Diana Lee Hickman
Sep 5, 2021
Diana Lee Hickman, 78, of Traverse City passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021. Diana was born on May 14, 1943 in Lakeview, Michigan to the late Elwood Elmus and Inez Louisa (Borden) Norcross. Diana had been employed with Lear Corporation for many years and part-time with Tami's Carlton Cards and Mapleton Grocery before her retirement. She was a lifelong...
Mary Jean Koenig
Sep 4, 2021
Mary "Mickie" Jean Koenig, 92, of Traverse City, passed away September 4, 2021. She was born in Owosso, Sept. 15, 1928 to parents Jacob and Elizabeth (Kerwin) Oswald. Mary lived in Traverse City since 2007 and was a member of St. Francis Catholic Parish in Traverse City. Prior to that she was a dedicated homemaker, and retired as a secretary...
Janet Louise O'Neill
Sep 3, 2021
Janet Louise O'Neill, age 86, formerly of Blissfield, Michigan, died on September 3, 2021. She was born June 21, 1935 in Toledo, Ohio to John and Marjorie (Heaton) Reuscher. She was employed as a secretary by Owens Illinois in Toledo and San Francisco for 13 years. On August 14, 1965 at Blessed Sacrament in Toledo, Ohio she married Kenneth W....
Dr. Megan H. Kuhlman
Sep 3, 2021
Dr. Megan H. Kuhlman February 4, 1938-September, 3 2021 The world's best ever mother, wife, sister, friend, and teacher Dr. Megan Haupt Kuhlman passed away on September 3, in Traverse City, MI. The "angel" many affectionately called Megan in life is now true. Megan's family is proud that she lived her long adventurous life like a beautiful, whimsical piece of...
Raymond J. Musser
Sep 3, 2021
Raymond J. Musser, 83, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away on Friday. September 3, 2021 at his home in his garden, doing what he loved. Ray was born on July 31, 1938 in Mancelona, Michigan to the late Raymond and Vera (Kiel) Musser. He married the love of his life, Priscilla Olds on June 27, 1959. Ray had been employed...
Dr. Charles T. Watling Jr.
Sep 2, 2021
Dr. Charles T. Watling, Jr., 85, passed away on Thursday, September 2, 2021 in Traverse City. Charles was a dentist in Owosso for many years. He also was active in the Kiwanis Club and several churches in Owosso, Flushing and Traverse City. Charles was married to Glenda Watling for 36 years. She preceded him in death in December, 2020. Charles...
Christopher Michael Bell
Aug 31, 2021
Christopher Michael Bell, 25, of Traverse City passed away on August 31, 2021 after sustaining injuries from a motorcycle accident. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Chris was born on December 29, 1995 in Traverse City to Mikel and Michelle Bell, and the baby brother to Kevin and Maria. He was affectionately known as Lil Man,...
Joan Catherine Vazquez
Aug 31, 2021
Joan Catherine Vazquez, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on her 81st birthday, Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at Munson Medical Center. Joan was born on August 31, 1940 in Detroit to the late Charles and Catherine (Szukielowicz) Rogers. Joan had been employed with the Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees Union. She worked as a Kitchen Assistant in the UAW...
Andrew J. Begley
Aug 31, 2021
Andrew "Andy" John Begley, 66, of Traverse City, passed away Aug. 21, 2021. He was born in Holland, MI, Jun. 28, 1955 to parents Phillip and Anne (Gary) Begley. Andy graduated from Traverse City Central High School, class of 1973. Andy was extremely athletic, being a member of TC Central's first wrestling team. He was driven and competitive. He also...
C. William Brandell
Aug 31, 2021
C. William Brandell, age 81, died Tuesday, August 31 in Traverse City, Michigan. Bill was recognized by many for his unfailing dedication to the University of Michigan, where he graduated in 1961, starting a tradition shared by his wife, children, and grandson. "Beebs," as he was known to the many student athletes he coached and taught over the years, was...
