Obituaries

Mary Ella Merithew

Mary Ella Merithew

Apr 28, 2021

Mary Ella Merithew, 55, of Grayling, MI passed away April 28, 2021 at Munson Medical Center. Mary was born in Grayling, MI on February 21, 1966 to William Charles and Joann Barbara (Diemert) Merithew. Mary loved her grandchildren and family very dearly. She is going to be very missed.   Mary is survived by her children, Cassie Marie Merithew, Joel James...

Carolyn Frances Rowe

Carolyn Frances Rowe

Apr 26, 2021

Carolyn Frances Rowe, 81, of Grayling, stepped onto the streets of glory on April 26, 2021. She is now walking with Jesus for eternity.   Carolyn is survived by her husband William B. Rowe of 65 years. Her children and extended families have been blessed with so much love and prayers from her over many years. Children: Carol (Joseph) Smothers, William...

Richard Harry Thompson

Richard Harry Thompson

Apr 25, 2021

Richard Harry Thompson, 65, of Grayling, passed away on April 25, 2021.

He was born in Kalamazoo on August 6, 1955 to Harry and Nanette (Judd) Thompson. Richard married Wendy Swinehart on February 2, 1974.  Wendy preceded him in death in December 2020. Richard was a devoted brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, camping, and woodworking. ...

Andrew Stephen Pepsin

Andrew Stephen Pepsin

Apr 24, 2021

Andrew Stephen Pepsin, 38, of Grayling, MI passed away suddenly April 24, 2021.   Andrew was born in Gaylord, MI on September 24, 1982 to Karen Porter and Stephen Pepsin. Andrew "Bigga" Pepsin is survived by his son Gabriel Smith Pepsin, and his daughters Arica and Elena, and his parents Steven Pepsin & Karen Porter. Andrew was a Great Man, a...

Gloria Jean Curtis

Gloria Jean Curtis

Apr 21, 2021

Gloria Jean Curtis, 66, of Grayling, passed away on April 21, 2021.

She was born in Sandusky, Michigan on October 2, 1954 to the late Ray and Mildred (Flynn) Paling. Gloria married Bruce David Curtis on June 11, 1971. They were married 33 years before he preceded her in death. Gloria was a LPN, retired from Mercy Hospital. She enjoyed...

Robert Henry Dent

Robert Henry Dent

Apr 16, 2021

Robert Henry Dent, 85, of Grayling, passed away on April 16, 2021.   He was born in Midland County, Michigan to the late Arthur and Leota (Conn) Dent on October 2, 1935. Robert had lived in Arizona for 42 years, then Colorado, and returned to Michigan in 2020. He enjoyed riding his sandrail buggy in the desert while living in Arizona....

Gregory William Lake

Gregory William Lake

Apr 13, 2021

Gregory William Lake, 77, of Mio, MI passed away on April 13, 2021.

Gregory was born to William and Helen (Majewski) Lake on August 26, 1943 in Detroit, MI. Gregory served in the United States Air Force and worked for Ford Motor Company for many years. Gregory was an avid Harley rider/enthusiast and was a member of a motorcycle club....

Daniel OK Carter

Daniel OK Carter

Apr 9, 2021

Daniel OK Carter, 61, of Bear Lake Twp, MI, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 9, 2021.   Daniel was born to Lyle and Lois (Wittig) Carter on April 22, 1959 in Alma, MI. Daniel was an avid outdoorsman which included activities like hunting, fishing, and gardening.   Daniel is survived by daughters, Kristin (Dean) Tebo of Onaway, MI,...

David Eldon Sherbert

David Eldon Sherbert

Apr 7, 2021

David Eldon Sherbert, 69, of Grayling, MI passed away on April 7, 2021.

He was born on March 5, 1952 in Kingsport, Tennessee to the late William and Lula (Terwilliger) Sherbert. Dave married Ruth Hunsberger on August 11, 1973 in Houghton Lake, MI. He attended broadcasting college and initially worked in Kalamazoo. Dave worked at a variety of radio...

Vickie Renee Odden

Vickie Renee Odden

Apr 4, 2021

Vickie Renee Odden, 57, of Frederic, passed away on April 4, 2021.

She was born in Pontiac, Michigan on May 1, 1963 to the late Grant and Joyce (Stabley) Thompson. She married Timothy Odden on September 17, 1983. Vickie loved her children and grandchildren and enjoyed gardening.

