Obituaries
Elsa Lucien (Gustafson)Griffin
Feb 2, 2024
Elsa Griffin, 82 of Glennie Michigan, passed away Friday February 2, 2024, at her home. She was born March 19, 1941, to Oluf and Dulcie (Duncan) Gustafson in Petoskey, Michigan. On July 27, 1963, she was united in marriage to Vincent Neal Griffin. Together they shared 60 years of marriage.
She formerly lived for 35 years in the Ferndale Michigan area...
Rodney Allen Budreau
Jan 28, 2024
Rodney Allen Budreau, of Spruce, passed away January 28, 2024, at MidMichigan Regional Hospital. He had fought a rare illness for many years, but his earthly body just couldn't hold on any longer.
Rod was born March 26, 1957, to Bud & Virginia Budreau of Lincoln. He was the 4th of 6 children and the tallest at 6'6". After graduating from...
Honey Lee Buhlman
Jan 24, 2024
Honey Lee Buhlman, 52, passed away at her home in Greenbush, Michigan. Honey was born in Alpena, Michigan on October 25, 1970, to Carlos Galbraith and Theresa White. Over the years Honey earned an associate degree in psychology and joined the US Army. She also enjoyed driving, diamond art and reading.
Honey is survived by her mother Theresa White of Greenbush,...
Francis J. Jasso
Jan 21, 2024
On January 21, 2024 at the age of 85, Francis J. Jasso passed away peacefully in hospice at Aleda E. Lutz VA Hospital in Saginaw Michigan, just 4 months following the passing of his loving wife, Linda Lou Jasso.
Frank Jasso, a pioneer in the arboriculture industry, poured his love of nature and landscape to build an oasis in the woods....
Louella L Johnson
Jan 11, 2024
Louella L. Johnson, 73, of Alpena, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024 at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alpena.
Born April 28, 1950, to Pearl (Colbath) Peacock in Oscoda, MI, she was raised there and in Mikado. On April 20, 1968, she married Roger K. Johnson in Oscoda. Lou was a longtime bartender at Betty’s Mikado Tavern. She later...
Cheryl A. Rizzardi
Jan 10, 2024
Cheryl Ann Rizzardi, 45, of Harrisville, passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Born April 11, 1978 to John and Nancy (Taylor) Rizzardi in Alpena, MI, she was a lifelong resident of Harrisville. After graduating from Saginaw Valley State University with her Masters Degree in Education, she taught preschool at Sunrise Education for 12 years, before starting Kids First...
Geneiveve V. Klamert
Jan 5, 2024
Geneiveve V. Klamert, 78, of Harrisville, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at Lincoln Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Community.
Born December 12, 1945, to Victor and Leona (Girnell) Snyder in Cadillac, MI, she was raised in Lake City and Harrisville. On August 10, 1967, she married Alfred Klamert in Harrisville. Genny worked as a Pharmacy Technician, and enjoyed...
Larry J. Ritchie
Jan 5, 2024
Larry J. Ritchie, 84, of Lincoln, passed away Friday, January 5, 2024 at his home.
Born November 2, 1939, to Howard and Grace (Anderson) Ritchie in Harrisville, he has been a resident of the area for most of his life. He served in the United States Army. On December 11, 1965, he married Sandy Messina in Detroit. They...
Jolee A. Boyat-Hoeft
Jan 4, 2024
Jolee Ann Boyat-Hoeft, 66, of Alpena, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024 at her home.
Born October 25, 1957, to George and Eleanor (Hildebrant) Boyat in Bay City, MI, she was raised there and in Mikado. She was a longtime resident of Oscoda and Harrisville, before moving to Alpena in 2015. On October 5, 2008, she married Allen...
Bernadine V. Blaszak
Dec 31, 2023
Bernadine V. Blaszak (Strenk) passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023. Survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Gerald Blaszak. Loving mother to Mark Blaszak and Anthony (Michelle) Blaszak. Beloved grandmother to her four grandchildren, Joseph, Megan, Noah, and Joshua. Sister to Geraldine Strenk.