Tom Sloan
Aug 28, 2021
Thomas "Tom" Jay Sloan, 72, of Traverse City passed away August 28, 2021. He was born December 11, 1948 in Tawas City, to parents Jim and Beverly Sloan. Tom truly valued his time spent with family and was most proud of his daughter, son and three grandchildren. His son-in-law and daughter-in-law were added blessings to the family. An avid fly...
Philip Alan Newhouse
Aug 27, 2021
Philip Alan Newhouse of Traverse City, Michigan, died on Friday, August 27, 2021. Alan is predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Darlene May Newhouse. He is survived by his children, Mark Alan (Debbie) Newhouse, of Traverse City, Michigan, Matthew Scott (Sandra) Newhouse of Parachute, Colorado, Melanie Dee (Will) Harper of Cypress, Texas, Mary Beth (Todd) Peters of Alexandria, Virginia;...
Andrew "Andy" Hiss
Aug 27, 2021
Andrew ("Andy") Hiss, of Traverse City, Michigan, died in a vehicular accident on August 27, 2021. Originally from Maine, Andy received his M.F.A. in film from the Columbia University School of the Arts, where he met his wife, and received his B.A. in English and art history from Tufts University. A devoted father and husband, Andy was known for his...
Eric Michael Bedrick
Aug 26, 2021
Eric Bedrick passed on August 26th, just two days after turning 31. On his way to work a horrific accident occurred and Eric received his wings. Eric Michael Bedrick was born on August 24, 1990 to parents, Dalynn and Eric, in Traverse City, MI. Eric attended schools in both Michigan and Florida, but received his diploma from Traverse City West...
Joseph S. Baker
Aug 26, 2021
They say only the good die young. Heaven sure needed a man with a humble spirit, integrity, humor and honesty. A fiercely devoted husband, dad, grandpa, uncle and friend, Joseph Samuel Baker passed into eternal life at the home he built with his bride of 41 years on August 26th 2021. Born to William R. and Faith J. (Port) Baker...
Ruth Ellen Houston
Aug 25, 2021
Ruth Ellen Houston, 71, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at her home. Ruth Belknap was born on December 17, 1949 in Kayero, Burundi, Africa to the late George and Peggy (Ford) Belknap. She was married to the love of her life, Gene L. Houston, on May 3, 1969 in Traverse City....
Kim Louise Hagerty
Aug 25, 2021
Kim Louise Hagerty, 64, of Traverse City, died peacefully with her loving family by her side on August 25th, 2021. Kim left a lasting business and community legacy, second only to her legacy of love. Kim was born on December 30th, 1956 in Traverse City to Frank and Louise Hagerty. Kim was a member of the first graduating class of...
Kenneth William O'Neill
Aug 25, 2021
Kenneth William O'Neill, age 94, formerly of Blissfield, Michigan, died on August 25, 2021. He was born November 3, 1926 in Metamora, Ohio to Martin and Edna (Bick) O'Neill. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944 to 1946. On August 14, 1965 at Blessed Sacrament in Toledo, Ohio he married Janet L. Reuscher and she survives. Kenneth was a...
David Joe Hicks
Aug 24, 2021
David Joe Hicks, 82, passed into his next life on Tuesday evening, August 24th, at home and at peace while surrounded and supported with love by his family. They know he is finding woods and trails to explore, lakes and rivers to paddle, snowy slopes, and undoubtedly his own workshop to make improvements along his way. Dave was born on...
Deanna Jean Van Ostran
Aug 24, 2021
Deanna Jean Van Ostran, 83, of Traverse City passed away August 24, 2021 at the French Manor. Deanna was born on August 9, 1938 in Elk Rapids to the late Dwight Vernon and Elda (White) Brown. She was married to Charles Elda Van Ostran after he proposed to her at the Cherry Bowl drive in theater in Traverse City and...
