Obituaries

Oct 21, 2020

Dominic Obregon, 32, of Harrison, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 21, 2020. He was born on February 11, 1988, the son of Joseph Obregon and Cheri Pray in Lansing, Michigan. Dominic loved fishing, golfing, and working With electronics.

Left to cherish his memory are his mother: Cheri Pray of Harrison; daughters: Jesse and Savanna Obregon; sister:...

Oct 21, 2020

Norman Henry Meyer

Norman Henry Meyer, 83, formerly of Saginaw and Gladwin, passed away on October 21, 2020, at We Care Assisted Living Center in Owosso. Norm was born March 31, 1937, to Henry and Lydia (Dorn) Meyer in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1955 and spent his early years...

Oct 19, 2020

Judy Nixon, 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. She was born on May 19, 1949, the daughter of Homer & Evelyn (Denham) Johnson in Pontiac. She was united in marriage to her true love Larry Nixon. Judy was employed as a window clerk for many years for the United States Post...

Oct 18, 2020

Doris E. Lower, 98, of Gladwin, passed away at the St. Helen Horizon Senior Living Center on Sunday, October 18, 2020. Doris was born on January 12, 1922, in Gladwin, the daughter of Horace C. & Ada G. (Knowlton) Stickney.

On April 18, 1944, she married the love of her life, Herman Duane Lower in Gladwin. After...

Oct 12, 2020

Bobbie L. Wade, 90, of Bentley, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2020. He was born on April 9, 1930, the son of William & Mamie Wade in Cabin Creek, West Virginia. On February 18, 1950, Bobbie was united in marriage to his true love Lydiabelle Gary in Gladwin. She preceded him in death in 2002. He was employed...

Oct 9, 2020

Jimmie (Jim) Quick, 78, of Beaverton, formerly of Ortonville, passed away on October 9, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 8, 1942, in Goodrich, and raised the son of Iva Quick. He was united in marriage to Jacqueline Williams. He was a machine builder for many years and also a member...

Oct 8, 2020

April Nettleton, 50, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2020. She was born on August 13, 1970, the daughter of Ron and Ella Nettleton in Gladwin. April enjoyed reading, cross-stitching, and loved her cats.

She is survived by her children: Amy Nettleton and Brandon Plude; father: Ron Nettleton; siblings: Ron Nettleton, Tammy (Dan) Arnold, and...

Oct 7, 2020

Herbert Mathis Sr., 70, of Gladwin, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, October 7, 2020. He was born in Saginaw on December 15, 1949, and raised the son of Donald & Mildred (Wiltse) Nash. Herb was employed as a pipe-fitter for Local 85 and retired after 40 years of service. On July 12,...

Oct 5, 2020

Duane Worden Sr., 86, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, October 5 th , 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center Midland. He was born on December 13 th , 1933, the son of Earl and Marie Worden in Pontiac, MI. On February 2 nd , 1952, he was united in marriage to his true love Lucille Taylor. She proceeded him...

Oct 4, 2020

Joy Bissonette, 76, of Gladwin, passed away at her home on Sunday, October 4, 2020. She was born on December 1, 1943, the daughter of Arthur & Elsie (Frank) Norton in Omer. She was united in marriage to her true love Robert Bissonette on May 9, 1964, in Au Gres. She was a homemaker and was a truly devoted wife,...

Oct 2, 2020

Joyce P. Ellis, 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. She was born on July 30, 1949, the daughter of John & Anna (Kraft) Black. She was united in marriage to her true love Richard Ellis. They were blessed with many wonderful years together. She was employed for the Buyer's Guide in...

Oct 2, 2020

Kristie Lechner, 67, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, October 2, 2020, at University of Michigan Hospital, Ann Arbor. She was born on September 27, 1953, the daughter of Merle & Virginia (Winter) Middleton in Flint. On January 25, 1975, she was united in marriage to her true love Lynn “Saus” Lechner in West Branch. He preceded her in...

Sep 30, 2020

Jermey Good, 48, of Gladwin, formerly of Pontiac, passed away on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born on March 10, 1972, the son of James & Charlotte (Scott) Good in Albany, Missouri. He graduated from Lake Orion High School class of 1991. He was united in marriage to Cassandra Crawford on October 26, 1993,...

Sep 28, 2020

Alvin "Al" Parsell, 94, of Gladwin, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, September 28, 2020. He was born on July 30, 1926, the son of Jasper & Mabel Parsell in Caro. He was united in marriage to Norma Mundy on June 17, 1950, in Fenton. She preceded him in death in 1969. He...

Sep 24, 2020

Jeremy A. Zeitz, 40, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 24, 2020. He was born on June 17, 1980, the son of Charles and Penny (Muma) Zeitz in West Branch. Jeremy married the love of his life Carrie Billand on January 14, 2006 in Gladwin. They have three children: Jeffrey, Jacob, and Hailey.  Jeremy loved the...

Sep 24, 2020

Joan “Jody” Leahy, 83, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020, at her home. She was born on July 11, 1937, the daughter of Wally & Anne Ball in Unionville.

Jody was an amazing, giving, caring woman.  She always put others before herself and welcomed everyone into her home as if they were family.  She...

Sep 24, 2020

Cyndee Bechtel, 70, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020, at the Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin. She was born on July 22, 1950, the daughter of John & Clara Moncier in Saginaw. She graduated from Beaverton Rural Schools class of 1969. She was an avid reader, who loved her romance novels. Cyndee enjoyed listening to her local...

Sep 21, 2020

Daniel Gutoske, 78, of Beaverton, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday, September 21, 2020. He was born on September 22, 1941, the son of Joseph & Rose (Ament) Gutoske in Warren. He was a veteran of the United States Navy, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam War. On June 1, 1968,...

Sep 21, 2020

Roy L. Bryant, 79, of Gladwin, passed into the open arms of His Lord on Monday, September 21, 2020. He was born on April 30, 1941, the son of Charles & Myrtle (Steeley) Bryant in Nashville, Tennessee. He was united in marriage to his true love Margaret Eggert (Thompson). She preceded him in death...

Sep 20, 2020

Louis Buzzell went home Sunday, September 20, 2020, at the age of 89.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Christina (Lyons), son: Louis "Bud" (Wendy) Buzzell, daughters: Jody (Mike) Armstrong, Betty Trumble, Debby ( David) Wright, Jeanie Smith, several grands, greats, great greats and 3 sisters: Barb, Bonnie and Charlotte.

In lieu of flowers,...