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Robert "Bob" Weissblatt

Robert "Bob" Weissblatt

Jul 7, 2025

Robert Lewis Weissblatt, age 81, of Empire, MI passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, with family by his side. Bob was a great husband, father, and grandfather. He was a goal-oriented man who always went above and beyond to accomplish the tasks in front of him. He enjoyed his long career in sales, where he honed his negotiating skills....

Joe Rogers

Joe Rogers

Jul 7, 2025

Joe Clarence Rogers, age 78, of Williamsburg, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025 at his home. Per Joe's wishes, cremation will take place and no formal services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Meals on Wheels or Acme Christian Thrift Store. The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home.

Evelyn Joyce Harper

Evelyn Joyce Harper

Jul 7, 2025

Evelyn Joyce (Allen) Harper of Pearl Lake passed away on July 7, 2025 at the age of 93. Evelyn was born on March 24, 1932 in Distant, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Boyd and Annie (Slagle) Allen. She graduated second in her class from New Bethlehem High School in 1950. After graduating with a bachelor's degree from Anderson College (now Anderson...

Gail Martha Smith

Gail Martha Smith

Jul 4, 2025

Gail Martha Smith, 78, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at French Manor Terra on Friday, July 4th, 2025, with her daughter by her side. Gail was born on June 17, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Raymond and Elizabeth "Betty" (Finney) Gustafson. She married the love of her life, the late Jack Stanley Smith, on October 25, 1969,...

Shirley N. Wall

Shirley N. Wall

Jul 4, 2025

Shirley lived her life as a woman ahead of her time. She died on July 4, 2025 at the age of 96. She filled her long life with social leadership, political activism, and an adventurous family life. Born in Hartford CT on November 27, 1928, her family of three moved to Syracuse, NY and later to Pontiac, MI. As a...

Arthur "Art" Gindin M.D.

Arthur "Art" Gindin M.D.

Jul 3, 2025

Arthur (Art) Gindin M.D., of Traverse City, Michigan, passed on July 3, 2025, at age 90. A Board-Certified Neurosurgeon. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Laster, father Robert Gindin and first wife Margaret Forsyth. He is survived by his wife Sara R. Gindin with whom he raised three children Ohlivia, Edward, and Amanda. He had four children...

Loraine Doris Austin

Loraine Doris Austin

Jul 3, 2025

Loraine Doris Austin passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025. She was born in Detroit, Michigan, on May 8, 1929, to Theresa (Rohn) and Paul Barnowski. She attended St. Stephen Lutheran School and graduated from Southwestern High School in Detroit. On June 23, 1950, at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Detroit she married her wonderful and caring mate, Donald Dee...

Jeffery Robert Johnson

Jeffery Robert Johnson

Jul 2, 2025

Jeffery Robert Johnson, 42, passed away unexpectedly on July 2, 2025. He was residing in Petoskey, MI and had just started a new job at Moeller Aerospace. Jeff was born on February 11, 1983 in Howell, MI. He was very charismatic and was well loved by all who knew him. He was a huge UofM fan, GO BLUE!!!, loved playing...

Vivian Elaine Ockert

Vivian Elaine Ockert

Jul 2, 2025

Vivian Elaine (Viv) Ockert, of Traverse City, MI, passed away in her home of over 70 years at the age of 94 on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, after a long, wonderful, and well-lived life. Vivian was born on March 15, 1931, to the late Edward and Alice (Light) Krause. She grew up in Royal Oak, MI, alongside her five siblings,...

Max Roesler

Max Roesler

Jul 1, 2025

Max Dean Roesler, age 69, of Cedar, MI passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at his home, surrounded by family. Max was a devoted husband and loving father and grandfather. He was a handyman who was always willing to help others out. He enjoyed working on cars, boating, and watching wildlife, especially the birds and deer. Max is survived...

