Obituaries
Louis Warder Smith
Dec 3, 2020
Louis W. Smith, 89, of Grayling, Michigan, died December 3, 2020. He was born in Grayling to Clara Louise and Jappe Frederick Smith, of Grayling. He is predeceased by his parents, sisters, Millie and Louis' twin, Sara, and brother, Sam. He is survived by a nephew, cousins, and many caring friends. Memorial services to be held at a future post-pandemic...
Michael David Weiss
Nov 30, 2020
Michael David Weiss, age 54, of Grayling, passed away November 30, 2020 from Covid 19. He was born in San Francisco, California, on July 14, 1966, to Robert Weiss and Penny Jones. Mike was a proud, decorated Army Veteran and served in Desert Storm. He was employed by Weyerhaeuser.
Mike met the love of his life, Andrea, in 2009. Mike...
Gil L. Ashton
Nov 26, 2020
Gil L. Ashton, 66, of Grayling, MI passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Gil was born in Jackson, MI to Richard and Betty (Wilson) Ashton.
Gil is survived by his wife April, sister Gayle (Dave), son Matthew (Alexis), daughter Alyssa (Nathan), step-children, Ian, Austin, and Kelsey Andrus, and grandchildren Mikaela, Talon, Ridge, Roan, and Selena. He...
Bernard Roy Feldhauser
Nov 24, 2020
Bernard Roy Feldhauser, 99, of Maple Forest Township, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 24, 2020.
Bernard was born on July 9, 1921 to Christine and Robert Feldhauser of Maple Forest Township. Bernard was a WWII veteran and a proud member of the Auburn Hills Post #143 American Legion for the last 60 years. He was...
Dr. Tyler W. Steffey
Nov 16, 2020
Dr. Tyler W Steffey was called home to heaven on Nov 16th. He died peacefully with his wife and family at his side. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He leaves behind his wonderful wife Katy, his parents: Jeff and Michele, brothers: Nicholas (Danielle) and Brent, and his beloved dogs: Kona and Benelli. Tyler received his doctorate...
Clarence Allen Papendick
Nov 13, 2020
Clarence Allen Papendick, 94, of Grayling, went straight to heaven on Friday, November 13, 2020; his passing was sudden and quick, just as he always wanted.
Born to Eugene and Ida (Newell) Papendick, Clarence was the first of four children and resided in Grayling until the age of 17 when he joined the U.S. Navy during WWII. He sailed on...
Maurine "JANE" Larson
Nov 9, 2020
Maurine “Jane” Larson, 76, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2020 in Traverse City, MI after a lengthy illness. She was born on December 10, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Maurice Griffin and Ruby Elinor (Bickel) O’Connor II.
Jane grew up in Bedford, Iowa. She graduated from Bedford High School in 1962. After high school she attended the University of...
Elizabeth Ann Pamerleau
Nov 8, 2020
Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Pamerleau, 103, of Grayling, passed away on November 8, 2020 in Grayling.
Betty was born August 31, 1917 in Flint, Michigan to Sarah and John Waite. On April 20, 1938, she married George R. Pamerleau in St. Michael's Church, Flint, Michigan. Betty was an R.S.V.P volunteer for 31 years; an American Red Cross Blood Services volunteer for...
Brian Ray Owen
Nov 3, 2020
Brian Ray Owen, 61, of Grayling passed away peacefully November 3, 2020.
Brian was born to Robert and Julia (Durham) Owen in Pontiac, MI on January 26, 1959. Brian was a very hard working man and he loved life. He enjoyed going to the American Legion and being with "The Guys". He will be dearly missed.
Brian is survived by...
Thomas A. Denno
Nov 2, 2020
Thomas A. Denno, 79, of Frederic, passed away on Monday, November 02, 2020.
Tom was born in Grayling, Michigan on June 29, 1941, to Raymond & Elsie (Galloway) Denno. He attended school in Grayling and would end up working in the Tree business. Thomas Denno married Ann Hulbert on February 23,1973. Tom was self-employed for many years as he ran...
