Obituaries

Joyce Mae Carpenter

Joyce Mae Carpenter

Jul 24, 2025

     Joyce Mae Carpenter, age 89, of Alma, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma, MI.     Per Joyce's wishes, a cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Burial will take place at Ithaca Cemetery, Ithaca, MI at a later date.     Joyce was born in Hamilton Township, MI...

James Alan Kramer

James Alan Kramer

Jul 22, 2025

     James Alan Kramer, age 69, of Machesney Park, IL, formerly of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2025.     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, Fowler, MI. Visitation will...

Elsie Althea Smith

Elsie Althea Smith

Jul 21, 2025

     Elsie Althea Smith, age 96, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, MI.     A cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI, at a later date.     Memorials may be made to Grace Haven Assisted Living...

Ricky Lee Hart

Ricky Lee Hart

Jul 20, 2025

     Ricky Lee Hart, age 41, of Ionia, MI, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025.     Ricky’s life was a beautiful reflection of love, laughter, and light. He is survived by his devoted life partner, Andrew Waterman, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. He is also lovingly remembered by his mother, Susan (Mark) Pratl; siblings,...

Eunice Ann Peplau

Eunice Ann Peplau

Jul 19, 2025

     Eunice Ann Peplau, age 94, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, with Pastor Tyler Barlage officiating. Burial will take place...

Donna May Smith

Donna May Smith

Jul 18, 2025

      Donna May Smith, age 63, of Shepherd, MI, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family.      There will be no services held per Donna's request.      Donna was born in Eastpointe, MI on August 16, 1961, the daughter of John and Dorothy (Dobbs) Atkinson. Donna volunteered her time with the American...

Ronald Wayne Curtis

Ronald Wayne Curtis

Jul 16, 2025

     It is with great sadness, yet celebration of a robust, long, Christ-centered life that we share the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather Dr. Ronald Curtis of Fowler, Michigan on July 16, 2025, at the age of 88.     A Memorial Service will be held at the Maple Rapids Congregational Christian Church (MRCCC), 410 S....

Willard Clayton Goldman

Willard Clayton Goldman

Jul 14, 2025

     Willard Clayton Goldman, age 84, of Bannister, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow in Lansing.     A devoted follower of Jesus Christ, Willard is now rejoicing in the presence of his Savior and reunited with his beloved wife, Marilyn. His family finds deep comfort and confidence in the fact that...

Francis Joseph Feldpausch

Francis Joseph Feldpausch

Jul 14, 2025

     Francis Joseph Feldpausch, age 92, of Fowler, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025.     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, July 18, 2025, with Rev. Fr. John Whitlock presiding. Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, Fowler, MI....

Roxanne Baumgras

Roxanne Baumgras

Jul 8, 2025



     With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roxanne (Ackels) Baumgras of Shepardsville, Michigan on July 8, 2025.     There will be a celebration of life at Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan, on Saturday, July 12, from 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. A cremation has taken place and burial will take place at a later date...

Paige Elizabeth Smith

Paige Elizabeth Smith

Jul 7, 2025

     Paige Elizabeth Smith, age 21, of Portland, MI, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, July 7, 2025 at her home.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler , MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 2-8 P.M. with family present...

Lucy Medina

Lucy Medina

Jul 5, 2025

     Lucy Medina, age 72, of Ovid, MI, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Pleasant View Senior Living, Corunna, MI.     A Memorial Service at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Houghton Chapel, Ovid, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service at the...

Olan Franklin Black

Olan Franklin Black

Jul 3, 2025

      Olan Franklin Black, age 90, of Middleton, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Laurels of Carson City, Carson City, MI.      A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, Perrinton, MI, at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, with Rev. Fr. Edwin Dwyer presiding. Burial will...

Alden Lee McBride

Alden Lee McBride

Jul 3, 2025

     Alden Lee “Al” McBride, age 82, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, Michigan surrounded by the love of his family.     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 8,...

Rodney B. Hundley

Rodney B. Hundley

Jul 1, 2025

     Rodney B Hundley, age 74, of Flushing MI passed away peacefully at Majestic Care of Flushing on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.     A Private Graveside Service will be held at Pine Grove Cemetery, Emerson Twp., MI.     Rodney was born in St. Louis, MI, on July 8, 1950, the son of the late O D and Margaret Hundley...

Susan Kay Darnell

Susan Kay Darnell

Jul 1, 2025

     Susan Kay “Sue” Darnell, age 52, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025.     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, July 10, 2025, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood...

Russell Albert McCoy

Russell Albert McCoy

Jun 25, 2025

      Russell Albert McCoy, aged 77, beloved husband, cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and long-time resident of St. Johns passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Russell, or Russ to anyone who knew him, was born in Salt Lake City, Utah January 24, 1948. He was one of five children.      After serving in the...

Dale LeRoy Evey

Dale LeRoy Evey

Jun 24, 2025

     Dale LeRoy Evey, age 99, of Sumner, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Laurels of Carson City, Carson City, MI.     A Memorial Service at will be held at Sumner Center Church of Nazarene, 3100 Warner Road, Sumner, Michigan 48889, on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor John Wright officiating. Burial will take...

Daniel Emmert Lentz

Daniel Emmert Lentz

Jun 24, 2025

      Daniel Emmert "Dan" Lentz, age 73, of St. Louis, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Midland, Michigan.      A Celebration of Life will be held at Bethany Township Hall, 9958 North Blair Road Breckenridge, MI, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 P.M.      Daniel was born in Alma, Michigan on...

James Theodore Ade

James Theodore Ade

Jun 24, 2025

     James Theodore “Jim” Ade, age 69, of Elsie, MI, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at his home.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, June 30, 2025. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from...