William Rackow
May 8, 2014
Buckley-William Rackow William Rackow of Buckley passed away May 8, 2014 at the age of 76. Bill graduated from Mesick High School and worked for the Grand Traverse Road Commission from which he retired after 30 years of service. Bill also farmed while he was employed and continued to do so after his retirement, farming was something Bill cherished and...
Terrence Lynn Finney
May 8, 2014
Traverse City- Terrence Lynn Finney Terry passed away May 8, 2014 at the age of 53. He loved to listen to music, spend time with his calico cat, go camping, sit by a fire and help anyone in need at his foster care home. Terry was a member of the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe and was loved by all who met...
John Lanham
May 7, 2014
MAPLE CITY — John Arthur Lanham Jr., 86, lifelong resident of Maple City, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, at Munson Medical Center on May 7, 2014. John was born on Sept. 13, 1927, in Bendon, to the late John and Mary Agnes (Hawk) Lanham, one of eight children. As a young man John served his country...
John B. Beers Sr.
May 6, 2014
After 85 years of a life filled with marvelous memories, experiences, and friendships, John B. Beers Sr. peacefully passed away after a brief illness, surrounded by his wife and children at his Traverse City home. John and Dorothy Beers celebrated their 66th Wedding Anniversary this past November in Traverse City with their seven children and their spouses, in what has...
Janeene Deeley Hagan
May 5, 2014
Janeene Deeley Hagan, 91, passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2014, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on Jan 3, 1923, the daughter of Lester and Etta Deeley of Detroit. Janeene graduated from Principia College in 1944. That same year, she married George A. Hagan, who preceded her in death. She enjoyed many years as a...
Virginia R. Williams
May 5, 2014
Grayling, MI -Virginia R. Williams, 84, of Grayling, Michigan passed away peacefully at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City on May 5, 2014 surrounded by her family. Virginia (Ginny) was born September 21, 1929 in Bay City, Michigan to the late Charles and Emily Bradfield. She graduated from Bay City Central High School in 1948, and worked for a time...
Jim Surma
May 4, 2014
Traverse City - James "Jim" Edward Surma, 65 of Traverse City passed away May 4, 2014 at his home. James was born on April 9, 1949 in Detroit to the late Edward Stanley and Ramona Rita (Augustine) Surma. As a young boy, the son of a career Naval Officer, Jim studied abroad in Paris, France for three years. After returning...
Adam William Boyd
May 3, 2014
Traverse City - Adam William Boyd, 32, of Traverse City passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 03, 2014. Adam was born on Monday, April 19, 1982 to David and Joan (Maxbauer) Boyd in Traverse City, MI. He graduated from Traverse City West Senior High School and attended college at Michigan Technological University as well as Northwestern Michigan College. Adam married...
Marlene Josephine Keilitz
May 3, 2014
Marlene Josephine Keilitz passed away peacefully on May 3, 2014 at Willow Cottage. Marlene was born December 26, 1937 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Josephine Wilhemina (Gloeser) and William August Keihl. Marlene graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1955 and attended The University of Michigan. Marlene took a break from her college studies to marry and start her family...
Eileen M Stereff
May 2, 2014
Traverse City – Our loving mother Eileen M. Stereff, 85, of Traverse City and Lake Leelanau passed away May 2, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Eileen was born on February 4, 1929 in Toledo, OH to the late Stanley F. and Wilma (Spotts) Schmitz. On June 21, 1947 Eileen married the late James A. Stereff in Monroe, MI. All...
Lucille Mary Luhrs
May 2, 2014
Lucille Mary Luhrs, 94 of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 2, 2014 at Traverse Manor. Lucille was born on February 29, 1920 in Hannah, MI to the late Joseph and Clara (Pahl) Miller. She married the late Carl A. Luhrs on June 19, 1940. As a native of the area her entire life she has seen and...
Johnnie Louise Zachman
May 2, 2014
Johnnie Louise Zachman, 99, of Traverse City, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 02, 2014, at Munson Hospice House with her son John and daughter-in-law, Peggy at her side. Johnnie was born on June 13, 1914, in Memphis, TN, to the late John Franklin Oliver and Mindia Esther (Hall) Oliver. She spent her early years with her parents and...
Joyce L. Bowers
May 1, 2014
Joyce Lucretia Bowers Died May 1, 2014 Traverse City - Joyce L. Bowers, 93, of Traverse City went home to be with her Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 1, 2014. Her Faith in Jesus Christ was all important to her. She passed away peacefully at her home. Joyce was born on November 24, 1920 in Waltham, MN...
Jean Lorraine Bensley
Apr 30, 2014
Jean Lorraine Bensley, 90, of Traverse City, passed away on April 30 at the Grand Traverse Pavilions with her children by her side. Jean was the daughter of Harry and Bertha (Stanek) Lautner and was born Sept. 28, 1923, on the family farm on Harry's Road in Leelanau County. Jean graduated from Traverse City High School (Class of '41) and...
Brian Mikovits
Apr 29, 2014
Brian Mikovits, 56, of Traverse City passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at his home. Brian was born on January 4, 1958 in Flint, Michigan to the late Baldwin and Andree (Mas) Mikovits. He graduated with honors from Davison High School in 1976. Brian loved to spend time at the beach and was very caring and giving to others....
Kathleen "Katie" Kieren
Apr 29, 2014
Traverse City - Kathleen "Katie" Kieren, 91, Traverse City, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2014, with her family by her side. Katie was born on July 19, 1922 in Venosta, Quebec to her parents the late Martin and Florence (Mullin) O'Dea. She grew up in Detroit and spent summers in Venosta. She graduated from St. Gregory High...
Kevin T. Kent
Apr 27, 2014
Kevin T. Kent, 72, of Traverse City, left for his heavenly home on Sunday, April 27, 2014 at Green Acres AFC where he resided over 35 years. Kevin was born on April 14, 1942, to the late James and Dorothy (Banks) Kent in Chicago, IL. An Rh factor incompatibility at birth, resulted in several mental and physical impairments; however, he...
Ferdinand C. Fromholz
Apr 26, 2014
Ferdinand C. Fromholz, 97 of Traverse City, passed away at home surrounded by his family on April 26. He was born on the family farm in Garfield Township on November 1, 1916. Ferd, as he was known by all his friends and family, attended Traverse City High School and graduated in 1936. He was an outstanding member of the football...
William "Bill" Marvin Hennrick
Apr 26, 2014
William "Bill" Marvin Hennrick, 63, of Traverse City, passed away on April 26, 2014. Bill was born in Traverse City on July 29, 1950 to the late William and Hildagarde (Ranger) Hennrick. He attended and graduated from Traverse City Central High School in 1969. He married his wife Emily L. (Vert) Hennrick on July 29, 1972 at St. Francis Catholic...
Scott Calvin Manning
Apr 26, 2014
Scott Calvin Manning, 16 of Williamsburg, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Scott was born on October 16, 1997 in Santa Rosa, CA to Michael Calvin Manning and Jan Alexandria (Meacham) Manning, D.D.S. For all who knew Scott his infectious smile and warm nature will be sorely missed. Scott, aka Scotty, was an avid soccer player who loved...
