Obituaries

Sep 7, 2023

James Carl Wright Sr., 83, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023, surrounded by family in his home. James, fondly known as 'Jim', was born to Carl  and Ella Grayce, on October 12, 1939, in Gladwin, Michigan. After high school Jim served our country in the United States Air Force. Then off to California looking for work and this...

Sep 6, 2023

Barbara Parente, 90, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at 5:00PM. She was born on August 24, 1933, the daughter of Antonio Brugnetti and Rose Coppotelli in Chester, PA. She was united in marriage with Dr. Paul Parente on June 28, 1953, they shared many years of memories together until he preceded her in death in...

Sep 5, 2023

Billy Davis Reno, 85, of Frankenmuth, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. He was born on October 5, 1937, the son of Cortez and Hazel (Davis) Reno in Belmont, Mississippi. He graduated from Mt. Morris High School and attended Mott Community College. He served his country in the United States Army 101st Airborne Division from 1957-1960. He...

Sep 3, 2023

Ronald Wilfred Lindberg, 85, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away on September 3, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Ronald was born to Wilfred and Senia Lindberg on November 15, 1937, in Detroit, Michigan. He grew up in Dodgeville, Michigan and graduated from Houghton High School in 1955, then served in the United States Navy with honorable discharge in...

Sep 2, 2023

Betty Jane Wendling, 82, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023. She was born on March 9, 1941, the daughter of Mathew and Jane (Orlowski) Nicol in Saginaw, MI. On September 14, 1962, she was united in marriage to Gerald “Jerry” Wendling, together they shared 61 years of marriage. She graduated from Owendale High School in 1959,...

Aug 30, 2023

Nancy Klassen, 73, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. She was born on March 13, 1950, the daughter of James Cornell and Velva Blades in Monroe, MI. She was united in marriage to her husband Fred on December 22, 1973. They shared 33 years of memories together until he preceded her in death in 2006. Nancy...

Aug 30, 2023

Kurt Alexander Bower, beloved son, succumbed to his battle with C.O.P.D and cancer and sadly passed away on August 30, 2023 surrounded by his family.

He is preceded in death by his beloved father Orin, and sister, Denise.

He leaves behind his mother: Ruth Ann Bower; brother: Kip Bower; sister: Donna Klaus; five adult children:...

Aug 28, 2023

Judith A. Telfor, 68, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023. She was born on June 25, 1955, the daughter of Clarence and Grace (Rubis) Witucki in Bay City. On May 19, 1998, she was united in marriage to Wayne Telfor. She worked for General Motors in Saginaw until her retirement. Together Judith and Wayne loved traveling...

Aug 24, 2023

Don Joyce was born on October 17, 1930 in Salina, Kansas. He died on August 24,2023. When he was two years old, his father was transferred back to Denver, Colorado where Don attended Regis High School and College. He lived and worked in the Denver area until he was transferred by AT&T to Detroit, Michigan in 1967. He retired...

Aug 23, 2023

Joseph P. McCulloch, 90, of Beaverton passed away on August 23, 2023. He was born on March 6, 1933 the son of Willis II and Virginia (Evans) McCulloch in Beaverton. He was united in marriage to Berniece Wood and together shared 69 years until she preceded him in death in 2021. He was a veteran of the United States...

Aug 16, 2023

James W. Ghent, 82, of Gladwin passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. He was born on March 12, 1941 the son of Louis and Margaret (Dolph) Ghent in Baldwin, MI. He was united in marriage to his wife Edithe White and together they shared 63 years. He was a self-employed carpenter for many years. James also worked at...

Aug 15, 2023

Earl O Lewis, beloved husband of Rita Lewis, passed away on August 15, 2023, in Alger, Michigan, He was born December 30, 1940. Earl was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was married to the love of his life, Rita Lewis, for 30 years.

Cameron Lewis, his eldest son, and his spouse Rachel were...

Aug 14, 2023

Lawrence E. Bradford, 84, of Royal Oak, MI, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023. Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place and a service has not been planned at this time.

Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com

Aug 13, 2023

Stephen Leuenberger, 84, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He was born on September 18, 1938, the son of Herman and Mildred (Colbeck) Leuenberger. On September 22, 1962 he was united in marriage to the love of his life Sharon Hoskinson who preceded him in death. Stephen was a lifetime farmer, and owner and operator of...

Aug 10, 2023

The world dimmed on August 10, 2023, as Janice Kay Vedrode, journeyed onward at the age of 63 after a brief, fierce, and courageous battle with cancer. Born Janice Kay Thorington in Saginaw, MI, on March 30, 1960, Janice embodied unconditional love, compassion, and authenticity throughout her life. She shared with the world an infectious smile, radiant energy, a...

Aug 9, 2023

Patrick Reginald Kelly, 70, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on August 9, 2023. He was born on June 20, 1953 in Mount Clemens, MI, the son of Ormond and Helen (Jones) Kelly. Patrick was a proud graduate of the Howe Military School. He also had a love for old muscle cars.

Left to cherish his memory are...

Aug 5, 2023

Linda Best. 69, of Beaverton, passed away on August 5, 2023. A full obituary will be posted when complete.

Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Aug 5, 2023

Larry Raymond Goedecke Sr. passed away on the morning of August 5, 2023, in Midland, Michigan, at the age of 75.

He was born in Tawas City, Michigan, on February 15, 1948, to Harold George Goedecke and Florence Elizabeth Goedecke, née Mowbray. He married Jeanne Lynn Kuch on July 31, 1971, at Zion Lutheran Church in Beaver...

Aug 4, 2023

Jerry Smith, 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023, at the Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on June 29, 1938, the son of David and Dorothy (Goheen) Smith in Gladwin. On December 20, 1959, he was united in marriage to Betty Schuler. She preceded him in death in 2017. He worked for Eckerly...

Aug 1, 2023

Eric Hillman, 74, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023. He was born on December 4, 1948, the son of Guy and Janice (Linton) Hillman. Eric was united in marriage to the love of his life, Peggy Greynolds, on May 8, 1971, at the Beaverton Church of the Brethren. He was a part of the National Guard...