Obituaries

Jeanne Fisher Prevost

Jeanne Fisher Prevost

Jun 20, 2015

Bethany Jeanne Fisher Prevost Jeanne Fisher Prevost, 69, died on June 20 of a heart attack, being stricken outside her home in Grayling Twp, Michigan. She was born in Dearborn, MI, on June 27, 1945, to Harry C. Fisher and Elizabeth M. Fisher. She is predeceased by her mother and father, and her brother Harry T. Fisher. Surviving relatives are...

Robert J. Ruddy

Robert J. Ruddy

Jun 13, 2015

Robert J. Ruddy, 85, of Grayling, passed away on June 13, 2015. Robert was born in Flint, MI on July 6, 1929, a son of the late Pearl and Earl Ruddy. He married the former Jaclyn Ann Premo on June 27, 1953 in Saginaw. She preceded him in death in 1997, after 44 years of marriage. Robert served in the...

Glenda Faye Allen

Glenda Faye Allen

Jun 13, 2015

Glenda Faye Allen, 65, of Grayling, passed away on June 13, 2015. Glenda was born in Memphis, Tennessee on August 6, 1949, the daughter of the late Helen (Wright) and Ardie Daniels. She married William "Mike" Allen on August 19, 1966 in Memphis, Tennessee. Survived by her husband Mike of 48 years. Daughter: Kimberly (Shane) Allen-Hopper Grandchildren: Joshua Allen, William...

Beverly Jean Burke

Beverly Jean Burke

Jun 9, 2015

Beverly Jean Burke, 66, of Lovells Twp passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2015. Beverly was born in Dearborn Heights, MI on March 21, 1949, a daughter of the late Eva Louise (Bohannon) and Walter Raymond Denison. She enjoyed reading, baking, and being a mother to everyone. Beverly was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandma, sister, and aunt. She is...

Lovell Monnie Nephew

Lovell Monnie Nephew

Jun 6, 2015

Monnie Nephew, 83, of Grayling, MI passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015. His wife and family were by his side when he drifted off to be with the Lord. He was born to Francis and Lorna Nephew in Lovells, Michigan on January 23, 1932. Monnie was a prominent business man in Grayling. As a young man he served in the...

Danielle Marie Stephan

Danielle Marie Stephan

Jun 4, 2015

Danielle Marie Stephan, 30, of Grayling, MI, passed away on June 4, 2015. Danielle was born in Traverse City, MI on July 2, 1984, the daughter of Herbert E. Stephan and the late Susan M. (Hubbell) Stephan. Danielle had a strong "can do" spirit, loved going on outings, being outdoors, watching people, and participating in life. She is survived by...

Marianne Nastale

Marianne Nastale

Jun 1, 2015

Marianne Nastale of Grayling passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2015. Marianne was born to Jerome and Frances Nastale on November 10, 1961 in Wyandotte, MI. She is survived by her mother, Frances Nastale; siblings, Diane (Daniel) Giska and Jerry (Carol) Nastale; niece and nephews, Tony (Veronica), Craig, and Katie. Marianne is preceded in death by her father, Jerome...

William Roger Bush

William Roger Bush

Jun 1, 2015

William Roger Bush, 77, of Grayling, MI, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2015. William was born in Lansing, Michigan on February 8, 1938. He was an active member of the Grayling Kiwanis Club for many years. Bill was preceded in death by his parents Merlin Gregory and Alice Ann (Clark) Bush, and his sister Patricia Wixon. He is survived...

Derek McEvers

Derek McEvers

May 21, 2015

Derek Edward McEvers, 80, of Grayling went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 21, 2015. He died peacefully following a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Derek was born on April 8, 1935 in Grayling, Michigan to Harry and Josie (Worthey) McEvers. He graduated from Grayling High School in 1953, and later earned his Mortuary...

Dylan Wayne Welch

Dylan Wayne Welch

May 19, 2015

Dylan Wayne Welch passed away in the loving arms of his parents Jared & Chesea Welch at Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor on May 19, 2015. Dylan was a fighter until the very end. His parents read stories to him and played music. Dylan is survived by his parents, Jared & Chelsea Welch of East Lansing; grandparents, Pam &...

