Obituaries

Arthur Edward Clough

Arthur Edward Clough

Apr 2, 2023

Arthur Edward Clough, 65, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 2, 2023, after his battle with ALS.

Arthur, fondly known as Artie, was born to Arthur F. and Shirley Clough, on September 13, 1957, in Grayling, Michigan. He grew up living at the Crawford County Sheriff’s Office and after graduating...

David Michael Jarvi

David Michael Jarvi

Apr 1, 2023

On April 1, 2023  David Michael Jarvi passed away peacefully at his home in Grayling, Michigan surrounded by family and friends that loved him deeply.  David was born in Detroit, Michigan May 11, 1949. David was a beloved member of the Grayling community where he lived for the past 21 years with his wife Karen and their two trusty companions...

Katharina Klimmer

Katharina Klimmer

Mar 31, 2023

Katharina Klimmer, 81, of Grayling, passed away on March 31, 2023.   She was born on September 20, 1941 in Yugoslavia to the late Franz and Katharina Zimmermann. She was the widow of Thomas Klimmer, who passed away in 2007. Survived by: Daughter, Cyndi (Bob) Dikin of Roscommon and granddaughter Olivia. Sisters: Theresia (Jacob) Nowak of Bloomfield Hills; Magdalena (Lonnie) Lane...

Alvin Eugene Oldfield

Alvin Eugene Oldfield

Mar 25, 2023

Alvin Eugene Oldfield, 81, of Frederic, MI passed away at his home on Saturday, March 25, 2023.   Alvin was born in Highland Park, MI on October 5, 1941. His family was his life and he would definitely say that he lived a wonderful life. Many years ago, Alvin held "Eugene Tours" where he organized and listed everything to take place....

Dorothy JoAnn Kaiser

Dorothy JoAnn Kaiser

Mar 25, 2023

Dorothy JoAnn Kaiser, 80, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25, 2023.   Dorothy was born in Gary, IN on October 29, 1942 to John and Mary (Toby) Jankovich. She enjoyed St. Mary's Bingo nights and playing card games like Rummy.   Dorothy is survived by her children, Lisa (Nathan) Meyer, David (JoAnn) Kaiser, and Debra (Miranda Valle-Riestra) Kaiser;...

Kari Lin Backus (Robinson)

Kari Lin Backus (Robinson)

Mar 21, 2023

Kari Lin Backus (Robinson), 43, of Markey Twp, MI passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on March 21, 2023.   Kari is survived by her devoted husband, Jeff Backus; children, Chantel Stephen, Zane (Courtney) Backus, Logan Backus and Brice Backus; grandchildren, Leighton Backus, Nash Wood, and Rose Wood; parents, Larry & Nanci Robinson; sister, Robbi Robinson;...

John Earl Isenhauer

John Earl Isenhauer

Mar 19, 2023

John Earl Isenhauer, 82, of Grayling, passed away on March 19, 2023.

He was born to the late Earl and Katherine Isenhauer. He was preceded in death by his wife Lynn. John dearly loved his family, animals, and family gatherings. He was a hard worker with a strong work ethic. John was proud of time spent volunteering throughout his lifetime.

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Linda Lee Tatro

Linda Lee Tatro

Mar 18, 2023

Linda Lee Tatro, 62, of Lovells Township, passed away on March 18, 2023.

She was born in Pontiac, Michigan to Kenneth and Frida Francisco. She was married to William Loran Tatro for 43 years.

Survived by a son, David. Preceded in death by daughter Angela.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to...

Elizabeth Kay Johnson

Elizabeth Kay Johnson

Mar 16, 2023

Elizabeth Johnson, 81, of Maple Forest Township, passed away on March 16, 2023.   She was born in Grayling to the late Devine and Virginia Andersen. She married Lewis Henry Johnson on May 13, 1978.   She is survived by daughters Kimberlee (Terry) Shore of Florida and Sandra McIntyre of Grayling and 11 grandchildren. Preceded in death by her son Steve Johnson.  ...

David Laurence Hubbard

David Laurence Hubbard

Mar 13, 2023

Passing of David Laurence Hubbard, United States Army Veteran

25 April 1948 – 13 March 2023

David “Dave” Laurence Hubbard was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. He left this world to be with his beloved wife on Monday, March 13th at age 74.

