Wayne Pihl
Jan 11, 2026
Wayne Andrew Pihl age 87 passed away peacefully in Traverse City, MI on January 11, 2026. Born in Manistee County, MI on November 30, 1938 and raised in Kaleva, MI he was loved by all and will be greatly missed. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years Roseann Pihl and four children Tim, Marty, Joe and Kristen,...
Christine Cecilia Love
Jan 10, 2026
Christine Cecilia Love, 89, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Christine was born on June 1, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Jack and Stella (Bushman) Love. She spent most of her adult life in Macomb County, where she worked at Allied Ventilation for many years, remaining active professionally well into her 80s. Christine...
Maxine Mary King
Jan 9, 2026
Maxine Mary King, age 95, a longtime resident of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 9, 2026. Maxine was born on July 30, 1930, in Arcadia, Michigan, to the late Joseph and Laura (Overhault) Burns. She was born one of 10 children. Maxine married the love of her life, the late Gene L. King, on...
Paul David Hultman
Jan 9, 2026
Paul David Hultman, passed away in a tragic house fire on January 9, 2026. Paul was born in Appleton, WI on November 16, 1968, to parents, David Paul Hultman and Linda (Scharp) Hultman. Paul grew up in Neenah, WI where he attended Tullar Elementary School up until sixth grade when he and his parents and brother, Matt, moved to Munising,...
Carlene May Schroeder
Jan 8, 2026
Carlene Mae Schroeder, 89, died peacefully in her home on Thursday, January 8, 2026. She was born in Detroit Michigan and grew up in Grosse Pointe. Carlene was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Schroeder, father Carl Schroeder, brother, Otis Schroeder (Margi), and sister Elaine Dossin (Richard). She is survived by her children, Scot (Birdie) and Barry (Susan) Schweikart,...
Lucile Marie (Harrand) Leach
Jan 6, 2026
Lucile Marie Leach, 95, of Traverse City passed away peacefully in her sleep at the home of her daughter on 2026 January 6.
Born on 1930 April 20 at her family's farm in Mayfield Township on the road named for her Harrand family. Her parents were Frank J. and Mary J. (Bauer) Harrand. Her siblings were Eleanor, Baby Boy Harrand (died...
Nicholas "Nick" James Reavely
Jan 5, 2026
Nicholas "Nick" James Reavely, 47, of Traverse City Michigan passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 after a long illness. Nick was born in Lansing, Michigan on October 2, 1978 to Bruce and Laurie (Jirikovic) Reavely. When he was four, the family moved to Traverse City, Michigan and that's where Nick called home. He excelled in sports, academics and being...
Jennifer Lynn Thomas
Jan 5, 2026
Jennifer Lynn Thomas, 65, of the Traverse City area, passed away peacefully in her home on January 5, 2026, on the Old State Hospital grounds. Born on December 19, 1960, in the Traverse City area, Jennifer lived her entire life in the community she loved. She graduated from Ferris State University in 1993, earning a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with...
John Geoffrey Davey
2026
John Davey, age 96, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, at home surrounded by family. A man of remarkable energy and a lifelong passion for engines and motors of every kind, John lived a life that spanned continents, careers, and countless acts of kindness to those around him.
Family
John is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Ann (née...
Robert John Zientek
Dec 31, 2025
Robert John Zientek, a lifelong resident of Traverse City was born into eternal life on December 31, 2025 at the age of 64. Bob was born on January 19, 1961 to the late Robert Frank and Carol Ann (Kroupa) Zientek. He graduated from Traverse City Senior High in 1979. While in high school he was a proud member of the...
Robert "Bob" Marsh
Dec 31, 2025
Robert Daniel Marsh, beloved husband and father, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at the age of 67.Bob was born on July 6, 1958 to the late Frederick & Gertrude (Miles) Marsh. He married the love of his life, Susan (Johnson) Marsh and together, they raised two daughters. Bob served as a K-9 Deputy in Washtenaw County for...
John Wesley Garrison
Dec 30, 2025
John Wesley Garrison, 85, of Traverse City, Michigan (formerly of Grand Rapids, Michigan) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Munson Medical Center. He was born on May 31, 1940 in Grand Rapids to the late "Gus" and Margaret (Simms) Garrison. John and his wife, Joanne Bowdish, were married in 1966.John was hired by the Central Michigan Paper...
Robert L. Baynton
Dec 29, 2025
Robert L. Baynton
Traverse City – Robert L. Baynton, 95, of Traverse City passed away on December 29, 2025.
He was born on May 21, 1930 in Traverse City to the late Elmer and Johanna (Berg) Baynton. He is survived by his wife, Loretta (Conflitti) of 61 years; children Lauri (Jim) Gartner, Rick (Sharon) Baynton, Tom (Penny) Baynton, Marcia Sanders; special friend...
Daniel Andrew Allen
Dec 29, 2025
Daniel Andrew Allen, lovingly known as Danny, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025 at his home at the Maples in Frankfort. Danny was born on June 14, 1964 in Traverse City to the late Willis C. and Barbra A (Wresinski) Allen. He was born with down syndrome and thrived throughout his life with wonderful caregivers. He lived his early...
Richard Allen Roeper
Dec 28, 2025
Richard Allen Roeper, 87, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025, at French Manor Terra. Richard was born on July 13, 1938, in Evanston, Illinois, to the late Walter and Marion Roeper. He completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin. After earning a Master's degree at Miami University (Ohio), he returned to...
Mary Watkins Crane
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Watkins Crane, recently of Traverse City, MI died on December 28, 2025. She is remembered by family and friends as imbuing a "wonderful", "bright", and "optimistic" energy. Mary was born on January 6, 1940 in Evanston, IL to Jesse Mather Watkins, Jr. and Evelyn Rose Metcalf Watkins. She grew up in Highland Park, IL and was a graduate of...
Patrick Brent Mccall
Dec 28, 2025
Patrick "Pat" McCall passed away suddenly on December 28, 2025, following a massive stroke. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, generous volunteer, and a friend to many. Pat is survived by his wife, Cynthia McCall; his children, Scott (Erin) McCall, Brent (Cass) McCall, and Erin McCall; and his beloved grandchildren, Bridger and Bryce McCall. He is also...
Ross "Tony" A. Smith
Dec 28, 2025
Ross A. Smith, 57, of Traverse City passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2025 at Munson Medical Center. He was supported through his passing with his son Zach and his very good friend Rose by his side.Known to friends and family as Tony, he was welcomed into this world on September 19, 1968. Born in Christchurch, New Zealand, he was...
Thomas "Tom" Wells Lohmann
Dec 27, 2025
Thomas Wells Lohmann, "Tom" age 92, of Rapid City (Torch River) and West Bloomfield passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at his cottage surrounded by his loving family. Tom and family were long time residents of Dearborn before moving to a condo in West Bloomfield. Tom was born on December 6, 1933, to the late Valentine Rudolph Lohmann,...
Patricia "Patti" Ann Deagostino
Dec 27, 2025
Patricia Ann (Sayklly) DeAgostino passed away at the age of 72 on Saturday, December 27, 2025 following a brief acute illness. Patti suffered for many years from Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, which ultimately led to her being bedbound at home. She was cared for by a stellar cadre of medical professionals, CNAs, and her husband Mike in their Long Lake...
