Obituaries
Richard Palmer Mueller Jr
Jan 6, 2024
Richard P. Mueller Jr. passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2024, at 3:36 PM in Gulfport, MS, with his family at his side. Richard P. Mueller Jr. was born on May 15th of 1949 in Lakewood, Ohio.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Richard P. Mueller and Rosemary Allen Mueller; brother-in-law, Walter Baas, brother-in-law, Donald Holliday, Jr.; and...
Jean Redfern
Mar 22, 2024
Jeanne M. Redfern, beloved wife of the late Russell W. Redfern passed away peacefully March 22, 2024, at the age of 97. Jeanne was born January 31, 1927, to Franklin Ryder and Helena (Nelson) Ryder. She is survived by her daughter Kristin Arim (Bill), three dearly loved grandchildren, Stephen Deckrow (Samantha), Dustin Deckrow (Nicole) and Katelyn Cousins (Brandon). Great Grandchildren;...
Phyllis Caroline Armould
Apr 15, 2024
Phyllis Caroline (Thier) Armould passed away surrounded by her children and sister on April 15, 2024 at the age of 86 after bravely battling a long hard fight with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born on September 25, 1937, in Petoskey, Michigan. Daughter of parents LeRoy C. Thier (1904-1976) and Violet E. (Stolt) Thier (1905-1999). Sister of Karen (Thier) Scadin, Alan...
Karl Dingman
Apr 15, 2024
Karl Hugh Dingman, 83, passed away on April 15, 2024. He was born March 12, 1941, to Glen and Martha "Bedewitz" Dingman in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 15, at the First Congregational Church of Central Lake. A time will be posted when it is available. A full obituary will appear in the near future. Arrangements...
Jeffery Howard Grody
Apr 14, 2024
Jeffery H. Grody, 59, of Mancelona, passed away suddenly, on April 14, 2024. Jeff was born on May 21, 1964, in Grand Rapids, MI, the son of Gordon and Catherine (Morningstar) Grody. He was a "people pleaser" and loved the outdoors, especially hunting, camping, fishing, and cookouts. He also had a love for music and playing the guitar.Surviving are...
Christine "Tina" Bowen
Apr 14, 2024
Christine "Tina" Marie Bowen, 72, of Charlevoix, formerly of Ann Arbor, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at her home. She was born on June 1, 1951, in Rossford, OH, the daughter of Thomas and Jeanne Hoffmann.A full obituary with services details will be posted in the near future.Arrangements are in the care of the Charlevoix Chapel of...
Marvin Lee Roskamp
Apr 11, 2024
Marvin L. Roskamp passed away April 11, 2024, five days short of his 91st birthday. He was born in Coopersville to Edward and Minnie (Terpstra) Roskamp.
He attended and graduated from Coopersville Public School. He joined the Air Force at 18 and served in the Korean War. Upon discharge he came back to Coopersville and met his future bride, Patricia (Bulliss)....
Roy "Dodie" Dozier
Apr 8, 2024
Roy Lee "Dodie" Dozier, 67, of Mancelona, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born on November 18, 1956, in Detroit, MI, the son of Roy Fred and Mary (Combs) Dozier.Roy is survived by his Fiancé, Treva Vassallo; his daughter Heather Dozier (Fiancé Michael Deur); his granddaughter, Bailey Deur "Bay Bay";...
James F. Allen
Apr 8, 2024
James “Jim” Allen, 90, of Mancelona, passed away peacefully on April 8th, in the compassionate care of Munson staff, with family at his side.
He was the 5th of 7 children born to parents Rex and Henrietta (Townsend) Allen of Mancelona. Of his youth, Jim said, “I don’t remember much but I think I must’ve had a pretty good time.”
After graduating...
Robert J Schultz Jr.
