Obituaries

Mar 5, 2024

Tracy P. Moon, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at the age of 57. He was born on May 9, 1966, to Roger and Patricia Moon in Gladwin.

Tracy was united in marriage to his loving wife, Tammy, on June 8, 1996. Together, they shared many cherished moments and built a beautiful life.

Mar 2, 2024

Dianne E. Proulx passed from this world on March 02, 2024, after an extended illness. Dianne was born May 15, 1937. As a young single woman, Dianne made her way in the world at a time when it was far more difficult to be a single woman with a career. As a telephone operator, she began when a there...

Mar 2, 2024

Thomas Baker, 60, of Beaverton, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024. He was born on August 13, 1963, to John and Nadine (Berkey) Baker in Garden City, Michigan.

Thomas dedicated many years of his life to working as a detailer on cars. Outside of work, he found joy and fulfillment in various hobbies, including hunting and...

Feb 24, 2024

Larry Mansfield, 79, of Gladwin passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on February 24, 2024. Larry was born on July 15, 1944 in Gladwin to Russ and Dusty (Fritz) Mansfield. After graduating from Gladwin High School he joined the U.S. Navy, serving on the U.S.S. Forrestal. He married Becky Williams in 1973 in Gladwin. During...

Feb 22, 2024

Robert Allen Conley, 44, of Gladwin, passed away suddenly on February 22, 2024. He was born on July 12, 1979, in Petoskey, Michigan, the beloved son of Michael and Diane Conley.

Bob graduated from Gladwin High School and furthered his education at ITT Tech and Mid Michigan Community College. He embarked on a career in plastics manufacturing,...

Feb 21, 2024

Robert E. Jenkinson, age 79, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. He was born on December 15, 1944, the son of Maurice and Selma Jenkinson, in Pontiac, Michigan.

Robert was member of the Community of Christ Church in Gladwin, for many years.

He is survived by his brother: Donald (Tami) Jenkinson;...

Feb 15, 2024

Ardis A. Larkin, age 89, of Beaverton, peacefully passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024. She was born on July 18, 1934, the daughter of Clare Yager and Margueritte Burr, in Beaverton.

On February 28, 1952, Ardis was united in marriage to Jack Larkin, in Beaverton. Together, they shared a beautiful life filled with love, laughter, and...

Feb 13, 2024

Barbara Louise Johnson, age 75, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. She was born on September 9, 1947, the daughter of Ralph and Naomi Johnson in Flint, MI.

Barbara dedicated many years of her life to her work, starting on the production line at Fisher Body in Flint and later at Simpson Industries in...

Feb 13, 2024

Rita Bills, age 68, of Gladwin, passed away on February 13, 2024. She was born on September 25, 1955, to William and Dorothy Netmop in West Branch. Rita was married to John Bills and together they shared many cherished memories.

She loved going on scenic car rides, taking trips to the casino, indulging in shopping adventures, and...

Feb 7, 2024

John "J.J." Eisler, age 79, of Beaverton, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. He was born on February 17, 1944, the son of Joseph and Elsie (Bain) Eisler in Riverside, California. On November 7, 1964, he was united in marriage to Janet Mueller in Saginaw. John dedicated many years of his life to General Motors until his retirement....

Feb 1, 2024

Raymond J. Headley Jr., age 58, of Mancelona, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. He was born on December 14, 1965, the son of Raymond Sr. and Helen (Scriver) Headley.

Raymond attended culinary school and worked for various restaurants over his career. In 2000, he experienced a major accident that left him unable to work. Despite...

Feb 1, 2024

Jennette Govitz, age 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. She was born on December 20, 1946, the daughter of Russell DeBolt and Katherine Meyer, in Saginaw, MI. Jennette worked as a dental assistant until her retirement. On July 3, 1964, she married John Govitz in Gladwin, and they shared 58 years of love and memories...

Feb 1, 2024

Gladys L. Dwyer, age 83, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. She was born on February 23, 1940, the daughter of Charles and Lucille Wells, in Cadillac, MI. On May 9, 1959, she married John Dwyer, and they shared many years of love and memories until his passing in 2015.

Gladys enjoyed birdwatching, the...

Jan 31, 2024

Michael Scott Lippard age 60 of Houston, Texas passed away suddenly on January 31, 2024.   He had spent an enjoyable day attending a golf tournament in Chandler Arizona with friends.  He graduated from the University of Southern Florida with a BSCE- Civil Engineering with emphasis on environmental engineering degree.  He had recently been promoted to Vice President at Griffin...

Jan 31, 2024

Linda M. David, age 62, of Beaverton, passed away on January 31, 2024. She was born on May 29, 1961, the daughter of Ed and Mary Sheppard. On November 18, 1983, she was united in marriage to Michael David, who preceded her in death in 2018.

Linda found joy in gardening, canning, and most of all, spending...

Jan 31, 2024

Helen M. Lieberman, age 94, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. She was born on August 18, 1929, to Truman and Edna (Brockway) Peach in Howell. On December 27, 1947, she married Harold Lieberman, who preceded her in death in 2003. Helen worked as a secretary for Howell Public Schools until her retirement in 1973. In...

Jan 29, 2024

John Charles (“Charlie”) Wolohan, 89, of Gladwin, MI, and Venice, FL, passed on Jan. 29, 2024. He died at his home in Venice after a long illness.

He was born on April 25, 1934, to Thomas and Charlotte (nee Parshall) Wolohan of Gladwin. He married the former Darlene Bailey on Nov. 24, 1956, and they had five...

Jan 26, 2024

Wendy L. Kareus, age 68, of Sand Lake, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024. She was born on September 2, 1955, to Donald and Emogene Hillier in Gladwin. Wendy graduated from Gladwin High School, raised her family in Beaverton, and spent the last 14 years in Sand Lake. She was a dedicated member of Christ Our Savior Lutheran...

Jan 21, 2024

Wesley V. Wibley, age 91, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was born on August 24, 1932, to Wesley and Mildred (Keller) Wibley in Ohio. On December 14, 1953, he married Anita Page, and they shared a loving journey together.

Wesley proudly served in the United States Army and later enjoyed a fulfilling...

Jan 21, 2024

June I. Buck, age 93, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. She was born on June 10, 1930, to Frank and Maude Cornell in Beaverton. On August 7, 1948, she married Earl Buck in Beaverton, and they enjoyed a loving marriage until his passing in 2010. June had a zest for life and found joy in...