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Obituaries

Shirley Jean Beechler

Shirley Jean Beechler

May 3, 2024

Shirley Beechler, 86 of Gaylord, passed away at home on Friday, May 3, 2024.  In keeping with her wishes, her family will remember her privately.

Judy Marie Martin

Judy Marie Martin

May 2, 2024

Judy Marie Martin, 63 of Topinabee, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.  Her family has chosen to remember her privately.

Paul Robert Myer

Paul Robert Myer

Apr 26, 2024

Paul Robert Myer, 64 of Roscommon, passed away at home on Friday, April 26, 2024.  His family will remember him privately.

Maxine J Miller

Maxine J Miller

Apr 25, 2024

Maxine Joann Miller, 88 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Woodland Acres Assisted Living. Born on May 21, 1935, in Manton, she was the daughter of Orlo and Dorothy (Wardell) Brown.

On March 10, 1950, she married the love of her life, Eugene. They created a beautiful life together, raising three sons. Maxine enjoyed quilting, going to garage...

Virginia H. Sims

Virginia H. Sims

Apr 23, 2024

Virginia H. Sims, 69 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at Munson Healthcare Otsego Memorial Hospital.The family has chosen to remember her privately. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

Dawn Osborne

Dawn Osborne

Apr 22, 2024

Dawn Osborne, 77 of Roscommon, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024 at home. Memorial service details are incomplete at this time.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below.

Derek Everett Johnson

Derek Everett Johnson

Apr 16, 2024

Derek Everett Johnson, age 49, passed away on April 16, 2024, at his residence in Petoskey. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family. 

Derek was born on Dec. 24, 1974, at Marquette General Hospital in Marquette, Michigan, to Lyn and Jean Ann Johnson. He was one of six children: twin brothers Jeffrey and Jason, brother Matthew,...

James Patrick "JP" Zassadney

James Patrick "JP" Zassadney

Apr 15, 2024

James Patrick Zassadney, affectionately known as JP, left this world suddenly on April 15, 2024, leaving behind a profound void in the hearts of his family and friends. He was born on February 3, 2020, in Gaylord, MI. 

JP's vibrant personality was a radiant force in the lives of those around him. His infectious laugh, his rawr like a dinosaur, and...

Lacey Ranee Churches

Lacey Ranee Churches

Apr 15, 2024

Lacey Ranee Churches, 32 of Gaylord, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, April 15, 2024

 

Born in Gaylord on December 21, 1991, she is the daughter of Gary and Donna (Robinson) Churches.  She spent her life in Vanderbilt and Gaylord.

 

Lacey enjoyed camping, fishing, trips to the upper peninsula, and cooking.  She loved her family and spending time with them at...

Carla Rae Bischoff

Carla Rae Bischoff

Apr 14, 2024

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of our beloved Carla Rae (Boening) Bischoff, of Petoskey, MI. She entered the path to eternal life, surrounded by her family on Sunday April 14, 2024, after a short battle with cancer at the age of 69. 

From Carla’s early to mid-teens, she spent countless hours practicing for the figure skating competitions...

James Gerald Kunisch

James Gerald Kunisch

Apr 11, 2024

James (Jim) Gerald Kunisch, 78, passed away on April 11,2024 at his home in Gaylord, MI. 

Jim was born on January 9, 1946, to Norman and Esther Kunisch in Sebewaing, MI. After graduating from Sebewaing High School in 1964, Jim attended Central Michigan University and graduated with a BS in Biology. After graduation he joined the family business, Kunisch Clothing, and...

Kathy L. Pientak

Kathy L. Pientak

Apr 10, 2024

Kathy L. Pientak, 68 of Gaylord, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on her guestbook below. 

Christina Marie Lott

Christina Marie Lott

Apr 9, 2024

Our Angel on earth, Christina Marie Lott (Stauble) has left this world for holier pastures on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.  At only 48 years old, Christina was a joy that will not soon be forgotten.  She was born August 14, 1975, in Pontiac, Michigan to Cherylynn and Michael Stauble. With eyes as blue as the sky and love just as vast,...

Frances Carol Dipzinski

Frances Carol Dipzinski

Apr 9, 2024

Frances Carol Dipzinski, 79 of Gaylord, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Aspen Ridge. Born on July 9, 1944, in Detroit, she was the daughter of John and Julia Erjavac (Stajniger).

Frances grew up in Harper Woods, MI, where she attended St. Jude Grade School and was a graduate of Regina High School and then became a beautician. She then...

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer

Apr 8, 2024

Margaret Ann Hamilton Greer of Gaylord, MI moved on to her final home with her Lord on April 8, 2024.  She thrived as she lived for the Lord, and benefited beautifully, for Him, herself, and others, from the time she came to know Him, through the rest of her days.

Mrs. Greer attended Blue Mountain Girls College in Tennessee and Baylor...

Darlene M. Olund

Darlene M. Olund

Apr 6, 2024

Darlene M. Olund (Doll), 72 of Gaylord, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2024, at home. Born in Gaylord on February 3, 1952, she was the daughter of Steven and Anna Berlinski (Szczesna). 

 

On July 15, 1972, she married the love of her life, Bob. For over 20 years she was a beautician in Gaylord. Darlene enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, spending time...

Carolyn Ann Cloutier

Carolyn Ann Cloutier

Apr 6, 2024

Carolyn Ann Cloutier, 88 of Boyne City, formerly of Harbor Springs passed away on April 6, 2024.   She was a loving daughter, wife, sister and aunt.

Carolyn was born on January 18, 1936, in Ecorse Michigan to parents Ida and Edward Daniel Smith. She was a graduate of Ecorse High School and was a long-time employee of Ford Motor Company...

Robert LaLond

Robert LaLond

Apr 5, 2024

Robert LaLond, 68 of Cheboygan, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024 at Golden Beach Manor. 

The family has chosen to remember him privately.

 Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his guestbook below. 

Kenneth J. Schneider

Kenneth J. Schneider

Apr 4, 2024

Kenneth James Schneider, 51 of Gaylord, passed away at home with his family on Thursday, April 4, 2024.Born on October 15, 1972, in West Branch, he is the son of Ervin and Beverly (Grezeszak) Schneider.  After graduating from Ogemaw Heights High School, he went on to receive an associate degree in welding and mechanical drawing from Kirtland Community College.He worked...

Jolee A. Nelson

Jolee A. Nelson

Apr 4, 2024

Jolee A. Nelson, 67 of Gaylord, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024 at home.The family has chosen to remember her privately.Please share your memories and personal messages with the family on his website below. 

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