Obituaries

Nov 12, 2026

Emma Shattuck, age 72, of Mio, MI, passed away Thursday, November 12th, at home.

Emma was born on January 10, 1954, to the late Ruby (Spoor) and George Burton.

She was from Mesick, MI before moving to Fairview at the age of 10. Emma was a member of the Military Purple Heart. She enjoyed bowling on local leagues, and softball at Northwoods....

Nov 10, 2026

Douglas Phillip Hill, 66, of Mio, MI went home peacefully to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones, after fighting a courageous battle with MDS.

Doug was born on March 19, 1960 to Milton and Charmaine (Ede) Hill. He married the love of his life, Diane, in 2005. Together they shared making memories to...

Nov 6, 2026

Ramon Alfred Peters, 92, of Luzerne, MI, passed away Friday, November 6th. He was born on July 18, 1934 in Petersburg, MI to Henrietta (Winkelman) and Alfred Peters.

Ramon was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved being part of the annual fishing tournaments held at Green Lake, which has become a tradition passed down for generations. Ramon had a passion...

Nov 3, 2026

Cecilia Colleen Kunnath, 74, of Fairview, MI, passed away Tuesday, November 3rd, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw, MI. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 14, 1951, to the late Mildred (Reiman) and Frederick McGee.

Cecilia was a graduate of Servite High School, and graduated from the University of Michigan - Dearborn with an associate's degree in child care. She...

Oct 27, 2026

Rodney Scott Arsenault "Doozer", 61, of Roscommon, MI died peacefully on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

He was a resident of Roscommon for 32 years. Rodney laid flooring of all types for 42 years. He enjoyed family, friends, hunting, two-tracking, and camping.

Surviving are his wife, Kharissa, children, Vannesa Arsenault, Joshua Arsenault, Rodney Arsenault, and step-son Malachi Hazlett, siblings,...

Oct 26, 2026

Perry Troyer, 89, of Fairview passed away peacefully at home on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Surviving are his wife, Alice Troyer, daughters, Katrina, Kristie, Corinna, Heather (James) and son Vaughn. Perry is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Levi and Stella Troyer, sister, Olive, brother, Emerson, and daughter, Teri Tonkel.

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Oct 25, 2026

Oct 19, 2026

Three Heartbreaking Losses. One Family’s Story.  A Community’s Compassion.

In just five months, Aubrey Amadio of Luzerne, Michigan, has lost her father, her younger brother, and her mother. At a time when she needs her family most, she is grieving the very people she would normally turn to for comfort.

On March 10, 2026 Aubrey lost her father, Tom, to heart disease....

Oct 16, 2026

Brigitte (Siebert) Noaker, age 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 16, 2026. Born on September 20, 1939, in Mühlhausen, Germany, Brigitte brought warmth, music, and joy into the world throughout her long and beautiful life.

Brigitte was known above all for her vibrant spirit and her profound love for music. She loved to sing and was a familiar, joyful face...

Oct 10, 2026

Paul M. Pasternak, age 95, of Mio, MI, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2026 at his home.

Paul was born in Saginaw, Michigan on September 12, 1931, a son of the late Mary A. (Bily) and Paul A. Pasternak.

Paul and his wife Beverly moved to Mio from Saginaw in 1976, where they owned and operated Walker's Bar and Bowling Alley until...

Oct 4, 2026

Melissa Leann (Booth) – age 57, of Grand Blanc, MI, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Missy’s Life will be held 2 PM Saturday, October 17, 2026 at the Mio Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1845 South Mt. Tom Road, Mio, MI 48647; Pastor Robert Benson officiating. Missy will be laid to rest, immediately following...

Sep 20, 2026

Daniel James Arbaugh, age 74, of Lewiston, MI, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026. He was born in Grayling, MI on July 6, 1952 to Audrey (McIntyre) Arbaugh and Roy Arbaugh.

Daniel was a graduate of Mio AuSable High School, class of 1971. He married Linda Harmon on May 12, 1972. Daniel worked as an electrical apprentice under his father, Roy....

Sep 15, 2026

Lorene Sally (Oaks) Troyer, 89, of Fairview, Michigan passed away peacefully at her home on September 15, 2026 following a lengthy illness. She was born to Charles and Mary Oaks on December 6, 1936 in Fairview, Michigan.

She married Orlo Marvin Troyer on January 2, 1965. To this union were born three children: Marilyn (Glen) Slaubaugh of Rugby, ND; Edward Troyer...

Sep 12, 2026

Esther Lillian Socia, age 91, of Mio, MI passed away Saturday, September 12, 2026. She was born on November 17, 1934 in Detroit, MI to the late Mildred (Girard) and Robert Rose.

Esther loved puzzles, Skip-Bo, and Bingo. She was a T.O.P.S. member and a member of St. Mary Catholic Church since 1969. Esther was involved in the church choir for...

Sep 5, 2026

Patrick Joseph Campbell, age 66, of Mio, MI, passed away Saturday, September 5, 2026. He was born on February 13, 1960 in Livonia, MI

Pat was raised in Livonia, MI. He loved the north country. Eventually he and his dog, Bandit, moved to the family cabin in Luzerne, MI. Pat didn't have much, but what he had, he was willing to...

Sep 5, 2026

Lyle Yoder, age 20, of Mio, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 5, 2026. He was born on June 20, 2006 in West Branch, Michigan.

He is survived by parents, Edward and Dorothy Ellen Yoder, 4 brothers, Luke Edward Yoder, Lyndon Yoder, Lewis Joel Yoder, and Conrad Joseph Yoder, 2 sisters, Kari Elizabeth Yoder, and Kristina Anne Yoder, grandparents Paul...

Sep 3, 2026

Patrick Michael Pullum, age 64, passed away on September 3, 2026, at Otsego Memorial Hospital. He was born on May 8, 1962, to Benjamin Pullum and Maria Gardner.Patrick devoted 31 years of his life to serving the people of Michigan as a Michigan State Trooper. His commitment to duty, strength of character, and willingness to help others reflected the kind...

Aug 17, 2026

Garry LeRoy Handrich, age 80, passed away on August 17, 2026 at his home with his family. Garry was born in Grayling, Michigan on March 25, 1946, the oldest child of Richard and Ruby Handrich. He attended Fairview Area Schools and entered the United States Army in 1967 and was awarded the Purple Heart after sustaining serious injury in Vietnam....

Aug 16, 2026

Margaret Neaderman

February 4, 1925 – August 16, 2026, age 101, of Roscommon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, at Intercept Healthcare in Roscommon, Michigan.

Margaret lived a remarkable 101 years, leaving behind a legacy of love, family, strength, and countless memories. She was a devoted mother and grandmother who dedicated much of her life to the family she loved...

Aug 8, 2026

Richard "Ricky" Allen Toney, age 63, of Mio, MI, passed away Saturday, August 8th, 2026 at home.

Ricky was born in Detroit, Michigan on November 30, 1962, to Phyllis Gilliland and Walter Toney. He was a truck driver for many years, giving him to opportunity to travel. Ricky was a generous and kind-hearted man who loved Jesus, his grand-babies, and above...