Obituaries
Obituaries in Gladwin, Beaverton, and throughout Gladwin County, MI
Arnold Bartlett
Dec 10, 2024
Arnold Ray Bartlett, age 96, of Gladwin passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. He was born on March 27, 1928 in Omaha, Nebraska. Arnold was a dedicated employee of General Motors where he worked as a Template Maker for many years until his retirement. He married the love of his life, Virginia, and together they shared many years filled...
James Kauzlarich
Dec 7, 2024
James Francis Kauzlarich, age 66, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. He was born on November 9, 1958, the son of John and Leona (Tometich) Kauzlarich, in Detroit. In 1977, James graduated from Cousino High School in Warren, MI. James was a faithful devout Catholic who loved spending time in church.
James loved bingo, fish fries at the...
Michael Bierek
Dec 6, 2024
Michael A. Bierek, age 52, of Gladwin, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 6, 2024. He was born on June 7, 1972, the son of Anthony and Kathleen (Tatro) Bierek, in Flint. Mike earned his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Michigan in Flint and pursued a career in sales, excelling in multiple roles throughout his life.
Mike’s true passion was...
Laurie James
Dec 5, 2024
Laurie A. James, age 70, of Wayland, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. She was born on March 23, 1954, the daughter of Clair "Larry" Kellogg and Shirley Gilmore, in Saginaw. Laurie was employed as a Teacher's Aide at Beaverton Schools for over 20 years, until her retirement in 2015. Laurie was an avid crafter who found joy in...
Darlene Barnes
Dec 4, 2024
Darlene Mae Barnes, age 78, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. She was born on October 18, 1946, the daughter of Dennis and Neta (McPherson) Keely, in Flint. Darlene dedicated many years as a member of the production team at Buick Motor Engine Plant in Flint until her retirement. On July 3, 1970, she married Clare "Butch"...
Elden Coats
Dec 2, 2024
Elden H. Coats, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024. He was born on January 16, 1939, the son of Harley and Ruth (Hanner) Coats, in Clare County. On September 12, 1964, Elden married the love of his life Dorothy Karolewski in Sanford. Together, they shared 60 years of love and cherished memories.
Elden was a dedicated...
Dawn West
Nov 30, 2024
Dawn West, age 66, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2024. She was born on January 29, 1958, the daughter of Grenvul “Buck” and Eleanor Southwell, in Mount Pleasant. Dawn worked as an ultrasound technician for many years, serving patients in both Clare and Gladwin. She liked making trips to the Upper Peninsula with her friends.
She is survived...
Stanley Davis
Nov 27, 2024
Stanley Willard Davis, age 84, of Beaverton, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. He was born on February 12, 1940, the son of Kenneth and Rose (Hooper) Davis, in Beaverton. On October 16, 1971, Stanley married the love of his life, Judy Zeimer. Together they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories until...
Frank Matynowski
Nov 27, 2024
Frank Matynowski, age 92, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. He was born on March 29, 1932, the son of Stanley and Clara (Sagert) Matynowski, in Detroit. Frank was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Following his service, he worked as a Letter Carrier for the United States Postal Office until his retirement in...
Richard Schwager
Nov 26, 2024
Richard W. Schwager, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born on April 13, 1943, the son of Cyril “Dutch” and Gabrielle “Bertie” (Waskiewicz) Schwager, in Gladwin. Richard graduated from Gladwin High School and attended Ferris State College. He went on to work at Kirchman Brothers for many years. Richard moved to Gladwin, where...
Suann Foutch
Nov 25, 2024
Suann Foutch, age 79, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024. She was born on June 20, 1945, the daughter of Nelson and Freeda Welch, in Midland. On June 9, 2001, Suann married Casey Foutch, together they shared many years filled with love and cherished memories.
Suann had a passion for crafting, delighting in activities like diamond painting, doll-making,...
Mark Parks
Nov 24, 2024
Mark Parks, age 69, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born on April 28, 1955, the son of Joe and Mary (Millsap) Parks, in Ferndale, MI.
Mark dedicated many years as a hardworking employee at General Motors. He married the love of his life, Donna Robinson, and together they shared countless years of love and cherished...
Danny Hallock
Nov 24, 2024
Danny Hallock, age 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was born on September 28, 1953, in Bad Axe, MI. Danny was employed as a truck driver, working for Rugged Liner Trucking in Owosso for many years until his retirement. On April 8, 2011, he married Pearl Maguire and together they shared many years of love...
Luella Zeitz
Nov 24, 2024
Luella Zeitz, age 94, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born on May 11, 1930, the daughter of Walter and Lena (Fischer) Pahl, in Pontiac, MI. On December 31, 1949, Luella married the love of her life, Reinhold Zeitz, in Gladwin. They shared a lifetime of love and cherished memories until...
Marie King
Nov 23, 2024
Marie Cheng-Yi King passed away on November 23, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Christopher J. King, Jr., daughter Alexandra Robin King, as well as her younger brother and sister, Chi Cheng-Hsueh and Yolanda Cheng-Ying Kulevicz.Marie was born on January 17, 1949 in Beijing, China. Amid political upheaval, her parents fled with her to Taiwan. She grew there up...
Krimhilde Keeth
Nov 22, 2024
Krimhilde Keeth, age 83 of Gladwin passed away on Friday November, 22, 2024, leaving behind her beloved husband J.T. Keeth shortly after they celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary November 7th.
Krimhilde was born May 1, 1941 to Peter & Bertha Wunschmann in Korb, Germany. In 1956 she along with her mother moved to America, living for a while in Pontiac, Michigan....
Lenard Govitz
Nov 22, 2024
Lenard (Buck) Lee Govitz went to Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on November 22, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years: Janice (Fassett), four sons: Ty (Tammy) Govitz, Brian (Pam) Govitz, Scott (Debbie) Govitz and Randy (Lynn) Govitz all from Beaverton, grandsons: Jared (Desiree) Govitz of Farwell, Mark (Michelle) Govitz, Zachary...
Mary DiVenere
Nov 20, 2024
Mary Etta DiVenere, 88, of Gladwin, MI, passed away peacefully on the morning of Wednesday, November 20, 2024.
Mary was born to Harry and Charlotte Neal on April 7, 1936 and was married to Leo DiVenere on September 10, 1956. They went on to have 5 children, 8 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren with two more (twins) on the way.
Mary was...
Larry Evans
Nov 18, 2024
Larry Evans, age 72, of Beaverton, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was born on October 5, 1952, the son of Ronald and Mable (Longstreth) Evans in Gladwin, MI. Larry was employed as an equipment operator for many years at Pika International.
Larry had a passion for football, fishing, and politics. He also enjoyed reading and socializing, often engaging...
Norma Ritter
Nov 18, 2024
Norma Ritter, age 94, of Beaverton, formerly of Midland, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024. She was born on December 22, 1929, the daughter of Harry and Grace (Gay) Eastman in Midland, MI. On October 2, 1948, Norma married the love of her life, John Ritter. They shared 74 beautiful years together until his passing in 2023.
Norma took great...
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