Obituary Listing

May 3, 2025

Marjorie Louise Allen, age 94 of Midland, passed away on Saturday May 3, 2025 at Medilodge in Midland. The daughter of the late Albion and Muriel (Brown) Swailes was born in Brown City, Michigan on March 10, 1931. Marjorie was employed with the United State Post Office for several years.

Surviving are her children, Connie Shelton, Clifton...

Apr 29, 2025

James L. Jocks, of Midland, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, April 29th, in his home with his sons, brother, sisters, and wife by his side. His leaving was peaceful and expected, as he had battled a rare neurological disease for several years. The disease never dampened his loving nature and sense of humor.

Jim was born in...

Apr 28, 2025

Brian Sharpe, a resident of Sanford, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025 at the age of 71, in the home he built with his wife Debbie who passed away two years before. His last days were spent next to his big sunny window with his family, his friends, his caregivers, and the woodpeckers, songbirds, ducks, deer, and other...

Apr 28, 2025

Robert John Albrecht, age 89 of Midland, Michigan, died Monday, April 28, 2025 at his home.  Bob was born in Detroit, Michigan, September 27, 1935 to the late Robert H. and Cecelia (Block) Albrecht.  He graduated from Lapeer High School in 1954.  Bob joined the Army after school and upon discharge, he went to Barber School.  From there, he...

Apr 24, 2025

Linda Lou Tucker, age 73 of Midland, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025 at her home surrounded by family. She was born on June 21, 1951 in Midland to the late William A. and Laura L. (Hauri) Urbanawiz. Linda married Larry Tucker on June 21, 1990 and they shared 25 years together before his death in 2016.

Apr 20, 2025

Guy A. Patten, 93, of Midland died April 20 at his home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Colleen, in 2014. Surviving are his children Alan (Betty) Patten of Waverly, Iowa, Cathy Patten of Holland, Michigan, and Susan (Blain) Harper of Charlottesville, Virginia; grandchildren Jennifer, Matthew, Paul, Michael and Rebekah, and great-grandson Bennett....

Apr 11, 2025

Brenda Lee Norris, age 61 of Midland, passed away April 11, 2025 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on November 16, 1963 in Midland to the late Delmer Donahue and Shirley Kuhn. Brenda enjoyed spending time at the West Midland Family Center where she could often be found playing or calling bingo. She also loved being...

Apr 9, 2025

William Dynamite Reese, age 79 of Sanford, passed away on Wednesday April 9, 2025 at Medilodge of Midland. The son of the late Charles W. and Dorothy (Yager) Reese was born in Midland on March 21, 1946, but resided in Sanford all of his life. Bill was a truck driver for many different companies over the years. He enjoyed...

Apr 4, 2025

Majid Zarisfi, MD, age 91, of Midland, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, April 4, 2025. Born in Kerman, Iran, to the late Mohammad and Sakineh (Adib) Zarisfi, Majid pursued a long and distinguished career as a well-respected surgeon, bringing his clinical expertise and philanthropy to many. His passion for knowledge extended beyond medicine, encompassing a deep appreciation for...

Mar 29, 2025

Elaine J. (Emmons) Crumb, age 91 of Sanford, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025 at MyMichigan Health. She was born on April 25, 1933 in Lansing, Michigan to the late Ernest and Ruth (Knight) Emmons. On July 17, 1954, Elaine married Robert D. Crumb in Lansing. They celebrated 55 years together before his passing in 2009. In her spare...

Mar 26, 2025

Ronald Wayne Johnson, age 76 of Hope, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. The son of the late Cleo W. and Doris M. (Booth) was born in Midland on October 16, 1948. Ron was a 1967 graduate of Bullock Creek High School.  He went on to work with Local 25 Ironworkers...

Mar 20, 2025

Harold Algin Riggie, age 82 of Midland, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 20, 2025. He was born to the late Algin V. and Betty J. (Herman) Riggie on February 6, 1943 in Midland where he was raised and educated.

Harold worked from the time he was a teenager, working for...

Mar 18, 2025

Ruth L. Goss, age 87 of Midland, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center. She was born to the late Archie and Geneva (Bell) Buckner was born in Saginaw on May 16, 1937. Ruth was an avid country music fan and enjoyed traveling to many country music festivals. She was a member of Memorial Presbyterian...

Mar 16, 2025

James C. Roberts, age 71 of Midland, passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at MyMichigan Health. He was born in Midland on May 17, 1953 to the late Carl Richard and Viola June Roberts. James served his country honorably as a Medic with the United States Navy, embarking on two tours during the Vietnam War. He then went...

Mar 15, 2025

Lois M. (Presley) McJames, age 80 of Sanford went to be with her Lord on Saturday March 15, 2024 at Meridian Acres Assisted Living, surrounded by family.  Lois was greeted in heaven by her husband, Leonard.  Lois was born in Clare, Michigan on January 12, 1945 to the late Orris and Marian (Noyes) Presley.  Lois graduated from Clare High...

Mar 10, 2025

Lois Jean Caterer Peterson, age 105 of Midland, passed away on Monday March 10, 2025 at Cascades Senior Living. Per the wishes of Lois, cremation has taken place.

Mar 8, 2025

Rosealy Irene-May Luckett, age 58 of Midland, passed away Saturday, March 8, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center. She was born in Midland on December 21, 1966 to James E. Luckett and Florence (Letts) Comfort. Her dog, Addy May, brought Rose great comfort. Rose will be remembered for the love she had for her family. They were her world and...

Mar 7, 2025

Ronald W. Ault, affectionately known as Big Daddy, Big R, BVDV Dude, or simply Ronnie to those who knew him best, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 22, 1959, to the late Charles and Stella (Jozwiak) Ault.

A 1977 graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Ron built...

Mar 5, 2025

MaryAnn Rose DeWitte, age 80 of Sanford, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at home with family by her side. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 20, 1944 to the late William and Alice (David) Jordan. While working at Manufacturers Bank, MaryAnn met the love of her life, Sylvain "Jim" DeWitte. They married on June 28, 1969...

Mar 5, 2025

Carolyn "Carey" Marie Rayce age 81 of Midland, passed away on March 5, 2025, at the Toni and Trish House in Auburn, Michigan. Born on May 11, 1943, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Charles and Margaret (Winters) Frahm.  Carey lived a life filled with dedication to her family, education, faith, and a love for exploration.

Carey...