Obituaries
John Ernest Schoen
Sep 27, 2026
John Ernest Schoen, 82, of Fenton, Michigan went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 27th, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna; his father-John Schoen, his mother-Eda Brueggemenn; sister-Marion Schoen; sister-Alice Schoen and son-Doug Schoen. He is survived by his sister-Johanna Farver of Filion, Michigan; his two children: son-Ron Schoen (Karen) of Swartz...
Leroy M. Wolschleger
Sep 15, 2026
Leroy M. Wolschleger, age 67, of Minden City, passed away Monday September 14, 2026, in his home. He was born on October 9, 1958, in Bad Axe, the son of the late Jerome and Mary (Hitch) Wolschleger. Leroy attended St’s Peter and Paul Catholic School and then Harbor Beach High School. He owned and operated Wolschleger Trucking for 24 years....
Carl William Phillips Jr.
Sep 14, 2026
Carl William Phillips, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 14, 2026, at The Orchards in Armada, Michigan. Carl was born on October 20, 1941, in Kalkaska, Michigan to the late Myrtle (Murphy) and Carl William Phillips, Sr. The family moved to Marine City, Michigan, before Carl started kindergarten so his mother could be closer to family...
Harold Merle Michaels
Sep 7, 2026
Harold Merle Michaels, 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was marked by kindness, strength, and a deep commitment to those he loved. He will be remembered for his warm heart, quiet strength, sense of humor, and the many lives he touched...
Barbara Kay Schmuck
Sep 5, 2026
Barbara Kay Schmuck, 72, of Lenox, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Barbara was born May 12, 1954 in Norfolk, Virginia to Kaye and Thelma Miller while Kaye was serving in the Navy. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, of 54 years David Schmuck; mother, Thelma Miller, children, Edith (Joseph) Harvey, Catherine (Timothy) King and...
Victoria Ann Essery
Aug 21, 2026
Victoria Ann Essery, 74, of Croswell, passed away early Friday, August 21, while resting in hospice. Victoria (Vicci) was born August 18, 1952 to the late William Evan and Shirley Ann (née McCracken) Essery. She is survived by her children, Serene Arena, Victor Arena, and Matthew Dildy, as well as beloved extended family and friends. Vicci spent her youth in...
Amy Lynn Werderman
Aug 18, 2026
Amy Lynn (Rohde) Werderman was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on the morning of August 18, 2026. She was a woman of deep faith, fierce love, contagious laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family and her Lord. Amy was blessed to share 50 loving years of marriage with her beloved husband, Nelson, who was her partner, best friend, and...
Dorothy Gloria Pietras
Aug 11, 2026
Dorothy Gloria Pietras, 94 of Richmond, passed away peacefully at The Village of East Harbor on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Dorothy was born November 30, 1931 to the late John and Angela Babinski. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Pietras. She is survived by her children; Claudia Pietras, Donna (Jim) Wells and Christopher (Deborah) Pietras; grandchildren, Amy...
Dennis Lee Force
Aug 4, 2026
Dennis Lee Force of Richmond passed away August 4th, 2026, at the age of 78. Dennis passed peacefully in his sleep, ending his enduring battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Dennis was born on May 27th, 1948. He was the first-born son of James and Marion Force of Ferndale, Michigan. James and Marion had a second son and beloved brother to Dennis,...
Robert John Pronek
Jul 30, 2026
Robert John Pronek, age 80, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Born on January 13, 1946, Robert was the beloved son of the late John Pronek and Lulu (Bill) Boiaroff. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Sandra Pronek, with whom he shared many wonderful years of marriage. Robert leaves...
Oscar Joseph DeVolder Jr.
Jul 28, 2026
Oscar Joseph DeVolder Jr., 91, of Richmond Twp., passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Orchard Grove Senior Living. Oscar was born February 6. 1935 to the late Oscar and Anna DeVolder. Oscar is preceded in death by his loving wife, patricia DeVolder and daughter, MaryAnn DeVolder. He is survived by his children, Victor "Mike" DeVolder, John (Pamnella) DeVolder and...
Richard Allen Raska
Jul 21, 2026
Richard Allen Raska, 63, of Washington Twp., passed away very unexpectedly Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Richard was born October 3, 1962 to Roy Raska and Barbara Esper. Richard is survived by his mother, Barbara Esper, siblings, Randy (Donna) Raska, Diane (Graham) Walker, Darryl (Sharon) Raska and Dean Raska, nieces and nephews, John Abundis, Traci Abundis and Katlyn Schulte and his...
Henrik Komisarz
Jul 19, 2026
Henrik Komisarz, 79, of Richmond, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2026. Henrik was born March 21, 1947 to the late Frank and Pauline Komisarz. Henrik is survived by his wife of 39 years, Mary Komisarz, children, Matt, Kenny, Carrie, Kelly, Mary, Victor and May, many grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Henrik was a hard-working business owner with strong convictions that...
Dennis Strunk
Jul 15, 2026
Dennis H Strunk, 83 of Mancelona, Michigan, died Wednesday, July 15, 2026. He was born August 20, 1942 to the late Conley and Geneva (Chambers) Strunk. Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Carol Strunk, kids, Dennis and (Cathy) Strunk, Robert and (Linda) Strunk, Ronald and (Pam) Strunk, Janet and (Ed Whiting) Strunk, Larry and (Lisa) Strunk and Michael and...
Danny Robert Schuman
Jul 12, 2026
Danny Robert Schuman, 75, of New Baltimore, passed away after a long bought with cancer on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at Henry Ford Hospital Macomb. Danny was born March 5, 1951 to the late Donald and Betty Schuman. Loving father of Patricia (Dan) Monaghan and David (Tracy) Schuman; adored grandfather of Gage, Liberty and Ashton Schuman, Elena Monaghan, Sierra (Joe)...
Nancy Marie Kain
Jul 5, 2026
Nancy Marie Kain, 95, of Casco, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at Leisure Manor in Richmond. Nancy was born November 21, 1930 in Pigeon, MI to the late Walter and Lena Wichert. Nancy is survived by her children, Diana Colley and Jeffrey (Beth) Kain, grandchildren, Heather Skinner, Jonathan Holzapfel, Pat (Alicia) Colley, Bri Colley, David Kulman, Holly...
Thomas (Tim) Joseph O'Mara
Jun 22, 2026
Thomas (Tim) O’Mara Jr. age 88, of Deckerville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2026 at United Hospice Residence, Marlette. He was born March 22, 1938 in Palms, Michigan to the late Thomas and Josephine O’Mara. Tim graduated from Deckerville Community School in 1956, and honorably served in the United States Army. He married Ruth (Burgess) on October 18,...

