Obituaries

Junior Edsel Palmer

Junior Edsel Palmer

Jan 4, 2023

Junior Edsel Palmer, 98, of Grayling, Mi passed away peacefully at his home on January 4, 2023.   Junior was born to Sanford and Doris (Deckrow) Palmer on April 15, 1924 in Bay City, MI. Junior loved to travel, hunt, fish and go gold mining in Alaska (where he traveled 4 times by motorcycle). For many years, the last 2 weeks...

William Edward Wolfe

William Edward Wolfe

Jan 3, 2023

William Edward Wolfe, 74, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 3, 2023.   Willaim was born to William and Betty (Taylor) Wolfe on August 26, 1948 in Highland Park, MI. He loved to hunt, fish and do some traveling; he especially wanted to take another trip to Hawaii. He loved to laugh and have a good...

Jerry Smallwood

Jerry Smallwood

Jan 2, 2023

Jerry Smallwood, 64, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on January 2, 2023.

Jerry was born to Kermit and Dortha (Cable) Smallwood in Trenton, MI on September 29, 1958. Jerry was a master carpenter. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and could build just about anything.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Terrie Smallwood; children, Jeremy (Teresa) Smallwood, Joseph (Alyson)...

Albert "Mike" Raymond Ingalls

Albert "Mike" Raymond Ingalls

Jan 2, 2023

Albert "Mike" Raymond Ingalls, 86, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 2, 2023.   Mike was born to Clarence and Julia (Wright) Ingalls in Flint, Michigan on January 9, 1936. In Mike's younger years, he belonged to the Boy Scouts and was assistant explore leader to Vernon Kietzman. Mike was married to Joyce Kietzman on September...

Thomas Harold Beaulieu

Thomas Harold Beaulieu

Dec 30, 2022

Thomas Harold Beaulieu, 57, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, December 30, 2022.

Thomas was born to Harold and Dorothy (Olejniczak) Beaulieu on February 16, 1965 in Alpena, MI.

In accordance with Thomas's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no public services at this time.

Arrangements by Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral...

Donald Harlan Lepper

Donald Harlan Lepper

Dec 27, 2022

Donald Harlan Lepper, 73, of Grayling, MI passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, December 27, 2022.

Don was born in Ypsilanti, MI on December 27, 1949 to Harlan and Elizabeth (Duty) Lepper.

He is survived by his wife Linda (Missant) Lepper, his son Scott (Lorie - spouse) Lepper and Christopher (Amanda - spouse) Lepper, daughter Shannon (Joseph - Spouse)...

Alma Alice Mitchell

Alma Alice Mitchell

Dec 23, 2022

Alma Alice Mitchell, 98, of Frederic, MI passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on December 23, 2022.   Alma was born on December 13, 1924 in Frederic to the late Otis and Alice (Johnson) Weaver.   Survived by her children: Michele (Ron) Stanley; Mark (Sheri) Mitchell; and Martha (Pete) VanNuck all of Frederic. Grandchildren: Michael (Heather) Marelich; Marcus (Amy) Marelich; Alicia...

Kishor Kumar C Patel

Kishor Kumar C Patel

Dec 20, 2022

Kishor Kumar C. Patel, 59, of Grayling, MI passed away on December 20, 2022.

Kishor was born October 27, 1963 to Jashuben Patel in India. He worked for many years as the Days Inn owner/manager in Grayling, MI.

Kishor is survived by his wife, Gita Patel; and children, Hemal Patel, Amar Patel and Ankur Patel. He is preceded in death...

Kathleen Ann Hughes

Kathleen Ann Hughes

Dec 17, 2022

Kathleen Ann Hughes, 78, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 17, 2022.   Kathleen was born to Robert and Louise McCall in Port Clinton, OH on July 15, 1944. She enjoyed spending much of her time gardening. She volunteered her time to Mercy Manor and 4H. She was a member of the Garden Club and also was involved...

Dennis Russell Springer

Dennis Russell Springer

Dec 15, 2022

Dennis Russell Springer, 75, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully in his home with family by his side on Thursday, December 15, 2022.

Dennis was born to Russell and Madeline (Farnsworth) Springer in Mt. Pleasant, MI on December 13, 1947. Dennis was always known to be an avid fisherman and outdoors man. He was dearly loved and is going to...

