Obituary Listing

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...

Jun 11, 2025

All are welcome to attend a celebration of Grace's life from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm on Saturday, August 9, 2025. It will be held in the Fireside Lounge at The H Hotel, 111 W. Main St. Midland, MI 48640.

She didn't get the nickname "Amazing Grace" for nothing. Grace Shriner lived, loved and served with something...

Jun 10, 2025

Jeffery Brian Kinne, age 72 of Gladwin, passed away June 10, 2025 at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He was born in Gladwin on July 9, 1952 to the late Harold and Maxine (Dundas) Kinne. Jeff married the former Sandy Tripp on May 11, 2007 in Gladwin and they have shared 18 years together. Jeff loved spending time in...

Jun 6, 2025

Robert "Bob" A. Mielke, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at the age of 69. He was born in Freeland on July 27, 1955 to the late Janice Brewer.

Bob enjoyed spending time outdoors with his favorite hobbies including hunting, fishing, and camping. He had a special eye for detail which...

Jun 5, 2025

Richard T. Harness, age 95 of Midland, passed away, peacefully,  on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the Toni and Trish House. The son of the late Thurl and Velma (Gooch) Harness was born in Midland on May 5, 1930. After high school, Richard Served in the United States Army during both the Korean and Vietnam War's. He had been...

Jun 3, 2025

Patrick T. Darby, age 80 of Sanford, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family. The son of the late Francis and Marguerite (Kennelly) Darby was born in Hemlock on October 11, 1944. Pat began working during high school and was a proud member of the Hemlock class of 1963. He continued working...

Jun 1, 2025

Marietta L. Lewis-Tripp, 68, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2025, in Midland, Michigan, the city where she was born on May 27, 1957. Her life was marked by a deep love for her family, a passion for adventure, and a commitment to helping others.

Marietta dedicated much of her professional life to working as a special...

May 31, 2025

Our beloved friend and relative, Jill L. Freeland, left us for a better place on Saturday, May 31, 2025.  She was born in Lapeer, MI on My 13, 1959 to John and Margaret Freeland.  She graduated from Columbiaville High School and pursued further education. Earning a BSW from Eastern Michigan University, followed by an MSW from Wayne State University....

May 31, 2025

Terri M. (Juck) Williams, age 60 of Midland, passed away at her home on Saturday, May 31, surrounded by her family. She was born to the late Gary Juck and Carol (Williams) Bedrosian in Fenton, Michigan on March 15, 1965. On August 30, 1986 she married the love of her life, Lance Williams. Terri enjoyed spending time with her...

May 29, 2025

Jay Arther Morgan, age 91 of Midland, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland. He was born December 12, 1933 in Midland, Michigan to the late Lewis and Dorothy (Drake) Morgan. Jay's career with Dow Chemical began in 1955 and spanned 33 years with his retirement in 1988. He was a longtime member of...

May 20, 2025

Donna B. Ouderkirk, at age 90, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Wedgewood of Winter Haven, Florida.

Donna was born on December 4, 1934, in Midland, Michigan daughter of the late Grant Arliss and Agnes (Rutherford) Yager. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Thelma Ouderkirk, sister Florence Schumacher, brother Merle Yager, Son,...

May 20, 2025

Alice Jean Potts, age 88 of Midland, passed away Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center in Saginaw, Michigan. She was born in Midland, Michigan on September 8th, 1936, to the late Joseph and Frances (Pashick) Novak. Jean served her country honorably with the United States Marine Corps from 1954 to 1956. On May...

May 20, 2025

A loving husband, father and grandfather, John K. Jones, age 73 of Midland, peacefully passed away at his home on Tuesday morning May 20, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He will be missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

John was born on June 23, 1951 to the late John E. and...