Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

Sharon Joan Altvater

Sharon Joan Altvater

December 30, 2025

     Sharon Joan Altvater, age 88, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, MI.     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 9, 2026, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place...

Elizabeth Doralee Huss

Elizabeth Doralee Huss

December 29, 2025

    Elizabeth "Dora" Doralee Huss, age 64, of North Star, MI, passed away Monday, December 29, 2025, at her home.    A Funeral Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, MI, on Tuesday January 6, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Kathryn Strouse officiating. Burial will take place at North Star Cemetery, North Star Twp., MI....

Janice Elaine Roy

Janice Elaine Roy

December 28, 2025

     Janice Elaine Roy, 82, of Ovid, MI, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow-Clinton, St. Johns, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Houghton Chapel, Ovid, MI, on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Burial will take place at Middlebury Township Cemetery, Middlebury Twp., MI. Visitation will...

Billie Lee Walker

Billie Lee Walker

December 27, 2025

     Billie Lee Walker, age 81, of Midland, formerly of Ithaca, MI, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025, at his home.       Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 3, 2026, with Pastor Phil Maxwell officiating. Burial will take place at Hayes Road Cemetery, Gratiot County, MI....

Everett Lee Wickwire

Everett Lee Wickwire

December 27, 2025

     Everett Lee Wickwire, age 85, of Laingsburg, MI, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, January 5, 2026, with Bishop Jack Benac and Pastor Leslie Benac officiating. Burial will take place at South Bingham Township Cemetery, St....

Wilma Jean Ferrall

Wilma Jean Ferrall

December 27, 2025

     Wilma Jean Ferrall, age 90, of Elsie, MI, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Clinton, St. Johns, MI.     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 2, 2026, with Pastor Keith Whipple officiating. Burial will take place at Eureka Cemetery, Eureka, MI....