Obituaries

Dec 17, 2024

Earl F. Wagester, age 77, of Deckerville, died Tuesday December 17, 2024, in Autumnwood of Deckerville.

He was born July 14, 1947, in Marion Township the son of the late Leland and Norma (Reid) Wagester.

Earl grew up in Marion Township and attended Deckerville Community School class of 1965, however he didn’t receive his diploma...

Dec 12, 2024

Darlene Gail Renier, born on January 23, 1956 in Detroit, MI, passed away of natural causes very suddenly on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at approximately 3:15 p.m. at her home in Richmond Twp. She was the beloved daughter of Mary Lee and Kermit Tucker. She was one sister of seven children, Linda Tucker “deceased”, Bruce Tucker “deceased”, Clifton (Braunda)...

Dec 8, 2024

Cynthia Helen Schuman, 75, of New Baltimore, passed away December 8, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Cynthia was born January 23, 1949 to the late Andrew and Patricia Christians. Beloved wife of Danny Schuman; adored mother of Patricia (Dan) Monaghan and David (Tracy) Schuman; cherished grandmother of Gage, Liberty and Ashton Schuman Elena Monaghan, Sierra (Joe) and Jerzey...

Dec 6, 2024

Bonnie L. Amey, age 67, passed away at the end of November 2024.

She was born September 23, 1957, in Deckerville, the daughter of the late Hazen “Bud” Jr and Betty (Kritzman) Amey.

Bonnie graduated from Deckerville High School. She lived in California for a short time, then moved

back to this area...

Dec 4, 2024

Ruth E. O’Mara, age 86, of Deckerville, died Wednesday December 4, 2024, in her home after a lengthy illness.

She was born September 28, 1938, in Forester Township, the daughter of the late William W. and Myrtle (Robison) Burgess Sr.

Ruth grew up in the Deckerville area and attended Deckerville Community Schools, graduating in 1956...

Dec 3, 2024

Larry J. Flanagan, age 77 of Deckerville, died Tuesday December 3, 2024, in McKenzie Memorial Hospital, Sandusky. He was born November 22, 1947, in Sandusky the oldest son of the late George and Agnes (Drabek) Flanagan. Larry grew up on a farm west of Deckerville and attended Deckerville Community Schools graduating in 1966. After graduation he joined the Marines...

Nov 30, 2024

Mary Jane Vogel, 88, of Deckerville, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025. Born in Palms, MI, on September 23, 1936, to the late Elmer and Isabelle Peruski, Mary Jane was known for her unwavering faith, strength, and generous heart.

She attended Hunt School in Palms, MI. As the eldest child in her family, she quickly became...

Nov 29, 2024

Janice Elizabeth Popke, 87, of St. Clair went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 29, 2024. Though our hearts are deeply saddened, we receive comfort from the words of our Lord, who says to us: “I am the resurrection and the Life.” These words give us encouragement, knowing that one who has faith in...

Nov 28, 2024

Anthony J. (Tony) Messing, age 63, of Deckerville, formerly of Minden City, died unexpectedly in his home on Thanksgiving Day.

He was born October 21, 196,1 in Harbor Beach the son of Willard J. Messing and the late Sheila (Booms) Messing

Anthony grew up in the Minden City area and attended school in Harbor Beach,...

Nov 20, 2024

Floyd Norman Boike, 79, of Richmond Twp., passed away Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Floyd was born May 5, 1945 to the late Clarence and Pearl Boike. Floyd is survived by his children Kristi Boike and Jason (Jodi) Boike, stepdaughter, Michelle Hobson, grandchildren, Paige, Gabriella, Austin, Hunter, Logan, Chase and Brooklyn, great grandchild, Kanon, and...

Nov 19, 2024

Heather Marie Oswald, 49, of Casco Twp., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on February 4, 1975, to Robert and Sharon Hernden, Heather brought light and joy to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She was the beloved wife of Todd Oswald, sharing 29 beautiful...

Nov 16, 2024

Michael Jerome VanDamme, 76, of Columbus Twp., passed away Saturday, November 16, 2024 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Mike was born April 15, 1948 to the late Jerome and Cecilia VanDamme. Mike is survived by his children, Michael, Brian (Robin), and Gregg VanDamme, grandchildren, Heather (Matt) froehl, Danny (Emily) Lico, Clyde Crankshaw, Michael (Dominique), Gregg, Scott, Hailey, Brian and...

Nov 15, 2024

Barbara Anne McKiernan, 90, passed away Friday, November 15, 2024 after a long illness. Barbara was born April 7, 1934 to the late E. Buel and Lucille Priestap. Barbara is survived by her husband, John McKiernan, children, Michael (Sue), Patrick, Thomas and Anne  McKiernan and Barbara (Tony) Caporale, grandchildren, Braeden McKiernan, Courtney (Kris) Coronado, Christina (Vincent) Pelino, Maggie, Christopher...

Nov 13, 2024

Steven Mark Ozanic, 62, of Goodells, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Steven is survived by his mother, Judith Ozanic, siblings, Edward (Theresa) Ozanic, Mark Ozanic and Julie Durphy, niece, Rachel, and nephews, Kevin, Aaron and Nolan. Steven is preceded in death by his father, Edward Ozanic and beloved girlfriend, Dawn. Steven enjoyed being outdoors, spending time in...

Nov 9, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Bianchi, 61, of New Haven, formerly Port Huron, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2024. Elizabeth was born in Port Huron on February 1, 1963, to the late Duane Hartley and Gloria Arter, formerly Hartley. She was the loving mother of Keely (Jamie) Ptach; and adored Nana of Palmer and Sutton Ptach. Elizabeth is also survived by her...

Nov 5, 2024

Frances G. Wood, 98, a resident of Bennington, Vermont passed away on November 5th, 2024 at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, following a brief illness.

She was born in Peck, Michigan on March 13th, 1926 to the late Thomas N. and Gertrude (Grimes) Graham. Frances was raised in Michigan and graduated from Peck High School where she was...

Nov 2, 2024

Helen Sylvia Schoenherr (nee Biermann), 98, of Richmond, MI, passed away on November 2, 2024, at her home. She was born December 24, 1925, in Warren, MI, the daughter of Joseph L. Biermann and Julia M. Biermann (nee DeFour). Helen married Clement J. (Jack) Schoenherr, on May 3, 1947, in Utica, MI. She and Jack were married 58 years,...

Nov 2, 2024

The large life of George Roy Beck of Palms ended peacefully on November 2, 2024. He was

born on March 18, 1943, in St. Johns, MI, the fourth of four boys born to Gaylord and Necia

Beck. He met his love, Lois Huggett, at a dance at St. Johns High School and they were

Nov 1, 2024

Carlo Fantin, 89, of Memphis, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024 at McLaren Port Huron Hospital. Carlo was born in Fanzolo, Italy on October 5, 1935 to the late Natale and Edvidge Fantin. Beloved husband of Priscilla Fantin; adored father of Lisa (John) Bergeski, William (Teresa) Fantin, Gerald (Terese) Fantin, Jody (Cynthia) Fantin and Sandra (Christopher) Schremser; grandfather of...

Oct 28, 2024

Cheryl Elaine Spens (nee Kniffen) passed away surrounded by family after a courageously fought battle with cancer on Monday, October 28, 2024. Cheryl was born April 24, 1948 in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. She was married to George Spens on April 26, 1969 in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. Cheryl enjoyed spending time with her whole family. She was a great cheerleader...