Obituaries

May 3, 2025

Penny Lou Spicer, 76, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2025. Penny was born in Ohio on August 5, 1948 to the late Warden Ball and Juanita (Metz) Ball-Long. Penny was a long-time resident of Casco Township, but for the last 10 years she made her home in Holland, Michigan. Throughout Penny’s life she spent her years working in all different...

May 3, 2025

Michael Arthur Grimmer passed peacefully from this earth on May 3, 2025 at home in Longmont, CO. He was born in Detroit MI on June 9, 1958 to Arthur and Johanna Grimmer and was raised in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan. Mike spent his career in the financial services industry, working in Operations in several stock brokerage firms in Detroit, Chicago,...

Apr 24, 2025

Harold Charles Papson, 85, surrounded by loving family, passed through the Gates of Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Harold was born January 25, 1940 to the late John and Eleanor Papson. He was the loving father of Ann (Keith) Perry, John (Suzanne) Papson, Karen (Juan) Balboa, Michael (Erin) Papson, Kenneth Papson, Michele...

Apr 23, 2025

Bonnie Kathleen Kirkpatrick, beloved daughter of Robert and Rosa King, passed away

peacefully on April 23, 2025, in Sandusky, MI, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on July 29, 1938, Bonnie grew up during a time that shaped her early life with both

challenge and strength. Through her life experiences, Bonnie...

Apr 20, 2025

Mark Joseph Cross, 61, of Richmond, passed away very unexpectedly on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Mark was born on May 19, 1963 to the late Arthur and Rose Cross. Mark is survived by his long time girlfriend, Kristine Kijorski, brother, Richard (Marilyn) Cross, nephews, Robert (Nicole) and Joseph (Bailey) Cross, niece, Tiffani Cross, great nieces and nephews, Addison, Colton, Mason,...

Apr 10, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Pamela Jean Puzan (O'Day), who peacefully departed this world on April 10th, 2025 at the age of 71.

A devoted wife, loving mother, and cherished grandmother, Pamela touched the lives of countless people with her warmth, generosity, and unwavering strength. Her legacy will live on through...

Apr 10, 2025

Joyce Ann Hartway, 83, of Richmond, passed away peacefully April 10, 2025 at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital with her loving family by her side. Joyce was born October 10, 1941 to the late Oscar and Freda Fistler. Beloved wife of Robert Hartway; cherished mother of Debbi Williams and Karen (David) Tousignant; caring grandmother of Brittany (Rob) Bordley, Kelsey Williams...

Apr 8, 2025

Richard John Harter, known affectionately as Richard to his friends and family, departed this life on April 8, 2025, in his hometown of Deckerville, where he was also born on August 3, 1944. Richard's journey through life was marked by a steadfast dedication to his family, his work, and the simple pleasures that brought him joy.

Richard's...

Apr 8, 2025

Barry Craig Brinker went home to be with the Lord on April 8 th, 2025, at the age of 77. He

passed away peacefully, in his home - surrounded by his family. Barry was born in Sandusky

Michigan on July 19 th , 1947, the son of Rex and Evelyn Brinker. He was raised in...

Apr 7, 2025

Sandra Marie Lee, 82, of Deckerville, MI, went home to be with Jesus on April 7, 2025, at the Marlette Hospice Residence after her battle with cancer.

She was born July 4, 1944, to the late William and Nettie (Senshuk) Nicholson in Detroit, MI. After receiving her Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy, she moved to Deckerville in...

Mar 27, 2025

Robert E. Wolf, age 71, of Palms, died Thursday March 27, 2025, in McLaren Port Huron Hospital.

He was born April 13, 1953, the son of the late Carl and Ester (Moeller) Wolf. He grew up in the Palms area and attended Deckerville Community School, graduating in 1971.

On October 13, 1984, he married Bonnie...

Mar 25, 2025

Mary Louise Gough, age 89, died on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the Hospice House in Marlette. She was born on January 5, 1936, to Charles and Lucille Stringer.

She married John B. Gough on June 20, 1953, in Deckerville. She spent her life on the family farm working alongside her husband and raised two children. She...

Mar 22, 2025

Duane John Rushlow, 89, of Richmond, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Duane was born January 16, 1936 to the late Joseph and Marie Rushlow. Duane married the love of his life, Jacqueline Carpentier, on November 18, 1961. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and worked...

Mar 11, 2025

Robert R. "Bob" Tanton Sr., a cherished pillar of the Deckerville community, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, at the age of 85, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born on August 23, 1939, in Deckerville, Bob was a man of the earth, both in his profession and his passions.

Bob's early years were spent...

Mar 8, 2025

David Cecil Anderson, age 79, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday March 8, 2025, at Stonegate Senior Assisted Living, Sandusky after many years battling Parkinson’s disease.

David was born May 5, 1945, to the late Walter and Marguarite (McFarlane) Anderson. He graduated from Deckerville High School and stayed on the family farm, becoming a lifelong farmer. He was...

Mar 6, 2025

L. Diane Gibson, age 74, of Carsonville, died Thursday March 6, 2025, in Autumnwood of Deckerville.

She was born August 9, 1950, the daughter of the late James and Margaret (Ross) Winkley. She attended Carsonville Schools and graduated in 1968. On October 10, 2019, she married Doug Gibson in Sandusky. Diane enjoyed arts and crafts and particularly...

Feb 28, 2025

Malcolm David Williams, 97, of Minden City passed away with his family by his side on Friday February 28,2025. He was born on March 3, 1927, in St. Johns, Michigan to the late Foster and Hilda Williams.

Malcolm moved to Minden City in the late forties to become a Mint Farmer. He cleared his original 40 acres...

Feb 25, 2025

Charles Henry LaFore, 87, of Richmond, passed away February 25, 2025 at Blue Water Hospice Home. Charles was born November 25, 1937 to the late George and Saima LaFore. Beloved husband of the late Carol LaFore; adored father of Carrie (Russell) Francis, Curtis LaFore and Caren (Kenneth) Campbell; caring grandfather of Travis, Curtis, Carlie, Candice, Aurora, Noah and Owen;...

Feb 22, 2025

The Thumb area lost a 50-year mainstay of high school sports when Nort Schramm passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Norton Douglas Schramm was born on June 23, 1943, in Hart, Michigan, to the late Florence and Frank Schramm.

After graduating from Hart High School in 1961, Norton attended MSU where...

Feb 20, 2025

Eileen (Michel) Burlingame August 14, 1952 – February 20, 2025

Born in Detroit, MI to Gabriel and Margaret “Peggy” (Barton) Michel, the oldest of 15 children, Eileen

Michel Burlingame of Port Sanilac, MI went home to be with Jesus on February 20, 2025, at the age of 72after a lengthy illness. Eileen was in a...