Obituaries
Edward "Chip" Ralph Durga, Jr.
Jun 27, 2025
Edward "Chip" Ralph Durga, Jr., of Grayling, age 61, passed away in Clare, MI on June 27, 2025 at the Medilodge of Clare.
Chip was born on November 18, 1963 to Edward R. Durga Sr. and Barbara L. (Coaty) Durga in Scottsbluff, NE. He enjoyed biking, traveling, socializing, the beach, reading, joking around, and beer. He served in the U.S. Army...
William "Brian" Coats
Jun 24, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of William "Brian" Coats, aged 58, of Roscommon, MI. His family was by his side as he passed at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, MI.
Brian was born on March 5, 1967 in Lansing, MI to parents Larry and Eileen (Bishop) Coats. He accomplished many things in his lifetime...
Kenneth Clayton Halstead, Sr.
Jun 20, 2025
Kenneth Clayton Halstead, Sr., age 77, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025 at his home with family at his side.
He was born on June 16, 1948 to Claude "Bud" and Arlene (Dilling) Halstead in Detroit, MI. Kenneth served in the U.S. Navy for 12 years, was given the Vietnam Cross honor along with many other military...
Sharon Kay Johnson
Jun 17, 2025
Sharon K. Johnson, 83, of Frederic, MI was welcomed into the Kingdom of God on June 17, 2025 surrounded by her family.
She was born in Grayling, MI on October 23, 1941 to George C. and Elnora (Barber) Lodge. Sharon lived most of her life in Frederic, MI and graduated from Frederic High School in 1960. She was a business owner...
Gloria Maxine Taylor
Jun 14, 2025
Gloria Maxine (Larr) Taylor, 85, of Beaver Creek Township, MI passed away peacefully with her loving husband Howard at her side on Saturday morning, June 14, 2025.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Dale Larr and Maxine (Flory) Larr, Two brothers Dale Larr and Jack Larr both of Manton, MI and a son Mark McDaniel. She is survived by...
Helen Marie Nielson
Jun 13, 2025
Helen Marie (Balch) Nielson passed away peacefully on the evening of Friday, June 13th, 2025, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan, surrounded by the love and presence of her family as she took her final breath — all while watching the Game Show Network, her favorite station and a source of joy and comfort in her daily life.
Helen...
Wilson Stanley Cox, Jr.
Jun 9, 2025
Wilson "Butch" Stanley Cox, Jr., age 79, of Frederic, Mi passed away peacefully in Essexville, MI on June 9, 2025
Butch was born on August 8, 1945 to Wilson and Ila (Baldwin) Cox, Sr. in Grayling, MI. He married his lifelong love Sarah Jane Dutton on October 11, 1969 in Frederic, MI. Butch proudly served in the U.S. Navy aboard the...
Louis Richard Neilson
Jun 2, 2025
Louis Richard Neilson, 74, passed away peacefully at his Grayling home on June 2, 2025.
Louie was born January 14, 1951 in Grayling, Michigan to Carl Henry Neilson and Gloria (McDaniel) Neilson. He was the third child of five and was the second son. He graduated from Grayling High School in 1969. During his early adult years, he traveled the world...
William Howard Mino
May 30, 2025
William Howard Mino, 79, of Grayling, MI passed away at Munson Healthcare - Grayling Hospital on May 30, 2025.
William was born in Hartford, CT to Howard and Catherine (Ballard) Mino on January 29, 1946. William graduated in the class of 65' from Cardinal Farley Military Academy in Rhinebeck, NY. He married Donna Gail Dupuis in February of 67'. They had...
Dewain Allen Hall
May 30, 2025
Dewain Allen Hall, 95, Grayling/Roscommon, died peacefully May 30, 2025 at the Brook, with his family at his side. A funeral service, with full military honors and Masonic service will be held Saturday, June 14, 2025 at Michelson Memorial United Methodist Church, Grayling, Michigan, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. Final resting place West Deerfield Cemetery, North Branch,...
