Obituaries

October 9, 2020

Rick Arrington Rimmel, age 67, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Friday, October 9, 2020, at his home.

A Graveside Service will be held at the Ithaca Cemetery on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 1:00 P.M., with Rev. Christina Jensen officiating.

Rick was born in Kirksville, Missouri on October 4, 1953, the son of Rex Arrington...

October 8, 2020

Gerald Lynn Dick, loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2020, at the age of 84.

Gerald, known to many as Jerry, was born on January 10, 1936 in Lansing, MI to Valette and Cassie (Peck) Dick. He enlisted in the Navy on January 12, 1955. On August 22, 1959 he married...

October 8, 2020

Anita Lorraine Kindel was born February 23, 1929 to Marguerite (VerVecke) and Edmund Mushynski in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. In August of 1928 her birth father was killed in a boating accident and on September 5, 1932 she became the much loved stepdaughter of Wayne Roland.

As the future would lead her step-dad into preaching, she came to...

October 7, 2020

Mary Elizabeth Gabrion, age 87, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020, at Rosewood Adult Foster Care, Ithaca, MI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, Ithaca, MI, on Monday, October 12, 2020, at 10:30 A.M., with Rev. Fr. Edwin Dwyer officiating. Visitation will be at the church on...

October 6, 2020

Jeanne M. Alaga, age 57 of Ovid, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at her home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church Ovid, MI. on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 11:00 A.M., with Rev. Fr. Michael Kuchar officiating.  Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9, 2020 from 2-8...

October 6, 2020

Gerald Wayne Masar, age 70, of Ithaca, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at his home.

A Memorial Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Ithaca, MI, on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 12:00 P.M. until the time of service at the funeral home.

October 5, 2020

Joan Phyllis Keck, age 90, completed her journey here on earth, surrounded by her daughters, at her home on October 5, 2020.

Joan was born just outside of Ashley, Michigan on January 2, 1930 to Orla & Sylvia Kerr (Thompson). She attended the Kennett Country School & graduated in 1947 as Salutatorian from Ashley High School. She...

October 5, 2020

Leon Herbert Armbrustmacher, age 84, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, October 5, 2020, at his home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Fowler, MI, on Thursday, October 8, 2020 at 10:30 A.M., with Rev. Fr. Eric Weber officiating.  Burial will take place at Most Holy Trinity Cemetery,...

October 5, 2020

Dale Hosking, 75, passed away Monday, October 5, 2020, at his home in St. Johns, MI.

Per his wishes he was cremated and no service will be held.

Online condolences can be made at www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.

October 5, 2020

Christine Lynn King, age 38, of Sumner, MI, passed away Monday, October 5, 2020.

Funeral Services will be held at Community Baptist Church, 1525 W Superior St, Alma, MI 48801, on Monday, October 12, 2020 at 2:00 P.M., with Pastor Randy Brandon and Rev. Roger Stombaugh officiating.  Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until the time...

October 5, 2020

Mary “Eileen” Thelen, 92, of Fowler, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 5, 2020.

Eileen was the daughter of Casper and Vera (Schafer) Cook.  She was a member of Most Holy Trinity Church and the Christian Mothers.  It was her faith and family that were most important to her. Eileen enjoyed volunteer work, card games, travel, and...

October 3, 2020

Rolland “Ron” Thornton, age 80 of Lake, MI formerly of Elsie, MI passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Mid-Michigan Health, Midland, MI.

A Private Memorial Service will be held on November 14, 2020 at 11:00 A.M., with Mr. Dennis Baese officiating. Burial will take place at Duplain Township Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. The service...

October 1, 2020

John Jacob Seyrek, age 88, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, October 1, 2020, at his home.

Private Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 1:00 P.M., with Pastor Jeff Reser officiating.  Burial will take place at Eureka Cemetery, Eureka, MI. Visitation...

September 30, 2020

Virginia Fay Dancer, 95, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020, at Arbor Grove Assisted Living, Alma with her family by her side.

A Graveside Service will be held at Emerson Township Cemetery located on Bagley Rd. 1/2 mile north of Tyler Rd. on Saturday, October 3, 2020, at 4:00 P.M. with Pastor Dave...

September 29, 2020

Jack Anderson Cornwell, age 94, of rural Ithaca passed away Tuesday, September 29th, 2020 in the comfort of his home.

Jack was born August 12th, 1926 in the Ithaca Hospital, the son of Clarence and Bessie (Baker) Cornwell. He graduated from Ithaca High School in 1945 and resided all of his life in the Ithaca area. Jack...

September 29, 2020

Neil Kenneth Somers, age 78, of Chapin, MI, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at Hospice House of Shiawassee County, Owosso, MI.

Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, on Saturday, October 3, 2020at 11:00 A.M.  Burial will take place at Ford Cemetery, Gratiot County, MI. Visitation will be held on Friday,...

September 29, 2020

George Vincent Sakalas passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at the Hazel Findlay Country Manor after a long illness.

Born July 19, 1930 in Dayton, Ohio, George came to St. Johns with his wife, Dora (Weimer) to be near their daughter Melody and grandson Lucas Saltman.

George and Dora were both accomplished professional performers...

September 29, 2020

Leo Carl Coston, 85, of Alma, MI, passed away peacefully Tuesday, September 29, 2020, at his home with his son at his side.

Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Michael Podeszwa officiating.  Visitation will be held prior to the service...

September 27, 2020

Marion Ferne Gibson, 86, of DeWitt, MI, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2020, at Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Jude's Catholic Church, DeWitt, MI, on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 11:00 A.M., with Rev. Fr. David Speicher officiating.  Burial will follow at Gunnisonville Cemetery, DeWitt, MI.

Marion...

September 27, 2020

Carl James Langdon, age 20, of Owosso, MI, passed away Sunday, September 27, 2020, at Covenant Healthcare Center, Saginaw, MI.

Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Houghton Chapel, Ovid, MI, on Friday, October 2, 2020 at 11:00 A.M., with Loren Ward officiating.  Burial will take place at Maple Grove Cemetery, Ovid, MI....