Obituaries

May 25, 2023

Margaret Welch, 92, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023. She was born on November 10, 1930, in Gladwin, the youngest of 9 children, to Clair Kinne and Emma Lurene Coffell. On January 21, 1948, she was united in marriage to her true love, Donald Welch, in Gladwin. Margaret worked as a church secretary for the Methodist...

May 21, 2023

Lorena Mary (O’Rourke) Balconi, age 83, of Gladwin, Michigan went to be with the Lord on May 21, 2023. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family after a long battle with cancer.

She was born in the family home in Gaylord, Michigan on June 6, 1939 to Joseph and Mabel (Salsbury) O’Rourke. After...

May 21, 2023

Becky Walblay-Bradshaw, 52, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023. She was born on May 31, 1970, the daughter of Zarold “Jim” and Carol (Yeager) Walters. Becky was united in marriage to Tommy Bradshaw on October 7, 2017 in Gladwin. Becky was a social butterfly who loved chatting with friends and family on Facebook and other social...

May 21, 2023

Ann Golden, 56, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023. She was born on October 4, 1966 to Raymond Stein and Geraldine (Hutchinson) Stein. Ann was united in marriage to Eugene Golden. She had a passion for coloring, puzzles, reading, and she loved Mickey Mouse. Ann loved spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.

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May 20, 2023

Helen McMillan, 80, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023. She was born on September 25, 1942 the daughter of Charlie and Christine (Tidwell) Myatt in Tennessee. On October 21, 1960 she was united in marriage to James “Jim” McMillan. They raised their family in Rochester Hills where she worked as a quality inspector until her retirement....

May 19, 2023

Richard (Dick) Fassett Sr. of Beaverton passed away at home on May 19th at the age of 90.  He was born on July 11, 1932, in Dearborn, MI, to Sherman and Cora (Ingalls) Fassett. He moved with his family to Beaverton in 1945 when he was 12 years old. He attended Beaverton Schools and found a passion for athletics,...

May 18, 2023

Elsie Lee Henry, beloved mother and grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on May 18, 2023. Elsie was born in Wyandotte, MI on October 5, 1953 to William and Catherine Pritula. Elsie married Raymond Henry, Sr on July 26, 1975 in Gladwin, MI. Elsie has two children, Shelby Henry and Michael Henry who she loved...

May 13, 2023

Robert Raymond Hendrix, 85, of Wayne, MI, passed away on May 13, 2023. He was born on March 26, 1938. Robert worked at General Motors for 38 years. He enjoyed gardening, hanging with friends and family, and watching the fireworks on the Fourth of July. Robert was a veteran of the US Navy. He was also a member...

May 11, 2023

Marie Gossett, 95, of Gladwin, passed away on May 11, 2023. She was born on February 9, 1928, the daughter of Joseph and Laura (Dewan).

Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023, 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gladwin. Visitation will be had at 10:00 A.M until the time of service. She...

May 11, 2023

“ What lies behind you and what lies in front of you, pales in comparison to what lies inside of you .” With unwavering faith and a true love of the Lord, David Allen Anderson, 66, of Beaverton, was called to his eternal home in Heaven on May 11, 2023. Dave was born on December 27, 1956 in...

May 11, 2023

Barry Barker, 80, of Gladwin, passed away on May 11, 2023. Barry was born on May 25, 1942 to Harold and Anna (Havrilla) Barker. He was united in marriage to Darlene Blanchard on June 19, 1970. Barry was a veteran in the U.S. Air Force and a member of both the American Legion in Sanford and the Secord...

May 9, 2023

John William Ritter, beloved husband and father, 92, of Beaverton, MI passed away on May 9, 2023 at Tony and Trish Hospice House.

He was born in Midland, MI on August 16, 1930 the son of Paul and Ruby (Blank) Ritter. He lived in Beaverton, MI the last 49 years while previously residing in Midland,...

May 9, 2023

Connie Lee Harkrader went home to be with the Lord on May 9, 2023, after losing her battle with a stroke. Born Connie Lee Smith on March 10, 1954, she was the oldest of nine children born to Beverley and Merle Smith of Rhodes, MI.

Connie was married to her first husband, Harold Shannon, in...

May 6, 2023

Colston Nicholas Zieroff “Little Man”, our guardian angel, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023. He was born on July 7, 2021 in Midland to Carlos Zieroff and Jordan Middleton. He was our little bundle of joy and the wild child. Colston always had his blankie everywhere he went, and if he didn’t he would let you know....

May 2, 2023

Lorna (Hoppe) McCormick of Harrison, MI, was called to be with her Lord on May 2, 2023.

Lorna was born February 24, 1941, to Harold and Gertrude (Kramer) Hoppe. She graduated from Unionville High School in 1959. She married Frederick (Mike) McCormick on June 17, 1961. They were married for nearly 63 years. She is...

Apr 30, 2023

Lois Presidio passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at the age of 89.

She was born on July 23, 1933 to parents Hazen and Bernice (Laidley) Greer in Gladwin. She married Ralph Presidio of Beaverton on October 24, 1952. He preceded her in death in 1977.

In her day, Lois...

Apr 29, 2023

Karan R. Maki (Mather/ Matz), 79, of Coleman, passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. She was born on June 10, 1943, the daughter of John “Jack” Mather and Edna Carman in Flint. She loved bingo, pool, and euchre. She knew how to party, and always had a fun time with family and friends.

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Apr 29, 2023

Jean Marie (Sullivan) Smith, 82, of Houghton Lake, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2023. Jean was born in Prudenville on September 1, 1940 to Austin and Dora (Thomas) Sullivan.

Jean graduated from Gladwin High School in June 1958. On June 21, 1958, in Gladwin, Jean married the love...

Apr 26, 2023

Eugene "Tony" Peacock, 82, of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. He was born on November 19, 1940, the son of Wayne Peacock and Mamie Dysard in Stanwood. On September 27, 1997, he was united in marriage to Cindy Doan in Gladwin. He was a self employed mechanic and welder...

Apr 25, 2023

Priscilla "Pattie" Geno, 72, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. She was born on July 22, 1950, in Saginaw. On April 27, 1991, she was united in marriage to Roger Geno Jr. in Gladwin. Pattie worked as a bartender and cook for several restaurants throughout Gladwin County. Her hobbies included bingo, bowling, and cooking, especially...