Obituaries

Nov 9, 2025

Elva Ann Gaedcke, 86, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Medilodge of St. Clair. Elva was born April 17, 1939 to the late Roy and Wilhemina Paul. Beloved mother of Iva Craighton; cherished grandmother of Colleen (Corey) Muylaert, Paul Alcott, Tommy (Krystle) Craighton, Crystal Gaedcke, Rachel and Cheryl Craighton and Stacy (Jacob) Hillewaere, great grandmother of several and caring...

Nov 3, 2025

Paul Charles Morreale, 61, of Marysville, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025 at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital with family around him. Paul was born February 19, 1964 to Paul and Grace Morreale. Paul is survived by his sisters, Marguerite (Robert Sr.) Buckles, Gracelynn Formicola, Michele Ravulovich and Paulette (Stephen) Mancuso, many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews,...

Oct 24, 2025

Mary Lou Gibbs, 81, of Sandusky. With much sorrow we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt and friend to many. She passed away at home with her loving family by her side on October 24, 2025. Mary Lou was born in Detroit, Michigan September 10, 1944 to the late Raymond L. Hunsinger Sr. and Beulah (McCoskey)...

Oct 19, 2025

Lucille Augusta Trombley, 102 of Memphis, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Medilodge of Richmond. Lucille was born on September 13, 1923, to the late Richard and Naomia (Stolp) Simons. Lucille is survived by her children, Raymond Trombley Jr., Bonnie Renshaw, Nancy (John) Pollock, Shirley (Bill) Deaner, Veronica Chrostowski, Garry (Carrie) Trombley, Pamela (Tom) Klauer...

Oct 12, 2025

Isabella Grace Lewis, 16, of Deckerville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Isabella was born in Flint, MI on October 1, 2009 to Dominic and Brooke Lewis. Isabella is survived by her father, Dominic (Sarah) Lewis, mother, Brooke Lewis, siblings, Brittany (Preston), Devin (Laysea), Alyssa, Jackson and A.J., grandparents, Jeff and Lucinda Twining, Richard and Kathie Spranger, Michael...

Sep 13, 2025

Erin Le Ricks, 49, of Clyde Twp., passed away Saturday, September 13, 2025 at McLaren Port Huron Hospital. Erin was born September 9, 1976 to Gary and Shari Ricks. Erin is survived by his sons, Jacob, Cole and Tyler Ricks, parents, Gary (Shari) Ricks, sister, Erica (Jeffrey) Gurley, nephew, Jonathan Gurley, niece, Madison Gurley, aunt, Roxann Whitney, uncle, Craig (Suzan)...

Sep 11, 2025

Sandra Lee LaFuente, of Livonia, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025 at home, surrounded by the love of family. A daughter of the late Arnold and Mildred (Gatchell) Timmer, she was born February 25, 1945 in Wyandotte, Michigan. She was united in marriage to Octaviano J. “Tony” LaFuente, Jr. on September 5, 1970 at St. Paul Church in Livonia....

Sep 8, 2025

Geraldine Sue Kinnunen, age 68 of Sandusky, a treasured soul known for her generosity, kindness, and thoughtfulness, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025, in Port Huron, at the age of 68. Born on February 28, 1957, in Deckerville, Geraldine's life was a testament to the love and joy she brought to everyone around her.

Geraldine grew...

Aug 31, 2025

A memorial Service will take place at a later date.

Aug 29, 2025

Lorraine Ann Shuman, at the age of 92, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025 at The Orchards of Armada. Lorraine was born on October 21,1932 to Herbert and Grace Hunger. She is survived by her beloved husband, David Shuman, cherished by her four children, Jeanette Marcoux, Judy Spies, Beverly Gates and Susan Spies. Lorraine (GG) adored her 10 grandchildren,...

Aug 29, 2025

Theresa F. Kozlakowski, a cherished soul and beacon of light to all who knew her, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, in Sandusky, MI. Born on January 16, 1951, in Troy, MI, Theresa's life was a testament to love, dedication, and joy. Theresa was born and raised in Michigan, grew up in the Metro area and was a...

Aug 24, 2025

John David Moilanen, 58, of Richmond, left to be with the lord on Sunday, August 24, 2025. John was born on July 7, 1967, to Wayne Moilanen and Janice Schwab. John is survived by his children, with Dawn Moilanen, Matthew Moilanen and Kelly Matthes, Son-in-law Nicholas Matthes, sister Deborah (Les) Boughner, several nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends that may...

Aug 13, 2025

Herman J. Behnke Jr., a cherished soul of the Sandusky and Deckerville community, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, at his home in Sandusky, Michigan, at the age of 90. Born on March 26, 1935, in Forestville, MI, Herman's life was a testament to his unwavering strength, generous heart, and the deep bonds he forged throughout his years....

Aug 13, 2025

James Ross Smith, 87, formally of Caro, peacefully went to be with the Lord on

Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Autumnwood in Deckerville.

Born on January 17, 1938, in Unionville, Michigan to Clifford and Mary Smith, James

was the first of seven children. He was a graduate of Cass City High School, Class...

Aug 11, 2025

Cremation has taken place.

Aug 11, 2025

Henrietta Sophia Clark, 94, of Richmond, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 11, 2025. Henrietta was born to the late Anthony and Sophia Tanalski on February 9, 1931. Beloved wife of the late Henry (Hank) Clark; cherished mother of Debbie (Ron) Wahl and Sherie (Steve) Czenkus; caring grandmother of Christopher, Matthew, Nickie, Lexie and Kallie;...

Aug 9, 2025

Katherine M. Goheen, a beacon of love and wisdom, passed away on August 9, 2025, at the age of 88, in Covnent-Cooper Hospital, Saginaw. She was  born on July 30, 1937 in Deckerville. She was the cherished wife of Roy W. Goheen, who preceded her in death on December 10, 2005. Their union, which began on September 10, 1955,...

Aug 2, 2025

Marian J. Hooper, a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, in Deckerville, at the age of 88. Born on May 8, 1937, in Owosso, Michigan, Marian's life was a tapestry of love, service, and dedication to her family and community.

Marian's journey began as the cherished daughter of Clyde and Grace...

Jul 30, 2025

Kathy S. Sweet, a beacon of kindness and wisdom, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at the age of 71, in her lifelong home of Deckerville, the same town that had the privilege of welcoming her into the world on April 25, 1954. Kathy, known for her nurturing spirit and generous heart, was the beloved wife of the...

Jul 19, 2025

Candace Marie McGuire, age 71, of Wales Township, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 19, 2025. Born on February 18, 1954, to the late Alfred Hollatz and Catherine Bodnar, (nee Arms), Candace was affectionately known as “Candy” to her family and friends. She had a spirited love for life and found joy in riding motorcycles, bowling, golfing, playing...