Michael A. Parent
Jul 19, 2026
Michael Anthony Parent, 67, of Fairview, MI, passed away Sunday, July 19th, 2026 at home.
Mike was born in Wyandotte, Michigan on May 22, 1959, to the late Sally (Pawelczyk) and Herbert William Parent II. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mike had a gift for storytelling, captivating everyone with sound effects that made every story unforgettable. Above all, he loved being...
Jeanette M. Schultz
Jul 17, 2026
Jeanette Marie Schultz, loving wife of Richard Schultz of Mio, MI, passed peacefully in her sleep, Friday, July 17, 2026. She had battling cancer the last few months of her life. Jeanette was born in Detroit, MI on May 4, 1951, where she spent her childhood and teen years. She married Richard in February of 2006. Jeanette enjoyed cooking, computer...
Donald R. Troyer
Jul 17, 2026
Donald Ray Troyer
October 4, 1935 – July 17, 2026
Donald Ray Troyer, 90, of Fairview, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026, in Alpena, Michigan, with his family by his side.
Donald was born on October 4, 1935, to Joseph and Violet (Kaufman) Troyer. A lifelong resident of Fairview, Donald committed his life to his family and his community. On...
Loretta H. Kischnick
Jul 16, 2026
Loretta H. Kischnick, age 85 of Lewiston, Michigan, passed away at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Loretta was born in Saginaw, Michigan on March 21, 1941 to Maurice and Loretta MacArthur. She attended and graduated from Arthur Hill High School with the Class of 1959. She met John “Jack” Kischnick, and they were married...
David P. Welters
Jul 14, 2026
David Paul Welters, 70, of Mio, Michigan, passed away on July 14, 2026.
Born on December 17, 1955, in Newberry, Michigan, David was known to many as "Cable Dave" from his years working in the cable industry. He also owned and operated Jig's UP Bait and Tackle for sixteen years, where he shared his passion for fishing with the community.
David enjoyed...
Sondra "Sondie" Jean Houlton
Jul 9, 2026
Sondra “Sondie” Jean (Booth) Houlton, age 87 of Mio, Michigan, passed away peacefully at The Brook of Grayling on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Sondie was born in Mio, Michigan on May 20, 1939 to George and Faye (Smith) Booth. She attended Mio AuSable School and graduated as Valedictorian with the Class of 1957. Sondie attended Anderson College for one year before...
Lois J. Wehrmeister
Jul 7, 2026
Lois was born and raised in Detroit Michigan by her German parents Arthur and Clara Srull and moved to Mio for further residency with her husband Donald. Lois was in the first graduating class of Detroit Lutheran High. As an avid reader Lois worked for the Detroit Public Library for 20 years and often shared her love of reading by...
Oliver B. Hall
Jul 6, 2026
Oliver Brady Hall, age 93 of Fairview, Michigan, passed away at his home in Fairview, Michigan on Monday, July 6, 2026.
Oliver was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 30, 1933 to Walter A. and Arlene Edith (Richardson) Hall. He began his schooling at the Drennan one-room school in Lynn Township (in Michigan’s thumb area). The family later moved to Dearborn,...
Marple Smith
Jul 5, 2026
Marple Smith
September 27, 1947 - July 5, 2026
Marple “Marp” Smith, 78, of Fairview, MI passed away on July 5, 2026 at MediLodge of Tawas City, MI.
He was born in Sellersville, PA, a son of the late John Matthew and Lizzie Mae (Freed) Smith.
Marp attended Pennridge High School, class of 1965, followed by a year-and-a-half at Messiah College in Grantham, PA.
In...
Ruby E. Jenner
Jul 1, 2026
Ruby Ella Jenner, 87, of Fairview, Michigan went home to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on July 1st,, 2026 at her Hillman’s Haven Assisted Living apartment. Ruby was born on March 29th, 1939 in Comins, Michigan, to Sheridan and Verna (Gusler) Rhoads. She joined her siblings on the farm.
Ruby attended Comins Elementary school then on to Fairview High school...
DL Sellers
Jun 6, 2026
DL Sellers, 75, of Luzerne, MI passed away on June 6, 2026. He was surrounded by family and passed away peacefully at home.
DL was born on October 19, 1950, in Pontiac, MI. He graduated from Almont High School in 1968. DL retired from General Motors after 30 years of employment. He served as a volunteer firefighter, with the Addison Township...
Madean E. Hennig
Jun 6, 2026
Madean Emory Hennig, age 78, of Mio, MI, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026. She was born in Chicago, IL on May 14, 1948.
There are no services at this time.
Arrangements handled by Lashley Funeral Home, Mio.
Margaret A. Merkle
Jun 5, 2026
Margaret Ann Merkle
Aug 11, 1956 — Jun 5, 2026
Franklin
Margaret Farthing Merkle, age 69, of Franklin, Tennessee passed away following a fall in her home on June 5, 2026.
Margaret was born on August 11, 1956 in Midland, Michigan and grew up in Mio, Michigan. She was one of seven siblings born to Bill and Barbara Farthing, deceased.
She enjoyed traveling and visited...
Daniel C. Ellis
May 22, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Casey Ellis, who left this world far too soon on May 22, 2026, at the age of 28. Born on June 27, 1997, in Saginaw, Michigan, Daniel, lovingly known as “Bubba” by those closest to him was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend. He...
Robert "Bob" R. Roman
May 22, 2026
Robert “Bob” Roman, 78, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026. Born in Detroit, Michigan on December 15, 1947, Bob, of Polish heritage, lived a life rooted in hard work, faith, family, and simple joys.
A devoted Roman Catholic, Bob was the beloved son of the late Edward R and Bernice F Roman. He is lovingly survived by his children, Brian,...
Walter Marvin Paris, Sr.
May 18, 2026
Walter Marvin Paris, Sr., age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, May 18, 2026.
Walt served on the Regimental Combat Team in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany before becoming a Green Beret. After his military service, Walt worked in manufacturing and later at age 57, went back to college. He earned an associate's degree...
Theresa E. Birk
May 12, 2026
Theresa Elizabeth Birk, age 78, of Mio, Michigan, passed away at home, Tuesday, May 12th, 2026. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan on February 7, 1948, to the late Vera M.(Kauffman ) and Thomas A. Shea.
Theresa was a "knit whiz," knitting everything from baptismal gowns, to hats for cancer patients and newborns. She retired as a manager from Weyerhaeuser in...
Marilyn J. Marsh
May 3, 2026
Marilyn Jean Marsh, 95, of Comins, MI, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026 at Vassar Comfort Care in Vassar, MI. She was born in Reese, MI on February 11, 1931 to the late Howard and Arlene (Krick) Weber.
Marilyn loved animals. She would feed the deer and turkey around her home in Comins. She also loved birdwatching and quilting. Marilyn was...
Edward R. Daniels
Apr 21, 2026
Edward Ray Daniels, age 48, of Goodrich, MI, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026 in Naperville, IL. He was born in Madison Heights, MI on November 14, 1977, to Raymond and Jeanette (Avery) Daniels.
Eddie was always a go-getter; he worked so hard to get to where he was in life. He was proud to work for AirBorn, Inc. Eddie was...
Thomas C. Ritchie, Sr.
Apr 19, 2026
Thomas C. Ritchie
March 25, 1943 — April 19, 2026
Thomas Carl Ritchie, 83, of Cassatt, South Carolina, passed away on April 19, 2026, in Camden, South Carolina, due to complications from colon cancer.
Tom was born in Clayton, Georgia, on March 25, 1943. He married Beverly Pearl Siple on June 20, 1964, and they shared 50 years of marriage. Tom proudly served...
