Ronald G. Jackson
Jul 12, 2025
Ron Jackson was a good man who loved his family, the outdoors, springer spaniels, westerns, country music and his garden. He had beautiful blue eyes, great hair and a wonderful sense of humor. Born in Detroit to Robert and Anna (Kmieciak) Jackson on April 27, 1938, he learned to love fishing and bird hunting with his father and carried that...
Pamela "Pam" Countryman
Jul 11, 2025
Pamela Countryman (Spitza) of Traverse City passed away on July 11, 2025, two days shy of her 67th birthday. Pam was born July 13, 1958 at Meadowbrook Hospital in Bellaire, Michigan, the daughter of James and Joyce (Lanning) Spitza. Pam grew up in Custer Township, outside of Mancelona, where she attended the local public school. Pam was a licensed cosmetologist...
Bob Pentland
Jul 10, 2025
Robert Alan Pentland, age 79, passed away peacefully on his 79th birthday, July 10, 2025. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on July 10, 1946, Bob was the son of LaVerne and Dorothy (Taylor) Pentland. He graduated from Adrian College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and went on to earn an MBA from Wayne State University. On August 23, 1969,...
David Lawrence Granger
Jul 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of David Lawrence Granger, who died peacefully of natural causes at Independence Village in Traverse City on July 8, 2025, at 10:53 p.m. Born July 28, 1942, in Detroit, Michigan, David was the third of four children of Francis Lawrence Granger and Phyllis (Zdan). He grew up alongside siblings, Phyllis...
Edward Jay Hansen
Jul 9, 2025
Edward Jay Hansen, 91, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025. Jay was born on April 5, 1934, in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, to the late Charles and Erna (Schultz) Hansen. On January 5, 1957, he married the love of his life, the late Mary Lou (Ayers). Together, they lovingly raised two wonderful children, Timothy and Deborah....
Gladys L. Watkoske
Jul 8, 2025
Gladys L. Watkoske, aged 97, passed away on July 8, 2025 surrounded by her family and friends at Bay Ridge Assisted Living. She was born in Leelanau County on March 21, 1928. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School and Northwestern Michigan College, after which she enjoyed a career as both a certified Dental Assistant and Medical Assistant Office...
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
