Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Darlene McDermott
Mar 23, 2025
Darlene McDermott, age 76, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1948, the daughter of Basil Rummer and Wilma Carriveau, in Lake Charles, Louisiana. She had a deep love for her dogs, whose company she cherished. Darlene married the love of her life, Arthur “Lee” McDermott, and together they shared many years...
Ersel Hart
Mar 23, 2025
Ersel Hart, age 93, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born on April 16, 1931, the daughter of William and Eva (Bogert) Murdick, in Rochester. On September 2, 1949, Ersel married the love of her life, Thomas Hart. Together, they shared 71 years filled with love and cherished memories until he preceded her in death...
Beverly Huth
Mar 17, 2025
Beverly Huth, age 92, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. She was born on March 11, 1933, the daughter of Benjamin and Lillian (Colwell) Hoffman. Beverly married the love of her life, John Huth, and together they shared 75 years of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Beverly was a woman of many passions. She loved playing the piano,...
Donald Hale
Mar 17, 2025
Donald Hale, age 82, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of Lorn and Alice (Thorington) Hale, in Clare County. He was employed as a Master Craftsman for Dow Chemical. After retiring from Dow, he enjoyed driving for Gladwin County Transit for 20 years. Donald married the love of...
Tina Brust
Mar 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tina Marie Brust, of Beaverton, on March 15, 2025, at the age of 57. Tina was born on September 9, 1967, in Detroit, to John Curtis and Marlene Fitzpatrick. Her life was filled with love, kindness, and generosity, and she leaves behind a legacy of selflessness and devotion to...
Maria Searfoss
Mar 13, 2025
Maria Searfoss, age 55, of Alger, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on November 26, 1969, the daughter of Frank and Jacquelyn (Boman) Smelser in West Branch, MI. Maria dedicated her career to helping others as a Foster Care Assistant. She married the love of her life, Kevin Searfoss, and together they shared 17 wonderful years...
Patrick Boruszewski
Mar 13, 2025
Patrick “Pete” Boruszewski, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born on March 17, 1939, the son of John and Sophie (Horzelski) Boruszewski, in Saginaw. On May 15, 1958, Pat married the love of his life, Barbara Nowak, and together they shared 66 years of love and cherished memories.
Pat was a proud veteran of...
John Brettschneider
Mar 9, 2025
John H. Brettschneider, age 91, of Gladwin, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025. He was born on October 7, 1933, the son of Johann and Anna (Rottenbach) Brettschneider, in Yugoslavia. John was employed as a Property Manager in Construction for many years until his retirement. On June 18, 1955, he married the love of his...
Richard Lindberg
Mar 7, 2025
Richard E. Lindberg, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1939, the son of Olaf and Mollie (Scribner) Lindberg, in Douglas County, MN. On June 16, 1989, he married the love of his life, Patricia Worden and together they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories. Richard was...
Randall Upton
Mar 6, 2025
Randall Upton, age 54, of Harrison, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He was born on January 7, 1971, in Boaz, AL. Randall was a hardworking General Contractor and a true jack of all trades. He had a deep love for the outdoors and could often be found hunting, fishing, or working on carpentry projects. He enjoyed trips...
Thomas Rodabaugh
Mar 6, 2025
Thomas L. Rodabaugh, age 92, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025. He was born on April 29, 1932, the son of John and Elizabeth (Wilkie) Rodabaugh, in Clare. On September 27, 1952, he married the love of his life Esther Keeley. Together they shared many years of love and cherished memories until she preceded him in death...
Sharon DeLisle
Mar 4, 2025
Sharon Louise DeLisle, age 78, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. She was born on August 14, 1946, the daughter of Walter and Thelma (Deaven) Teddy, in Detroit. Sharon dedicated many years of hard work to General Motors until her retirement. She had a true passion for gardening, crafting, and spending time in nature.
She is survived by...
Harold Thorington
Mar 3, 2025
Harold E. Thorington, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025. Born on April 19, 1936, to John and Edna (Fries) Thorington in Gladwin, Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
In 1958, Harold married Mary Jane Baldys, the love of his life, and together they built a world filled with love, laughter, and unwavering...
Louise Bloetscher
Mar 3, 2025
Louise Bloetscher, 98 of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born in Melvindale, Michigan, on May 27, 1926, the daughter of George and Edith (Berg) Foster. 79 years ago, she married the love of her life, Carl O. Bloetscher on June 21, 1946 in Dearborn, Michigan. They were married for 67 years before his passing...
Richard Robinette
Feb 28, 2025
Richard Gordon Robinette, was called home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on February 28, 2025, at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard proudly served his country as an Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) specialist in the United States Army. He owned several businesses, including Robinette Plumbing and Mechanical, Cedar River Plumbing, and Guns & Stuff. A man of many...
Janeane Young
Feb 26, 2025
Janeane M. Young, age 77, of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. She was born on September 15, 1947, the daughter of Stanley and Clara (Tohm) Morse, in Midland. On September 15, 1979, Janeane married Jack Young. Together, they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories. In 1980, Jack and Janeane became members of Cedar River...
Kevin Klott
Feb 23, 2025
Kevin A. Klott, age 60, of Sugar Springs in Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025 peacefully at home. Throughout a long battle with cancer, he displayed incredible strength and unwavering hope.
Kevin was born on May 11, 1964, the son of Robert Klott and Cynthia Danielski, in Royal Oak, MI. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Oakland University, Kevin...
Lola Jean Brubaker
Feb 23, 2025
Lola Jean Brubaker, age 87, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. She was born on June 12, 1937, to Issac and Velma (Cuddie) Markle, in Gladwin. On July 19, 1952, Jean married the love of her life, Charles Linus Brubaker. Together they shared a life filled with love and cherished memories.
Jean dedicated 27 years as the manager...
Denise McCulloch
Feb 20, 2025
Denise Kay McCulloch, age 68, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1956, the daughter of Lloyd and Jean (Weldon) Bowen, in Clare. On June 14, 1975, Denise married the love of her life, Mikecal McCulloch. Together, they built a beautiful life, sharing 49 years of love, laughter, and cherished memories....
William Volders
Feb 19, 2025
William J. Volders, age 89, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1935, the son of William and Adeline (Bladecki) Volders, in Bay City. On February 8, 1958, William married the love of his life, Beverly Lambert. Together, they shared 67 years filled with love and cherished memories.
William was a dedicated employee...
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