Obituaries

February 16, 2024

     Robert Wesley "Bob" Patterson, age 94, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Friday, February 16, 2024, at his home. 

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, with Chaplain Lori Pollitz and C. Leslie Charles officiating.  Burial will take place at...

February 15, 2024

      Stanley Michael Bernard, age 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 15, 2024, while under the care of hospice and Ashley Care Center.

       Stanley was born on December 20, 1932, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the son of the late John and Viola (Lavictor) Bernard.  He resided in Flint, MI, with his wife of 38...

February 14, 2024

Born August 10, 1954 - Died February 14, 2024

James graduated from Ithaca High School. He was a friend to all and quick with a joke. He was one of a kind and lived life to the fullest. He was a skilled carpenter that repaired and remodeled many homes in Gratiot County.

He is survived...

February 13, 2024

Neville Virgil Pitcher, 90, passed away on February 13, 2024. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, family story teller, along with being a trusted mentor and friend to many.

Neville was born at home in Vickeryville Michigan, to Laurence and Lucile (Long) Pitcher on November 18, 1933, and attended Vickeryville School followed by Carson...

February 12, 2024

       Delana Kay "Dee" Lewis, age 76, of Owosso, MI, passed away Monday, February 12, 2024, at Shiawassee County Medical Care Facility, Corunna, MI.

      A cremation has taken place and there are no services planned at this time.

      Delana was born in St. Johns, Michigan on September 3, 1947, the daughter of Fred Paul...

February 11, 2024

      Kenneth Lee "Ken" King, Sr., age 68, of Sumner, MI, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at his home. 

      Funeral Services will be held at Community Baptist Church - Alma, MI at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, February 16, 2024, with Pastor Randy Brandon officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday from 11:00 A.M. until the...

February 11, 2024

       Marcia Marie Barton, age 100, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, MI.

      Burial will take place at North Star Cemetery, North Star, MI. 

      She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Ted, children: Dan (Margaret) Barton and Ronald Barton.

      She is survived...

February 9, 2024

      

     Lynn Albert “Cookie” Cook, age 77, of Charlotte, MI, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024.

     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie, MI at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, February 16, 2024, with Mr. Dave Ott officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI. 

     Lynn was born in Owosso,...

February 9, 2024

  

    Anne Marie Barton, age 87, of St. Johns, MI, formerly of Maple Rapids, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 9, 2024, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.

      Cremation has taken place and a private graveside service will be held at a later date.

      Anne was born in Ithaca, Michigan on...

February 8, 2024

Debra Jo Martin, 60, went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 8, 2024 in Anniston, Ala. There will be no service. Her parents and siblings are planning a memorial.

She was born to John and Patricia (McWilliams) Martin on May 12, 1963 in Alma. She is survived by her fiancé, William Blankenship and his family;...

February 8, 2024

      Alden Harold Knight, age 93, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI. 

      A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. 

      Alden was born in St. Johns, MI on May 6, 1930, the son of Oliver Walter and Gena Louise...

February 7, 2024

      Deana Lea "De" Aldrich, age 68, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024, peacefully at her home. 

      Deana was born in Alma, MI on July 10, 1955, the daughter of DeForest G. and Elaine (Boyer) Tate.  She was a graduate of St. Louis High School with the Class of 1973. 

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February 5, 2024

      Janet Marie Foland, age 75, of St. Johns, MI, peacefully passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, at her home with her husband at her side.

      A private family service was held at Fulton Township Cemetery, Fulton Township, MI.

     Janet was born in Carson City, Michigan on February 27, 1948, the daughter of Clyde V....

February 4, 2024

        Sharon Rose Mosher, age 78, of Ovid, Michigan, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at Ingham County Medical Care Center, Okemos, Michigan. 

       A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Johns Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1400 South Oakland Street, St. Johns, MI, 48879, on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at 2:00 P.M.  Burial will take place...

February 4, 2024

Staria M. Goward, age 68, of North Star, went to be with her husband, Randy, on Sunday, February 4, 2024, from MyMichigan Medical Center Midland.  Staria was born in Alma, MI, on January 11, 1956, the daughter of Leon and Ruby(Stonerock)  Fetters, and grew up in Wheeler township, They are survived by their miracle, Randy Lynn Goward II.  Star...

February 4, 2024

      Cindy Marie Wilson, age 64, of Ashley, MI, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2024, at her home. 

      Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, February 8, 2024, with Pastor Zella Daniel officiating. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 2-8 P.M. with...

February 3, 2024

        Barbara Sue Miller, age 77, of Elsie, MI, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Green Acres Assisted Living, Cedar Springs, MI. 

        A Memorial Service will be held at Elsie United Methodist Church on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. 

       Barbara was born in St. Johns, Michigan on November 17,...

February 3, 2024

      Nancy Jo (Stackman) Cashen, age 76, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, in Lansing, Michigan.

      Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 12:00 P.M.  Burial will take place at Wacousta Cemetery, Watertown Township, MI.  Visitation will be held...

February 2, 2024

     Robert "Bob" Sullivan, age 78, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024, at Schnepp Health Care Center, St. Louis, MI. 

      A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Nativity of the Lord Parish, Mt. St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Louis, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, with Rev. Fr....

February 1, 2024

     Elden Jacob "Al" Stamm, Sr., age 82, of Ithaca, MI, passed away with his family by his side on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Schnepp Senior Care and Rehab, St. Louis, MI. 

      Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, from 4:30-6:30 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI. Burial will take place at...