Obituaries
Edward Bruce Waldron
June 12, 2026
Edward Bruce "Ed" Waldron, age 91, of Sumner, MI passed away Friday June 12, 2026, in the home that he and his family built from the ground up. A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, MI, on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Burial will take place at Sumner Cemetery, Sumner,...
Jimmie Clayton Clark
October 18, 2026
Jimmie Clayton Clark, age 79, of Alma, MI, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alma, MI. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Alma, Michigan, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service at the funeral home. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00...
Larry A. Trexler
October 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Larry Trexler Larry Trexler, age 96, of Ithaca, Michigan, lived a long and meaningful life marked by dedication, integrity, service to his community, and an enduring love for his family. A lifelong resident of Ithaca, Larry built both his career and his life around the community he called home. Larry graduated from...
Carol Jean Reeves
October 14, 2026
Carol Jean Reeves, age 90, of Ithaca, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Maple View Retirement Community in Ithaca. Faith was Carol’s quiet strength and lifelong comfort. She trusted in God and did not fear death, believing that her faith would carry her home. That same faith was reflected in the way she...
Todd Allen Randolph
October 13, 2026
Todd Allen Randolph, age 36, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at his home. Per Todd’s wishes, cremation will take place, and no services are to be held. Todd was born in Carson City, MI on August 30, 1990, the son of Jerry Donald and Nancy (Baker) Randolph. He graduated from Ithaca...
Rita Lynn West
October 12, 2026
Rita Lynn (Besko) West, born October 15, 1942, in Owosso, MI to Henry and Dorothy Besko (McMaster) entered into her eternal rest on October 12, 2026, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI. Rita grew up in Ovid and St. Johns, MI raised with her siblings: Teala (John) Moon, and Bill (Fran) Besko. Rita went on...
Gail Ann Brown
October 9, 2026
Gail Ann Brown, age 68, of Mount Pleasant, MI, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma, MI. Cremation will take place and there will be a celebration of life at a later date. Gail was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 10, 1958, the daughter of Richard Cole and Diane...
Lee Burton Grubaugh
October 9, 2026
Lee Grubaugh, age 75, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, surrounded by a loving family and friends. He was born April 20, 1951, to Loren and Clara (Tabor) Grubaugh. Per Lee's wishes, there will be no service scheduled at this time, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. He...
Linda Susan Lockwood
October 9, 2026
Linda Susan Lockwood, age 76, passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2026, surrounded by her son and daughter-in-law. Born on May 18, 1950, Linda lived a life defined by unwavering love for her family, deep devotion to her husband, and a generous spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Linda was...
Simon Knight Kozlowski
October 8, 2026
Simon Knight Kozlowski, 5 months old, of Carson City, MI, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson, Carson City, MI. Funeral Services will be held at Ithaca Wesleyan Church, Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 23, 2026, with Pastor Doug Strait officiating. Burial will take place at New Haven Township...
Marilyn Ann Wolfe
October 4, 2026
Marilyn Ann Wolfe, age 75, of Carsonville, MI, formerly of Ashley, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at her daughter's home. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with Pastor Clarence Smith officiating. Burial will take place at Collier Cemetery, Washington Twp, MI. Visitation...
Sharon Kay Martyn
October 4, 2026
Sharon Kay Martyn, age 79, of Alma, MI, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, MI. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 8, 2026, with Pastor Mona Kindel officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Alma, MI. Visitation will...
Carol Ann White
October 3, 2026
Carol Ann White, age 83, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at The Maples of St. Johns, St. Johns, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at House of Prayer, 9974 Old M-78, Haslet, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 17, 2026 Carol was born in Owosso, MI on May...
Karen Sue Huss
October 2, 2026
Karen Sue Huss, age 80, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, at Maple View Retirement Community, Ithaca, MI. Funeral Services will be held at St. Louis Church of Christ, St. Louis, MI, at 12:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with Pastor Jut Daron and Dr. Keith Wise officiating. Burial will take place...
Mary Katherine Cooper
October 1, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary K. Cooper on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 77 years of age. She was a lifelong resident of Ithaca and maintained strong ties to her community. A proud member of the Ithaca High School, Class of '67 and a dedicated Yellowjacket fan. She will be remembered for her...
Nancy Lu Francetic
September 30, 2026
Nancy Lu Francetic, age 88, of Breckenridge, MI, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Assisted Living at Wellspring, Saginaw, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, MI, on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Entombment will take place next to her husband, William Francetic at Chapel Hill Mausoleum...
Krystal Ann Ball
September 28, 2026
Krystal Ann Ball, age 49, of Owosso, MI, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026, at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at Crystal Township Gym, 217 West Park Street, Crystal, MI 48818, Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 11:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held from 11:30...
Lisa Ann Mathews
September 27, 2026
Lisa Ann Mathews, age 58, of Elsie, MI, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 27, 2026. Per Lisa’s wishes, cremation will take place, and no services will be held. She is survived by her children: Allen Read, and Mackenzie Mathews; her mother Margaret Ballard. She was preceded in death by her father. Online condolences...
Patricia Colleen Rojas
September 26, 2026
Patricia Colleen Rojas, age 93, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, September 26, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, on Wednesday September 30, 2026, at 11:00 A.M, with Rev. Fr. Anthony Brooks presiding. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. Visitation...
Richard Carl Whaley
September 24, 2026
Richard Carl Whaley, age 88, of Elsie, Michigan, passed away Thursday, September 24, 2026, at his home. A Graveside Service will be held at Ridge Road Cemetery, Brady Twp., MI, 11:00 A.M. on Monday, September 28, 2026. Richard was born in Chesaning, Michigan, on November 23, 1937, the son of Carl and Marie (Malek) Whaley. He...
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