John W. Gunn
Mar 30, 2026
John Gunn passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side, on Monday, March 30, 2026. He was born in Flint, MI on July 20, 1929 to the late John and Dorothy (Hammel) Gunn. John grew up in Mio, MI before joining the Army in 1951.
He married the love of his life, Lillian, on August 22, 1955. John and...
Ronald T. Sievertson
Mar 29, 2026
Ronald Thomas Sievertson, age 71, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
He was born in Grosse Pointe, MI on March 7, 1955. Ron was a longtime resident of Luzerne, MI. He was active in supporting our veterans. Ron enjoyed taking his daughter to Munising, collecting coins, and watching Nascar. He loved hunting and fishing, his beloved boxer, Rowdy, and so...
David Allen Barley, Sr.
Mar 27, 2026
David Allen Barley, Sr., age 69, of Mio, MI, passed away Friday, March 27th, at his home
In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Thomas A. Liss
Mar 24, 2026
Thomas Anthony Liss, age 80, of Mio, MI, passed away Tuesday, March 24th, at the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann Arbor, MI. He was born in Detroit, MI on January 3, 1946, to the late Steven and Stella (Stawarz) Liss.
Tom owned and operated Mio Plumbing for many years. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Mio,...
William LeRoy "Twig" Yoder
Mar 15, 2026
LeRoy Yoder, fondly know to many as “Twig”, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MI.
Twig was born on October 7, 1944 in Fairview, MI. Twig was the second child of Hub and Eloise Yoder. Twig was blessed with six siblings who he maintained close relationships with. Twig married the love of his...
Russell Lee Tappan, Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
Russell Lee Tappan, Jr., age 72 of Mio, Michigan, passed away at his home on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Russell was born in Detroit, Michigan on April 6, 1953 to Russell Lee and Virginia Louise (Barlow) Tappan, Sr. He grew up in Garden City, Michigan and graduated from Garden City East High School with the Class of 1972. Russell married his...
John L. Brown
Mar 9, 2026
John L. Brown, age 85, of Michigan, passed away on March 9, 2026, at Grayling Hospital.
John was born on February 19, 1941, in Mio, Michigan, to the late Elgin, Sr. and Mary (McSkulin) Brown. He lived a life centered around family, friendship, and the activities he loved most.
John was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Viola Brown, Margaret...
Ronald L. Mitchell
Mar 6, 2026
Ronald Mitchell, age 81 of Luzerne, Michigan, passed away on March 6, 2026 in Panama City Beach, Florida. Ron was born on February 8, 1945 in Grayling, Michigan to the late Everett W. (Pick) and Lois J. (Buchanan) Mitchell.
Ron grew up in Luzerne, where he enjoyed life with his three brothers, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He loved family, the...
Dawn (Theanna) Englehart
Feb 28, 2026
Dawn (Theanna) Englehart, age 82, of Mio, MI, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. She was born in Saginaw, MI on December 7, 1943 to the late Bob and Betty (Smith) Vance.
Dawn loved spending time with her family. She enjoyed watching the birds by the bird feeders, especially the woodpeckers and cardinals. Dawn always wanted a hug; she would...
Jay Patrick Barnett
Feb 25, 2026
"On February 25 2026, just before his 67th birthday, Jay Patrick Barnett found eternal peace. He was fondly known as Pat, Patty Wack, Uncle Pat, the Fireman.. But most importantly Dad and Papa.
On St. Patrick’s Day in 1959, Jay was born to young parents, MaryAnna (née. nelson) and the late J C Barnett. His younger years were not perfect, and...
Joseph D. Shima
Feb 24, 2026
Joseph Daniel Shima, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 18, 1947 to the late Michael and Mary (Baranek) Shima.
He was known by many as 'Brother Joe'. Joe graduated from L'Arise Creuse High School, where he continued to work, and eventually retire as the school custodian. He spent many years...
Tammy Zell Mayse
Feb 19, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Tammy Zell Mayse, who left this world on February 19, 2026, just one day shy of her 51st birthday. Tammy passed peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family and friends, after a brave and tenacious battle with Lymphoma.
Born on February 20, 1975, in Huntington, WV, Tammy...
Richard Shwary
Feb 19, 2026
In Loving Memory of Richard (Rick) Shwary1943 – 2026Richard "Rick" Shwary, age 83, of Curran, Michigan, passed away on February 19, 2026. Rick was a man of immense resilience whose life served as a testament to the power of a positive will.Born in Montreal, Canada, on December 8, 1943, Rick was the beloved adopted son of the late Julia Shwary....
James R. Ehrle
Feb 19, 2026
James (Jim) Ehrle, born in Belfield, North Dakota on 8-24-1930, quietly passed away on the morning of 2-19-2026. Jim was a loving, caring, very humorous and witty husband, father and friend.
Jim was drafted into the army on his 18th birthday during the Korean Conflict, yet never deployed overseas. He was kept stateside with kidney stones when his platoon shipped out....
Ellen Maree Fredrickson
Feb 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ellen Maree Fredrickson
March 7, 1939 – February 2, 2026
Ellen Maree Fredrickson, age 86, of Bellaire, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at Meadowbrook Care Facility. Ellen was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother whose love and kindness touched all who knew her.
She is survived by her children: Deborah (Bud) Wolgamott, Larry (Liza)...
Twila Jean Kauffman
Jan 25, 2026
Twila (Handrich) Kauffman was born on a farm near Mio, Michigan on April 30, 1933 to Harvey and Ruby Handrich. She died on January 25, 2026 while living at Hillman Haven Assisted living. She married Boyd Kauffman on August 29, 1953. They had three children Doyle (Lori) Kauffman, Robin (John) Winton, Janelle (Mike) Sauer.She attended Fairview Mennonite Church in Fairview....
Robert Wendell Green, Sr.
Jan 24, 2026
Robert “Bob” Green, Sr., age 89, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026, surrounded by the family he cherished.
Born on October 25, 1936, in Pontiac,Michigan, Bob lived a long, full life rooted in loyalty, hard work, and a deep love and respect for the outdoors and the people around him. In his youth, Bob was known across the region as...
Charles E. Welser
Jan 24, 2026
Charles Emil Welser, age 66, of Lewiston, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Charles was born on April 9, 1959, in St. Clair, Michigan, to Andrew Welser and Rose (Huff) Welser, both of whom preceded him in death.
Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Army, who completed his...
David Owen Quinn
Jan 22, 2026
David Owen Quinn
COMINS, MI — It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Owen Quinn, 71, who died peacefully at his Comins home on January 22, 2026.
Born November 17, 1954, to the late James and Barbara Quinn, David was a lifelong Michigander with deep roots in his community. He was a proud graduate of Caseville High...
Beverly Jo Lane
Jan 15, 2026
Beverly Jo Lane, beloved mother, wife and cherished friend, age 81 of Mio, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026 at home, surrounded with her family by her side.
Beverly was born in Saginaw, Michigan on May 13, 1944. She was the daughter of the late Rodney and Dorothy Sells. She grew up in New Lothrop and graduated from New...
