Obituaries

Marie A. Dean (Samardich)

Marie A. Dean (Samardich)

Oct 11, 2010

Marie A. Dean, 85, of Grayling, formerly of Kalkaska's life journey ended October 11, 2010. Her life journey began on January 29, 1925, to the late Marko and Suzanne Samardich in Coello, IL. She was a wife to the late Herbert Dean and a mom to her children Susan (Don) Austin of Bellaire, Linda Worth of Kalkaska and Larry (Debbie)...

Nancy L. Mahaffy (Petri)

Nancy L. Mahaffy (Petri)

Oct 11, 2010

Nancy L. Mahaffy, 52, of Grayling, passed away on Monday October 11, 2010. Nancy was born in Lansing, Michigan on November 23, 1957, the daughter of the late Paul and Catherine (Colyer)Petri. She married of William Mahaffy on September 9, 1989 in Waters, Michigan . Nancy was friendly to all she knew, loved her gardens, birds, and nature. Nancy and...

Doreen I. Piper (McGuire)

Doreen I. Piper (McGuire)

Oct 3, 2010

Doreen I. Piper, 70, of Grayling passed away on Sunday October 3, 2010 Doreen was born in Garden City, MI on September 13, 1940, the daughter of the late Delbert and Barbara (Allan) McGuire. She was retired from Clare and Otsego County. She was a member of Gaylord Eagles and Grayling Chapter of Order of Eastern Stars. Survived by: Daughter:...

Nolyn Patrick Stade

Nolyn Patrick Stade

Oct 2, 2010

Nolyn Patrick Stade, beloved stillborn infant son of Amber Kent and Darryl Stade was delivered at Mercy Hospital of Grayling on Saturday October 2, 2010. Nolyn is survived by his parents Amber and Darryl of Grayling. Sister: Destiny and Brothers Ryan and Camryn. Grandparents: Stacey and Selena Kent of Grayling Diana & Larry Kotrash of Grayling Albert Darryl (Susan) Stade...

David William Persing

David William Persing

Oct 1, 2010

David William Persing, 54, of Grayling, MI. passed away on Friday October 1, 2010. David was born in Jackson, MI on June 25, 1956, the son of the late Richard Lee and Mabel (Zimmerman) Persing. Survived by: Mother: Mabel Persing of Grayling Daughter: Karen (Antonio)Perez of Florida. Son: Jeremy Persing of Florida 4 Grandchildren Brother: Richard Persing of Grayling Steve...

Elwyn Asa Vanderpool

Elwyn Asa Vanderpool

Sep 29, 2010

Elwyn Asa Vanderpool, Sr., 71, passed away at his home on September 29, 2010, surrounded by his children and grandchildren, after a brief battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Harry and Eva Mae (Corwin) Vanderpool. He married Sharon Morris on September 14, 1957. His survived by 4 children: Tyke (Jolene) Vanderpool, Vonda (Jeffrey) Sidlacek, Leonard Vanderpool...

Emogene Ann ""GENE"" VanDeCasteele (Wallace)

Emogene Ann ""GENE"" VanDeCasteele (Wallace)

Sep 28, 2010

Emogene Ann "GENE" VanDeCasteele, 76, of Grayling passed away on Tuesday Sept 28, 2010. Emogene was born in Lansing, MI on December 12, 1933, the daughter of the late Clifford H. and Lillian K. (Pilmore) Wallace. She married Ceriel M. "VAN" VanDeCasteele on Aug. 16, 1952 in Maple Rapids, MI She enjoyed sewing, bowling, playing organ, playing cards and going...

Willard James ""BILL"" Tobin

Willard James ""BILL"" Tobin

Sep 18, 2010

Willard (Bill) Tobin, lifelong Crawford County resident, passed away quietly on Saturday September 18, 2010 in his home with family and friends by his bedside. Born in Johannesburg, Michigan, son of Max & Beatrice Tobin, Bill moved to Frederic as a small child and was raised there. An outstanding basketball player in his day, Bill graduated from Frederic High School...

Garrett Delbert Bailey

Garrett Delbert Bailey

Sep 17, 2010

Garrett Delbert Bailey, Sr., 89, of Grayling passed away on Friday September 17, 2010 Garrett was born in Vanderbilt, MI on August 13, 1921, the son of the late Adelbert and Eva (Leggitt) Bailey. He was proud of the fact that he had served in the US Navy as a Seaman First Class in WW II. Garrett was a Golden...

Dorothy Barbara McClain (Swanson)

Dorothy Barbara McClain (Swanson)

Aug 30, 2010

Dorothy Barbara McClain, 89, of Midland Dorothy was born in Bay City, Michigan on June 19, 1921, the daughter of the late Oscar and Alma (Carlson) Swanson. She was a Grayling High School Graduate She married Jack L McClain in December of 1943 in Texas. They were married for over 50 years before he preceded her in death in 1995....

