Obituaries

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...

Oct 24, 2024

James (Jamie) Allington Hooper Jr., 51, of Richmond, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Jamie graduated from Richmond High School in 1991. He is survived by his father, James Hooper Sr. Jamie is preceded in death by his mother, Penny Hooper and grandparents, Allington and Irene Hooper. Jamie worked at BMT Aerospace USA as a...

Oct 14, 2024

Aaron Henry Oswald, 82, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2024. Born on May 11, 1942, Aaron lived a full and vibrant life, deeply devoted to his family, work, and passions. He is survived by Janet, his beloved wife of 62 years, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and partnership. Together, they raised three children: Michaelle (Jim),...

Oct 10, 2024

Gayle A. Tanton, age 84 of Deckerville, died Thursday October 10, 2024, in Autumnwood of Deckerville.

She was born January 15, 1940, in Flint, the daughter of the late Wm. Harold and Arlene (Allen) Root.

Gayle grew up in Flint and Deckerville, moving to Deckerville in 1955. She attended Deckerville Community School, graduating in 1957....

Oct 8, 2024

After a short battle with cancer, Veronica Ann Dupuis, 62, of Casco, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Henry Ford Macomb Hospital. Veronica was born January 22, 1962 to Edward and Virginia Bulski. Married to Lionel (Leo) Dupuis on May 9, 1981, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Richmond, Michigan.  Together Leo and Veronica raised three children,...

Oct 6, 2024

Hildegarde Sharon Laich, 88, of Lenox, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024. Hildegarde was born July 17, 1936 to the late Willie and Annette (Zajac) Bewersdorff. Cherished wife of the late Carl Laich; loving mother of Cynthia Laich, Carol Laich, Catherine (John) Hicks and Cherlyn (Mark) Prisby; adored grandmother of Ronald (Kelly) Garberson. Crystal Garberson, Heidi Wahl, Eric (Sarah)...

Oct 5, 2024

Chris J. McNeil Sr., age 38, of Deckerville, formerly of Bad Axe, died unexpectedly Saturday October 5, 2024.

Chris was the son of Gary and Veronica (Moore) McNeil Jr.

Chris grew up in Huron County attended Harbor Beach High School class of 2005. He worked at various dairy farms in Huron and Sanilac Counties. He...

Sep 27, 2024

Mary Ann Stone (Lovingly known as Mema), age 88 of Deckerville, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother went to meet her Lord and Savior on Friday September 27, 2024. She was born in Sandusky on February 5, 1936, the second of five children of Nicholas Harter and Mary Rose (Merkler) Harter. She was a lifelong resident of the...