Edward Alexander Hall
May 18, 2021
With profound sadness the family of Edward Alexander Hall announces his passing during the early morning hours of May 18, 2021. He is greatly missed. Born March 16, 1933 to Harold and Minnie (Mannor) Hall, the second of five children with siblings Evelyn (Robert) Summers; Walter G. Hall; Marion (Michael) Vaughn; and Helen Hall. Ed grew up on the family...
Lucille "Lou" Norma Wright
May 17, 2021
Lucille "Lou" Norma Wright, 91, of Lake Ann, Michigan passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 at Medilodge of Leelanau. Lucille was born on February 27, 1930 in Bay City, Michigan to the late William and Thusnelda (Zink) Schutt. She married the love of her life, Donald Wright on October 23, 1948 in Bay City. He preceded her in death...
Catherine "Cathy" A. Godfrey
May 16, 2021
Catherine A. Godfrey, age 68, recently of Traverse City, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021, at her home. Catherine was born on November 30, 1952, in Highland Park, Michigan, to James and Janet (Regan) Godfrey. Cathy lived in Wixom, Michigan, for 40 years working as an accountant and just recently moved to Traverse City to be near family and enjoy...
Jeffrey Darin Whiting
May 16, 2021
Jeffrey Whiting, 61, died May 16, 2021 from complications of COVID-19. He was born on April 8, 1960 to Richard and Sandie (Champney) Whiting in Traverse City. Jeff was the third of four brothers: Carter, Kevin and Mark. Close in age, they grew up as friends as well as brothers. Jeff graduated from Traverse City Central in 1979. He played...
Sarah L. Olson Rosenbaum
May 15, 2021
TRAVERSE CITY - Sarah L. Olson Rosenbaum, beloved wife of Joel Rosenbaum, went to be with her Lord on May 15, 2021 in Traverse City, Michigan after a battle with ALS. Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and John Olson, and her brother, David Olson. She is survived by her soulmate Joel of 24 years, sister and...
Mason Lee Clark
May 14, 2021
TRAVERSE CITY – Mason Lee Clark, age 82, of Traverse City passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 at Munson Hospice House. Mason was born August 6, 1938 to the late Roy and Louise (Brooks) Clark in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI. Mason was an active member of the Jim Beam Bottle & Specialties Club, the East Detroit Philatelic Club (for stamp...
Martin "Bud" Seaborn Lawrence
May 13, 2021
GRAND RAPIDS – Martin "Bud" Seaborn Lawrence, 88, of Traverse City, MI passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021 at home in Grand Rapids, MI. Bud was born to the late Seaborn and Gladys (Martin) Lawrence on March 4, 1933 in Detroit, MI. He grew up in the Detroit area and attended Mackenzie High School. On August 23, 1952 he married...
Dorine "Dee" Jean Mort
May 13, 2021
Dorine "Dee" Jean Mort (Lindgren), 72, passed away with her family by her side on May 13, 2021. Dorine was born on April 13, 1949, the youngest of 7, to Charles and Miriam Lindgren in Houghton, Michigan. She lived a rich childhood in the UP and actually did have to walk to her grade school uphill both ways on a...
Violet Marie Blough
May 13, 2021
Violet Marie Blough, 80, of Empire passed away May 13, 2021 at the Maple Valley Nursing Home. Violet was born on July 2, 1940 in Marquette to the late Homer Brown Sr. and Neda (Larsen) Brown. Violet was preceded in death by her husband and five brothers. Violet is survived by her sons Kevin (Wendy) and Edwin (Donna); grandchildren Mandy,...
John Leo Gilbert
May 13, 2021
It is with great sadness that the family of John Gilbert announce his sudden passing on Thursday, May 13, 2021, at the age of 71. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked, and deeply saddened. John will be forever remembered by his precious children, grandchildren, extended family and friends. John is predeceased by his father, mother, sister,...
Gerald David Dafoe Jr.
May 11, 2021
Gerald "Jerry" David Dafoe, Jr., 56, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Munson Medical Center. Jerry was born on June 22, 1964 in Traverse City to Gerald and Diana Lee (Norcross) Dafoe, Sr. He married the love of his life Rosemary Jaworski on Feb., 16, 1990 in Traverse City. In his youth, Jerry worked...
Timothy "Tim" Lee Noonan
May 11, 2021
Timothy "Tim" Lee Noonan, 75, of Interlochen passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at home with his loving family at his side. Tim was born on June 15, 1945 in Traverse City, MI to the late Charles Samuel and Alice Margaret (Schmidt) Noonan. Tim married Deanna Lee Craven on January 28, 1989 in Traverse City. Tim spent 34 dedicated years...
Ruth Williamson Johnson
May 11, 2021
TRAVERSE CITY – Ruth W. Johnson, age 83, of Traverse City passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at her home. Ruth was born in Springfield, OH on April 19, 1938 to the late William and Mary (Huber) Williamson. Ruth lived in Springfield, OH, Kent, OH and Midland before moving to Traverse City in 1989. She earned both her BA and...
Ronald Edward Todd
May 10, 2021
Ronald Edward Todd, 87, of Traverse City, passed away at his home on May 10, 2021 surrounded by his family. Ron was born on August 9, 1933 in Belding to the late Clarence and Agnes (Bruske) Todd. On June 15, 1957, Ron married Elizabeth "Betty" Svec in Traverse City and together they raised 4 children. Ron graduated from Central Michigan...
Shirley Kay Debelack
May 10, 2021
Shirley K. Debelack, age 77, passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021. She was a much-loved friend, sister, aunt, and will be missed by so many. She is survived by her brother Charles (Bud) Arnold and wife Lou Ann, her niece Julie Arnold Miller and husband Mark, and her special friends Bonnie Priess and Tim Roache. Shirley was born in...
Virgilio Arellano Mendez
May 10, 2021
On October 16, 1959 the most wonderful man was born in Michoacan Mexico. Virgilio Mendez came into the world. This young boy learned to love his family, friends, and support them at a very young age. Virgilio worked hard his whole life from Texas, Florida, Virginia, Georgia and Michigan. Every restaurant he worked in he made it better, as well...
Robert "Bob" Charles Ferman
May 9, 2021
Robert "Bob" Charles Ferman, 67, of Interlochen, Michigan passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021 at his home. Bob was born on May 15, 1953 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Lester and Betty (Andrews) Ferman. He proudly served his country, in the U.S. Navy with the "Sea Bees" and later, as a mechanic in the U.S. Army. Bob had...
Brian Ervin Strong
May 8, 2021
Brian Ervin Strong , 66, of Traverse City passed away Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Munson Medical Center. Brian was born March 9, 1955 in Traverse City to Carter Bruce and Margaret Maud (Collins) Strong. He graduated from Traverse City High School in the class of 1976. He worked as the mail distributor at Burwood's, at Captains Quarters, and spent...
Mary Kay Dohm
May 8, 2021
Mary Kay Dohm, age 60, passed away May 8, 2021 at her home in Traverse City, Michigan. She was born July 30, 1960 in Shelbyville, Indiana to Donald and Dorothy Pence—the fifth of seven children. She attended Southwestern High School, received her B.S. in Business Management from Ball State University, and her dental degree from IUPUI. She married Steve Dohm...
Gordon Lew Uecker
May 8, 2021
Gordon Lew Uecker, 82, of Traverse City (Formerly Mt. Clemens), died May 8, 2021. He will be laid to rest in Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens. His tribute page may be viewed at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
