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...
Wendy K. Denman
Apr 17, 2026
Wendy K. Denman, age 75, of Fairview, MI, passed away at Medilodge of Hillman, on Friday, April 17, 2026. She was born in Elkhart, IN on July 30, 1950 to the late Wilbur and Cleo (Miller) Ternet.
Wendy worked for Miles Pharmaceuticals in Elkhart, IN, before becoming the CFO for Cadence Communications, Inc. She loved her dogs and her family. Wendy...
Linda Kay Chaney
Apr 13, 2026
Linda Kay Chaney, age 78 of Mio, Michigan, passed away at her home on Monday, April 13, 2026.
Linda was born in Pontiac, Michigan on May 19, 1947 to Orville and Barbara (Ridgeway) Sayles. She married Alfred Chaney on December 23, 1975 in Clarksville, Tennessee. The couple retired to the family property in Mio in 2015 from Redwood, New York, where...
Larry A. Gooch
Apr 4, 2026
Larry Allen Gooch, 64, of Mio, MI, passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI to the late James and Wilma Gooch. Larry later made Mio his home for more than 25 years.
Known affectionately as a walking encyclopedia, Larry had an unquenchable curiosity. Whatever he didn't...
Mildred "Millie" L. Socia
Apr 3, 2026
Mildred "Millie" Lorraine Socia, age 94, of Fairview, MI, passed away at home on Friday, April 3, 2026. She was born on March 9, 1932 in Detroit, MI to the late Fred and Thelma (Baine) Carrier.
Millie loved her Lord and Savior. She was known to read her bible everyday. Millie also had a fondness for drawing and painting. She loved...
John W. Winton, Jr.
Apr 2, 2026
John William Winton, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 69. John was born November 9, 1956 to John Sr. and Pauline Winton in West Branch, Michigan. He married Robin (Kauffman) on August 7, 1980 and together they had two children, Dustin Winton and Heidi (Anthony) Hyde. John was a proud grandpa of his...
John "Jack" 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.
