Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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...