Survived by her husband, Timothy Odden, of 37 years. Children: Luke Odden of...

David John Kissane

David John Kissane

Apr 1, 2021

David Kissane, age 54, of Lovells, MI passed away on April 1, 2021. David was born and raised in the Oak Park and River Forest suburbs of Chicago, where he was a graduate of Oak Park and River Forest High School and Columbia College. He excelled in both his studies and athletics, ultimately beginning his professional career of many years...

Robert Allen McCurdy

Robert Allen McCurdy

Mar 28, 2021

Robert (Bob) Allen McCurdy, 68, of Grayling, Michigan passed away peacefully at home Sunday, March 28, 2021, after his battle with lung cancer.

Bob was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on July 15, 1952, the son of the late Doris Lucille (Mast) and Donald Coreal McCurdy.  He graduated from Grayling High School in 1970.  He married Susan Marie Bourrie on...

Nathaniel Andrew Mueller

Nathaniel Andrew Mueller

Mar 8, 2021

Nathaniel Andrew Mueller, 35, of Hickory County, Missouri, passed away on March 8, 2021.

Nate was a fun-loving individual who carried kindness and compassion with him everywhere he went. He spent his life in service to others and to his faith. In his youth he served as an Acolyte at St. Francis Episcopal Church in Grayling, Michigan where he entertained...

Nicholas James Piehl

Nicholas James Piehl

Feb 26, 2021

Nicholas James Piehl, 26, of Grayling passed away unexpectedly February 26, 2021.

Nicholas was born to Tricia Piehl and Douglas Seymour on May 23, 1994 in Grayling.

Nick is survived by his mother, Tricia (Robert) Perry and father, Douglas (Michelle) Seymour; siblings, Brandon Piehl, Alexandra Piehl, Levi Piehl, Geoffrey Seymour, Jared Seymour, Daniel Seymour, and Devon Seymour; niece, Zoey Jones;...

Louise Anne Studaker

Louise Anne Studaker

Feb 25, 2021

Louise (LouAnne) Studaker passed away on February 25, 2021, surrounded by her family after a courageous, short battle with cancer.

She was born to Martin and Bernadine Foley in Detroit, Michigan. She was a graduate of Star of the Sea High School in Grosse Pointe and moved to Croswell-Lexington area where she made lifelong friends and memories before moving...

William John Bonkowski

William John Bonkowski

Feb 22, 2021

William J. Bonkowski Jr., a.k.a. “Bill” a.ka. “Boss”, loving husband and cherished father, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 22nd.  It is with heavy hearts that we say good bye to this loving man, whose love of animals, large and small brought such delight to his life.  He will live on in our hearts and souls forever.

Bill was born...

Marilyn Lee Petrill

Marilyn Lee Petrill

Feb 18, 2021

Marilyn Lee Petrill, 86, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home with family on February 18, 2021.

Marilyn was born to Clyde and Eleanor (Meyers) Heavlin in Garden City, MI on January 15, 1935. She was a very generous person, always helping neighbors and anyone in need. She was loving and wonderful grandmother and all around wonderful and elegant...

Alfred William 'Bill' 'Butch' Borchers, Jr.

Alfred William 'Bill' 'Butch' Borchers, Jr.

Feb 17, 2021

Alfred William Borchers, Jr. 73, of Grayling and known as "Bill" or "Butch", passed away in Alabama on February 17, 2021.

He was born on February 1, 1948 to Alfred and Zonela Borchers in Grayling. Bill served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. He continued his service to our country by being part of the team from...

Christopher Wayne Galvani

Christopher Wayne Galvani

Feb 17, 2021

Christopher Wayne Galvani, 64, of Grayling passed away unexpectedly at home February 17, 2021.

Christopher was born to Orlo and Alice (Latimer) Galvani in Grayling on August 16, 1956. He served in the United States Marine Corp. He enjoyed photography, whittling wooden canes, spending time outdoors, occasional camping trips, and listening to music. He loved spending time with his family,...

Richard Harr Ebert

Richard Harr Ebert

Feb 7, 2021

Richard Harr Ebert, 90, of Roscommon, MI passed away peacefully at home on February 7th, 2021 with his wife of nearly 70 years at his side.

Richard (Dick) was born to Gustave and Adah (Harr) Ebert in Detroit, MI on September 24, 1930. He was a graduate of Roscommon High School where he was an outstanding athlete. Dick met his...