Obituaries
Willard Clayton Goldman
Jul 14, 2025
Willard Clayton Goldman, age 84, of Bannister, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow in Lansing. A devoted follower of Jesus Christ, Willard is now rejoicing in the presence of his Savior and reunited with his beloved wife, Marilyn. His family finds deep comfort and confidence in the fact that...
Francis Joseph Feldpausch
Jul 14, 2025
Francis Joseph Feldpausch, age 92, of Fowler, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, July 18, 2025, with Rev. Fr. John Whitlock presiding. Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery, Fowler, MI....
Roxanne Baumgras
Jul 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Roxanne (Ackels) Baumgras of Shepardsville, Michigan on July 8, 2025. There will be a celebration of life at Smith Family Funeral Homes-Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan, on Saturday, July 12, from 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. A cremation has taken place and burial will take place at a later date...
Paige Elizabeth Smith
Jul 7, 2025
Paige Elizabeth Smith, age 21, of Portland, MI, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, July 7, 2025 at her home. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Goerge Chapel, Fowler , MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 2-8 P.M. with family present...
Lucy Medina
Jul 5, 2025
Lucy Medina, age 72, of Ovid, MI, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Pleasant View Senior Living, Corunna, MI. A Memorial Service at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Houghton Chapel, Ovid, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service at the...
Olan Franklin Black
Jul 3, 2025
Olan Franklin Black, age 90, of Middleton, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Laurels of Carson City, Carson City, MI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, Perrinton, MI, at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, with Rev. Fr. Edwin Dwyer presiding. Burial will...
Alden Lee McBride
Jul 3, 2025
Alden Lee “Al” McBride, age 82, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, Michigan surrounded by the love of his family. A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 8,...
Rodney B. Hundley
Jul 1, 2025
Rodney B Hundley, age 74, of Flushing MI passed away peacefully at Majestic Care of Flushing on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. A Private Graveside Service will be held at Pine Grove Cemetery, Emerson Twp., MI. Rodney was born in St. Louis, MI, on July 8, 1950, the son of the late O D and Margaret Hundley...
Susan Kay Darnell
Jul 1, 2025
Susan Kay “Sue” Darnell, age 52, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, July 10, 2025, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood...
Russell Albert McCoy
Jun 25, 2025
Russell Albert McCoy, aged 77, beloved husband, cherished father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and long-time resident of St. Johns passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Russell, or Russ to anyone who knew him, was born in Salt Lake City, Utah January 24, 1948. He was one of five children. After serving in the...
Dale LeRoy Evey
Jun 24, 2025
Dale LeRoy Evey, age 99, of Sumner, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Laurels of Carson City, Carson City, MI. A Memorial Service at will be held at Sumner Center Church of Nazarene, 3100 Warner Road, Sumner, Michigan 48889, on Monday, June 30, 2025, at 11:00 A.M., with Pastor John Wright officiating. Burial will take...
Daniel Emmert Lentz
Jun 24, 2025
Daniel Emmert "Dan" Lentz, age 73, of St. Louis, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Midland, Michigan. A Celebration of Life will be held at Bethany Township Hall, 9958 North Blair Road Breckenridge, MI, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. Daniel was born in Alma, Michigan on...
James Theodore Ade
Jun 24, 2025
James Theodore “Jim” Ade, age 69, of Elsie, MI, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at his home. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, June 30, 2025. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, from...
Margie Elaine Woodbury
Jun 24, 2025
Margie Elaine Woodbury, age 92, of Hemlock, MI, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Pine Haven Assisted Living with her family by her side. A Memorial Luncheon will be held at Ithaca Senior Center, Ithaca, MI, on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 11:30 A.M. Burial will take place at Riverdale Cemetery, Riverdale, MI, at a later date. ...
Mary Jane King
Jun 23, 2025
Mary Jane King, age 83, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at Laurels of Fulton, Perrinton, MI. No services are to be held at this time. Mary's wishes were to have her body donated to Michigan State University for research purposes. Mary was born in Muskegon, MI on April 1, 1942, the...
Michael Donald Rice
Jun 23, 2025
Michael "Mike" Donald Rice, age 68, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at his home. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 11:00-11:50 A.M. The visitation will be followed with a procession to Mt. Rest Cemetery (706 East Steel...
Ramona Lee Harper Norris
Jun 23, 2025
Ramona Lee Harper Norris, age 96, of Bullhead City, AZ, formerly of St. Johns, MI, passed away on June 23, 2025, at her home. A private ceremony will be held at a later date. Ramona was born in Greenbush Twp., MI, the daughter of Guy and Nina Silvernail. Her life in Michigan included the Pilgrim Global...
James Cyril Kusnier, Sr.
Jun 22, 2025
James Cyril "Jim" Kusnier, Sr., age 67, of Ovid, MI, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. A cremation has taken place and a celebration of Jim's life will take place at a later date. James was born in Owosso, Michigan on August 12, 1957, the son of Anthony Steven...
Lynne Marie Patterson
Jun 21, 2025
Lynne Marie Patterson, age 77, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 26, 2025, with Rev. David Leisman officiating. Visitation will be held...
Stephen James Litwiller
Jun 21, 2025
Stephen James “Steve” Litwiller, age 69, of Alma, MI, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service...



