Obituaries
Mary Ellen Coy
Dec 14, 2024
Mary Ellen Coy, age 89, of Maple Forest Twp, MI passed away peacefully at Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Mary was born on October 18, 1935 to John and Helena (Carter) Millard in Maple Valley Twp. While holding the title as family matriarch she wore many other hats over the years as well. She was a chairman...
Ceriel Morris VanDeCasteele
Dec 10, 2024
Ceriel Morris VanDeCasteele, age 95, of Grayling, formerly of Wacousta, MI, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024 in St. Joseph, MI.
Ceriel was born on January 3, 1929 to George and Marie (Meganck) VanDeCasteele in Detroit, MI. He worked at Motor Wheel for many years until his retirement. He had a knack for cooking. He and his wife Emogene ran...
Helen Southgate Nicholas
Dec 2, 2024
Helen Southgate Nicholas
October 7, 1936 – December 2, 2024
Helen Southgate Nicholas, 88, of Grayling, Michigan passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024 with her adoring family at her side surrounding her in love, music and storytelling.
Helen was born on October 7, 1936 in Pontiac, Michigan to her beloved parents, Robert and Ruth Southgate. She, along with her older brother...
Donald Albert Stokes
Nov 30, 2024
Donald Albert Stokes, 81, of Grayling, MI and formerly of Lapeer, MI passed away unexpectedly at home on November 30, 2024.
Don was born to Manford and Alice (Shook) Stokes in Lapeer, MI on October 1, 1943. He married the love of his life, Linda Loomis, in June, 1964. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Linda Stokes; children,...
James "Jamey" Richard Owens
Nov 29, 2024
James "Jamey" Richard Owens, age 51, of Frederic, MI passed away suddenly on November 29, 2024.
Jamey was born on March 21, 1973 in Grayling, MI to Conrad "Buck" and RoseAnn (Armstrong) Owens. He worked for 25 years at the Frederic Fire Dept. Jamey had an adventurous spirit. He enjoyed kayaking, scuba diving, hunting, photography, and hiking around the National Parks....
Ashley Micah Nylund
Nov 27, 2024
Ashley Micah Nylund (TURBO), age 40, of Grayling, MI, passed away unexpectedly on November 27, 2024 at his home.
Ashley was born on February 28, 1984 in Iron Mountain MI.
Ashley enjoyed hard work and getting out in nature. He was a free spirit, would do anything for anyone and loved deeply and unconditionally. He enjoyed waving the American Flags on street...
William B. Rowe
Nov 27, 2024
William B. Rowe, age 87, of Canton, MI and formerly of Grayling, MI died at Trinity Health Livonia Hospital on November 27, 2024.
William was born to Jesse and Doris (Raby) Rowe in West Branch, MI on December 4, 1936. A memorial service will be announced at a date in the near future.
Bill is survived by his three children, Carol (Joe)...
Mary Jane Swanson
Nov 20, 2024
Mary "Jane" Swanson (Hinkle), age 62, of Grayling, MI passed away unexpectedly on November 20, 2024 in her home.
Jane was born on July 11, 1962 in Grayling, MI to Bernard Emery and Barbara Grace (Dunckley) Hinkle. She was a crafting "queen", always doing something creative like jewelry making and craft shows. She enjoyed playing card games and poker which she...
Jeffrey Steven Olson
Nov 18, 2024
Jeffrey Steven Olson, age 55, of Petoskey, MI passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Jeffrey was born to Steven and Helen (Doonan) Olson in Grayling, MI on July 24, 1969. Jeff received his Bachelor's Degree after attending first Ferris State University and finishing at Central Michigan University. He enjoyed watching his TV programs and caring for animals. His favorite...
Foster Enoch Burke
Nov 16, 2024
Foster Enoch Burke, age 82, of Lovells Twp, MI passed away at home on November 16, 2024.
Foster was born to Arlin and Willie Ann (nee Maggard) Burke in Dorton, KY on March 25, 1942. Foster worked for many years and retired from Ford Motor Company. He was a happy easy-outgoing guy who always had a smile on his face. He...
