Obituaries

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...

Jan 21, 2024

Sandra L. Dewey, age 64, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. She was born on May 20, 1959, to Harvey and Dorothy (Robertson) Miller in Greenville, South Carolina.

Sandra dedicated several years of her life to Adult Foster Care and later she worked as a cook at a hospital. Sandra also manages Scott’s Pizza...

Jan 17, 2024

Claire Jacobson, age 101, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Born on April 18, 1922, to Allen Frederick and Anna (Ruppe) in Windsor, Ontario.

On October 16, 1943, Claire married Douglas C. Jacobson in Neosho, Missouri, and together they shared 64 years of marriage until his passing in 2007. Claire was raised in Ironwood,...

Jan 15, 2024

Keith Kliewoneit, age 66, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024, after a courageous battle with MS. Born on October 1, 1957, to Fritz and Yvonne (Ogg) Kliewoneit in Gladwin. In March 1986, Keith united in marriage with his lifelong partner, Lori Blackmer. Throughout their journey together, Keith found joy and fulfillment in various pursuits. He had...

Jan 14, 2024

Joan F. David, 76, of Gladwin, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on June 10, 1947, to George and Ann (Maher) Dubay in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Houston, Texas.

Joan's life was marked by a legacy of kindness, dedication, and active involvement in her community....

Jan 14, 2024

Leona Rose Swartzentruber, 6, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, in the arms of her Mom and Dad. She was born on November 30, 2017, and by God’s Grace, battled her illness, and lived beyond all expectations. She was loved beyond words. Leona was always following her parents and loved being with the adults. She would watch Daniel...

Jan 12, 2024

Lyle Mahaffy, age 84, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024, in Summerfield, Florida. Born on October 19, 1939, to Basil and Neva Mahaffy in Marlette.

Lyle was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Ruth Ann Mahaffy. His professional journey included working for Chevrolet in Flint and later with Creative Foam in Fenton, where...

Jan 10, 2024

Keith Humbert, 100, passed away on January 10, 2024 in Midland. Keith was born on January 17, 1923, in Saginaw. He is preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Inez and granddaughter Cara Thompson.

He is survived by his children Dale (Julie) Humbert of Saginaw, Carol (Lynn) Thompson of Harbor Beach, and Diane (George) Lahner...

Jan 7, 2024

Jeffrey Alan Fassett passed away on January 7, 2023, after a courageous fight with cancer. Jeff was born to Richard and Mary Ann Fassett in Gladwin on June 2, 1961. He was 62 years old and was devoted to his family.

Jeff was a charmer. Everyone who knew him, loved him for his warm embrace, his generous...

Jan 7, 2024

John A. Frank, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 7, 2024. He was born on September 3, 1964, to Thomas Frank and MaryEllen Fisher in Lansing, John was a hardworking individual who took pride in running his own Handyman Services. He had a passion for fixing things, working, hunting, and fishing. He was always calling and had his family...

Jan 7, 2024

Maxine May Young, 95, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Gladwin. Maxine was born on May 25, 1928, in Gladwin, the daughter of M.J. and Adelia (Swinehart) Huber. She was the second youngest of 13 children and devoted wife for more than 50 years to Kenneth Young. He preceded her in death...