Katherine Laura Wilson
Jul 26, 2026
Nov. 4, 1947—July 26, 2026
Katherine (“Kathy”) Laura Wilson passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, following a brief illness and a multi-decade fight against amyloidosis. She was married for 51 years to David “Dave” Wilson, who died exactly three years earlier in 2023.
Kathy was an advocate and student of the arts and humanities. Her concern for the welfare of others...
Virginia Lou Wilson Bennett
Oct 7, 2026
Virginia Lou (Swaney) Wilson Bennett, 99, of Fort Bragg, California, and Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2026 in Traverse City with her loving family at her side.
Virginia was born on March 30, 1927, in Traverse City to the late Elmer Alexander and Lillian Thelma (McGee) Swaney. She graduated from St. Francis High School in 1945 and...
Donna Jean Krogel
Oct 6, 2026
Donna Jean Krogel, 80, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 2, 2026, at Cherry Hill Haven. Donna's complete obituary will appear at a later date.
Eleanor J. Reid
Oct 5, 2026
Eleanor (Ellie) J. Reid, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully in Traverse City on October 5, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on May 15, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, and was daughter of Clara Kidder and stepdaughter of R. B. Jack Kidder.
After graduating from Cass Technical High School in Detroit in 1949, Eleanor began her career...
Jason Douglas Soloman
Oct 3, 2026
Jason Douglas Soloman, 17, of Traverse City passed away as the result of a car accident on October 3, 2026.
Jason was born on April 16, 2009 in Grand Blanc. He was the beloved son of Brian and Jessica (Stephenson) Soloman and brother to Brandon, Morgan, Ethan and Evan.
Jason attended Cherry Knoll where he made many lifelong friends. He then excelled...
Lindsey Kathleen Geiger
Oct 3, 2026
Lindsey K. Geiger, age 76, of Grawn, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 3, 2026. She was born on August 28, 1950, and was the beloved wife of Bob Geiger, with whom she shared 57 years of marriage.
Lindsey lived a life filled with love, family, friendship, and creativity. Her family was her greatest joy and...
George Lester DeSha
Oct 3, 2026
George Lester DeSha, 96, of Traverse City, went home to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with open arms, with his family by his side on Saturday, October 3, 2026.
George was born in Waldo, Florida, to the late Lester George and Cornelia Elizabeth (VanSickle) DeSha. During his childhood, his family moved to Mamaroneck, New York, before returning to Florida,...
Ralph Stallman
Oct 1, 2026
Ralph Stallman, age 82, of Chesterfield, MI passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Ralph was a devout Catholic and a proud US Army Veteran. He loved his family fiercely and was completely devoted to his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Ralph was an avid hunter and fisherman, spending most of his life in the outdoors. He was an active member...
Karen Celeste Ludwig
Oct 1, 2026
Karen Celeste Ludwig, Age 87, of Traverse City, MI passed away peacefully Thursday morning, October 1 at home surrounded by family. She was born August 18,1939 in Luther, Michigan. Karen graduated with a bachelor’s degree in education from Aquinas College in 1961 during which time she met Bill Ludwig. They fell in love and were married October 5,1963 in Luther...
Donald "Don" Arthur Schmuckal
Oct 1, 2026
Donald “Don” Arthur Schmuckal, 75, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at home with his loving family at his side.
Don was born on January 15, 1951, in Traverse City to the late Arthur and Mary (Hoffer) Schmuckal. The second child in his family, Don experienced illness during his early years and developed an especially close...
Dr. James Allen McKimmy
Oct 1, 2026
Dr. James McKimmy
August 3, 1938 - October 1, 2026
Farmer, School Administrator, Advocate for Justice
Dear Dad,
As children, we believed there was nothing you couldn't do. Wishes materialized from your workshop: teeter totters, playsets, sandboxes, cars, go-karts, rocking horses, chairs, cradles, and innumerable toys
As adults, you fixed our stuff, though repair shops often fixed the fixes and had a few choice words...
Patricia "Patti" Gayle Robinson
Sep 30, 2026
Patricia "Patti" Gayle Robinson, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on September 30th, 2026. She was 72 years old.
Patti was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on February 10th, 1954 and lit up every room she entered. She graduated from Battle Creek Central and Kellogg Community College where she met her beloved husband of 51 years, Ron....
Pauline J. Borgan
Sep 30, 2026
Pauline Jeannette Borgan, 79, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Munson Medical Center. She entered into eternal life with her loving family by her side.
Pauline was born July 9, 1947, in Lowell, Massachusetts, to the late Emile and Jeannette Barry (Mercier). The middle of three children, she grew up in Massachusetts. Her family spent...
Phyllis M. Young
Sep 29, 2026
Phyllis M. Young, age 93, of Traverse City, Michigan (formerly of Saginaw, Michigan) passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on August 22, 1933, in River Rouge, Michigan, the only child of Ross and Olive (Mingay) Starkweather.
Phyllis was a 1954 graduate of Albion College, where she met and married Peter Young of Saginaw, Michigan....
James "Jim" Allyn Bemister
Sep 28, 2026
James (Jim) Bemister, age 71, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026.
James was born on February 25, 1955, in Jackson, Michigan, to James and Nancy (nee Darling) Bemister. He was a devoted father, loving partner, and friend to many.
Jim had an appreciation for the good things in life. He enjoyed time spent on the water boating, hitting...
Dawn Ann Gribben
Sep 27, 2026
Dawn Ann Gribben, age 89, formerly of DeWitt, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Suttons Bay, Michigan. She was born October 23, 1936, the only child of Charles and Edith (Brauer) Garguilo, in New York City, New York.
Dawn married Patrick P. Gribben, Jr on October 24, 1959, and they were happily married for 54 years. They enjoyed...
Joeann Bissell
Sep 27, 2026
Joeann Marie Bissell, age 92, of Traverse City, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Joeann was born on October 13, 1933 in Charlevoix, Michigan to Joseph and Anna (McFadden) Bissell. She had several brothers and sisters and she was the beloved mother of Neil Bissell, all preceding her in death.
Joeann was a woman of faith....
Deborah "Debbie" Jean Lautner
Sep 25, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Jean Lautner, age 77, passed away peacefully on September 25th, 2026, surrounded by her family. Debbie was deeply loved and leaves behind a lifetime of stories, extraordinary experiences, and memories that will be treasured by all who knew her.
Debbie was born on October 26, 1948, in Fort Madison, Iowa, to Ronald E. and Violet P. (née Cherry) Clough....
Kenneth "Ken" W. Zacks
Sep 25, 2026
Kenneth Walter Zacks, age 86, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on Friday September 25, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. Ken was born on December 9, 1939, in New Haven, Connecticut to the late Ramon and Mary (Gayeski) Zacks. Ken was the younger of two children and was raised in Hamden, Connecticut. He graduated from Hamden High...
Gerald "Jerry" Olmsted
Sep 24, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Edgar Olmsted, 86, of Suttons Bay, Michigan, passed away on September 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born in Suttons Bay and was a lifelong Leelanau County resident who was proud of his roots, his family, and his community. He was a tool-and-die maker by trade and retired after a long, hardworking career.
He was a...
