Obituary Listing

Dr. George David Shier

Dr. George David Shier

Nov 25, 2025

The service time for Dr. George Shier has been changed from 1:00 pm to 11:00 am on March 14, 2026.

Dr. George David Shier, 89, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2025, in Midland, Michigan. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, George lived a life marked by curiosity, integrity, and quiet strength.

He was born on January 8, 1936, in Columbus,...

Shirley Ann Hodges

Shirley Ann Hodges

Jan 27, 2026

On January 27, 2026, Shirley A. Hodges passed away at the age of 79. A truly selfless and dependable person, Shirley’s unconditional love touched the lives of all she met.

Shirley was born on December 27, 1946, to the late Edmond and Bertha (Kruse) Zegelien in Midland where she was raised and educated. She married the love of her life, Thomas...

Ted L. Eastman, Sr.

Ted L. Eastman, Sr.

Jan 23, 2026

Ted Lee Eastman, Sr. age 87 of Midland, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday January 23, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Ted was the third son of the late James R. and Gladys (Whitehead) Eastman. Born on May 14, 1938, in Mt. Haley Township and lived on the same property most...

Virginia L. Burch

Virginia L. Burch

Jan 22, 2026

Virginia L. Burch, age 87 of Midland, passed away January 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late Orin and Mary (Barton) Beach on March 19, 1938 in Midland, where she was raised and educated, graduating from Midland Highschool in 1955. Virginia went on to work at Pinecrest Farms in Midland, retiring in 1996 after...

Joyce Mae Conklin

Joyce Mae Conklin

Jan 19, 2026

Joyce M. Conklin, age 86 of Midland, passed away on Monday January 19, 2026, at Stratford Pines in Midland. The daughter of the late Richard and Beulah (Unger) Turrell was born in Detroit on January 10, 1940. Joyce attended the 7th Day Church of God, enjoyed playing the piano and listening to music, traveling, fishing, and anything outdoors. On August...

Carole A. Plotzka

Carole A. Plotzka

Jan 18, 2026

Carole A. Plotzka passed away January 18, 2026 in Midland. Her husband, Norman survives her. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. 

Karen Janetha Parelius

Karen Janetha Parelius

Jan 16, 2026

Karen was born in Flint, Michigan, in 1938 and graduated from Flint Central High School in 1957, where she served as editor of the senior yearbook, The Prospectus. She earned a Bachelor of Humanities degree with High Honors, a Master of Music degree in Applied Music (Harp) from Michigan State University, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Educational Administration...

Lela "Gayle" Rugenstein

Lela "Gayle" Rugenstein

Jan 15, 2026

Lela "Gayle" Rugenstein, age 90 of Midland, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at her residence surrounded by loving family. She was born in Pontiac, Michigan on May 16, 1935, daughter of the late Russell and Violet A. (Harroun) Hickson. Gayle was a graduate of Pinconning High School, class of 1955, and in 1962 she married the love of...

Gary Lee Rozinski

Gary Lee Rozinski

Jan 14, 2026

Gary L. Rozinski, age 66, of Midland, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026 with family by his side.

Born on August 2, 1959 in Saginaw, MI, Gary was the beloved son of the late John and Norma Rozinski. He brought warmth and joy to those around him with his kind soul, caring nature, and compassionate spirit. Gary had a...

Patrick Richard Naples

Patrick Richard Naples

Jan 10, 2026

Patrick Richard Naples unexpectedly passed away January 10, 2026, at the young age of 41 in his hometown of Midland, Michigan. Patrick was a kindhearted, very humorous, and spirited man who brought so much joy and laughter to all who knew him.

Born in Midland on October 3, 1984, Patrick graduated from Windover Highschool in 2003. He was a simple man...

Gilbert Daniel Bihn "Gramps"

Gilbert Daniel Bihn "Gramps"

Jan 8, 2026

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Gilbert Daniel Bihn “Gramps”, age 99 of Lee Twp, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born in Midland, on May 31, 1926, to the late John and Nellie (Murray) Bihn. Gilbert served his country honorably with the United States Army during World War II.

