Obituaries
Steven Jan Smith
Dec 26, 2016
Steven Jan Smith, much beloved son, 63, of Kalkaska, passed away on December 26, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 14, 1953, in Richmond, Indiana to Jan M. Smith and Carolyn (Geake) Rakoczy. Steven is survived by his mother, Carolyn (Ron) Rakoczy of Grayling and his father, Jan M. Smith of Zionsville, Indiana. Siblings: Susan...
Donald Vradenburg
Dec 23, 2016
Donald Vradenburg, 82, of Grayling, passed away on December 23, 2016. He was born on May 21, 1934 to the late Leonard and Luloa (Kelly) Vradenburg in Alma, Michigan. He served in the US Army and was a lifetime member of VFW. Donald married the former Sondra Moffatt on March 17, 1979. He owned and operated Vradenburg Upholstery in Grayling...
Velma June Wilcox
Dec 13, 2016
Velma June Wilcox, 81, of Waters, passed away on December 13, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband Theodore Roland Wilcox. Survived by her daughter, Roxann SanCartier and son, Mitchell (Sharon) Wilcox and their respective families. No public services are planned. Condolences may be sent to www.sorensonlockwood.com Arrangements by Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
Roberta "Berba" Corlew
Dec 10, 2016
Roberta N. "Berba" Corlew, 88, of Grayling, left her earthly home to enter her gift of eternal life with her savior. She was born on December 3, 1928 in Grand Blanc, Michigan to the late Stanley O. and Laura E. (Wagner) Perry. She graduated from Grand Blanc High School in 1947. Berba married Dewey E. Corlew on November 9, 1947....
Barbara Lyn Schultz
Dec 9, 2016
Barbara Lyn McKee Schultz, 60, of Grayling, passed away on December 9, 2016. She was born in Cadillac, Michigan on December 20, 1955 to the late Ross and Nesta (Gribel) McKee. Barb was the valedictorian of Kingsley High School class of 1974. She received a BA from Cedarville College and a teaching certificate from Central Michigan University. She married Jon...
William Henry Heckerthorn
Dec 6, 2016
William Henry Heckerthorn, 65, of Grayling, MI, passed away on December 6, 2016. William was born in Bay City on May 30, 1951, to William Henry and Madeline (Kaznowski) Heckerthorn. He graduated from John Glenn High School in Bay City in 1969. He served in the Army Reserve. William was the previous owner of Bailey's Bar in Bay City. He...
Alan Dale Alma
Dec 1, 2016
On the evening of December 1, 2016, Alan Dale Alma passed away after a long struggle with cancer. He courageously held onto life during this time without complaint. Alan was born on June 5, 1946 in Grayling, Michigan to the late Maurice and Ruby (Weaver) Alma. He was proud of his Saginaw Chippewa Indian heritage. Alan served in the US...
Gary Dean Yoder
Nov 16, 2016
Gary Dean Yoder born August 6, 1943 in Lansing, MI passed away on November 16, 2016. He now joins his parents Robert Yoder Sr. and Leah Royston Yoder, oldest sister Wanda Puskala and younger brother Richard Yoder. He leaves his siblings, Larry & JoAnn Yoder, Marlene & Les Goss, Robert Yoder, Jr., lots of beloved nieces and nephews, great nieces...
Arthur "LEE" Tompkins
Nov 14, 2016
Arthur "LEE" Tompkins, 81, of Grayling, MI, passed away on November 14, 2016. Lee was born in Owosso, MI on January 12, 1935, a son of the late Rebecca (Wright) and Howard Tompkins. He served in the U.S. Marines. Lee had many good friends that surrounded him. He enjoyed traveling, casinos, and the lottery. Survived by: Daughter: Natalie (Buddy) Novak...
Michaelle Marie White
Nov 14, 2016
Michaelle Marie White, 48, of Gaylord passed away November 14th, 2016, at home with her loving husband by her side. Michaelle was born October 3, 1968, in Battle Creek, MI to Michael and Sandra Myers. She married Steven White August 26, 2004. Michaelle has had many jobs through the years and was also a wife and home maker. She loved...
Richard Francis Selthoffer
Nov 12, 2016
Richard Francis Selthoffer, 81, of Grayling, passed away on November 12, 2016. He was born in Detroit on December 11, 1934 to the late Frank Francis and Mildred (Carriveau) Selthoffer. Richard served in the US Navy on 3 battleships; the Iowa, Missouri, and Mississippi and also an ammunition supply ship during the Korean War era. He married Claudia "Jeri" Marengo...
Elaine E. McKie-Slater
Nov 9, 2016
Elaine E. McKie-Slater, 85, of Roscommon and Grayling, passed away on November 9, 2016. She was born on July 5, 1931 in Illinois to the late Gerald and Edna Will. Her first husband James McKie passed away in 1990. Elaine was a member of Mt. Hope Lutheran Church and served as treasurer for several years. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting,...
Frederick Thomas Shippy
Nov 9, 2016
Frederick Thomas Shippy, 72, of Grayling, passed away on November 9, 2016. He was born on July 17, 1944 in Cadillac, Michigan to the late Lyman and Rosella Shippy. He married Balkis Sabih on September 5, 1970 in Fraser, Michigan. Fred served in the US Army, and fought in the Vietnam war, ultimately achieving the rank of E6. An avid...
David Allen Gilliland
Nov 7, 2016
David Allen Gilliland, 28, of Frederic, passed away on November 7, 2016. He was born in Grayling on January 17, 1988 to Barbara Gilliland. David was a graduate of Grayling High School. He married Samantha Zackery on February 26, 2011. Survived by his wife Samantha and son Jeremaine Gilliland. Gathering of Family and Friends to Remember David will be held...
Jerry Dale Smith
Oct 23, 2016
Jerry Dale Smith, 73, of Roscommon, MI passed away peacefully at his home Sunday morning, October 23, 2016. Jerry was born to Bethal and Denetta Smith on November 26, 1942 in Alpena, MI. Jerry is survived by his wife of 41 years, Shirley Kay (Plesko) Smith; son, Jeffrey Smith; grandchildren, Shea, Ashlynn, Alaric, and Drake; siblings, Kevin (Bev) Smith, Karen...
Rick Forrest
Oct 16, 2016
Obituary being composed by family and service is being planned. Will post when details are complete.
Mary Frances Hamblin
Oct 13, 2016
Mary Frances Hamblin, 87, of Grayling, passed away on October 13, 2016. She was born in Indiana on December 23, 1928 to George and Leona Tindall. She married Duane Hamblin on June 7, 1969. Survived by her husband Duane of 47 years. Sons: Rick Reed and Duane I. Hamblin, both of Grayling. 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Sisters: Ann...
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