Katherine "Katie" Renee Konsella

Katherine "Katie" Renee Konsella

Jul 1, 2025

Katherine "Katie" Renee Konsella, 58, of Traverse City, passed away on July 1, 2025. Katie was born on November 27, 1966, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late Carl and Doris (Keene) Martin. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School in 1984 and went on to attend Michigan State University to further her education. Later, she worked to teach...

Suzette Cooley-Sanborn

Suzette Cooley-Sanborn

Jun 30, 2025

Suzette Cooley-Sanborn, 69, of Traverse City, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 30, 2025, while visiting Bois Blanc Island, her happy place! Suzette was born April 25,1956 in Dearborn, Michigan to the late Jack and Eileen (Korbi) Cooley. Suzette married John V. Sanborn on May 5, 1990 on Bois Blanc Island. They shared many happy memories over the years. They...

James Edward Allen

James Edward Allen

Jun 30, 2025

Jim, aged 88, was welcomed home on June 30, 2025. Welcoming him home is his youngest child, John David Allen of Kerrville, TX (December 10, 1965 to December 17, 2024), his mom, Emma Barbara Eisch, his dad, Clare George Allen, both of Alger, MI and his brother, George Andrew Allen and several other family members. During the last several month...

Emily Walleman

Emily Walleman

Jun 29, 2025

It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Emily Walleman (nee Walker) and her unborn son Matthew. Emily was born on March 27, 1996 and passed on June 29, 2025. Dearest wife of Michael Walleman and special mama to daughter Vienna. Beloved daughter of Barb and Randy Graham and sister to Lizzy Walker. Emily was a dedicated...

Dolores M. Hibbard

Dolores M. Hibbard

Jun 25, 2025

Dolores Margaret (DeLapp) Hibbard, age 85, passed away June 25,2025 after a short illness. Dolores was born on December 30, 1939 in Flint, MI. She was the daughter of Wiliam Harold and Margaret (Takacs) DeLapp. After graduating Flint Central High School in 1957 she attended Flint Junior College (Mott Community College), eventually earning her bachelor's degree in Education from the...

Ken Fosmore

Ken Fosmore

Jun 24, 2025

Ken passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and with a satisfied soul on June 24, 2025. His big smile, positive attitude, and heart filled with gratitude were fully intact until his last breath. There is a saying, "Make sure when you take your last breath in life you have plenty to watch." His life was overflowing with experiences and...

Mary Kathleen Dietrich

Mary Kathleen Dietrich

Jun 24, 2025

Mary Kathleen Dietrich, age 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Michigan, supported by her family and lovingly anointed by her brother, Fr. Bernard Owens. Mary lived a joyful and generous life, rooted in faith, family, and friendship. Born in Flint, Michigan, she was the third of five children, and the only daughter, of John Christopher and...

David Gerald Winans

David Gerald Winans

Jun 23, 2025

David Gerald Winans was born on May 9, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan. A high school swimmer at J.W. Sexton High School, he met his wife, Valerie Kirkconnell, there; they married in 1963 and were together for nearly 62 years. Dave served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1961 to 1965 and worked for the State of Michigan from 1970 until...

Patricia "Sue" Austin

Patricia "Sue" Austin

Jun 23, 2025

Sue Austin passed away peacefully in Traverse City on the morning of June 23, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends. She was 81. Sue was born on August 25, 1943, in Bridgeport, Texas, to Ona Faye and Bennet Benoit Abercrombie. As an only child, she developed a vivid imagination and a flair for creativity that colored everything...

Nancy Lynne Kellum

Nancy Lynne Kellum

Jun 22, 2025

Nancy Lynne Kellum, 86, of Traverse City passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025 with friends at her side. Nancy was born on December 31, 1938 in Flint, Michigan to the late Edwin and Vera (Randolph) Newquist. She graduated from Flint Northern High School and received her Bachelor of Nursing degree from Michigan State University. Throughout her career, Nancy worked as...

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