Sandra B. Hose
Nov 6, 2024
Sandra B. Hose, 88, of Grayling and formerly of Houghton Lake passed away peacefully at Grayling Nursing and Rehabilitation Community on November 6, 2024.
Sandra was born to Bryan and Hilda (Foor) Newell on October 15, 1936 in Grayling, Michigan. Sandra loved spending time with her family and friends and she never met a stranger; was always kind and open to...
Arlene Mae Czuba
Nov 3, 2024
Arlene Mae Czuba, age 94, of Grayling passed away on November 3, 2024. She was born on May 18, 1930 in St. Charles, MI to Howard E. and Alice (Richmond) Albers.
She graduated from St. Charles High School in June of 1947. She completed a small business machines course which resulted in employment at C & O Railroad and also Wickes...
Dorthea Carlson
Oct 29, 2024
Dorthea (Stearns) Carlson, 81, of Grayling, passed away on October 29, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.
Dorthea was born on June 18, 1943, in Saginaw to James and Valerie (Prosser) Stearns. She and Hallis (Hal) Carlson were joined in marriage on June 25, 1960, in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Following their marriage, Dorthea worked several positions, including as a tax preparer for...
Jeanette Marie Allison
Oct 27, 2024
Jeanette Marie Allison, 88, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on October 27, 2024.
Jeanette was born in Grayling to her parents David and Marguerite (Denewett) Cook on June 23, 1936. In life, she enjoyed cooking, baking, hunting, and going for rides in the woods. She spent time crocheting and also liked to...
Timothy William Nolan
Oct 25, 2024
Tim Nolan, aged 51, of Lansing, Michigan, died on October 25, 2024. He was a dear friend, a loving father, husband, brother, nephew, cousin, and son.
Tim was born on December 31, 1972, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. His parents were William Leo Nolan (deceased 1972), Florence Ardis Hough (deceased 2017), and Dr. James A. Hough, of Grayling. He had a sister,...
Raymond H. Folkmier
Oct 17, 2024
Raymond H. Folkmier, 89, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on October 17, 2024 at Munson Healthcare - Grayling Hospital.
Ray was born in Detroit, MI to Ernest and Sarah (Cortright) Folkmier on September 29, 1935. Ray married Evelyn Andersen on August 30, 1958. Together they raised 4 children, Lori, Dave, Linda and Tom. Ray proudly served...
Curtis James Casemier
Oct 13, 2024
Curtis James Casemier, 77, of Petoskey passed away peacefully at The Brook in Grayling Michigan on October 13, 2024 after a battle with Alzheimer’s. Curt was born on May 14,1947 in Grand Rapids to Kenneth and Virginia (Glanton) Casemier. Curt grew up in Holland Michigan until the summer before his senior year in high school when his family moved to...
Sandra K. Coe
Oct 10, 2024
Sandra K. Coe (Sandy) passed away on October 10, 2024 after a long battle with cancer.Sandy was born on October 20, 1947 in Mt Pleasant, Michigan. She moved to Grayling in 2000. She co-owned and operated Fay’s Motel until 2020, when the business was sold. Sandy served on local boards, volunteered with AuSable Valley Snowmobile Association, sponsored many Canoe Marathon...
Kathryn Emma Turner
Oct 8, 2024
A celebration of life for Kathryn E. Turner (Walter), 91, of Gaylord will be held at 11 am, Thursday, November 21, 2024, at St James Cornelius & Cyprian, 1010 S Lansing St, Mason MI. A luncheon will be provided by the Women’s Club immediately following the service.
Kathryn returned home to the lord on October 8th shortly after hip surgery. She...
Scott Coleman Wells
Oct 6, 2024
Scott Coleman Wells, 60, of Grayling, MI passed away at his home on October 6, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Scott was born on December 14, 1963 in Paintsville, KY to Ronald and Peggy Jean (Stapleton) Wells. He was a man who loved motorcycles and belonged to numerous motorcycle clubs over the years which resulted in meeting many biker friends. He...
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