David Lee Kaercher

David Lee Kaercher

May 11, 2015

David Lee Kaercher, 80, of Roscommon passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 11, 2015. He was born to James and Hazel Kaercher August 9, 1934 in Ann Arbor, MI. David is survived by his beloved wife Helen of 60 years; his children, Cindy (Danny) Adams and Sheri (Michael) Gramer; his grandchildren, Lindsey (Drew) Carmichael, Melissa (Cody) Robinson, and...

Barbara A. Humes

Barbara A. Humes

May 8, 2015

Barbara Humes, 90, of Grayling, MI., passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015. Barbara was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 3, 1924, to the late Clyde and Jane (Edwards) Travis. She married Gale S. Humes in July of 1947. They were married for 47 years before he passed away in 1994. She was the owner of Penrod's Canoe Rental....

Karl Leonard Isenhauer

Karl Leonard Isenhauer

May 6, 2015

Karl Leonard Isenhauer, Jr., 58, of Grayling, MI, passed away on May 6, 2015. Karl was born in Grayling, MI on July 19, 1956, a son of the late Ruth Ellen (Sparks) and Karl Leonard Isenhauer, Sr. Survived by his children: Kristine Higgins, Karl III, and Travis. Five grandchildren. Sisters: Joann, Jeanette, Kathy, and Roxanne A memorial service will be...

Susanna Kay Alimenti

Susanna Kay Alimenti

May 6, 2015

Susanna Kay Alimenti, 57, of Grayling, MI., passed away on May 6, 2015. Susanna was born in Grayling, MI on November 11, 1957, a daughter of Josephine (Dika) and Franz Kersch. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse. She married Steven Alimenti on September 30, 2000 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Roscommon. Susanna enjoyed spending time with her family and...

Rose Elaine Thomas

Rose Elaine Thomas

May 6, 2015

Rose Elaine Thomas, 81, of Grayling, MI., passed away on May 6, 2015. Rose was born in Jackson, MI on March 10, 1934, a daughter of the late Amanda Lucille (Anderson) and Heirum Milton Schoening. Survived by sons Mark and Kirk Thomas and their families. There will be no public services. Condolences may be sent to www.sorensonlockwood.com Arrangements by Sorenson-Lockwood...

Carl "MAC" Kenneth McPherson

Carl "MAC" Kenneth McPherson

Apr 26, 2015

Carl Kenneth (MAC) McPherson, 81, of Grayling died at Mercy Manor in Grayling. Born October 18, 1933 in Troy, Michigan to the late Houston and Docie McPherson. He is survived by his loving wife Elaine McPherson of 26 years of marriage; daughter, Kathy (Dan) Mast of South Carolina; son, Ken (Sharon) McPherson of Texas; brother, George Houston McPherson of Arizona;...

Andrew John Ferrigan

Andrew John Ferrigan

Apr 22, 2015

Andrew John Ferrigan, 65, of Roscommon, MI, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015. Andrew was born in Lansing, Michigan on July 28, 1949, a son of the late Mary Jane (Fox) and Edward Anthony Ferrigan. He served in the U.S. Army and then the Michigan National Guard, where he retired in 1996. He was a member of American Legion...

Miriam Joyce Haskel

Miriam Joyce Haskel

Apr 22, 2015

Miriam Joyce Haskel, 83, of Grayling, died Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at the Northern Pines Assisted Living Facility. Throughout her life she was generally known as Joyce. Joyce was born on August 9, 1931 in Norlina, North Carolina to Howard and Margaret (Tackett) Hayes. She was raised on a rural farm where she developed an appreciation for the growth of...

Clement "CLEM" Sajdak

Clement "CLEM" Sajdak

Apr 20, 2015

Clement "CLEM" Conrad Sajdak, 80, of Frederic, MI., passed away on Monday, April 20, 2015. Clement was born in Detroit, MI on March 23, 1935, a son of the late Mary (Stark) and Bernie Adam Sajdak. Clem married Betty Pratt on September 25, 1954 in Frederic. They were married for 45 years before she preceded him in death in 1999....

Jeanne Antoinette Olszewski

Jeanne Antoinette Olszewski

Apr 18, 2015

Jeanne Antoinette Olszewski, 68, of Grayling (formerly of Detroit), passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015. Jeanne was born to the late Alphonso and Grace (Bloom) Berardini on September 15, 1946 in Detroit. Jeanne is fondly remembered by her family as a soft, loving, independent person that genuinely cared about others. She enjoyed having a good time, dancing, and was...