Obituaries
Charles Michael Draper
Dec 21, 2021
Charles Michael Draper, 72, of Lewiston, MI passed away Tuesday, December 21st 2021 at Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital.
Charles was born to Charles W. and Frances (Bradshaw) Draper in Hillsdale, MI on March 26th, 1949. He held many jobs in his lifetime but the most prominent were his careers as school teacher, Fire Chief, and EMT-Specialist at West Shore...
Joann Barbara Merithew
Dec 20, 2021
Joann Barbara Merithew, 84, of Grayling, passed away on December 20, 2021.
She was born in West Branch, Michigan to Xavier and Mary Diemert. Joann was a "proud wrestling grandma" of several Grayling wrestlers over the years.
Survived by children: Dianna (Curt) Hiser of Mio, Teresa (Fred) Perrin of Grayling, and William (Samantha) Merithew of Prescott. She was also blessed...
Wilbur Edward Jones, Jr.
Dec 17, 2021
Wilbur Edward Jones, Jr., 64, of Grayling, passed away on December 17, 2021. He was born on March 7, 1957 to the late Wilbur and Violet Jones in Wheeling, West Virginia. Wilbur married Robin Myers on June 19, 1977 in Wheeling, West Virginia. He served in the US Army. Survived by his wife Robin of 44 years. Children: Wilbur (Brianna)...
Michael Edmund Duffy
Dec 16, 2021
Michael Edmund Duffy, 71, of Grayling, passed away on December 16, 2021.
He was born on May 30, 1950 to the late Edmund and Dorothy Duffy.He married Yvonne on August 23, 1991 in Las Vegas. Michael retired from Ford Motors. He was a member of Grayling Eagles.
Survived by his wife Yvonne of 30 years. Sons: Derrick (Nicole) Lake of...
Bonnie Marie Smith
Dec 14, 2021
Bonnie Marie (Small) Smith (69) a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away on December 14, 2021 in Florida with family by her side.
Bonnie was born January 24, 1952 to James and Lois (Granger) Small in Wyandotte, Michigan. Bonnie loved to spend time with her family, work in her gardens, and working at Wellington Farm Park as...
Julie Anne Draper
Dec 7, 2021
Julie Anne Draper, 68, of Lewiston, MI passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital. Julie was born to Stanley and Donna (Isham) Hanna on May 7, 1953. Julie loved to paint and make artwork. She had done many paintings for the Roscommon Zoo along with her husband. Her number one priority was her 3 boys and...
Daniel Alan Peterson
Dec 7, 2021
Daniel Alan Peterson, 67, of Kentwood, MI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 with his family by his side. Daniel was born on November 9, 1954 in Gaylord, MI to the late Dale Alexander & Irene Grace (Tolles) Peterson. He is survived by his sisters Dalene Susan (Jim) Corlew and Pamela Jean Bogart; daughter Brandy Sue (David) Bennett...
Alice Pearl Galvani
Dec 3, 2021
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Alice Galvani (87) of Grayling MI finished her journey on this earth Friday December 3rd, 2021.
She had a nurturing, and adventurous spirit. Alice' heart was always full, and encouraged that love and kindness to be shown to all. Alice was a family oriented woman, who always gave of her time for those that she loved....
Jessie Marie Isenhauer
Dec 3, 2021
Jessie Marie Isenhauer, 89, of Grayling passed away peacefully Friday, December 3, 2021 at Crawford Continuing Care Center. Jessie was born on May 24, 1932 in Lake Orion, MI to George and Margaret (Kline) Gray. Jessie moved to Grayling in the early 70’s and worked many years in the Grayling Mercy Hospital emergency department. Jessie is survived by her children...
Leo "Tony" Rozenek
Dec 2, 2021
Leo (Tony) Rozenek, 79, of Grayling passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Thursday, December 2, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Susan Lynn (Isenhauer) Rozenek, several nieces and nephews, two brothers and one sister.
Susan would like to thank the Munson Hospice nurse's for the specialized care Leo received during his illness and...
