Obituaries

Jul 14, 2022

Phillip Woods, 63, of Beaverton, MI passed away at his home Thursday, July 14, 2022. He was born August 9, 1958 in Midland, MI the son of Phillip and Theresa (DeLavern) Woods. Previously residing in Indiana Phillip has spent the last 30 years living in Gladwin County. He was employed by Go-To Transport in Bay City, MI.

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Jul 12, 2022

Gary D. Ritchie, went to be with Jesus on July 12, 2022, at 4:35 pm surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on July 1, 1939, to Berniece Ritchie-Fries and Guy Ritchie. He lived in Gladwin, Michigan and he graduated from Gladwin High School in 1957. He then attended cosmetology college and he owned his own beauty...

Jul 9, 2022

Wayne Reithel, 85 passed away peacefully with family by his side on July 9, 2022. Wayne was born August 30, 1936 in New Era, Michigan to Edward and Verna (Van Dyke) Reithel. In 1944 the family moved to Gladwin (Oberlin) to help on the family farm which included a store and post office. Wayne wore many hats in his...

Jul 9, 2022

Martin Cooper, 54, of Gladwin passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022. He was born on March 23, 1968 in Passaic, New Jersey, the son of Edward and Mary Lee Cooper. Martin went to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania where he played football for 4 years. He moved to Michigan in 2002 and worked in manufacturing for several years....

Jul 6, 2022

Stephen J. Brubaker, 87, of Gladwin, passed away on July 6, 2022, at the Horizon Senior Living, Gladwin. He was born on December 22, 1934, the son of Lawrence and Eva (Meyers) Brubaker in Gladwin. On August 22, 1952, he married Ethel "Sisty" Miller in Gladwin. She preceded him in death in 1997. He was employed for Brown Machine until...

Jul 5, 2022

Joshua Sisco, 40, of Hope passed away on Tuesday, July 5, 2022, at home, surrounded by family. He was born on December 15, 1981 in Midland, the son of Lemuel and Denise Sisco. Joshua enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his children, writing and all things Italian.

Left to cherish his...

Jul 5, 2022

Gloria Warner, 80 passed away on July 5, 2022 at the Horizon Senior Living in Gladwin, MI. Gloria Fay Paul was born May 31, 1942 in Xenia, Ohio to Fay and Anne Paul.

She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a B.S. degree in education. She later earned her master’s degree from Central Michigan University. She...

Jul 4, 2022

Barbara Kay Lambdin, 72, of Gladwin passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022. She was born on August 24, 1949 in Pigeon, MI to Virgil and Helen House. Barbara married her husband Don on July 12, 1974 in Gladwin, MI. She enjoyed her flowers, baking, and sewing. Barbara loved to spend time with her family and her best friend,...

Jul 3, 2022

Joseph Thomas Martonosi Sr. “Joe”, 97, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 3, 2022. He was born on March 3, 1925. He lived his entire life in Gladwin. He graduated from Gladwin High School in 1943. He married Juanita Freeman from Beaverton in 1947. He worked for Sun Oil Company from 1947-1969. He also worked at...

Jul 2, 2022

Donald D. Kreil was born in 1932 in Vassar, MI to Anthony and Ellen Kreil. He was one of 7 children. Two brother: David and Walter Kreil survive him. His wife, Merreill, died in 2017 after 61 year of marriage. He has 3 surviving children: Andrea Hansens (Phillip) of Midland, MI; Douglas and Ophelia Kreil of Las Vegas, Nevada;...

Jul 1, 2022

Susan Jane Kroll, 96, of Beaverton, MI passed away on Friday, July 1, 2022 at the Horizon Senior Living Facility in Gladwin, MI. She was born July 12, 1925 in Gladwin, MI the daughter of Joseph and Clara (Zimmer) Steele. On September 25, 1947 she was united in marriage to the love of her life William Kroll Sr. with...

Jun 30, 2022

On Thursday, June 30, 2022, Terry Jean Govitz, lost her life. She was 70 years old. Terry devoted her life to her children and family. While Terry’s family grieves her loss, they are choosing to remember her in a way that honors her spirit. She didn’t like being center of attention and the family will honor her wishes by...

Jun 29, 2022

Samuel L. Basner Jr., 49, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. He was born on March 29, 1973, the son of Samuel and Peggy (Green) Basner. He was a mechanic by trade but loved working on cars. He loved tinkering and problem solving working on vehicles. Samuel also enjoyed being outdoors and going fishing when he had...

Jun 26, 2022

Kevin Bradley, 34, of Gladwin, MI passed away at his home Sunday, June 26, 2022. He was born October 19, 1987 the son of Clark and Elizabeth (Allysworth) Bradley. Kevin was a lifetime resident of Gladwin County and was a member of the Secord Lake Eagles Club. He loved the outdoors and just being outside, whether it was mowing...

Jun 25, 2022

Clark Eugene Wentz, 85, of  Beaverton, MI, passed away Saturday, June 25, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving  family.  Clark was born on June 5, 1937 to Robert & Dorothy (Haire) Wentz of Shepherd, MI.  He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Sandra Wentz of Beaverton.  He is survived by his children: Clark (Joann) Wentz...

Jun 21, 2022

Glen L. Searfoss, 88, of Beaverton, MI passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at MyMichigan Medical Center in Gladwin. He was born February, 5 1934, the son of Louis and Margret (Nettleton) Searfoss in Gladwin, MI. Glen was a proud veteran of the United States Army. During his time in the Army Glen married his first wife Heidi in...

Jun 18, 2022

Tamara Rabidue, 51, of Mount Pleasant passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022. She was born on October 4, 1970 in Port Huron, MI. Her hobbies included music, singing, and reading. Tamara enjoyed going to church services. Her favorite times were spent with her daughters and grandsons.

Left to cherish her memory are her children; Erika Thompson,...

Jun 14, 2022

Joan Mable (Devens) Rhode, 86, of Gladwin MI, passed away at Gladwin Rehab on Tuesday June 14, 2022, following a brief stay.

She was born July 21, 1935 in St. Joseph MI, the daughter of John and Mable Devens. She married the love of her life, Bill Rhode, 66 years ago on April 7, 1956 in St....

Jun 14, 2022

Karen Kay Donn, age 78 of Gladwin, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday June 14, 2022 at Mid-Michigan Health in Gladwin, MI.  She was born on March 13, 1944, the daughter of Harry and Monia Longstreth in Gladwin, MI.   Later in life she was united in marriage to Doyle Donn.

In Karen’s early years she worked at the...

Jun 6, 2022

Pearl M. Driscoll “Penny”, 61, of Beaverton, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, June 6, 2022. She was born on March 12, 1961, the daughter of William A. Fradenburgh and Wanda (Bentley) Opperman in Midland. In 1981, she married Danny Driscoll. He preceded her in death in 2012. Penny had a love for crafting, creating...