Obituaries
Ruth Elizabeth Moilanen
Feb 12, 2013
Ruth Elizabeth Moilanen, 84, passed away February 12, 2013. She is survived by sisters Doris Hayrynen of Christmas, MI, Janet Taylor of Houston, TX, and Sally Arnold of Westminster, MA; and brother Dr. Marvin Makinen of Chicago, IL. She's preceded by husband Arnold Moilanen and son Michael Moilanen. Arrangements entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
William Charles Stenglein
Feb 11, 2013
William C. Stenglein passed away peacefully on December 11, 2013 following a brief battle with cancer. With the guidance and assistance of the compassionate staff of Mercy Hospice of Grayling, MI his family was able to be with him and comfort him in his home during his final days. We know that he's with his parents, brothers and friends and...
Virginia L. Kraus
Feb 9, 2013
Miss Virginia Kraus, 94, passed away peacefully February 9, 2013. Born in Grayling on June 28, 1918, she was one of six children of the late Emil and Leone Kraus and granddaughter of Albert and Fritze Kraus. Preceded in death by her brothers, Emil, William and John Kraus and beloved sister Yvonne Fitzpatrick. She will be forever remembered by her...
George Ronald Roby
Feb 7, 2013
George Ronald Roby, 79, of Grayling, MI passed away Thursday February 7, 2013 at his home. George was born in Toledo, Ohio to the late George Laumel Roby and Dorothy Ida (Dresch) Roby. George served in the Army during the Korean War. He enjoyed going to tractor shows, loved reading books, and riding motorcycles. George is survived by his wife...
Fred Eugene Cassell
Jan 23, 2013
Fred Eugene Cassell, 53, of Grayling Township, MI passed away Wednesday January 23, 2013. Fred was born in Cheboygan, MI on January 6, 1960 to the late James Lowell Cassell and Flora (Rapp) Cassell. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Fred is survived by his wife Sandy (Smolinski) Cassell; Sons James Cassell, Steve Cassell, and Mark Cassell; and Grand Daughter Alexis....
Michael John Kucharek
Jan 11, 2013
Michael John Kucharek, 60, of Grayling passed away on Friday January 11, 2013. Michael was born in Wyandotte, MI on February 21, 1952, a son of the late Madeline Marie (Straehly) and John Edward Kucharek. He married the former Wendy Feldhauser on March 27, 1976. He served in the US Army for 37 years and retired on April 20, 2007....
Shirley Anne Somero (Hall)
Jan 3, 2013
Shirley Anne (Hall) Somero, born July 31, 1929, age 84, passed away quietly today January 3, 2013 at GNC in Grayling, Michigan. She was preceeded in death by her devoted husband Hugo (Whitey) Somero, parents Milford and Esther (Jennings) Hall, Siblings Jack Hall, Tootie Wylie and Bonnie Richter. Her immediate family members are: Only son Alan Somero, Daughters Wanda (Jewell)...
Alma June Hull (Ervin)
Dec 30, 2012
Alma June Hull, 77, of Grayling, MI passed away on Sunday December 30, 2012. Alma was born in Brooklyn, Arkansas on January 17, 1935, to the late Charles and Nora (Walls) Ervin. She married Roy Hull in Angola, Indiana in 1949. Survived by husband Roy of 63 years. Daughters: Kathlene Hull of Texas, Earla Hollon of Texas Son: Richard (Linda)...
Emalyne Beatrice Masella (Craft)
Dec 29, 2012
Emalyne Beatrice Masella, 82, of Grayling, MI passed away on Saturday December 29, 2012. She was born in Grayling, MI on April 24, 1930, a daughter of the late Gladys (Moore) and Emery J. Craft. Survived by Daughters: Elaine (William Jr.) Roberts of Saginaw Julie Denewett, of Grayling; Son: George Denewett of Grayling; Grandchildren: Karen & Matt Taylor, Tina (Brad)...
Lena Anna Shilliday (Lucey)
Dec 29, 2012
Lena Anna Shilliday, 75, of Grayling, MI passed away on Saturday December 29, 2012. Lena was born in Wayne, MI on February 17, 1937, a daughter of the late Anna Mary (Pommier) and Dennis Michael Lucey. She married John Shilliday on December 22, 1978 at Taylor, MI. Lena is survived by her husband John of 34 years. Sons: Timothy Sprau...
Kenneth John Kurzawa
Dec 28, 2012
Kenneth John Kurzawa, 68, of Grayling passed away on Friday December 28, 2012. He was born on May 16, 1944 to John and Mary Kurzawa. He served in the US Air Force for 4 years. He was a member of the Grayling Eagles. He is survived by his sister, Geraldine Tangalan, of Grayling. Arrangements entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
Bessie May Feldhauser
Dec 23, 2012
Bessie passed away December 23, 2012 at Mercy Manor, Mercy Hospital, Grayling, Michigan at the age of 93. She was born to Edward and Delia Feldhauser May 15, 1919, in Maple Forest Township, Frederic, Michigan. Bess spent her life in Crawford County, always in the service to others. She graduated from Frederic High School as Valedictorian in 1935. She worked...
Gloria Norma Kraus (Bluhm)
Dec 23, 2012
Gloria Norma Kraus, of Grayling, passed away on December 23, 2012. She was 86 years old. Gloria will be remembered for her lively and welcoming spirit, her endless love for family, her many warm friendships, and her energetic support of the community. Gloria was the loving wife of William Kraus, who died in 2004, and the devoted mother of three...
Lillie A. Robichaud (Render)
Dec 20, 2012
Lillie Anna Robichaud, 80, of Grayling, MI., passed away on December 20, 2012. Lillie was born in Milford, Michigan on September 14, 1932, daughter of the late Josephine (Huhn) and William Render. She married Lawrence Robichaud on June 8, 1957 at St. John Vianney of Highland Park, MI. He preceded Lillie in death in 2009 after 52 years of marriage....