G. Terry Bard
Nov 27, 2025
At the age of 90, G. Terry Bard concluded this chapter of his story on November 27, 2025, after enduring Alzheimer's and iNPH for the past year. True to his name, Terry lived as a bard—a gifted storyteller whose life was filled with curiosity, service, and enthusiasm. Born an only child on a rural Pennsylvania farm to George and Cora...
Carol Ann Husby
Nov 25, 2025
Carol Ann Husby, 84, of Traverse City, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Munson Medical Center. Carol was born on October 2, 1941, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to the late Derby and Lucille (Miller) Dustin. She attended the University of Michigan, where she earned her bachelor's degree in nursing, a profession she practiced with dedication and compassion throughout...
Lillian Ruth Annis
Nov 23, 2025
Lillian Ruth Annis, age 101 of Traverse City, MI, formerly of Wyoming, MI, passed away on November 23, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Jennie Annis and sister Mildred. Lillian liked spending time with her family and friends, traveling, painting, gardening, photography and doing crossword puzzles. A Committal Service will be held at 1:00 p.m....
Anne Louise Carey
Nov 23, 2025
Anne Louise Carey, 84 of Kewadin and formerly of the Detroit area, entered into eternal life on November 23, 2025. Anne was born on September 11, 1941, along with her twin sister Mary Kathryn to parents Thomas Barney and Veronica Genevieve (Cullinan). They were raised alongside their siblings Thomas Richard and James John in Grosse Pointe Park. Anne was educated...
Owen D. Cook
Nov 21, 2025
Owen Dale Cook, 91, of Cadillac, Michigan formerly of Traverse City, passed away into his saviors' arms, with his family by his side singing hymns and holding his hand. Owen was born on September 3, 1934, in Manton, Michigan to the late Vern and Mildred (Harrington) Cook. Owen proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force for over 20...
Alice Lucille Ashley
Nov 20, 2025
Alice Lucille Ashley, 100, of Traverse City passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025 at Orchard Creek. Alice was born on April 19, 1925 in Traverse City to the late Frank and Josephine Sanders. In 1944 she married Herbert S. Ashley at St. Francis Catholic Church. Alice was a devoted wife, mother and volunteer. She volunteered at Munson for 63...
Harvey Wolven Norris
Nov 20, 2025
Harvey Wolven Norris, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully at home on November 20, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Harvey was born on June 10, 1942, in Frankfort, Michigan, to Marguerite "Peg" (née Round) and Harvey Norris Sr. He grew up with his brother, Richard "Dick" Norris, and later moved with his family to Benton Harbor, where he graduated from...
Marilyn M Burfiend
Nov 20, 2025
Marilyn was born to Everett & Evelyn Dean and grew up on the family farm on Elk Lake where she worked and played alongside her siblings. She married Richard Burfiend in 1956 and after his six years in the Air Force they moved back home and eventually bought and farmed some property on Cook Road in Williamsburg. Though they later...
Randy L. Dobson
Nov 19, 2025
Randy Dobson, 69, passed away on November 19th, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1956, in Traverse City, Randy was the beloved son of Margaret and Ray Dobson. From childhood on, Randy felt most at home in the outdoors. He was an avid sportsman who loved hunting, fishing, two-tracking, snowmobiling, and spending as much time as possible in the...
Ilamae Louise Franklin
Nov 18, 2025
Ilamae Louise Franklin, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend to everyone she met, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 in Traverse City, MI. Ilamae was born on August 14, 1939 in Traverse City, MI to the late Freeland and Glenna Sneden. Ilamae was a dedicated nurse and caregiver throughout her life. Ilamae adored her family and her true joy...
Michael Andrew Bartkowiak
Nov 18, 2025
Michael Andrew Bartkowiak, 69, of Traverse City, Michigan, died unexpectedly on November 18, 2025. Born on March 1, 1956 in Bay City, Michigan, to Chester "Chet" Bartkowiak and Doris (Michalak) Bartkowiak, Mike spent his youth and young adulthood in the area. He graduated from Bay City Central in 1974, and went on to earn his associates degree in business studies...
Charles "Chuck" Whiting Newton
Nov 17, 2025
Charles Whiting Newton III ("Chuck") was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. He passed away while surrounded by his loving family on November 17, 2025, at the age of 84. He was predeceased by his devoted wife of 54 years, Cynthia Hewitt Newton, who passed away in 2021. He is survived by his daughter, Megan Newton Clark...
Betty J. Koons
Nov 16, 2025
BETTY J. KOONS, 96 of Traverse City died November 16, 2025. She was born and spent her childhood in rural Ionia County. She was baptized and joined the First Presbyterian Church in Ionia at age 16. She graduated from Ionia Highschool and Hurley Hospital of Nursing as an R.N.. For nearly 25 years she worked in nursing at various hospitals,...
Sue M. Stuart
Nov 15, 2025
Susan Mae Stuart, affectionately known as Sue, age 71, of Grawn, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025. She was born on August 17, 1954 in Traverse City, Michigan to Kenneth & Betty Hubbell. She grew up in Bates, Michigan and graduated from Traverse City Senior High School in 1972. Sue will be deeply missed by her entire family...
Lawrence Holdridge Boyd Iv
Nov 15, 2025
Lawrence Holdridge Boyd IV Traverse City – Lawrence Holdridge Boyd IV, 32, of Traverse City died a hero on November 15, 2025 in a senseless tragedy. He will be so deeply missed. Larry was born on July 2, 1993 in Port Charlotte, Florida. He graduated Magna cum laude from Traverse City West Senior High School in 2011. He went on...
James "Jim" E. Rumbach
Nov 15, 2025
James "Jim" E. Rumbach, 90, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, with his family by his side. Jim was born in Traverse City on October 31, 1935, he grew up running the streets of T.C. and helping at his family's farm in Leelanau County. Jim went on to serve two years in the Army, drive...
Wanda Hilner
Nov 14, 2025
Wanda K. Hilner, 87, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025, at her home in Boardman Lake Glens. Wanda Frances was born July 19, 1938, in Teaneck, NJ, to John and Doris (Jenss) Koedderich. She graduated from Teaneck Senior High School in 1956 and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Hood College in Frederick,...
Joseph W. Mariage
Nov 13, 2025
Joseph W. Mariage, age 93, of Rapid City, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 with family by his side. Joe was born and raised in Rapid City, Michigan, the oldest son of George and Gretchen Mariage, who owned and operated the GEM grocery. A lifelong learner, he was a proud member of the first graduating class of Northwestern Michigan...
Christian "Chris" Joe Copeland
Nov 13, 2025
Christian "Chris" Joe Copeland, 77, of Elk Rapids, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2025, with his loving family by his side. Chris was born on August 30, 1948, in Traverse City to the late Leo and Alice (Inman) Copeland. He grew up in Elk Rapids, graduating with the class of 1966, and never once considered calling anywhere else home. He...
Hedges Macdonald Jr.
Nov 11, 2025
Hedges Macdonald Jr, 81, passed away November 11, 2025. Hedges was born and raised in Chicago. He graduated from North Park University with a degree in Theater Arts. In 1979, he moved to Traverse City and found his home at the Old Town Playhouse where he was especially known for his character roles. In later years, he was active in...