Gladys Arlene Reed
May 29, 2025
Gladys Arlene Reed, age 106, of Frederic, MI formally of Montrose, MI, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025 at Munson Healthcare - Grayling Hospital.
Gladys was born on December 28, 1918 in Greenville, MI to Syend and Gladys (Kellogg) Petersen. She graduated from Montrose High School in 1938. She married Wyman Reed in Flushing, MI on January 11, 1940. Gladys...
Roger Lee Bolt
May 12, 2025
Roger Lee Bolt, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2025 at The Brook of Grayling. Roger was born to John and Dena (VerHoek) Bolt in Grand Rapids, MI on August 25, 1946.
Roger was an Army veteran having served as a Military Police officer stationed in Germany. Additionally, he worked for 33 years as a Tool maker at General...
Joel Thomas Wright
May 11, 2025
Joel Thomas Wright, 46, of Grayling was born on January 30, 1979 to Terry and Linda Wright. He died on May 11, 2025. He is survived by his parents and sons Eli and Eric. No services will be held.
Arrangements by Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
Jeanne Marie Parkinson
May 8, 2025
Jeanne Marie Parkinson (Lange) of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ surrounded by her family, following a short but courageous battle with cancer.
Jeanne is survived by her husband of 42 years Jeff, their children Tracy (Matthew) Mabel of Phoenix, AZ; Nicholas (Lizz) Parkinson of Madison Heights, MI; Scott Parkinson of Mesa, AZ; and grandchildren...
Nancy Jean Root
Apr 30, 2025
Nancy Jean Root, age 80, passed away at Munson healthcare - Grayling Hospital on Wednesday April 30, 2025. She was born on September 6, 1944 to Glen and Esther (Carlson) Roland in Oconto, WI., she lived there until 1948 moving to Michigan City Indiana. Nancy spent her youth and school years there and upon Graduation in 1962 moved to Flint...
Larry Dean Hunter
Apr 30, 2025
Larry Dean Hunter of Grayling, age 81, passed away suddenly at his home the morning of April 30, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1944 in Grayling, to Lawrence "Bud" Hunter and Eleanore (Gorman) Hunter.
Larry was a member of the Knights of Columbus Catholic Organization and held the rank of Fourth Degree Knight. He volunteered at numerous church functions...
Scott Patrick Foster
Apr 29, 2025
Scott Patrick Foster of Grayling, MI passed away on April 29th, 2025. Age 77, Scott was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in September 2023.
Scott was born in Chelsea, MI to Dudley & Angeline Foster on November 21, 1947. After graduating from Chelsea High School in 1965, Scott earned a bachelor’s from Western Michigan & a master’s in education from University of...
Kelly Mae-Azildia Verlinde
Apr 26, 2025
In Loving Memory of Kelly Mae-Azildia Verlinde
August 20, 1965 – April 26, 2025
Kelly Mae-Azildia Verlinde, age 59, of Frederic, Michigan, passed away at home on Saturday, April 26, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer—a battle she faced with unshakable grace, fierce determination, and her trademark sense of humor.
Born on August 20, 1965, in Grayling, Michigan, to Henry James “Jim”...
Kathleen Ruth Kroll
Apr 25, 2025
Kathleen "Kathi" Kroll (Thomas, Dunberger) age 77, of Grayling, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, April 25th , 2025. She was born in 1947, the daughter of the late James and Ruth Thomas. Forever cherished and remembered by her children, Renee and Ron; siblings, Martha (Jerry), Janet (Roger), Gwen (Mike), and George (Karen). Her memory will live on...
Pamela Rose Deline
Apr 25, 2025
Pamela Rose (Williams) Deline, 70, of Grayling, MI, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2025. Pam was born on May 1, 1954 to Lowell and Dorothy (Loudenslager) Williams. She married Bill Deline on May 5, 1972 in St. Louis, MI. Bill preceded her in death on August 30, 2018.
Pam was employed as a day care worker at the Children’s Place...
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