Obituaries

George H. Dougherty

George H. Dougherty

Dec 9, 2020

Former Lyon Township trustee, George H. Dougherty, a resident of Higgins Lake, Michigan, peacefully passed away in his sleep on December 9, 2020 at the age of 83.

George, who is survived by his beloved wife, Martha Sue “Susie” [Crego] Dougherty, served Lyon Township as a trustee and as chairman of the Lyon Township Planning Commission. He also organized the...

Robert Lane Gelinski

Robert Lane Gelinski

Dec 8, 2020

Robert Lane Gelinski, 52, of Grayling passed away unexpectedly December 8, 2020 at home.   Bob was born to Wayne and Carolyn (Wilson) Gelinski on December 15, 1967 in Mt. Clemens, MI.  Known affectionately by his friends as “Moose” he was an active member of the Grayling community, always lending a helping hand to anyone in need. Moose had a big...

Grace Augusta Goodale

Grace Augusta Goodale

Dec 6, 2020

Grace Augusta Goodale, 82, formerly of Grayling and Gaylord, passed away on December 6, 2020.   She was born in Livonia, Michigan on June 2, 1938 to the late Frank and Ruth (VanBuren) Witt. Grace was a lifetime member of Order of Eastern Stars. She was also a member of Gaylord E-Free Church, she made cards for others and was known...

Kay Yvonne Reeves

Kay Yvonne Reeves

Dec 5, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Kay Yvonne Reeves on Saturday December 5, 2020 at the age of 84.

Kay Reeves was born to proud parents Roy and Laura Swanson, the first of three children, on March 26, 1936 in Cadillac, Michigan. In her early teens she loved to roller skate and spent many hours at the...

Lucille Smith

Lucille Smith

Dec 4, 2020

Lucille Smith, 97, of Roscommon, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 4, 2020.

Lucille was born to Rupert and Eva (Measures) Arnold on February 17, 1923 in Ogden Center, MI. Lucille enjoyed spending time in Northern Michigan looking at her stretch of the river. She spent many years making porcelain dolls, hand painting China, knitting,...

Louis Warder Smith

Louis Warder Smith

Dec 3, 2020

Louis W. Smith, 89, of Grayling, Michigan, died December 3, 2020. He was born in Grayling to Clara Louise and Jappe Frederick Smith, of Grayling. He is predeceased by his parents, sisters, Millie and Louis' twin, Sara, and brother, Sam. He is survived by a nephew, cousins, and many caring friends. Memorial services to be held at a future post-pandemic...

Michael David Weiss

Michael David Weiss

Nov 30, 2020

Michael David Weiss, age 54, of Grayling, passed away November 30, 2020 from Covid 19.  He was born in San Francisco, California, on July 14, 1966, to Robert Weiss and Penny Jones. Mike was a proud, decorated Army Veteran and served in Desert Storm. He was employed by Weyerhaeuser.

Mike met the love of his life, Andrea, in 2009. Mike...

Gil L. Ashton

Gil L. Ashton

Nov 26, 2020

Gil L. Ashton, 66, of Grayling, MI passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, November 26, 2020. Gil was born in Jackson, MI to Richard and Betty (Wilson) Ashton.

Gil is survived by his wife April, sister Gayle (Dave), son Matthew (Alexis), daughter Alyssa (Nathan), step-children, Ian, Austin, and Kelsey Andrus, and grandchildren Mikaela, Talon, Ridge, Roan, and Selena. He...

Bernard Roy Feldhauser

Bernard Roy Feldhauser

Nov 24, 2020

Bernard Roy Feldhauser, 99, of Maple Forest Township, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on November 24, 2020.

Bernard was born on July 9, 1921 to Christine and Robert Feldhauser of Maple Forest Township. Bernard was a WWII veteran and a proud member of the Auburn Hills Post #143 American Legion for the last 60 years. He was...

Dr. Tyler W. Steffey

Dr. Tyler W. Steffey

Nov 16, 2020

Dr. Tyler W Steffey was called home to heaven on Nov 16th. He died peacefully with his wife and family at his side. He loved life and lived it to the fullest.   He leaves behind his wonderful wife Katy, his parents: Jeff and Michele, brothers: Nicholas (Danielle) and Brent, and his beloved dogs: Kona and Benelli.   Tyler received his doctorate...

