James Denis Sullivan
Sep 13, 2026
James Denis Sullivan, age 73, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on September 13, 2026, at Munson Medical Center. Throughout his health battles, Jim remained steadfast and never complained, meeting each day with the same sweet, kind, and dependable spirit that defined his life.
Jim was born in Flint, Michigan, on April 16,1953. He became a member of the first graduating...
Sandra Louise Busch
Sep 12, 2026
Sandra Louise Mavis Busch of Traverse City passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026 at the age of 85.
She was born May 16, 1941, in Detroit to Richard and Louise Mavis and grew up in Birmingham, Michigan, attending Birmingham High School. She went on to attend the University of Michigan, earning a BA and MS. She was a member of...
James Junior Marcella
Sep 11, 2026
James Junoir Marcella, 92, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Munson Medical Center. Jim's complete obituary will appear at a later date.
Patricia C. Groleau
Sep 10, 2026
Patricia C. Groleau, known as Pat, age 94, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, in Traverse City.
Pat was born on July 1, 1932, in Traverse City, Michigan, to Willard Herald and Wilhelmina (Courtade) Herald. She grew up in the Traverse City area and went on to build a life centered around her family, her work, and...
Frederick "Fred" Ernest Zander
Sep 8, 2026
Frederick “Fred” Zander, age 86, of Kewadin, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at home with his family. Fred was born on January 14, 1940 in Alpena, Michigan to the late Ernest and Helen (Smigelski) Zander. He was the oldest of five children and was a 1957 graduate of Alpena High School. He joined the Army in...
Barbara Jean Storey
Sep 8, 2026
Barbara Jean Storey, 91, of Charlevoix, passed peacefully in her sleep on September 8, 2026, at Mallard Cove in Petoskey, MI, with family having been at her bedside for five weeks during her final illness. Mom was known for her love of family, her Christian faith, and her sense of humor by all who knew her.
Mom was born on December...
Larry G. Beutler
Sep 8, 2026
Larry G. Beutler, 75, of Traverse City, Michigan, died after a lengthy illness on September 8, 2026. He was born in the Houghton Lake Heights, Michigan on April 23, 1951 to Betty and Ernest Beutler.
After living in Texas for Larry’s first two years, the family moved to Roscommon, Michigan where Larry attended school, graduating from Gerrish Higgins High School (Roscommon)...
Jane Ann Batteiger
Sep 6, 2026
Jane Ann Gute was born March 24, 1945, to Harry & Mary Jane Gute of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She was the eldest of four children: Mary, William and Tina. Jane is survived by her husband of 58 years, Joe, daughter Jenny (Doug) Hewitt, son Andy (Velvet) Batteiger, sister Mary (Dennis) Murphy, sister Tina (Chuck) Schwiesow, sister in-law Kathy Gute, granddaughters Samantha,...
Kent Arthur Walton
Sep 6, 2026
Kent Arthur Walton, age 71, passed away unexpectedly at his home. Born March 30, 1955, to Arthur and Edwardine Walton, Kent lived a life marked by hard work, craftsmanship, adventure, and, above all, a deep devotion to his family and friends.
For 45 years, Kent shared a loving marriage with his wife, Beth Marie (Rasmussen) Walton. Together, they built a life...
Ann Marie Laughery
Sep 6, 2026
Ann Marie Laughery, 73, of Traverse City passed away peacefully on September 6, 2026 at her home after a brief battle with cancer.
Ann was born on July 18, 1953 in Fulton, Il to the late Donald and Nellie (Brice) Bainter.
She graduated from Perry High School in Iowa in 1972. On February 12, 1972, she married Jeff Laughery.
Ann will be remembered...
Howard Kisner Bridges
Sep 5, 2026
In loving memory of Howard Kisner Bridges, who passed away at the age of 83 in Traverse City, MI, on September 5, 2026.
Howard was born and raised in Webster Groves, MO, the son of Howard Kisner Bridges, Sr. and Lucy Franklin Bridges. He attended St. Louis Country Day School and Culver Military Academy in Culver, IN. A highlight of his...
Albrecht "Al" Bickel Cogswell
Sep 5, 2026
Albrecht B. Cogswell
July 31, 1931 – September 5, 2026
Albrecht B. Cogswell, age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday September 5, 2026. Al was born in Stuttgart, Germany on July 31, 1931, to Anton & Adelheid (Braig) Bickel. Al grew up as a child under the Hitler regime, and the story of his life should have been made into a movie....
Nancy Hoblit
Sep 4, 2026
Nancy Hoblit, beloved wife, educator, traveler, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of those who knew her. Born on May 12, 1949, in Madison, Indiana, Nancy grew up in Dayton, Ohio, where she developed a lifelong love of learning, music, and family.
Nancy attended Fairview High School and Colonel White High School in Dayton. During her high school...
Rian Marie Fix
Sep 3, 2026
Rian Marie Fix, 22 years old from Manistique, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, Michigan.
She was born on March 26, 2004, in Belleville, Illinois, and is the daughter of Erich and Margaret Fix. Rian grew up in Troy, Illinois, and went to CA Henning Elementary School with her brother, Alexander Joiner,...
Angeline "Angie" Virginia Jedinak
Sep 3, 2026
Angeline Virginia Jedinak, 86, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at her home. Angie was born on August 16, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Salvatore and Josephine (Quattrocchi) Barbaro.
She was a 1958 graduate of Maria High School. Angie then went on to DePaul University and graduated as a Medical Technologist. She continued her...
Donna Jo Zuiker
Sep 2, 2026
Donna Jo Zuiker (Mikolaiczik), 65, passed away on September 2, 2026, following complications from a routine surgery.
Donna was born on March 16, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Ralph and Maryann Mikolaiczik. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1979, where she dominated on the basketball court. She attended Ferris State University, where she met Christopher Zuiker, her...
Robert "Robb" Dwayne Swanson
Sep 1, 2026
Robert “Robb” Dwayne Swanson, 83, of Traverse City, MI, died on Tuesday, September 1, 2026. He was with his children and in the capable and compassionate care of the Grand Traverse Pavilions.
Robb was born in Chariton, IA on February 21,1943. With a pastor father his family moved during his school years. He credited his mother with easing those transitions by...
Jill Hunter
Sep 1, 2026
Jill Elizabeth Hunter, age 78, of Frankfort, MI, passed away on September 1, 2026.
Jill was a caring mother and loving grandmother. A true free spirit, she thoroughly enjoyed life and was a genuine joy to be around. Her wild, adventurous nature and playful heart brought happiness, laughter, and light to everyone in her presence. Her family and friends will miss...
Barbara Jane Lyon
Sep 1, 2026
Barbara Jane (Barnum) Lyon, 84, passed away peacefully at Autumn House, previously Samaritas Senior Living in Acme, Michigan, surrounded by love.
Born on February 10, 1942, in Union City, Indiana, to the late Ruby Amber (Miller) and Forey Barnum, Barbara grew up spending summers at the family cabin in Lewiston, Michigan, where she developed a lifelong love for the outdoors. She...
Linda Lee Foote
Aug 31, 2026
Linda Lee Foote, of Michigan, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a lifetime of memories shared with those she loved.
Linda was born on March 19, 1950, in Ionia County, Michigan, to Weston and Velma (Sherd) Townsend. She worked for many years at the Frigidaire manufacturing plant, where she built a career through her dedication and hard work.
Linda married the love of...
