Obituaries

October 24, 2023

     Ronald Lee Ostrander, age 75, of Breckenridge, MI, peacefully passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at his home.

     Ronald was born in Merrill, Michigan on October 4, 1948, the son of James Thomas and Kathleen Margie (Hollien) Ostrander. He graduated from Breckenridge High School with the class of 1966. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. ...

October 22, 2023

     Scott Eric Duncan, age 57, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2023, at Maple View Assisted Living Inc. with his wife by his side.

     A Celebration of Life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 28, 2023, with Pastor Doug Strait officiating.  Visitation will begin at 11:00...

October 21, 2023

     Carol Ann Thelen, beloved daughter, sister, and aunt, was welcomed to her heavenly home on October 21, 2023. Carol was born on May 5, 1945, to Alex and Rosemary (Hengesbach) Thelen of Fowler. She was preceded in death by her parents and her nephew Steven. Carol leaves behind six siblings: Marlene (Fred) Martin, Don (Debbie), Dave (Carol), Dan (Lisa),...

October 20, 2023

     Patricia Ann Feldpausch, age 53, of Westphalia, MI, passed away Friday, October 20, 2023.

     Private family services will be held at a later date.

     Patricia was born in Lansing, Michigan on November 19, 1969, the daughter Earl James and Mary Jane (Durham) Morris. On May 9, 1992, she married Curt Feldpausch.  Patricia really enjoyed crafting and...

October 20, 2023

        Lois May Whitford, age 89, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on October 20, 2023, at Oliver Woods Retirement Village in Owosso, MI.

      Lois was born on March 3, 1934, to the late Ernest and Edna (Birdsley) Henning.  She graduated from Rodney B Wilson High School in 1951.  Lois married Glenn Whitford on January 14, 1952, in St....

October 19, 2023

 

     Ward Randall Andrews, age 72, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023, at at his home.  He was born in Alma, Michigan on February 7, 1951, the son of Otis and Geraldine  (DeRosia)  Andrews. He had three children: Ward Jr., Rodney, and Laree; and lived most of his life in Gratiot County.

     Online condolences...

October 19, 2023

 

     Lois Elizabeth Johnson, age 96, of Elsie, MI, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Hospice House of Shiawassee County, Owosso, MI.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Elsie, Michigan at 1:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 22, 2023, with Pastor Judy Hazle officiating. Burial will take place at Lakeview Cemetery in Ludington,...

October 19, 2023

     Joyce Elaine Fisher, age 89, passed away peacefully in her home on October 19, 2023.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes in Ithaca on Tuesday, October 24, 2023; at 1:00 P.M. with Courteney Jimerson officiating. Burial will take place at Emerson Township Cemetery, Emerson Township, MI. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 23,...

October 18, 2023

     Daniel Lynn Goodrich, age 47, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI.

     A Memorial Service will be held at Duplain Church of Christ, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, October 23, 2023, with Matt Barnum officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday at 10:00 A.M. prior...

October 18, 2023

     Shirley Ann Austin, age 86, of Laingsburg, MI, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns.

     Shirley was born in Owosso, Michigan on September 26, 1937, the daughter of Lewis and Francelia (Cook) Walling. Shirley graduated as the valedictorian from Elsie High School with the class of 1956. She went back...

October 17, 2023

     Michael Stephen "Mike" Carter, age 78, of Breckenridge, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Midland, Michigan.

     Cremation will take place and there will be no services at this time. Burial will take place at a later date at Klees Cemetery, Ferris Township, MI.

     Michael was born in Saginaw, Michigan...

October 16, 2023

    

    Merlene Helen Jackson, age 78, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023, at her home. She is survived by three sons: Robert Foster, Eric (Mary) Foster, and William (Kimberly) Foster; and daughter-in-law Jackie Foster.

     A cremation has taken place and there will be no services.

     Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com....

October 16, 2023

Arthur J. Maki, age 85, of Ithaca, died Tuesday, October 16, at his home in rural Ithaca.

Arthur was born August 13, 1927, in Detroit the son of Alexander and Hilda Maki.  He worked for Quaker Chemical in Detroit for 38 years, retiring in 1988, at which time he moved north to Ithaca,  He loved the outdoors...

October 15, 2023

Dennis Vincent Sierakowski, 83, of Ithaca, left this world to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 15, 2023.  Dennis passed away at MediLodge of Montrose in Montrose, MI with his family by his side. He was born in Lansing, MI on October 21, 1939, the son of Vincent and Ilene (VanHorn) Sierakowski.  On August 24,...

October 15, 2023

      Douglas John Maurer, age 84, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Ovid Healthcare Center, Ovid, MI.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at Mt....

October 12, 2023

Milynda Lou Antes, 56, of Perrinton, went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 12, 2023. No services will be held, her parents and siblings are planning a Memorial Service.

She was born to John and Patricia (McWilliams) Martin on Aug. 27, 1967 in Alma.

She is survived by her parents John & Pat...

October 12, 2023

     Steven Michael Moffit, Jr. March 21, 1987 –October 12, 2023

 

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steve on October 12, 2023.  He left this world too soon, but his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

     Steve was born on March 21, 1987,...

October 12, 2023

     Lorian Pauline "Lori" Wilder, age 51, of Grand Haven, MI passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family.  

     Cremation with a graveside service will take place at a later date.

     Lori was born in Grand Haven, MI on August 1, 1972, the daughter of Thomas and Christine (Neumann) Vissers. Lori spent 13...

October 10, 2023

     Jermaine Matthew Jones, age 2, of Eagle, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, October 16, 2023. Visitation will be held on Monday from 12:00 P.M. until the time of the service at the funeral home.

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October 10, 2023

     David Frank Geller, age 77, of DeWitt, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, MI of natural causes.

     David was born in St. Johns, MI on July 13, 1946, the son of Stanley F. and Betty J. (Spaulding) Geller.  He graduated from St. Johns High School with the Class of 1964.  On...