Obituaries

Mar 1, 2020

Leslie Acha, 80, of Gladwin, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, March 1, 2020. He was born on May 15, 1939 in Honor, MI to Laverne and Norma (Stafford) Acha . On June 20, 1964, he was united in marriage to his true love Mary Hicks in Mt. Morris. He was employed...

Feb 26, 2020

Penelope Capen, 76, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2020. She was born on May 9, 1943 in Gladwin. She was a homemaker, living in Beaverton for most of her life.

She is survived by her 4 sons: Todd (Robin) Bukowski, Terry (Julie) Bukowski, Ron Bukowski & Randy Bukowski. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren.

Feb 25, 2020

Myrtle Cremeans, 93, of Gladwin, Michigan, passed away on February 25, 2020.  She was born on January 3, 1927 to Marshall & Carrie (McQueston) in Gladwin.  She married Clarence “Scoop” Cremeans on December 4, 1948 in Standish, Michigan.  He preceded her in death in 2010.  Myrtle worked for Janet Davis Cleaners in Dearborn and also was a member of...

Feb 22, 2020

LeVern Quick, 85, of Beaverton, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, February 22, 2020. He was born on February 4, 1935, the son of Harold & Mary (Pittenger) Quick in Holly. He was united in marriage to his true love Mary Quick on December 3, 1954, in Pontiac. They shared 65 wonderful years of marriage. LeVern...

Feb 21, 2020

Linda Birgel, 82, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly on Friday, February 21, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. She was born on August 6, 1937, the daughter of Lewis & Beulah (Greathouse) Irvin in Webster, West Virginia. On May 26, 1956, she was united in marriage to her true love Donald Birgel in Overpeck, Ohio. Together they shared...

Feb 21, 2020

Alfred Ehle, 91, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2020. He was born on February 22, 1928 in Harrison, to Walter & Lula Ehle. On August 5, 1950, he was united in marriage to his true love Frieda Selich at Zion Lutheran Church in Oberlin. They made their home in Gladwin where Alfred was a dairy farmer....

Feb 15, 2020

Candace McCoy, 58, of Beaverton, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, February 15, 2020. She was born on May 10, 1961, the daughter of Douglas Oomen & Darleen Foster in San Antonio, Texas. On August 20, 1993, she was united in marriage to Michael McCoy in Gladwin. He preceded her in death in 2018....

Feb 14, 2020

Irene Cavanaugh, 80, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Detroit on December 15, 1939, the daughter of John & Stephania (Grodicki) Szczepanik.  On September 26, 1958, she was united in marriage to James Cavanaugh in Detroit. They were blessed with 55 years of marriage until he preceded...

Feb 13, 2020

Michael Dargie, 73, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Midland. He was born On June 21, 1946, the son of Arthur & Olive Dargie in Jackson. Michael was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving his country during the Vietnam Era. He was a skilled carpenter for several employers, but he...

Feb 11, 2020

Audrey R. Matynowski, 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2020. A full obituary will be posted when complete. Honoring her wishes cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Inurnment will take place at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Detroit, Michigan. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Feb 6, 2020

Nancy Stankowski, 81, of Gladwin, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Thursday, February 6, 2020. She was born on April 11, 1938, the daughter of John & Alma (Hilliard) Thomas in Manistee. On August 2, 1958, she was united in marriage to her true love Leonard Stankowski in Manistee. She was employed for many years at...

Feb 4, 2020

Samuel Buckman III, 55, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at Mid Michigan Medcial Center, Gladwin. Honoring his wishes cremation will take place. A memorial will be held at a later date. Arrangments are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com

Jan 31, 2020

Randall A. Willford, 53, of Gladwin, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 31, 2020. He was born on November 23, 1966, the son of John & Linda (Decator) Willford in Gladwin. On August 2, 1986, he was united in marriage to Barbara Smelser in Gladwin. He was a former owner/ operator of Northern I.B.A. of Gladwin and most recently...

Jan 25, 2020

Lawrence C. Botsford Sr., 74, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on September 16, 1945, the son of Mortimer & Adele (Stacharski) Botsford in Detroit. He was united in marriage to Patricia Murney on October 12, 2002, in Gladwin. He was employed for 37 years...

Jan 23, 2020

David Waltz, 65, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at his home. He was born on August 5, 1954, the son of Robert & Phyllis (Cole) Waltz in Garden City. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. Dave worked as a Dental Lab Tech for many years. His work was truly his...

Jan 22, 2020

Dale Foster Jr., 38, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 22, 2020. He was born on September 17, 1981, the son of Dale Sr. & Cammie (Howard) Foster in West Branch. On September 1, 2012, he was united in marriage to Sarah Grimes in Tawas. Dale was a big family man that always made sure they...

Jan 19, 2020

Herbert E. Steenbergh Sr., 75, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020. He was born on May 31, 1944, the son of Adrian Sr. & Doris (Howell) Steenbergh in Detroit. He was employed with Detroit Terminal until his retirement. He has lived in Gladwin for the past 7 years previously residing in Rose City. Herbert was a member of...

Jan 19, 2020

Stewart E. "Gene" Selby, 90, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020, at the Horizon Senior Living VI. He was born on February 19, 1929, in Port Huron to Albert & Rose Selby. He married Margaret Ann Elsner on October 17, 1953, in Port Huron. Mr. Selby served in the United States Army in the Second Armored...

Jan 18, 2020

Robert A. Scott Sr., 76, of Gladwin, formerly of Pontiac, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, January 18, 2020. He was born on February 28, 1943, the son of Thomas Scott & Helyn (Evon) Bradish. He was united in marriage on May 12, 1962, to Kim Fink. Bob was a proud veteran of the United States Navy and...

Jan 16, 2020

Randall F. Barnes, 53, of Coleman, went home to the Lord unexpectedly on Thursday, January 16, 2020. Randall was born on June 26, 1966, to Forrest and Bessie (Napier) Barnes in Alma. Randall grew up in St. Louis, MI and graduated from St. Louis High School and attended some college. Randall was a veteran of the United States Army...