Obituary Listing

Aug 19, 2025

Richard Allen Boyer, age 92 of Midland, died August 19, 2025 in Midland, Michigan.  He was born in Saginaw, Michigan on February 3, 1933 to the late Allen G. and Georgia M. Boyer. Richard graduated from Beaverton High School in 1952.  He enlisted in the U.S. Army in September 1952 during the Korean War.

On September 5,...

Aug 17, 2025

Kim Patrick Woods, age 78 of Midland, passed away August 17, 2025 at the Toni and Trish House in Fisherville. He was born in Midland on March 29, 1947 to the late Emerson and Edith (Kocisky) Woods.

Surviving are his children, Carla Woods of Midland and Krisanna (Barry) Barbernell of Orange County, CA; grandchildren, Elliott, Isaac, Isabella...

Aug 14, 2025

Shirley E. Bork, age 89 of Bay City, passed away August 14, 2025 at her home. She was born in Midland on January 2, 1936 to the late Charles and Marion (Lamont) McAnallen. Shirley enjoyed going for walks with her dogs and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her children, Bill Sabastian, Scott Bork...

Aug 11, 2025

Robert ONeal Moor, age 81 of Sanford, passed away August 11, 2025 with family by his side.  He was born in Anson, Texas on November 13, 1943 to the late Lonnie and Sarah (Hughes) Moor.  Robert served his country honorably with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He married the former Terry Grigar in May of 1994...

Aug 10, 2025

Elizabeth Perry follows beloved husband, John, leaving daughters, Linda Ann Pung, Norma Jean Perry, and son, John Robert Perry. Two granddaughters, Lori Lynn Pung and Jenny Marie and Casey Gruzhit, and two dearly loved great granddaughters, Brenna Graceanne and Leyna Lynn.

She was a member of Our Lady of Grace Church in Sanford and recently, St. Brigid...

Aug 6, 2025

Shirlee Mae (Brant) Townsend, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away August 6, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born on June 17, 1932 to the late Alex and Leah (Cone) Brant in Midland. She was a 1950 graduate of Midland High School, attended Central Michigan University and later graduated from M.J. Murphy School of...

Jul 29, 2025

Annalee Briggs, age 79 of Sanford, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, July 29, 2025. She was born on December 11, 1945 in Midland. She married Gary Briggs on January 25, 1969 in her parents' home. They had two children who they raised in the family home located behind the business on Saginaw Road. From 2005 until 2020,...

Jul 23, 2025

Saundra Kay (Hoverman) Batcke, age 82 of Midland MI died at StoryPoint Midland on Wednesday, July 23 2025 with her husband and son at her bedside.

Saundra was born on October 26, 1942 at her home in Mapleton MI, daughter of Edward Lee and Bernice Helen (Sweitzer) Hoverman.  The family moved to a farm in Auburn MI...

Jul 23, 2025

Robert Earl Moe (Bob), of Midland, passed away Wednesday July 23, 2025 at the age of 100.  Bob was born February 19, 1925 to the late William and Lucille (Irelan) in Midland.  Bob was married to Mildred Catherine Horning on July 15, 1944.  Mildred passed in 2007.  They had 63 wonderful years together.

After graduating High School,...

Jul 22, 2025

Donald L. Clarke, age 73 of Midland, passed away on Tuesday July 22, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center. The son of the late Donald H. and Sally (Ahlberg) was born in Bay City on April 30, 1952. Don graduated with a Bachelor's of Science and started his career with Dow Chemical. He then went on to work and retire...

Jul 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Kathleen M. Batchelor (Gwardinski), age 66, of Falmouth, Michigan.  Surrounded by family, Kathy went home with God early on July 14, 2025.  Born on August 21, 1958, Kathy was known for her warm spirit, remarkable selflessness, and her contagiously kind personality.

Thriving on serving others,...

Jul 14, 2025

Harold (Harry) J. Mohr, 99 of Midland, died July 14, 2025, in the company of his loving family. He was born in Saginaw on August 24, 1925, to the late Jacob and Catherine (Ryle) Mohr. Harry married Berniece (Sonsmith) on November 6, 1948, at St. Brigid Church, Midland. Together Harry and Berniece raised two sons.

Harry left...

Jul 13, 2025

Betty L. Koenders, resident of Rochester, New York and formerly of Midland, Michigan passed away July 13, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born in Mancelona, Michigan on April 6, 1932 to Raymond and Clara (Baker) Flynn. Betty was a member of Open Door Baptist Church in Churchville, New York and was always a fan of both...

Jul 12, 2025

Dean Noack, age 93 of Midland, Michigan, passed away on July 12, 2025 at Toni and Trish House.  He was born on January 20, 1932 to the late Paul and Lena (Skinner) Noack.  Dean was a lifelong resident of Midland County.  As a youth, he attended the Gordonville School and graduated from Midland High School in 1950.  Following graduation,...

Jun 30, 2025

Esther lived a joyful 100 years. She was born on January 26, 1925, in Lisbon, North Dakota, to Danish immigrants Henri P. and Lydia (Palmvig) Fugl. Although times were difficult on the family farm during the Great Depression and a 7-year drought, Esther fondly remembered how her family worked hard, persevered, and met life's challenges with resilience and good...

Jun 24, 2025

R. Douglas Behr of Midland passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 24th, 2025 at the age of 96. He was born on July 20th, 1928 to Alfred Behr and Ethel Oeschger (Johnson) and grew up in Caseville, Michigan.

After serving in the United States Navy as an aviator electronic technician, Doug became a two-time graduate...

Jun 24, 2025

On June 24, 2025, Svetlana Marie White passed away peacefully into the presence of her Lord. She was in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 18, 1996 in Russia, Svetlana was just three years old when adopted by her parents, Catherine and Lawrence White. Svetlana had a remarkable ability to...

Jun 19, 2025

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James L. "Jim" Perry, age 76 of Sanford, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025.  The son of the late James L. and Rose (Sam) Perry, Sr.  ...

Jun 19, 2025

Timothy Paul Gwisdala, age 67, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. The son of the late William P. And Germaine (Ratajczak) Gwisdala, Jr., was born in Bay City on May 23, 1958. A lifelong resident of Bay County, Tim called Auburn and Bay City home for most of his life.

Jun 17, 2025

Michael J. "Mike" Ordiway, age 75 of Midland, passed away on Tuesday June 17, 2025 at the MyMichigan Medical Center following a brief illness. The son of the late Ellis E. and Lucy L. (Wejrowski) Ordiway was born in Midland on January 21, 1950. Mike was the former owner/operator of Art Cleaners. After retirement he worked for Wilson MILLER...