Elmer Alfred Trombley
Oct 31, 2020
Elmer Alfred Trombley, 91, of Grayling, MI passed away October 31, 2020.
Elmer was born to Eli and Eva (Sterling) Trombley in Flint, MI on July 11, 1929. Elmer served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and also worked as a line worker at General Motors. Elmer enjoyed yardwork, gardening, woodworking, and going to the casino. Most...
Kenneth Dean Money
Oct 28, 2020
Kenneth Money, 85, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on October 28, 2020. He was born to Ralph and Glennie (Smith) Money September 3, 1935. He married the former Carol Elaine Polmanteer on June 2, 1956.
Kenneth is survived by his children, Patrick Money of Grayling, Michael (Sara) Money of Castle Rock, CO, Jack (Michelle) Money of Grayling, Joel (Teresa)...
Marjorie Elizabeth Cooper
Oct 18, 2020
Marjorie Elizabeth Cooper, 83, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Sunday, October 18, 2020.
Marjorie was born to Henry Charles and Alice (Murphy) Houghton in Boston, MA on January 25, 1937. Marjorie enjoyed baking and cooking. She was an avid reader, loved the beach, and loved listening to music. Most of all she loved...
Patricia Nellie Letts
Oct 18, 2020
Patricia Nellie (Maxwell) Letts, 65, of Owasso Michigan passed peacefully at a long term care facility in Jefferson City Tennessee October 18, 2020.
Patricia was raised in Grayling MI by her mother Barbara Bunker and Howard L Bunker Sr (deceased). She graduated from Grayling High School in 1973 and graduated from Kirtland Community College, receiving an Associate’s degree in Accounting. ...
Delores Ellen Kinsora
Oct 16, 2020
Delores Kinsora, 90, of Grayling, MI passed away on October 16, 2020.
She was born in Grayling, Michigan on March 27, 1930 to the late Rex Aaron and Ruby Angeline (Dyer)Chappel. Delores was married to Jack James Kinsora for 67 years before he preceded her in death in 2019.
Delores is survived by her children: Deborah (Jon) Cerrito of Waterford,...
Cheryl Lynn Arwood
Oct 13, 2020
Cheryl Lynn Arwood, 63, of Grayling, MI passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2020.Cheryl was born in Lansing, MI to Aubrey "Fred" and Lois "Jean" (Crossgrove) Arwood on November 30, 1956. When Cheryl was 8, her family moved to Grayling which is where her heart would always stay. She married Dean Sova and they shared 16 years together. She lived in...
Margaret Mary Gunsell
Oct 9, 2020
Margaret Gunsell, 75, of Frederic passed away peacefully at home October 9, 2020.
Margaret was born January 29, 1945 to William Gordon Spurrier and Evelyn Kadlitz in Detroit. Margaret was married to Edward Gunsell for 51 years. As a social worker she managed group homes and a boys group. She loved taking care of people and helping those in need....
Donna Jean Cheney
Oct 5, 2020
Donna Cheney, 72, of Lovells Township, passed away on October 5, 2020.
She was born in Clinton, Ohio on June 4, 1948 to the late Harry and Ada (Wandless) Mercer. Donna married Peyton Cheney on October 28, 1967 in Clinton, Ohio. Donna was a member of Johannesburg Christian Church. She loved reading her Bible. Donna loved sending and receiving cards....
Willard Edwin Pfaff
Sep 21, 2020
Willard Edwin Pfaff, 87, of Grayling, passed away on September 21, 2020.
He was born on November 27, 1932 in Alpena, Michigan to the late Bruno and Josephine (Sines) Pfaff. Willard was married to the former Phyllis Marie Babcock for 57 years before she preceded him in death in 2018.
He served in the US Army. Willard was retired from...
Roy Conrad Wehnes
Sep 20, 2020
Roy Conrad Wehnes, 97, of South Branch Township, passed away on September 20, 2020.
He was born in Eldorado on July 4, 1923 to the late Conrad and Katie (Lamm) Wehnes. Roy served in the US Army during WWII. He was preceded in death in 2002 by his wife Genevieve after 41 years of marriage. Roy was retired from GM...
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