Clarence Allen Papendick

Clarence Allen Papendick

Nov 13, 2020

Clarence Allen Papendick, 94, of Grayling, went straight to heaven on Friday, November 13, 2020; his passing was sudden and quick, just as he always wanted.

Born to Eugene and Ida (Newell) Papendick, Clarence was the first of four children and resided in Grayling until the age of 17 when he joined the U.S. Navy during WWII. He sailed on...

Maurine "JANE" Larson

Maurine "JANE" Larson

Nov 9, 2020

Maurine “Jane” Larson, 76, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2020 in Traverse City, MI after a lengthy illness. She was born on December 10, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Maurice Griffin and Ruby Elinor (Bickel) O’Connor II.

Jane grew up in Bedford, Iowa. She graduated from Bedford High School in 1962. After high school she attended the University of...

Elizabeth Ann Pamerleau

Elizabeth Ann Pamerleau

Nov 8, 2020

Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Pamerleau, 103, of Grayling, passed away on November 8, 2020 in Grayling.

Betty was born August 31, 1917 in Flint, Michigan to Sarah and John Waite. On April 20, 1938, she married George R. Pamerleau in St. Michael's Church, Flint, Michigan. Betty was an R.S.V.P volunteer for 31 years; an American Red Cross Blood Services volunteer for...

Brian Ray Owen

Brian Ray Owen

Nov 3, 2020

Brian Ray Owen, 61, of Grayling passed away peacefully November 3, 2020.

Brian was born to Robert and Julia (Durham) Owen in Pontiac, MI on January 26, 1959. Brian was a very hard working man and he loved life. He enjoyed going to the American Legion and being with "The Guys". He will be dearly missed.

Brian is survived by...

Thomas A. Denno

Thomas A. Denno

Nov 2, 2020

Thomas A. Denno, 79, of Frederic, passed away on Monday, November 02, 2020.

Tom was born in Grayling, Michigan on June 29, 1941, to Raymond & Elsie (Galloway) Denno. He attended school in Grayling and would end up working in the Tree business. Thomas Denno married Ann Hulbert on February 23,1973. Tom was self-employed for many years as he ran...

Elmer Alfred Trombley

Elmer Alfred Trombley

Oct 31, 2020

Elmer Alfred Trombley, 91, of Grayling, MI passed away October 31, 2020.

Elmer was born to Eli and Eva (Sterling) Trombley in Flint, MI on July 11, 1929. Elmer served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and also worked as a line worker at General Motors. Elmer enjoyed yardwork, gardening, woodworking, and going to the casino. Most...

Kenneth Dean Money

Kenneth Dean Money

Oct 28, 2020

Kenneth Money, 85, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully on October 28, 2020. He was born to Ralph and Glennie (Smith) Money September 3, 1935. He married the former Carol Elaine Polmanteer on June 2, 1956.

Kenneth is survived by his children, Patrick Money of Grayling, Michael (Sara) Money of Castle Rock, CO, Jack (Michelle) Money of Grayling, Joel (Teresa)...

Marjorie Elizabeth Cooper

Marjorie Elizabeth Cooper

Oct 18, 2020

Marjorie Elizabeth Cooper, 83, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family Sunday, October 18, 2020.

Marjorie was born to Henry Charles and Alice (Murphy) Houghton in Boston, MA on January 25, 1937. Marjorie enjoyed baking and cooking. She was an avid reader, loved the beach, and loved listening to music. Most of all she loved...

Patricia Nellie Letts

Patricia Nellie Letts

Oct 18, 2020

Patricia Nellie (Maxwell) Letts, 65, of Owasso Michigan passed peacefully at a long term care facility in Jefferson City Tennessee October 18, 2020.

Patricia was raised in Grayling MI by her mother Barbara Bunker and Howard L Bunker Sr (deceased).  She graduated from Grayling High School in 1973 and graduated from Kirtland Community College, receiving an Associate’s degree in Accounting.   ...

Delores Ellen Kinsora

Delores Ellen Kinsora

Oct 16, 2020

Delores Kinsora, 90, of Grayling, MI passed away on October 16, 2020.

She was born in Grayling, Michigan on March 27, 1930 to the late Rex Aaron and Ruby Angeline (Dyer)Chappel. Delores was married to Jack James Kinsora for 67 years before he preceded her in death in 2019.

Delores is survived by her children: Deborah (Jon) Cerrito of Waterford,...