Obituaries
John Joseph Potts
Oct 13, 2026
John Joseph Potts (“Jack”) of Forestville Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, October 13,
2026 at Autumnwood of Deckerville. Jack was 89. He was born on September 16,1937 in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Frank M. Potts and Gwendolyn C. (Hiller) Potts. He married the love of his life, Joan M. Schubel, on April 22, 1980, in Lansing. She preceded him in...
Dale Richard Lowe
Oct 13, 2026
Dale Richard Lowe, a lifelong resident of Argyle Township, passed away on October 13, 2026 at the age of 92. Dale was born on September 1, 1934, to James and Norma (McAllister) Lowe. A farmer through and through, he spent most of his life dairy farming and working the land he called home. He had a lifelong love of John...
Alan William Miller
Oct 11, 2026
Alan William Miller, 82, of Richmond, passed away very unexpectedly on October 11, 2026. Alan was born on February 13, 1944 to the late Adelbert and Lillian Miller. Alan is survived by his brothers, Gayl Miller, Terry (Kathi) Miller and Gary Miller, niece, Amelia (Joe) Palazzolo and nephew, Aaron Miller. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1962 and went...
James J. Nichols
Oct 10, 2026
James J. Nichols, age 91, of Deckerville, died Saturday in the Sanilac County Medical Care Facility. He was born March 9, 1935, in Sharidan Township, Huron County the son of the late George and Lula (Bissett) Nichols. He grew up on a small family farm in the Applegate area and attended the local country school there until his family moved...
Frank LoPiccolo
Oct 7, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Frank LoPiccolo announces his passing on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at the age of 89. Frank will be remembered by his loving wife, JoAnne of 66 years, children, Mary (Michael) Rice, Dorothy (Pete) Sochowicz, Sam (Kelly) LoPiccolo; grandchildren Stephanie (Michael) Pachla, Anthony Sochowicz, Meghan (Anthony) Turner, Dennis Rice, Elizabeth and the...
Charlene Helen Karales
Oct 2, 2026
Charlene Helen Karales, 89, of Casco, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026. Charlene was born July 8, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan. Charlene is preceded in death by her husband George Karales. She is survived by her children, Denice (Brett) Clark, Doreen Karales (Ryan Kimball-fiancee’), Daniel (Kim) Karales, and David (Tracey) Karales, grandchildren, Lynn (Daryl) O’Connell, Christina (Alex) Snyder, Matthew Clark,...
Dennis Neil Haag
Sep 27, 2026
Dennis Neil Haag, 71, of Lenox, passed away unexpectedly on September 27, 2026. Dennis was born June 10, 1955 to the late Herman and Elinor Haag in Bad Axe, Michigan. Beloved husband of Judith Haag; cherished father of Ryan (Rachel) Haag, Christopher (Jessica) Haag and Anna (Justin) Peterson; caring grandfather of Cecilia, Neil, Rosalynn, Felix, Finley, Audrey and Evelyn; brother...
John Ernest Schoen
Sep 27, 2026
John Ernest Schoen, 82, of Fenton, Michigan went to be with our Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 27th, 2026. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna; his father-John Schoen, his mother-Eda Brueggemenn; sister-Marion Schoen; sister-Alice Schoen and son-Doug Schoen. He is survived by his sister-Johanna Farver of Filion, Michigan; his two children: son-Ron Schoen (Karen) of Swartz...
Richard Scott Schrader
Sep 25, 2026
Richard Scott Schrader, 58, of Marine City passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026. Richard was born November 29, 1967 to Richard and Kathleen Schrader. Richard is survived by his father, Richard Schrader, siblings, Curtis (Greta) Schrader and Teresa (Ouellette) Mee. He is preceded in death by his wife, Chrissy (Wood) Schrader. Richard and Chrissy operated the “House of Hope” in...
Leroy M. Wolschleger
Sep 15, 2026
Leroy M. Wolschleger, age 67, of Minden City, passed away Monday September 14, 2026, in his home. He was born on October 9, 1958, in Bad Axe, the son of the late Jerome and Mary (Hitch) Wolschleger. Leroy attended St’s Peter and Paul Catholic School and then Harbor Beach High School. He owned and operated Wolschleger Trucking for 24 years....
Carl William Phillips Jr.
Sep 14, 2026
Carl William Phillips, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 14, 2026, at The Orchards in Armada, Michigan. Carl was born on October 20, 1941, in Kalkaska, Michigan to the late Myrtle (Murphy) and Carl William Phillips, Sr. The family moved to Marine City, Michigan, before Carl started kindergarten so his mother could be closer to family...
Harold Merle Michaels
Sep 7, 2026
Harold Merle Michaels, 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Harold was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was marked by kindness, strength, and a deep commitment to those he loved. He will be remembered for his warm heart, quiet strength, sense of humor, and the many lives he touched...
Barbara Kay Schmuck
Sep 5, 2026
Barbara Kay Schmuck, 72, of Lenox, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 5, 2026. Barbara was born May 12, 1954 in Norfolk, Virginia to Kaye and Thelma Miller while Kaye was serving in the Navy. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, of 54 years David Schmuck; mother, Thelma Miller, children, Edith (Joseph) Harvey, Catherine (Timothy) King and...
Victoria Ann Essery
Aug 21, 2026
Victoria Ann Essery, 74, of Croswell, passed away early Friday, August 21, while resting in hospice. Victoria (Vicci) was born August 18, 1952 to the late William Evan and Shirley Ann (née McCracken) Essery. She is survived by her children, Serene Arena, Victor Arena, and Matthew Dildy, as well as beloved extended family and friends. Vicci spent her youth in...
Amy Lynn Werderman
Aug 18, 2026
Amy Lynn (Rohde) Werderman was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on the morning of August 18, 2026. She was a woman of deep faith, fierce love, contagious laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family and her Lord. Amy was blessed to share 50 loving years of marriage with her beloved husband, Nelson, who was her partner, best friend, and...
Dorothy Gloria Pietras
Aug 11, 2026
Dorothy Gloria Pietras, 94 of Richmond, passed away peacefully at The Village of East Harbor on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Dorothy was born November 30, 1931 to the late John and Angela Babinski. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Pietras. She is survived by her children; Claudia Pietras, Donna (Jim) Wells and Christopher (Deborah) Pietras; grandchildren, Amy...
Dennis Lee Force
Aug 4, 2026
Dennis Lee Force of Richmond passed away August 4th, 2026, at the age of 78. Dennis passed peacefully in his sleep, ending his enduring battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Dennis was born on May 27th, 1948. He was the first-born son of James and Marion Force of Ferndale, Michigan. James and Marion had a second son and beloved brother to Dennis,...
Robert John Pronek
Jul 30, 2026
Robert John Pronek, age 80, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at McLaren Macomb Hospital. Born on January 13, 1946, Robert was the beloved son of the late John Pronek and Lulu (Bill) Boiaroff. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife, Sandra Pronek, with whom he shared many wonderful years of marriage. Robert leaves...
Oscar Joseph DeVolder Jr.
Jul 28, 2026
Oscar Joseph DeVolder Jr., 91, of Richmond Twp., passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Orchard Grove Senior Living. Oscar was born February 6. 1935 to the late Oscar and Anna DeVolder. Oscar is preceded in death by his loving wife, patricia DeVolder and daughter, MaryAnn DeVolder. He is survived by his children, Victor "Mike" DeVolder, John (Pamnella) DeVolder and...

