Obituaries
Marie S Mroczek
Sep 7, 2025
Marie S. Mroczek, 76, of Harrisville, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025 at her home.
Born September 10, 1948 to Richard H. and Helen E. (McCann) Scales in Everett, Washington, she was raised in Lynwood, Washington. She worked as an accountant, and retired to Harrisville in 2011. Her sense of wanderlust led her all over the country with her husband of...
Lars Nordberg
Aug 31, 2025
With great sadness we share the unexpected passing of Lars Nordberg, age 58, of Rochester, Michigan, beloved son, brother, father, fiancé, uncle, community and business member, who left us on August 31, 2025 at his cherished retreat of Lost Lake Woods Club in Lincoln, Michigan. Lars was born in Pontiac, Michigan on December 5, 1966, to John and Dianne Nordberg...
Don Garland
Aug 29, 2025
Mr. Don Garland, 62, of Curran, MI, passed away Friday evening, August 29, 2025 at his home. He was born May 28, 1963 in Barbourville, the son of the late Andy and Shirley Jean McQuinnis Garland.
Don was a steel manufacturing employee and believed in the Pentecostal faith. He loved being out of doors and deer hunting. Raising his son James...
Reeta A. Schroeder
Aug 19, 2025
Reeta A. Schroeder, 97, of Harrisville, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Born June 12, 1928, to Stuart and Clara (McConnell) Conklin in Harrisville, she was raised there. Reeta worked as an X-Ray Technician at Mercy Hospital in Bay City. She married Edward Schroeder on June 25, 1949 in Harrisville. She was the Matron of Alcona County upon Ed’s election to...
Gary Truman
Aug 17, 2025
Gary James Truman, a cherished father, son, brother, husband, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in his hometown of Harrisville, Michigan. Born on October 6, 1964, Gary lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Known for his keen sense of humor, sharp mind, and ability to find joy in...
Ronald Ellsworth
Aug 17, 2025
Ronald Ellsworth, 71, of Harrisville, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Born August 10, 1954, to Truman and Eleanora (Malcom) Ellsworth in El Paso, Texas, he was raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Ron proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a Small Arms Expert and received the Marksmanship Ribbon. Throughout...
Lila J. Wetenhall
Aug 11, 2025
Lila J. Wetenhall, 89, of Oscoda, formerly of Millington, went home to be with the Lord on August 11, 2025.
Lila was born April 30, 1936 at home in Millington. She married Thomas Wetenhall on December 7, 1977 in Flint Michigan. Lila loved to fish, paint, read books, and care for her many pets. She loved her Bill W. family which...
Paul J. Boyce
Aug 10, 2025
Paul J. Boyce, 63, of Emmett, MI, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025.
Born May 17, 1962 to Thomas and Rita “Rica” (Grill) Boyce in Detroit, he was raised in Shelby Township. Paul graduated from Eisenhower High School, and enjoyed a long career at Johnson Controls. He liked the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, boating and four wheeling. Most of all he...
Ruth Ward
Aug 9, 2025
Alice Ruth Ward, 93, of Oscoda, passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025.
Born June 6, 1932, to George and Ruby (Stewart) Wissmiller in Greenbush, she was raised in Alcona County. On September 22, 1951, she married Arnold Ward in Mikado. They were residents of Greenbush before moving to Flint. A devoted homemaker, Ruth loved cooking and baking, and was known for...
Janet S. Higgins
Jul 31, 2025
On July 31, 2025, Janet Sharon (Somers) Higgins passed away at Maple Grove Adult Foster Care in Barton City, MI. Born in Harrisville, MI on May 12, 1942, she lived near her family homestead for the entirety of her 83 years.
During her childhood, Janet was very active in the St. Anne’s Catholic Church, but could also be found working alongside...
Gerald "Bud" Girard
Jul 30, 2025
Gerald L. "Bud" Girard, 80, of Harrisville, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
Born May 15, 1945, to Russel and Elizabeth (Getchel) Girard in Mt. Clemens, MI, where he was raised. Bud worked as a Deputy for the Macomb County Sheriff's Department. He retired in 1995 after 25 years of service. Upon his retirement, he and his wife, Millie, retired to...
Vivian M. Thum
Jul 30, 2025
Vivian M. Thum, 89, of Mikado, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Maple Grove Adult Foster Care in Barton City.
Born November 10, 1935, to Austin and Olive (Procunier) Emerson in Harrisville, she has been a lifelong resident of the area. On June 6, 1959 she married Franz Thum. A devoted homemaker, Vivian loved embroidery and tending to her garden....
Angela K. Gordy
Jul 28, 2025
Angela K. Gordy, 46, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025.
Angela was born October 24, 1978 in Washington D.C. She was raised in Maryland, and was a resident of Idaho, Utah, and Michigan. She loved music, boating and tending to her garden. Most of all, she loved her family, especially her children.
She is survived by her son, Seth (Kodie) Horvath of...
Skip Wilkins
Jul 24, 2025
Walter D. “Skip” Wilkins, 78, of Oscoda, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.
Born December 21, 1946 to Walter and Jean (Droste) Wilkins in Mount Clemens, he was raised there. Skip attended L’Anse Creuse High School, and earned his Bachelor’s degree from Northwood University. He served in the...
Ross P. Arseneau
Jul 14, 2025
Ross P. Arseneau, 82, of Harrisville, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025 at his home.
Born August 16, 1942, to Philip and Ida (De Clark) Arseneau in Detroit, MI, he was raised in Warren. Ross served in the U.S. Army in the 3rd Armored Division and was stationed in Germany. On June 5, 1962, he married Erika Eichelberger in Switzerland. After...
LeRoy John Schram
Jul 11, 2025
LeRoy John Schram, 85, of Webberville, formerly of Lincoln, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025 at his home.
Born July 22, 1939, to Earl and Thressa (Burge) Schram in Lincoln, he was raised on the family farm. LeRoy attended school at Lincoln Elementary, graduated from Oscoda High School in 1957, and attended Alpena Community College. He worked for Alcona County Road...
Ralph Edward Charles Diemond
Jul 8, 2025
Ralph Edward Charles Diemond, age 81, went to his Heavenly home on July 8, 2025. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.
Ralph was born on May 10, 1944, in Alpena, Michigan, to Margaret (Bromund) and Edward Diemond. He was the sixth of seven children, all raised in Alpena.
He met his wife, Rita “Kay” (Byce), in 1966, and they...
Tim S. Griffin
Jul 7, 2025
Tim Griffin, 58, of Harrisville, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025 at his home.
Born November 29, 1966, to Robert and Vivian (Stewart) Griffin in Tawas City, MI, he was a lifelong resident of Harrisville. Tim worked for Gordon’s Auto Service for 10 years, and was a member of the Michigan BAC Local 2 for 20 years. On August 11, 2012,...
Randy DeHate
Jul 1, 2025
Randy “Randazzle” or “Old Bird” DeHate, age 76, passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2025, in Hubbard Lake, Michigan. Born on October 2, 1948, in St. Clair, Michigan, Randy lived a full and meaningful life rooted in hard work, family, and the simple joys of the outdoors.A proud graduate of Brighton High School’s Class of 1967, Randy went...
Richard "Dick" G. Bacon Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
Richard G. “Dick” Bacon Sr., 83, of Oscoda, passed away Friday, June 27, 2025.
Dick was born December 4, 1941, to Armand and Lorrain (Jenson) Bacon in Reading, MI. Dick worked as a heavy diesel mechanic. A talented artist, he enjoyed oil painting and photography. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing and bow hunting.
Dick is survived by his children, Tammy (Robert)...
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