Obituaries

Sep 5, 2024

John Thomas Maher III, age 53, of Gladwin, Michigan passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024 in Tawas City, Michigan while vacationing. He was born the son of John and Joyce (Black) Maher II on December 7, 1970 in Columbus, Ohio. He graduated from Gladwin High School and later went on to work as an oil rig driller for...

Sep 5, 2024

Dora M. Carrier, age 74, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on Thursday, September 5, 2024, while doing what she loved, spending time with her family, sewing, and making beautiful quilts. Above all else, Dora loved her family and recently had the pleasure of watching two of her granddaughters get married and welcomed her first great-granddaughter into the family.

Sep 4, 2024

Daniel A.. Mercer, age 66, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. He was born on April 9, 1958, to John Henry Mercer and Helen Gray in Gladwin, MI. Daniel was a dedicated employee of Brown Machine, where he worked as a Machinist for 45 years.

His love for the outdoors, especially hunting, brought him...

Sep 3, 2024

Nancy Letourneau, age 80, of Hale, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. She was born on March 19, 1944, in Wayne County, MI, to Richard and June (Brown) Shellenbarger. In October of 1963, Nancy married the love of her life, Ronald Letourneau, in Westland, MI. They shared many years filled with love and memories until his passing in...

Aug 30, 2024

David H. McMullen, age 79, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. He was born on June 7, 1945, the son of David and Gertrude (Kohler) McMullen, in Detroit, MI. Dave retired from Boilermaker Local 169 in 2007 and turned his hobby, farming, into his second career. He married Maxine Cooper, together they had one son and...

Aug 29, 2024

Jean Walker, age 95, of Beaverton, passed away on Thursday, August 29, 2024. She was born on February 11, 1929, the daughter of Stanley and Julia Mae Poplewski, in Highland Park, MI. Jean was proud of her work as a telephone operator for Bell Telephone in the 1940s-1950s. Jean married her first husband Roy Tyranski, and they had three...

Aug 29, 2024

Donald E Welch, age 97, passed away on Thursday August 29, 2024 at the Brook in Gladwin. He was born on May 24, 1927, the son of Leslie and Eloise (Duryea) Welch in Carson City, MI. Don attended Chapel Dam Country School, and then Gladwin High School. After high school Don began working at Dow Chemical Company until he...

Aug 25, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” Dell Kaleto, age 89, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born on July 19, 1935, in Royal Oak, MI, he was the son of Roy and Helen Kaleto. On June 29, 1956, Jerry married the love of his life, Inez Robinson, in Gladwin. They shared 68 years of love and memories together. Jerry worked...

Aug 24, 2024

David J. LaMontain III, age 69, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024. He was born on August 23, 1955, in Albany, NY, to David J. LaMontain Jr. and Mary Jane Allen.

Known for his outgoing and sociable nature, David was a true people person. His infectious sense of humor and ability to make those...

Aug 23, 2024

Dolly Fowler, age 83, of Midland, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024. Born on November 29, 1940, the daughter of Andrew and Gladys Brisbin in Muskegon, Michigan.

She dedicated 26 years of her career as a crew leader and silicone lab technician at Dow Corning's Hemlock and Midland site, retiring in 1999. Her contributions extended...

Aug 21, 2024

Carlton (Carl) F. Slater, 86, of Gladwin, Michigan, died peacefully surrounded by family on August 21, 2024.

Carlton was born in Harrisville, MI, to Carlton and Isabella Slater on June 11, 1938. Carl was the youngest of 5 siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents, his sisters: Shirley Grassmick, Alice Moore, Nancy Watz and Donna...

Aug 21, 2024

Iris McCormick-Dunnam, age 67, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. She was born on January 7, 1957, in Davison, MI, to Donald and Helen Maxine (Berry) McCormick. On July 6, 2016, Iris married Kimberly Dunnam in Gladwin, MI, solidifying a loving bond that brought them much happiness. Iris was a dedicated employee at Hi Tech Building...

Aug 21, 2024

John E. Bauman, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. He was born on November 24, 1942, in Wyandotte, MI, to Julius and Beatrice (Snider) Bauman. John dedicated his career to public service as a Police Officer for the City of Southgate, retiring as a Lieutenant after many years of service. After his retirement, he...

Aug 18, 2024

William Henry Gruno, age 60, of Gladwin, suddenly passed away on Sunday, August 18, 2024. He was born on February 18, 1964, the son of Wesley and Gurtrude Gruno. Willie enjoyed the outdoors, spending time with his loved ones, and had a passion for music.

He is survived by his girlfriend of many years: Marlene Talaga; children:...

Aug 15, 2024

Mary Ann Fassett, age 87 of Beaverton, Michigan, went home to Jesus peacefully, with family at her side, on August 15, 2024. She was born to Raymond Cook and Jennie (Casey) Cook on March 29th, 1937 in Dearborn, Mi.

Mary Ann was the oldest of 4 children, her following two siblings shared her birthday which made it...

Aug 14, 2024

Donna M. Detzler, 83, of Beaverton sadly passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at MidMichigan Medical Center. She was born on August 1, 1941, in Coleman, the daughter of the late Calvin & Thelma (Bauder) Herkel. Donna M. Detzler married Michael J. Detzler on March 17, 1962.

Donna was a beacon of love and wisdom, touching...

Aug 11, 2024

Carol Lee (Brunke) Thompson, age 76, of Midland, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2024. Born on November 12, 1947, in St. Joseph, MI, she was the beloved daughter of Ralph and Emma (Bohl) Brunke. Carol married the love of her life, Tony Thompson, and they cherished 44 years of love and memories together.

A dedicated scholar,...

Aug 7, 2024

Ronald E Kolodziej, 79, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. He was born on July 14, 1945, the son of Edward and Ann Kolodziej in Southfield. He was united in marriage to Suzann Kean and together shared over 40 years of marriage. She preceded him in death in 2012.

They moved to Rose City after retirement,...

Aug 6, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael John Loar on August 6, 2024, at the age of 72. Mike was born on February 8, 1952 in Gladwin to Leo and Bernadine (Edgar) Loar. Mike was the youngest of nine children.

He grew up on the farm, where he learned his hard work...

Jul 29, 2024

Robert Olin Hughes, Jr., 73, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2024. He was born on November 17, 1950, the son of Robert Sr. and Edith “Deanie” (Thomas) Hughes, in Gladwin. He was a former trucker, which he enjoyed. He later moved on to open a tree removal service of his own, "Trees Extracted."

Robert...