.  He was always...

Dec 19, 2021

Bill Stenback, 78, of Central Lake passed away December 19, 2021, after a brief illness.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years Maureen, their daughter, Julie (Mark) Gould, son-in-law Scott McManus, grandchildren Daniel (Olivia) Stenback, Kaela McManus, Victoria Nagy, Jacob McManus, two great grandchildren, and brother Chuck Stenback.  He was pre-deceased by his daughter, Kate McManus, and...

Dec 18, 2021

Diane Elaine Dawson 70 of Central Lake, died December 18, 2021 at Munson Medical Center. She was born April 23, 1951 in Bay City the daughter of Howard and Marcella Buffman.

Diane graduated from Central Lake High School and moved to Fairbanks, Alaska in 1986. She worked for the City of Fairbanks driving a dump truck. She...

Dec 17, 2021

Gayle Ann Snyder, 81, passed away December 17, 2021 while residing at The August Haus, in Gaylord, MI with her three daughters by her side.

Gayle, was born on July 17, 1940, in Columbus Ohio, the daughter of Norman and Evelyn (Berry) Norris.

Her career and passion was nursing.  Gayle worked in many different areas...

Dec 14, 2021

John C. Manley,  57, of Mancelona, passed away on December 14, 2021 at Munson Medical Center.

John was born on December 1, 1964, in Royal Oak, MI, the son of Kenneth and Elizabeth (Lynch) Manley.

He would often listen to music, especially the songs his mom would play for him.   His favorite being the theme...

Dec 11, 2021

Joan (Joani) Marie Braun, age 88 of Elk Rapids, MI, died with grace and peace during a beautiful sunset on December 11, 2021. James Braun, her devoted husband of 39 years, along with her children, and extended family were gathered around to help ease her end-of-life transition and to witness the release of her love into the universe. She...

Dec 11, 2021

Michael Bryon Thornburg, 60, of Mancelona, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born on January 19, 1961 in Kalkaska, MI, the son of Darwin and Helen (Seiting) Thornburg.

Michael graduated from Kalkaska High School in 1979, and he then went on to further his education at Ferris...

Dec 11, 2021

Sharon Lynn Fredenburg, 77 of Bellaire, died December 11, 2021 at her daughter’s home.  She was born May 20, 1944 in Carson City, Michigan, the daughter of Floyd and Phyllis (Shore) Shurter.  In her high school years, she was a majorette in the high school band.

Sharon was a member of the Masonic Temple in Grand Rapids...

Dec 11, 2021

Janice Kay Coan, 82, of Elmira, MI, went home to her eternal rest with Our Lord on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Born on April 14, 1939, in Olney, IL, the daughter of Damon and Charlene (Brookfield) Peters.

Janice graduated from Richland County High School in 1956, Olney, IL, and three years later, on November 23, 1959, married her childhood...

Dec 9, 2021

William (Bill) Rae Carey, 91, of Charlevoix, passed Thursday, December 9 with his bride and best friend of almost 48 years at his side. Bill was born a Charlevoix Rayder on February 8, 1930 to Leo and Marion (Emrey) Carey.

A 1947 graduate of Charlevoix High School, Bill was a standout on the Rayders’ vaunted football and...

Dec 9, 2021

Jacob C. DeKorne, 85 of Ellsworth, died Thursday, December 9, 2021 at his son’s home in Pleasant Valley.  He was born October 14, 1936 in Grand Rapids, the son of James and Rachel (Wielhouwer) DeKorne.

Jacob was a member of the Netherlands Reformed Church in Grand Rapids.  He was also a member of the Souix Honey Association...

Dec 9, 2021

Christopher Scott Richards, age 58, originally from St. Louis, MO passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 9, 2021 in East Jordan, MI.

He was born on May 24, 1963 at Fort Belvoir Virginia military hospital where his father Lynn Richards was stationed while serving in the Army. Chris grew up in the Kirkwood, MO area and worked...