Gilbert...

Coral A. Gooch

Coral A. Gooch

Jan 7, 2026

Coral Arvilla Gooch, age 98 passed away Wednesday January 7, 2026, at the Kings Daughter Home with family at her side. She was born June 13th, 1927, in Gladwin Michigan to the late Enson and Sylvia Grice. She married Ralph M. Gooch on June 6th, 1949, in Beaverton MI. They had just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary when Ralph passed...

Sheila Sue Smith-Rogers Jr.

Sheila Sue Smith-Rogers Jr.

Jan 5, 2026

Sheila Sue Smith-Rogers Jr., of Mount Pleasant, Michigan, passed away on January 5, 2026, at the age of 74.

Born on October 11, 1951, in Midland, MI, Sheila was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lilah (Huntoon) Smith. She married James "Jim" Rogers, with whom she shared a joyful and loving life. Together, they were devoted members of Clare Congregational...

Wayne G. Allen

Wayne G. Allen

Jan 4, 2026

Wayne G. Allen, age 89 of Sanford, passed away January 4, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on the family farm in Clare, Michigan on January 27, 1936 to the late Ralph and Beatrice (Hodges) Allen. Wayne faithfully served his country with the United States Army, where he was stationed in Germany for 2 years.

On...

Paul Zielinski

Paul Zielinski

Jan 4, 2026

Paul Zielinski, age 78, of Midland, MI died on January 4, 2026 at home with his loving wife, Elaine, at his side.

He was born in Buffalo, NY in 1947 to Casimir and Clara Zielinski. He attended school in Buffalo and completed his Bachelor of Science degree at SUNY, Buffalo and then proceeded to receive his Master’s degree from Bowling Green...

Vicki Anne Moe

Vicki Anne Moe

Jan 3, 2026

Vicki Anne Moe was a Sanford girl in all reality, although she had lived most recently in Beaverton. Vicki left this earthly life and family on January 3, following a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease, crossing to the wonders, beauty, and glory of the eternity promised and provided by our Lord Jesus. Her loving husband, Tim Moe, was at her...

Dorothy Theresa (Walen) Wernette

Dorothy Theresa (Walen) Wernette

Jan 1, 2026

Dorothy Theresa (Walen) Wernette, aged 95, of Midland peacefully went to be with the Lord Thursday evening, January 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. 

Dorothy was born on November 30, 1930, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to John Charles Walen and Martha Ellen (Gasper) Walen. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Evelyn (Harry) Levandoski and...

Kenneth L. Maloney

Kenneth L. Maloney

Dec 30, 2025

Kenneth L. Maloney passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025 after a long run with Parkinson's Disease. He adamantly refused to give in to the changes that inevitably made his active lifestyle ever more difficult and remained as mobile as he could possibly be through it all.

Ken was born on January 22, 1938 in Hudson, Michigan to William and Sofia...

Chase Cameron LaLonde

Chase Cameron LaLonde

Dec 27, 2025

Chase Cameron LaLonde passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 in Midland, Michigan. He was born on September 26, 1988, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Chase is lovingly remembered by his parents, Lance LaLonde and Susan Sherman LaLonde; his brother, Travis Burns; his grandmother, Alverda LaLonde; his niece, Sadie Witkoske; and his nephew, Michael Witkoske. He also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, cousins...

James A. "Jim" Allen

James A. "Jim" Allen

Dec 24, 2025

James A. (Jim) Allen passed away Dec. 24, 2025 after a courageous 5+ year battle with AML (acute myeloid leukemia). He is survived by is wife of 52 years Anita (Barrie) Bartolomei Allen; his son J. Bryan Allen and daughter in-law Kristina of Midland; his son Geoffrey Allen and daughter in-law Laurie Samuels of Alexandria, VA; and his two much-loved...