Obituaries
William J Cox
Mar 21, 2024
*UPCOMING VISITATION & SERVICE*William J. Cox, age 90, of South Boardman, MI passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1934 to William A. and Lois R. (Coon) Cox in Frederic, MI. He loved farm animals, hunting, and guns. William was the sole survivor when all his brothers joined the military and went to war, leaving...
Barbara Faye (Clough) Verlinde
Jan 9, 2024
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Barbara Faye (Clough) VerlindeOctober 15, 1932 - January 9, 2024
October 15, 1932 in the small, Northern Michigan town of Grayling, a beautiful baby girl was born. Barbara Faye Clough, the third child of Arthur George and Lilian Azildia (Lamotte) Clough. She was a precocious child with sparkling, blue, half-moon eyes which she would one day pass on to...
Marie Theresa Hammond
May 16, 2024
Marie Theresa Hammond, 98, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at Munson Healthcare - Grayling Hospital.A complete obituary will published soon.Arrangements have been entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
Edwin John Rosa
May 16, 2024
Edwin John Rosa, 75, of Lovells, MI passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 16, 2024 at his home. Edwin was born on September 16, 1948, to Victor and Rose (Decaire) Rosa in Ypsilanti, MI. Edwin worked 43 ½ years for the C&O and B&O Railroad and had been retired for the last 12 years. Edwin was a member of St. Matthews...
William Franklin Burack
May 12, 2024
William Franklin Burack, 80, of Grayling, MI passed away at his home on May 12, 2024. William was born in Baltimore, MD on November 19, 1943 to his parents Alex and Dorothy (Miller) Burack. He enjoyed to hunt, fish, cook, eat and watch hockey. He also deeply loved and cared for his family.William's wishes were to be cremated. There will...
Thomas Gregory Brooks
May 9, 2024
Thomas Gregory Brooks, age 84 of Grayling, MI passed away at his home peacefully on May 9, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on January 13, 1940 to Arlie and Frances (White) Brooks in Cadillac, MI. He retired from the Michigan Army National Guard and served as a police officer for the City of Grayling Police Department. In retirement, he...
Joyce Mae Palmer
May 3, 2024
Joyce Mae Palmer, 82, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully with her two sons by her side on May 3, 2024 in Gaylord, MI.Joyce was born on March 3, 1942 to Donald and Hazel (McQuillen) Houk in Jackson, MI. Joyce worked for many years at the Ausable Free Clinic, Northern Lakes Community Mental Health, and Mercy Hospital. She was also...
Theresa "Terrie" Marie Smallwood
Apr 28, 2024
Theresa "Terrie" Marie Smallwood, 67, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on April 28, 2024.Terrie was born to Jack and Constance "Connie" (Partello) Tobias on October 12, 1956 in Detroit, MI. Terrie really enjoyed making Christmas cookies and making jelly. She worked for many years cutting wood with Lisa. She also spent time...
Lorraine Mary Failing
Apr 22, 2024
Lorraine Mary Failing, 77, of Grayling, MI passed away at home on April 22, 2024.
Lorraine was born in Grayling, MI to LeRoy Horace and Ann (Samkowiak) Failing On April 7, 1947. Lorraine was a generous supporter of the veterans groups. She loved dogs and collected cookie jars. During her time in Florida, her favorite thing to do was spend time...
Victor Ray Hatfield
Apr 19, 2024
Victor Ray Hatfield, 71, of Bear Lake Twp, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 19, 2024 after a long battle with cancer.Victor was born on March 1, 1953 in Lansing, MI to Louis and Audrey (LaCourse) Hatfield. Vic was a huge fan of the Detroit Tigers, U of M Football, and the Detroit...
James Alan Krist
Apr 10, 2024
James Alan Krist, age 71, of Bear Lake Township, MI passed away very unexpectedly on April 10, 2024 at his home.James was born on September 29, 1952 to Wesley and Virginia (Hofsess) Krist in Detroit, MI. He was a hard worker, enjoyed riding dirt bikes in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter and loved trail riding in his new...
Nancy Jane Marchywka
Apr 8, 2024
Nancy Jane (Troeger) Marchywka , age 91, of Grayling, MI died on April 7, 2024 at Wellspring Lutheran in Fairview, MI after a struggle with dementia and cancer.She was born on January 16,1933 in Grand Rapids, MI to George and Marion Troeger. She graduated from Wyoming High and spent most of her life in Westland, MI. She was married to...
David Clarence Longstaff, Sr.
Apr 6, 2024
David Clarence Longstaff, Sr. age 76, of Grayling, Michigan went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 6, 2024.
David was born to Clarence and Helen (Kushmaul) Longstaff in Adrian, Michigan on October 5, 1947. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Caroline (Pierce). David is survived by his wife Maria Longstaff; children, Deborah (Dan)...
Meredyth Loraine Dunnem
Apr 6, 2024
Meredyth Loraine Dunnem, age 68, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024. Meredyth was born on August 22, 1955 to Vernon and Oviagene (Smelly) Dunnem in Warren, MI. She was a very good person and would do anything for anyone. She lived a simple life and loved spending time with her family and loved ones. She...
Britny Leigh Schwartz
Apr 3, 2024
Britny Schwartz, beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on April 3, 2024 in Maple City, MI. She was born in Grayling, MI on September 20, 1990, to her loving parents Scott Schwartz and Sabrina Schwartz.Britny was a beacon of light to all who knew her. Her kind, compassionate nature and unwavering love touched the lives of many. She...
Michael Peter Welt
Mar 31, 2024
Michael Peter Welt, age 78, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2024. He was born to Everett and Shirley (Poet) Welt on April 28, 1945 in Wayne, MI. Mike started his career at Welt Oil Company in Belleville. Later he was employed by Wayne County Road Commission as a mechanic and worked on the plow...
Madeline Bernadette Heckerthorn
Mar 21, 2024
Madeline Bernadette Heckerthorn, age 95, of Grayling, MI passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at her home. Madeline was born on January 27, 1929 to Leo and Mae (Sosnowski) Kaznowski in Bay City, MI. She married William Henry Heckerthorn on July 24, 1950 in Bay City, MI. She was a wonderful cook, preparing many Polish recipes that her family...
Mary Lou Peterson
Mar 16, 2024
Mary Lou Peterson, Age 71, of Grayling, MI passed away on March 16, 2024 at Grayling Nursing and Rehabilitation.Mary was born on February 2, 1953 to Arthur and Rachel (Turner) Denewett in Grayling, MI. Mary had very strong faith and love for Jesus Christ and loved to read the Bible. She enjoyed helping family members in any way that she...
Walter Richard Pietrzyk
Mar 15, 2024
Walter Richard Pietrzyk age 89 of Grayling passed away March 15, 2024. He was born March 15, 1935, in Detroit the son of Walter and Viola (Guzik) Pietrzyk.
Walter served in the U.S. Army from 1961 until 1964. He worked in Construction most of his life and at one time owned his own Construction Company. Walter was a very skilled at...
Mark Randolph Potvin
Mar 12, 2024
Mark Randolph Potvin, Age 64, of Grayling, MI passed away on March 12, 2024 at Munson Healthcare - Grayling Hospital. Mark was born in Detroit, MI on February 12, 1960 to Norman Alfred and Bonnie Jean (Walling) Potvin. Mark loved his grandchildren and they were everything to him. He enjoyed playing guitar, being outdoors, and camping. He also enjoyed talking...
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