Obituaries
Ronald James Jacobs
October 29, 2026
Ronald James Jacobs, age 85, of Perrinton, MI, passed away Thursday, October 29, 2026, at his home. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Martin De Porres Catholic Church, Perrinton, MI, at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, November 7, 2026, with Rev. Fr. Edwin Dwyer presiding. Ronald was born in Hastings, MI on September 14, 1941,...
Joyce Elaine Doty
October 27, 2026
Joyce Elaine Doty, age 82, of Elsie, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at her daughter's house surrounded by her family. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 31, 2026, with Pastor Andy Goodrich officiating. Burial will take place at Mt....
John D. Meyers
October 27, 2026
John D. Meyers, age 83, of Sumner, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center-Gratiot, Alma, MI. Per John’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. John was born in Sumner, MI on August 7, 1943, the son of John Dettmer and Carmelitta...
Shirley Susanne Potacka
October 23, 2026
Shirley Susanne Potacka, age 78, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Friday, October 23, 2026, at Schnepp Health Care Center, St. Louis, MI. Cremation will take place and burial will take place at Union Home Cemetery at a later date. Shirley was born in Gratiot County, Michigan on February 24, 1948, the daughter of Orvie E....
Jimmie Clayton Clark
October 18, 2026
Jimmie Clayton Clark, age 79, of Alma, MI, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alma, MI. Visitation will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Alma, Michigan, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. until the time of service at the funeral home. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00...
Larry A. Trexler
October 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Larry Trexler Larry Trexler, age 96, of Ithaca, Michigan, lived a long and meaningful life marked by dedication, integrity, service to his community, and an enduring love for his family. A lifelong resident of Ithaca, Larry built both his career and his life around the community he called home. Larry graduated from...
Carol Jean Reeves
October 14, 2026
Carol Jean Reeves, age 90, of Ithaca, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at Maple View Retirement Community in Ithaca. Faith was Carol’s quiet strength and lifelong comfort. She trusted in God and did not fear death, believing that her faith would carry her home. That same faith was reflected in the way she...
Todd Allen Randolph
October 13, 2026
Todd Allen Randolph, age 36, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at his home. Per Todd’s wishes, cremation will take place, and no services are to be held. Todd was born in Carson City, MI on August 30, 1990, the son of Jerry Donald and Nancy (Baker) Randolph. He graduated from Ithaca...
Rita Lynn West
October 12, 2026
Rita Lynn (Besko) West, born October 15, 1942, in Owosso, MI to Henry and Dorothy Besko (McMaster) entered into her eternal rest on October 12, 2026, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI. Rita grew up in Ovid and St. Johns, MI raised with her siblings: Teala (John) Moon, and Bill (Fran) Besko. Rita went on...
Gail Ann Brown
October 9, 2026
Gail Ann Brown, age 68, of Mount Pleasant, MI, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center - Gratiot, Alma, MI. Cremation will take place and there will be a celebration of life at a later date. Gail was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 10, 1958, the daughter of Richard Cole and Diane...
Lee Burton Grubaugh
October 9, 2026
Lee Grubaugh, age 75, passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, surrounded by a loving family and friends. He was born April 20, 1951, to Loren and Clara (Tabor) Grubaugh. Per Lee's wishes, there will be no service scheduled at this time, and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date. He...
Linda Susan Lockwood
October 9, 2026
Linda Susan Lockwood, age 76, passed away peacefully at her home on October 9, 2026, surrounded by her son and daughter-in-law. Born on May 18, 1950, Linda lived a life defined by unwavering love for her family, deep devotion to her husband, and a generous spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Linda was...
Simon Knight Kozlowski
October 8, 2026
Simon Knight Kozlowski, 5 months old, of Carson City, MI, passed away Thursday, October 8, 2026, at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Carson, Carson City, MI. Funeral Services will be held at Ithaca Wesleyan Church, Ithaca, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, October 23, 2026, with Pastor Doug Strait officiating. Burial will take place at New Haven Township...
Marilyn Ann Wolfe
October 4, 2026
Marilyn Ann Wolfe, age 75, of Carsonville, MI, formerly of Ashley, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at her daughter's home. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes Elsie, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, with Pastor Clarence Smith officiating. Burial will take place at Collier Cemetery, Washington Twp, MI. Visitation...
Sharon Kay Martyn
October 4, 2026
Sharon Kay Martyn, age 79, of Alma, MI, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center, Alma, MI. Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Louis, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 8, 2026, with Pastor Mona Kindel officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Alma, MI. Visitation will...
Carol Ann White
October 3, 2026
Carol Ann White, age 83, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, at The Maples of St. Johns, St. Johns, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at House of Prayer, 9974 Old M-78, Haslet, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 17, 2026 Carol was born in Owosso, MI on May...
Karen Sue Huss
October 2, 2026
Karen Sue Huss, age 80, of St. Louis, MI, passed away Friday, October 2, 2026, at Maple View Retirement Community, Ithaca, MI. Funeral Services will be held at St. Louis Church of Christ, St. Louis, MI, at 12:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, with Pastor Jut Daron and Dr. Keith Wise officiating. Burial will take place...
Mary Katherine Cooper
October 1, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary K. Cooper on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 77 years of age. She was a lifelong resident of Ithaca and maintained strong ties to her community. A proud member of the Ithaca High School, Class of '67 and a dedicated Yellowjacket fan. She will be remembered for her...
Nancy Lu Francetic
September 30, 2026
Nancy Lu Francetic, age 88, of Breckenridge, MI, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Assisted Living at Wellspring, Saginaw, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes, Ithaca, MI, on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Entombment will take place next to her husband, William Francetic at Chapel Hill Mausoleum...
Krystal Ann Ball
September 28, 2026
Krystal Ann Ball, age 49, of Owosso, MI, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026, at the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing, Lansing, MI. A Celebration of Life will be held at Crystal Township Gym, 217 West Park Street, Crystal, MI 48818, Saturday, October 3, 2026 from 11:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M. A Prayer Service will be held from 11:30...
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