She treasured spending time with family and friends, whether it was simply watching a movie, playing...
Mark R Campbell
Dec 28, 2023
Mark R. Campbell 68 of Harrisville MI passed away Thursday December 28th 2023. He lived in Alcona county most of his life. Mark was an avid outdoorsman and loved to go hunting and fishing at every opportunity. He loved working on his vehicles and spending time with his family. He is survived by his son Jeremy of Harrisville and daughter...
Lorraine F. Bolam
Dec 28, 2023
Lorraine Francis Bolam passed away peacefully in her home in Lincoln,Mi on December 28, 2023 at the age of 83. She lived a full life surrounded by dear family and friends.
Lorraine was a devoted mother and grandmother, often bragging about her family to anyone who would listen. She was also an avid crocheter who loved spending time making...
Garry Daniel Gunderson
Dec 25, 2023
On the evening of December 25th, Garry Daniel Gunderson, 82, of Hubbard Lake, MI, passed awaypeacefully. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.Garry was born on December 14th, 1941, in Detroit, Michigan, the heart of Motown and nicknamed the‘Motor City’. He was raised by his parents Orville and Marian (Hager) Gunderson and resided in bothFlint and Lincoln...
Jean M. Beard
Dec 24, 2023
Jean M. Beard, 77, of Greenbush, passed away Sunday, December 24, 2023 at her home.
Born September 27, 1946 to Robert L. and N. Evon “Bonnie” (Robieson) French in Port Huron City, MI, she was raised in Footsite. On September 3, 1966, she married Charles E. Beard Jr. in Oscoda. In 1973 they moved to Greenbush. Jean was...
Bette Ann Keerl
Dec 17, 2023
Bette Ann Keerl, 81, of Mikado, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Tawas Manor.
Born March 29, 1942, to Thomas and Shirley (Baker) Ross Jr., in Garden City, MI, she was raised there. On January 13, 1962, she married Stanley Frederick Keerl in Garden City. They were residents of the Detroit Area, moving to Harrisville in 1981,...
Verna M. Nedo
Dec 15, 2023
Verna M. Nedo, 88, of Oscoda, passed away Friday, December 15, 2023 at her home.
Born March 11, 1935, to Harry Sr. and Sophie Andrews in Harrisville, she was a lifelong resident of the area. On November 7, 1953, she married Elmer R. Nedo in Lincoln. They moved to Oscoda in 1955. Verna worked at Harrisville Tool and...
Martha "Jean" Mendyka
Dec 14, 2023
In loving memory of Martha (Jean) Mendyka who peacefully passed away at her home in Lincoln, Michigan on December 14th. Born in Port Huron, Michigan to Harry and Carrie Bugg on December 8, 1927. She lived life with a remarkable spirit.
She shared part of her journey with Joseph Mendyka, raising two daughters, Diane Schefferly of Lincoln and Jeanette...
William M. Stone
Dec 14, 2023
William M. Stone, 84, of Harrisville, passed away Thursday, December 14, 2023 at hishome.Born September 17, 1939, to William and Lula (Forsythe) Stone in Harrisville, MI, hewas a lifelong resident of the area. Bill served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1960. OnJanuary 7, 1961, he married Judy Sierota in Harrisville. Bill worked at the AlconaCounty Road Commission, where...
Harold R. Thomas Jr.
Dec 12, 2023
Harold R. Thomas Jr., 65, of Hubbard Lake passed away Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at his home.
Born April 25, 1958 to Harold and Phyllis (Waelchli) Thomas Sr. in Detroit, MI, he was a longtime resident of Hubbard Lake. Harold owned HRT Drywall for several years, where he installed and finished drywall. He enjoyed bowling, darts and playing...
Richard J. Long
Dec 6, 2023
There will be a memorial service for Richard Long on Monday, December 11, 2023 at Gillies Funeral Home in Lincoln. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until the service at 2:00 PM. Dr. Rev. Arie Van Brenk will officiate.
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