Dave was preceded in death by his wife Bethany Ann Hubbard who died...

Michael Ray Wieland

Michael Ray Wieland

Mar 12, 2023

Michael R WielandAug 2, 1939-March 12, 2023

Son of Albert & Margaret Wieland passed away on Sunday March 12, 2023 at the age of 83. Mike was raised in Standish MI until joining the US Navy in Nov of 1957. Growing up he was active in sports including swimming, football and gymnastics, hunting, fishing, and skiing. After two years of...

Gloria Nadine Anglemyer

Gloria Nadine Anglemyer

Mar 11, 2023

Gloria N. Anglemyer, age 80, of Three Rivers, formerly of Grayling, died March 11, 2023 at home.  Gloria was born January 2, 1943 in Charlevoix, the daughter of Orville and Vina Hatfield.  She married Oliver L. Anglemyer April 27, 1974 in Grayling.

During her working years she was employed by the former Grayling Mercy Hospital as a dietician and worked...

William Brian Burrick

William Brian Burrick

Mar 10, 2023

William Brian Burrick, 65, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Friday, March 10, 2023.   Bill was born on March 6, 1958 in Pontiac, MI. He loved fishing, hunting, gardening and his John Deere tractor. He enjoyed feeding and watching the deer, birds, and other little animals around his home. Bill was also...

Gary Lyle Potter

Gary Lyle Potter

Mar 6, 2023

Gary Lyle Potter, age 67, of Grayling, MI passed away at his home on March 6, 2023.   Gary was born to George and Virgie (nee Hamlin) Potter on April 17, 1955 in Ann Arbor, MI. Gary graduated from high school and joined the Unites States Navy. After serving in the military, he moved to the Grayling area where he lived...

Edward Charles Robinson II

Edward Charles Robinson II

Mar 3, 2023

Edward Charles “Sonny” Robinson II passed away on March 3rd, 2023 at the age of 57.

He was born in Monroe, MI on September 1st, 1965. At a young age his family moved to Grayling, MI where he has resided, raising his family in the community. Sonny was an avid woodsman, hunter and fisherman. He learned these skills early...

James Roy Knight II

James Roy Knight II

Feb 28, 2023

James Roy Knight, II of Grayling passed away peacefully on February 28, 2023 surrounded by his loving family at the age of 53.

Jim was born May 27, 1969 in Quantico, Virginia. He graduated from Grayling High School in 1987 and spent most of his life in Grayling. The majority of his career was spent in healthcare where he...

David Frederick Smith, Jr.

David Frederick Smith, Jr.

Feb 28, 2023

David Frederick Smith, Jr., age 71, of Grayling, Michigan passed away from this life on February 28, 2023.   Dave was born on May 27, 1951 in Cass City, Michigan to David and Laura (Sammons) Smith, Sr. Dave entered the United States Army in 1971 until his honorable discharge in 1992 as Master Sergeant. He worked for Milltown Electric for 20+...

Nancy Ellen Hoffman

Nancy Ellen Hoffman

Feb 23, 2023

Nancy Hoffman, born Nancy Ellen Cox, peacefully passed away in her Grayling home the morning of February 23rd, 2023.

Nancy was born in Rochester Michigan to Grover and Lillian (Ackley) Cox on November 3, 1929. Her family moved to Mullett Lake, Pontiac, and eventually to Graying in 1945, while she was in High School.

Nancy was crowned Miss Grayling Winter...

Kim "Dale" Melroy

Kim "Dale" Melroy

Feb 23, 2023

Kim “Dale” Melroy passed away surrounded by family on February 23, 2023 at the age of 68 after courageously living with chronic kidney disease for 41 years, which included three kidney and a liver transplant. Dale was born to Clair and Eva Melroy in January of 1955, and was a lifelong resident of Grayling, graduating from Grayling High School and...

Yvonne Shirley Petersen

Yvonne Shirley Petersen

Feb 23, 2023

Yvonne (Mona) Petersen of Grayling passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 23, 2023 at the age of 64. She was born to Doug and Caroline Miller on July 28, 1958. She married John Petersen on August 24, 1996. Mona loved being a wife, mom and grandma. She liked yard sales and traveling with family. She loved bird watching...

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