Obituaries

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...

Jul 30, 2023

Nora Ruth Searfoss-Thorpe, 79, of Beaverton, passed away on July 30, 2023. She was born in Detroit on February 28, 1944, the daughter of Leeland and Ruth (Doherty) Walton. She married Glen Searfoss in November of 1963 and took care of their children: Jerry, Rick, and Glenda together before later divorcing Glen. She was then united in marriage to...

Jul 30, 2023

Arthur M. Chastain Jr. , 80, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2023. He was born on August 14, 1942, the son of Arthur Sr. and Mary Gibbs in Clarden, Arkansas. He was united in marriage to Judy Davis. They shared many wonderful years together. He owned and operated his own truck driving company until his retirement....

Jul 28, 2023

Linda Ellis, 73, of Gladwin, MI, passed away on July 28, 2023 after a long illness. She was born on June 22, 1950 in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Clifford and Josephine (Diffin) Boman. She worked as a child and eldercare provider and as a bartender. She loved road trips, the beach, Secord Lake, Jimmy Buffet, morel hunting, and...