Obituaries

Ronald Dean Bensinger

Ronald Dean Bensinger

January 14, 2026

     Ronald Dean Bensinger, age 85, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI.     Per Ronald’s request, cremation has taken place, and there are no services to be held.     Ronald was born in St. Johns, MI, on September 1, 1940, the son Charles F. and Wilma Pearl (Whittaker)...

Rev. Fr. Donald Albert Wieber

Rev. Fr. Donald Albert Wieber

January 13, 2026

     Rev. Fr. Donald Wieber, a beloved priest of Our Lord went home to be with God on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, Michigan.     Fr. Donald was born on October 18, 1930, and raised at the family home in rural Fowler, Michigan. He was baptized and attended elementary school at Most Holy...

Mary Margurite Cornwell

Mary Margurite Cornwell

January 12, 2026

     Mary Marguerite Cornwell, age 86, of Stanton, MI, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026, at McLaren Greater Lansing Hospital, Lansing, MI.     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the...

Blair Douglas Losey

Blair Douglas Losey

January 12, 2026

     Blair Douglas Losey, 63, of Ithaca, MI, passed away peacefully at his home "Club 522", with his family by his side on Jan. 12, 2026.     He was born in Alma on April 13, 1962 to Larry Losey and Nola (VanBuskirk) Owen. He graduated from Ithaca High School in 1980.     He worked several jobs in the "trucking...

Charles James Michael

Charles James Michael

January 12, 2026

     Charles James "Jim" Michael, age 96, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Burial will take place at Jasper Township Cemetery, Jasper Twp., MI. Visitation...

John Damien Fedewa

John Damien Fedewa

January 10, 2026

     John Damien Fedewa, age 74, of Lansing, MI, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026.     A Memorial Mass will be held at a later date. Burial will take place at a later date at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Pewamo, MI.      John was born in Carson City, MI on July 21, 1951, the son of Walter John and...

Gary E. Shaw

Gary E. Shaw

January 10, 2026

     Gary E. Shaw of Ithaca, Michigan, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026. Gary was married for 58 years to his beloved wife, Marilyn, and together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and love. Gary lived his life with a quiet optimism that left a lasting impression on everyone...

Raymond George Ortiz

Raymond George Ortiz

January 9, 2026

     Raymond George Ortiz, age 90, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Friday, January 9, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Midland, MI.     A Celebration of Life service will be held at a future date in the spring.     Raymond was born in Austin, TX on July 3, 1935, the son of Joseph G. and Guadalupe (Valles) Ortiz. Raymond...

Joann Mary Shaulis

Joann Mary Shaulis

January 8, 2026

     Joann Mary Shaulis, age 57, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the University of Michigan- Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at First Baptist Church of St. Johns, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, with Pastor Brandon Crawford officiating. Burial will take place at...

Robin Ann Wilber

Robin Ann Wilber

January 7, 2026

     Robin Ann Wilber, age 68, of Owosso, MI, passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Memorial Healthcare in Owosso, MI.     A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.     Robin was born in Owosso, Michigan on February 18, 1957, the daughter of Robert Jack and Doris Louise (Mau) Luckhurst. She was a graduate of...

David Warren Green

David Warren Green

January 5, 2026

     David Warren Green, age 72, of Owosso, MI, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at Oliver Woods Retirement Village, Owosso, MI.     A private family graveside service was held at Fairfield Township Cemetery, Fairfield Township, MI.     David was born in Port Huron, Michigan on January 10, 1953, the son of Amos E. and Pauline Ernst (Briggs) Green....

Diane Marie Harger

Diane Marie Harger

January 5, 2026

     Diane Marie Harger, age 87, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, Lansing, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at Pilgrim Global Methodist Church, St. Johns, MI, at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, January 16, 2026, with Pastor Andy Croel officiating. Burial will take place at South Bingham Township...

Ann Maureen Ferden

Ann Maureen Ferden

January 5, 2026

     Ann Maureen Ferden, age 76, of DeWitt, Michigan, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 5, 2026, at The Woodlands of DeWitt.     Funeral Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, Owosso, MI, at 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Burial will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery, Ovid, Michigan. Visitation will be...

Rose Marie Capen

Rose Marie Capen

January 4, 2026

     Rose Marie Capen, age 83, of St. Louis, MI formerly of North Star, MI, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at Woodland Hospice House, Mt. Pleasant, MI.     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 12:00 P.M. on Friday, January 9, 2026. Burial will take place at North Star Cemetery, North...

Arland Jean Hull

Arland Jean Hull

January 3, 2026

     Arland Jean “Dollie” Hull, age 97, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Masonic Pathways, Alma with her family by her side.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 11:30 A.M on Thursday, January 8, 2026, with Pastor Dave Perry officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January...

Kay Elizabeth Peasley

Kay Elizabeth Peasley

January 3, 2026

     Kay Elizabeth Peasley, age 91, of Vestaburg, Michigan, went home to be with Our Lord on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alma, Michigan.       Memorial services will be held at a later date.       Kay was born on May 2, 1934, the daughter of George and Dessa (Andrews) Heinrich. She graduated from...

William D. Chapko, Jr.

William D. Chapko, Jr.

January 2, 2026

     William Donald Chapko, Jr., age 87, of Elsie, MI, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, surrounded by his family.      A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Cyril’s Catholic Church, Bannister, MI, on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Fr. Andrzej Boroch presiding. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI....

Valerie Jo Buckner

Valerie Jo Buckner

December 31, 2025

     Valerie Jo Buckner, age 70, of Alma, MI, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at her home.      Valerie was born in Mesick, MI on May 27, 1955, the daughter of D. Royce and Irene (Jones) Spoor. She was a graduate of Mesick High School.     Val enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren. She also enjoyed...

Jack Eugene Kidder

Jack Eugene Kidder

December 31, 2025

     Jack Eugene Kidder, age 94, of Ashley, MI, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Laurels of Carson City, Carson City, MI.     Cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will take place at Lowe Cemetery, Essex Twp., MI at a later date.     Jack was born in Maple...

Marshall D. Loudenslager

Marshall D. Loudenslager

December 30, 2025

     Marshall D. Loudenslager, age 65, of Ithaca, MI, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at his home.     Per Marshall’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Burial will take place at New Haven Township Cemetery, New Haven Twp., MI, in the spring.  Brittany will also be hosting a luncheon in his honor at a later date.     Marshall...