Robert Frank Houghton
Nov 27, 2021
Robert Frank Houghton, 82, of Grayling, MI passed away Saturday, November 27, 2021 at MidMichigan Medical Center in Alma, MI.
Robert was born in Grayling on June 15, 1939 to Nyland and Lillian (Ahman) Houghton. Bob was a man of strong faith in the Lord. In later years, he spent much of his time visiting with patients at the local...
Marguerite Loraine Miller
Nov 24, 2021
Marguerite "Lori" Loraine Miller, 61, of Grayling passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Lori was born in Grayling on January 3, 1960 to Edward and Jeanette (Cook) Allison. Lori is survived by her mother Jeanette Allison; siblings Dave Allison, Randy Allison and Wendy Allison; daughter Samantha Jo Miller; granddaughter Emily Brayden; several nieces and nephews; many aunts, uncles and cousins;...
Deborah Rae Knowles
Nov 23, 2021
Deborah Rae Knowles,59, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Deborah was born in Garden City on June 14, 1962 to Thomas and Sheila (Conley) Bryan. Deb relocated to the Grayling area in the late ‘70’s and attended Grayling High School. In the early ‘80’s, Deb found her love of a lifetime. The one that she...
Lillian "Lee" Marie Montgomery
Nov 11, 2021
Lillian "Lee" Marie Montgomery, 78, of Grayling passed away peacefully at home Thursday, November 11, 2021. Lee was born on June 23, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY to Nicholas and Alberta (McIntosh) Duryea. She loved gardening and quilting. She was a very loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She is going to be missed by all who knew her. Lee is survived...
Terry Lynn Collins
Nov 10, 2021
Terry Lynn Collins, 66, of Grayling, previously of Dundee, passed away at home Wednesday, November 10, 2021.
Terry was born in Wyandotte, MI on September 18, 1955 to Jack and Faye (Epling) Collins. Terry married his high school sweetheart Janet Smith on January 12, 1976. Terry loved hunting and was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed his many adventures with friends...
Frank Jahner
Nov 9, 2021
Frank Jahner, 76, of Grayling Twp passed away at home on November 9, 2021.
Frank was born on June 12, 1945 in Napolean, ND to Frank and Margaret (Schwartzenberger) Jahner, Sr. He graduated from Belleville High School. Frank was an avid hunter and golfer. He also enjoyed fishing. His artistic ability as a tile mason can be seen throughout many...
Douglas Gerald Donaldson
Nov 3, 2021
Douglas Gerald Donaldson passed away unexpectedly on November 3rd, 2021 after a brief illness.
Doug was born in Detroit on December 13th, 1951 to Andrew and Goldie Donaldson. He is survived by his longtime partner Joan Neal, her three children, Toby Neal (Erica), Sarah (Nate) Majerczyk, Amy (Theo) Gibson and their children: Joshua, Alaina, David, and Sean Neal; Toryn...
Donna Ruth Barnett
Nov 2, 2021
Donna Ruth Barnett, 88, of Grayling, MI was welcomed into Heaven to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 2, 2021.
Donna was born to Ora & Fava Poe on May 15, 1933 in Owensville, IN. She loved the Lord and held that faith throughout her life, helping to pass it on to her family for generations. Donna was a...
Penelope "Penny" Ann Shepherd
Oct 31, 2021
Penelope (Penny) Ann Shepherd (Latusek), 70, born May 31, 1951, passed away on October 31, 2021 at her home in Dade City, Florida. She is survived by her husband Terry Shepherd, son Brian Shepherd (Colleen) and son Eric Shepherd (Jose). Five grandchildren Devyn, Ian (Jennifer), Keegan, Lairyn and Ethan, three great grandchildren Isaac, Elijah and Autumn. Penny was born in...
Nancy Rose Dixon
Oct 29, 2021
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Nancy Rose Dixon, 51, of Lovells, passed away on October 29, 2021.
She was born to the late Robert and Donna (Presson) Nemeth on December 11, 1969 in Pontiac, Michigan. Nancy married Walter Martin Dixon on September 28, 1990 in Waterford, Michigan. Nancy was a two time survivor of a cancer diagnosis.
Preceded in death by her...
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