Obituaries

Feb 18, 2025

Russell J. Franzel, age 70, of Harbor Beach, died Tuesday February 18, 2025, in his home after an extended illness.

He was born on September 3, 1954, in Deckerville, the son of the late Lincoln and Pearl (Oswald) Franzel. He grew up in Minden City and attended school in Ubly graduating in 1974.

Russell lived...

Feb 16, 2025

Sally Ann Jerore, 87, of Columbus Twp., passed away peacefully February 16, 2025 at Medilodge of Richmond. Sally was born January 25th, 1938 to the late Harry and Charlotte Parsons. At the Michigan State fair, she met the love of her life, Edward Jerore. In 1959, they married and moved to St. Clair Shores where they went on to...

Feb 16, 2025

Brenda C. Merriman, age 63, of Deckerville, passed away unexpectedly Sunday February 16, 2025, in Port Huron McLaren Hospital.

She was born on May 16, 1961, in Mt. Clemens the only daughter of the late Charles and Marilyn (Auer) Musu.

Brenda moved to Deckerville when she was sixteen and attended Deckerville Community School, graduating in...

Feb 9, 2025

Patricia Joyce Force, 82, of Richmond passed away February 9, 2025 at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Patricia was born November 6, 1942 to the late Raymond and Lollie Hicks. Beloved wife of Dennis Force, devoted Mother of Lisa Curley, Michele (Mike) Anulli, Matthew (Tammy) Force. Cherished Grandmother of Alex and Nicholas Anulli, Bryn Brooklyn, and Colton Force. Caring Sister of...

Jan 28, 2025

Phillip J. Messman passed away peacefully at his home in Deckerville on January 28, 2025, his 60th birthday. A cherished father, dedicated businessman, and loving son.

Born on January 28, 1965, in Deckerville, Michigan, to Jeanette and Jacob Messman Jr., Phil grew up on the family farm alongside his sister, developing a deep appreciation for agriculture that...

Jan 28, 2025

Richard T. Burlingame, known affectionately to all as Rich, was a man whose wit could outshine the brightest star in the night sky. Born on the 24th of August, 1951, in the bustling city of Detroit, Rich's laughter-filled journey through life came to a peaceful close on the 28th of January, 2025, in the serene town of Deckerville. Rich's...

Jan 10, 2025

Glen Edward Bilderbeck (88) died on January 10, 2025, from heart complications. He is survived by his wife, Ada Bilderbeck (nee Willis), and his sons, Nigle and Martin Bilderbeck along with their respective wives Denise Bilderbeck (nee Crowder) and Stacey Jeup-Bilderbeck (nee Fowlds), and eight grandchildren. The deceased was preceded in death by his mother Pearl Odle (nee Forrester)...

Jan 8, 2025

Jean F. Gibbs, age 79, of Carsonville, died January 8, 2025, in the Deckerville Community Hospital.

She was born June 27, 1945, in Detroit, the daughter of the late Donald and Elsie (Bates) Reaume. Jean grew up in the Deerfield/Ida area and attended school at the Ida High School, graduating in 1963.

On November 28,...

Jan 7, 2025

Darene Ida Martin, 83, of Lenox, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Darene was born August 25, 1941 to the late Nicholas and Madeline Zenick. Cherished mother of Jane (David) Bishop, Gerald (Susan) Martin Jr. and Kelly (Dawn) Martin; adored grandmother of Gerald (Mary) Martin III, Kelly (Kara) Martin II, Marlana (Jason) DeVergilio and Shelby (Joshua) Lesinski; great...

Dec 23, 2024

Kathryn A. Boice, age 70, of Deckerville Mi went to be with her Lord on December 23, 2024. Kathryn “Kathy” lost her long battle with cancer at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, NC.

Kathy was born February 28, 1954 in Deckerville, Mi. After graduating from Deckerville High School in 1972 she went on to graduate from Grand...

Dec 21, 2024

Bernice June Callahan, 71, of Richmond, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, December 21, 2024 after a hard fought battle with cancer. Bernice was born July 26, 1953 in St. Clair, Michigan, to the late Wallace and Beatrice Teltow. She was a 1971 graduate of Richmond High School. Marrying her husband of 50 years Michael Callahan on April...

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,...