Joan Lucille Miller

Joan Lucille Miller

Dec 14, 2022

Joan Lucille Miller, 85, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 14, 2022.

Joan was born to Pearl and Sophie (Stenger) Loper in Flint, MI on July 17, 1937. She loved attending Heritage Baptist Church in Grayling and was very involved with bible study and book club. Joan also sat on the board of Crawford...

Rob Friday

Rob Friday

Dec 13, 2022

Rob Friday - 11.2.79 - 12.13.22. Friday was born in Adrian Michigan and called St. Helen home. He was a lifelong Michigander and a graduate of Roscommon High School. He attended Kirtland Community College.

Every moment in Friday’s life he was crafting his legacy, and often spoke of what he would leave behind. He personalized everything he touched because...

Julie Marie Doremire

Julie Marie Doremire

Dec 10, 2022

Julie Marie Doremire, 62, of Grayling passed away peacefully surrounded by her mother and her extended family at the Jones Lake AFC Home Saturday, December 10, 2022.

 Julie was born to Llwyn (Tony) and Diana Doremire in Grayling, Mi on November 24, 1960.  Julie attended the SMI classroom through COOR ISD in Roscommon until her graduation at the age of...

Harold "Butch" D. Adams

Harold "Butch" D. Adams

Dec 7, 2022

Harold "Butch" David Adams (74) of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.   Butch was born to Donald and Shirley (Blake) Adams in Detroit, MI on November 3, 1948. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He was a proud member of the Operator's Union Local 324. He enjoyed spending...

Nicholas Thomas Harmer

Nicholas Thomas Harmer

Dec 6, 2022

Nicholas Thomas Harmer, 42, of Frederic, MI passed away on December 6, 2022. He was born to Maggie Schreiner and the late Michael Harmer.

Nick was a very humble giving person with a big heart. He did his best to help others. Nick's love for his family helped sustain him through everything. Nora and Bennett were a joy to...

Brenda Lee Morris

Brenda Lee Morris

Dec 1, 2022

Brenda Lee Morris, 64, of Grayling left this world to be with her Lord & Savior on December 5, 2022.   Brenda is survived by her daughter, Nerissa (Jess) Fairbotham; grandchildren, Zoey Fairbotham and Caleb Fairbotham; siblings, Corrine (Billy) Ullery, Fred (Debbie) Harlow and Sheery Evilsizer. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Morris; her parents, Fred and Sheery...

Joseph Jerry Loibl

Joseph Jerry Loibl

Nov 18, 2022

Joseph Jerry Loibl of Graying, MI, passed away Friday November 18, 2022 at age 88.

Joseph was born in Saginaw on July 8, 1934 to the late Joseph and Amanda (Wright) Loibl.  He attended Arthur Hill High School.  He was Veteran of the U.S Navy and member of the National Association of Atomic Veterans.  Joseph retired from Buick Motor Division...

Michelle Kay Spicer

Michelle Kay Spicer

Nov 14, 2022

Michelle Kay Spicer, 61, of Grayling passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022.   Michelle was born to Ronald and Linda (Sebring) Koperski in Huntsville, AL on December 17, 1960. She is preceded in death by her parents and her beautiful daughter, Rebecca Spicer.   Michelle enjoyed arts & crafts, baking, and cooking. She worked as a restaurant manager for many years....

Matthew Carter Lewis

Matthew Carter Lewis

Nov 13, 2022

Matthew Carter Lewis, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 13, 2022 in Las Vegas, NV.   Matt was born on October 19, 1982 to Earl and Darlene (Thomas) Lewis in Pontiac, MI. Matthew grew up in the Lake Orion/Pontiac area. He was a typical boy growing up, running through the woods and shooting BB guns. He at one time had...

Daniel Ernest Stocker

Daniel Ernest Stocker

Nov 11, 2022

Daniel Ernest Stocker, 80, of Grayling, MI passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 11, 2022. Daniel was born on March 10, 1942 in Pontiac, MI to Ernest and Helen (Reed) Stocker. Daniel married Ruth A Watts on August 4, 1962. The two of them just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Dan and Ruth had three children together.  Daniel (Jessica) Stocker...

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