Donald Charles Matchett

Donald Charles Matchett

Aug 30, 2010

Donald Charles Matchett, 56, of Houghton Lake passed away on Monday August 30, 2010. Donald was born in Dearborn, MI on March 29, 1954, the son of the late Karl Joseph and Helen (Saxby) Matchett. He served in the US Army. Donald is survived by his mother Helen Emerson Sister: Karen Farr of Taylor, MI. Nephew: Rob (Lisa) Farr of...

Janet Renee Fremling (Thompson)

Janet Renee Fremling (Thompson)

Aug 28, 2010

Janet Renee Fremling, 53, of Grayling and formerly of Waterford Janet was born in Pontiac, MI on July 9, 1957, the daughter of the late Wiley and Mary (Fielder) Thompson. She married Paul Fremling on April 6, 1985 in Brighton, Michigan Janet's focus in life was tenderly caring for her family, She worked secretary/clerk at Macomb Oakland Regional Center Survived...

Thurzal Ilene Taylor (Thomas)

Thurzal Ilene Taylor (Thomas)

Aug 27, 2010

Thurzal Ilene Taylor, 83, of Grayling passed away on Friday August 27, 2010. Thurzal was born in Pontiac, MI on November 11, 1926, the daughter of the late William Alvin and Margaret Jane (Wallwork) Thomas The absolute loves of her life were her grandchildren. She was a member of American Legion Post 106 and Grayling Eagles. Survived by: Daughter: Ande...

David Wayne Barnes

David Wayne Barnes

Aug 27, 2010

David Wayne Barnes,58, of Grayling, MI. passed away on Friday August 27, 2010. David was born in Birmingham, Alabama on February 28, 1952 to the late Dewey Cleveland and Jacqueline Frances (Murphree) Barnes. He was a truck driver and mechanic. He married the former Glenda Young on February 28, 1995 in Adrian, Michigan. Survived by his mother Jackie Barnes of...

James Nickolas Dasho

James Nickolas Dasho

Aug 22, 2010

James Nickolas Dasho, 81, of Maple Forest Township passed away on Sunday August 22, 2010. He was born on December 29, 1028 in Wyandotte, Michigan to the late John and Catherine (Truth) Dasho. James married the former Emma Borgeson on June 11, 1949 at Wyandotte Lutheran Church. He was a member of Mt. Hope Lutheran Church in Grayling. James enjoyed...

Anna Bernidene Smith (Christensen)

Anna Bernidene Smith (Christensen)

Aug 8, 2010

Anna B. ( formerly Owens) Smith, 91, of Grayling passed away on Sunday August 8, 2010. Anna was born in Grayling, MI on December 13, 1918, the daughter of the late Hulger and Eriel (LaBrash) Christensen. Anna was a lifelong resident of Grayling. She was married to Stanley Owens for 52 years before he preceded her in death. She then...

Bruce Maurice Davenport

Bruce Maurice Davenport

Aug 8, 2010

Bruce Maurice Davenport, 70, of Grayling, MI passed Sunday August 8, 2010 at Mercy Hospital Bruce was born in Lake City, MI on December 29, 1939, the son of the late Henry Maxwell and Doris (Frye) Davenport. He served in the United States Army in the 82nd Airborne Division He was a member of the American Legion in Lake City...

Chrystal Starr Shurter (Asbury)

Chrystal Starr Shurter (Asbury)

Aug 7, 2010

Chrystal Starr Shurter, 52, of Mio and formerly of Grayling passed away on Saturday August 7, 2010, Chrystal was born in Detroit, MI on September 10, 1957, the daughter of the late Cecil and Helen (Jarett) Asbury. Survived by: Sons: Richard (Brooke Forbes) Shurter Nathaniel Shurter Daughter: Starr Shurter of Bay City Brother: Frank Asbury Sisters: Pat Fuller, Sherry Thacker,...

Gail Lyn Henderson

Gail Lyn Henderson

Aug 6, 2010

Mrs. Gail L Henderson, . reached a peaceful. place when she passed away on Friday, August 6, 2010. She was listening to soft music with her devoted husband and Hospice primary. caregiver Charles. She was born in Detroit, on September 17, 1953, to the late William and Barbara (Arnold) Henderson. She enjoyed a 29 year career with the busy welding...

David Michael Collins

David Michael Collins

Aug 6, 2010

David Michael Collins, of Frederic, MI formerly of Chesaning, MI died on August 6, 2010 at his home in Frederic. David was born in Owosso, Michigan on September 23, 1945, the son of the late Rex A. and Mabel Lynn (Detweiler) Collins. He was employed by General Motors and retired after 30 years of employment in the auto industry. David...