Apr 5, 2024
Robert J. Schultz Jr. 80, passed away Friday, April 5th, 2024. He was born May 13, 1943 in Pontiac the son of Robert Sr, and Mary (Trepasso) Schultz. He retired from the GM truck and coach division out of Pontiac after 38 years of dedicated service. Robert was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and scuba diving. He...
Charles Hebden
Apr 5, 2024
Charles “Chuck” Hebden, 88 of Bellaire, died peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility. He was born on May 30, 1935, in Echo Township, Michigan, the son of William and Clara (Weisler) Hebden.
On March 29, 1958, in Bellaire, Chuck married Sally (Molby) Hebden, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his children Lori...
Kathleen Lewis
Apr 5, 2024
Kathleen Lewis was born in Charlevoix on April 20, 1948 to Arthur and Martina (Tookolo) Lewis.
After graduating from Charlevoix High School, she attended San Jose Community College in San Jose California. Later, she also attended University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and North Central Michigan College in Petoskey.
She held many jobs throughout her years. Many people...
Carl Price
Apr 4, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Carl Richard Price at the age of 86. He passed away in his home in Charlevoix, MI, surrounded by his devoted and loving wife and family on April 4, 2024. Carl was born on June 25, 1937, in Bay Shore, MI, to his parents William and Thelma (Trautman)...
Rodney Morgan
Apr 3, 2024
Our beloved husband, brother, stepfather, and friends, left us for heaven on April 3, 2024. He was born on May 31, 1952, son of the late Martha and Hermon Morgan. He was the last of their twelve children, the baby of the family, and much loved.
Rodney graduated in 1970 from Davis High School in Yakima, WA, and received an AA...
Stacy A.C. Nelson
Apr 2, 2024
Stacy Allen-Christopher Nelson, 43, of Ellsworth, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. He was born on May 7, 1980, in Muskegon, MI, the son of Bruce Strickler and Cheryl Nelson.There are no services planned at this time.Arrangements are in the care of the Ellsworth Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Please sign his online guestbook at www.mortensenfuneralhomes.com
James P. McDowell
Mar 31, 2024
James Prescott McDowell, 76, of Central Lake, passed away peacefully at Meadow Brook Medical Care Facility on March 31, 2024, surrounded by family.
Jim was born on March 05, 1948, in Traverse City, MI, to James J. McDowell and Eunice (Johnston-McDowell) Empey.
He was a 1966 graduate of Central Lake High School. He played football, basketball, and baseball for the CLHS Trojans...
Daniel O'Connell
Mar 30, 2024
Daniel Patrick O'Connell, 77, entered into the presence of God, surrounded by family on March 30, 2024. He was born March 21, 1947, to Joseph and Pearl (Merschman) O'Connell in Lansing, Michigan. Dan worked many years at Anchor Danly, formerly known as Lamina. He loved his family and had an infectious personality that always made people feel welcome. He attended Freedom...
Beverly Dickinson
Mar 29, 2024
Beverly A. (Schlatter) Dickinson passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024, with family members by her side, at the age of 89.
She was born on May 23, 1934, to Floyd and Clara (Hayley) Schlatter in Bay City MI. She was raised in Bay City, where she graduated from Bay City Central High School and went on to graduate from Michigan...
John Monroe Frey
Mar 28, 2024
Environmental steward, conservationist, art and nature lover, actor and philanthropist John Monroe Frey passed away peacefully in his Charlevoix, Mich. home on March 28, 2024, surrounded by family. He was 84.
John’s roots ran deep in Michigan soil. Born and raised in East Grand Rapids, he lived his adult life on his beloved farm in Charlevoix, where he and his wife, Hilda, raised...
Arline Messano
Mar 27, 2024
Arline Joyce Messano, 83, of Bellaire, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. She was born on July 15, 1940, in Passaic, New Jersey, the daughter of Joseph Margaret (Seaman) Sislak.
Arline graduated from Clifton High School in Clifton, New Jersey, and quickly settled into the life of a homemaker after marrying...
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