Obituaries

April 16, 2022

     Joyce I. Somers, age 89, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, on April 16, 2022, at her residence in Bingham Farms, MI.   

     She was born on February 19, 1933, in Chapin Twp., Michigan, the daughter of Orvil and Edith (Howard) Criner.  On August 21, 1949, Joyce married George E. Somers in Chapin, Michigan and they celebrated almost 65...

April 16, 2022

    Dale Warren Coffman, age 78, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022, after a brief period of hospice care at home.

     A Private Burial will be held at South Bingham Township Cemetery, Bingham Township, Michigan.  

     Dale was born in St. Johns, Michigan, on August 3, 1943 the son of Warren and Emma Ione...

April 15, 2022

     Alphonse Thelen, a big-hearted man, lifelong farmer and engaging card player, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2022, surrounded by his family who cherish the memories and countless examples of selflessness.

     Alphonse was born May 18, 1929, on a farm two miles north of Fowler, MI, the 3rd of six children raised by Andrew and Leona Thelen....

April 14, 2022

Michelle Renay Jones, 56, of Elwell passed away on April 14, 2022 with her loving family by her side. Michelle was born November 29, 1965 to Shirley Jones in Pontiac, Michigan.

Michelle loved spending time with her five grandchildren. She enjoyed time with her daughter and siblings.

Michelle is survived by her daughter Brittany (Josh)...

April 9, 2022

      Norbert John "Bud" Laskosky, Jr., age 79, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.

     Cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

     Norbert was born in Lansing, Michigan on August 28, 1942, the son of...

April 2, 2022

Pamela Marie Delo, age 58, of Alma, MI, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Midland, Michigan. 

     The family will gather for procession to the cemetery at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, Michigan at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 5, 2022.  Burial will take place at Chapel Gardens Cemetery in Elwell, Michigan.  Visitation will...

April 2, 2022

    Robert Jay "Bob" Ferrall, age 90, of Elsie, MI, entered into his Master's arms Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI, surrounded by the love of his family.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, April 7, 2022, with Rev. Keith Whipple officiating. Burial will...

April 1, 2022

     Danielle Rene Fulghum, age 46, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Friday, April 1, 2022, at her home.      A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, April 6, 2022,  with Pastor Doug Strait officiating. Visitation will be held 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8...

April 1, 2022

  Lynn J Heinlen, age 58, of Allendale, MI passed away Friday, April 1, 2022, at Butterworth Hospital with his family by his side.

    A Celebration of Life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. with Sue Lazell officiating.  Burial and military honors will...

March 31, 2022

 

    Jacob Ray Mason, age 30, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2022.

    A Private Burial will be held on Monday, April 4, 2022 at Marion Township Cemetery.  A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at 2:00 P.M. at East Washington United Brethren Church in Ashley, MI.

    Jacob was...

March 28, 2022

With great sadness we announce Dwayne Jay Schaub, age 61, of Sumner, Michigan passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 28, 2022. Dwayne was the son of Dale Schaub and Dorothy & Ramon Peiffer. He grew up in the Alma area and attended school in Alma and Vestaburg. Dwayne and his high school sweetheart, Tina Hindenlang,...

March 27, 2022

     Rick Allen Moore, age 75, of Elsie, MI, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, MI.

     A Graveside Service will be held at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May 13, 2022, with Pastor Zella Daniel officiating.

     Rick was born in Ovid, Michigan on November...

March 26, 2022

      Paula Rae Chess Vanderstow, age 93, of St. Johns, MI, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, Michigan.

      Paula was born in Lake City, Michigan on February 2, 1929, the daughter of Thomas R. and Blanche E. (Smith) Chess.  Paula Rae Chess married Harry A. Vanderstow, Jr. on November 23, 1945,...

March 25, 2022

     Charles Eugene "Charlie" Robinson, age 71, of St. Johns, Michigan formerly of Elsie passed away peacefully on Friday, March 25, 2022, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor, St. Johns, Michigan. 

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 27, 2022, with Mrs. Kathleen...

March 24, 2022

     Richard James Gilbert, age 76, of North Star, MI, passed away Thursday, March 24, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, MI.

     Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 31, 2022, with his family officiating. Burial will take place at North Star Cemetery, North Star, MI.  Visitation will...

March 22, 2022

    Pamela Marie Petery, age 61, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma.

     A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, March 28, 2022, from 2-6 P.M. at Emerson Township Hall, 2976 North Baldwin Road, Ithaca, Michigan 48847.

     Pamela was born in Alma, Michigan on October 31,...

March 21, 2022

     Laurence Edward “Larry” Elliott, age 50, of St. Louis, MI passed away Monday, March 21, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, with his wife Sara by his side.

     A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, March 31, 2022, with Pastor Ben Krieder officiating.  Visitation will be...

March 20, 2022

     Barbara Dawn Goerge, age 92, of Fowler, MI, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Bickford of West Lansing.

     A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, March 25, 2022, with Rev. Fr. Dennis Howard presiding.  Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery,...

March 20, 2022

Stella Karek, age 94, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Sparrow Clinton Hospital, St. Johns, MI.      A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, March 22, 2022,  with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at Eureka Cemetery, Eureka,...

March 19, 2022

     Israel O. "Blondie" Davila, Sr., age 94, of Midland, MI, passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Midland, MI.      Cremation has taken place and the family will hold a celebration of his life at a later date.  His ashes will be buried next to his wife at Chapel Gardens Cemetery, Gratiot County, MI.  ...