Gerald Bates
Oct 18, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Gerald Godfrey Bates, 99, passed away peacefully Monday, Oct. 18, 2010, at Munson Medical Center with his family by his side. Born March 1, 1911, in Almira Township, he was a son of the late Lloyd and Athalinda (Fewins) Bates and was a lifelong resident of Benzie and Grand Traverse counties. He graduated from Honor High School...
Gregory Gardner
Oct 17, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Gregory A. Gardner, 61, of Traverse City and formerly of Battle Creek, died suddenly Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.Greg was born on Oct. 9, 1949, to the late George and Elizabeth (Doney) Gardner in Battle Creek.Greg lived in Battle Creek prior to moving to the Traverse City area. Greg attended Ferris...
Marie Sharka
Oct 17, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Marie L. Sharka, 91, of Traverse City, passed away Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010, in the presence of her loving family at the Grand Traverse Pavilions.Marie was born to Joseph and Anna Yarosh on Nov. 11, 1918. She married Edward Sharka on Dec. 8, 1942.Marie was a talented musical and visual artist who declined scholarships to art school...
Lillian Loncharte
Oct 14, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Lillian Dagmar Loncharte, 92, of Traverse City, died peacefully Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions.Lillian was born to Matti and Hilda Berry in Virginia, Minn., on Dec. 17, 1917.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Francis H. Loncharte; sister, Ladja Kerr; and brother, William Perry.Lillian is survived by her daughter, Barbara...
Thelma Canfield
Oct 14, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Thelma Jane Canfield, 91, of Traverse City, died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.Thelma was born here Sunday, Sept. 21, 1919, to the late Elmer and Lovina (Sieger) Bagnel, one of the pioneer families of the area. She and her sisters worked hard on the family farm on Hoch Road helping with...
Charles Harty
Oct 14, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Charles Walter Harty, 82, a Traverse City native, died following a long illness on Thursday afternoon, Oct. 14, 2010, at Tendercare-Birchwood, with his loving family by his side.Born Aug. 3, 1928, in Traverse City, he was the son of the late Samuel R. and Ruth (VanWagner) Harty. On Aug. 28, 1954, at St. Francis Catholic Church, he...
Julianne Meyer
Oct 13, 2010
OLD MISSION — Julianne Elizabeth (nee Myer) Meyer died Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2010, at Grand Traverse Pavilions.Julianne was born on July 9, 1927, in New Philadelphia, Ohio, the daughter of Delbert and Anna (Nelson) Myer. She attended Wittenberg University and was a graduate of Muskingum College, New Concord, Ohio, with a B.S. degree.On Dec. 27, 1950, she married Charles R....
Richard "Dick" Asiala
Oct 12, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Richard Emil "Dick" Asiala, 76, beloved husband, brother, father and friend, lost his battle with gastric cancer and passed away Tuesday morning, Oct. 12, 2010, at his home. Born Feb. 3, 1934, in Manistee, he was the son of the late Emil Arvid and Selma (Kangas) Asiala, and grew up in the Finnish community of Kaleva. An...
Chad Pasinski
Oct 11, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Chad Andrew Pasinski, 27, of Traverse City, died unexpectedly at his home Monday, Oct. 11, 2010. Chad was born on April 12, 1983, in Cadillac to Mitchell and Lorraine Pasinski. Chad was a 2002 graduate of Traverse City Central High School. Chad was a hard worker with an amazing sense of humor. He was a beloved son,...
Robert Julien
Oct 9, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Robert Louis Julien, 86, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Robert was born March 16, 1924, in Detroit to the late Louis Felix and Jewel Estelle (Barkume) Julien. He married Madelon Louise Jones on Feb. 15, 1947, also in Detroit. Bob honorably served The United States...
Robert Julien
Oct 9, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Robert Louis Julien, 86, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Robert was born March 16, 1924, in Detroit to the late Louis Felix and Jewel Estelle (Barkume) Julien. He married Madelon Louise Jones on Feb. 15, 1947, also in Detroit. Bob honorably served the United States...
Mary Lievense
Oct 9, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Mary Jane Lievense, 87, passed away peacefully Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010. She had the contentment of enjoying a fulfilled life.Mary was born on April 9, 1923, in Detroit, and grew up in Jackson. On Aug. 14, 1944, she married Stanley Lievense, who survives her after 66 years of marriage.Also surviving Mary are her children, Jeanne (Werner) Zielke,...
Jordan Byron
Oct 8, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Jordan Bruce Byron passed peacefully Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, at the age of 81. His optimism and enthusiasm for life was a gift to all those who knew him. Born in Saginaw to Arminda Rae (Ault) and Clarence Carl Byron, he was one of eight children. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1947 and attended...
John Kraft
Oct 4, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — John Howard Kraft, 69, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, with his loving family by his side. John was born Nov. 22, 1940, to Howard Allen and Lorna B. (Andrews) Kraft in Pontiac. He married Sandy McFatridge on Oct. 23, 1964, in Detroit. John went to school in Redford Township, where he excelled...
William "Bill" Mcgee
Oct 4, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — William Francis "Bill" McGee, 82, was received into the arms of God Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, at home, with his loving wife by his side and surrounded by family members.Bill was born June 6, 1928, in Detroit. He received a nursing degree from Minneapolis General Hospital and became a nurse at Detroit Mt. Carmel. This is where...
William 'Bill' Mcgee
Oct 4, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — William Francis "Bill" McGee, 82, of Traverse City, was received into the arms of God on Monday, Oct. 4, 2010, at home, with his loving wife by his side, and surrounded by his family.Dad touched the lives of many. Please help us celebrate Dad's exemplary life by joining us for an Irish Wake that is being held...
Richard Benedict
Oct 2, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — The Honorable Richard Lee Benedict, of Traverse City, died Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at Munson Medical Center, following a valiant battle with leukemia.A lifelong resident of Traverse City, Richard was born June 27, 1935, in Traverse City. Following his graduation from Traverse City Central High School in 1953, he joined the U.S. Air Force and was stationed...
Dorothy Gauthier
Oct 2, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Dorothy R. Gauthier, 75, of Traverse City died Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, surrounded by her loving family.Dorothy was born Thursday, March 14, 1935, to the late Vincent and Rosabell (Lamie) Witkowski in Isadore and was a lifelong resident of Leelanau County. She was educated and graduated from Holy Rosary Catholic...
Marika Ahlberg
Oct 2, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Marika Wilma Ahlberg, 66, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully Oct. 2, 2010, at Munson Medical Center.Marika was born Feb. 7, 1944, to Geza and Marika Tanos in Budapest, Hungary.Marika enjoyed crafting, hosting parties, and crocheting. Her family loved receiving her handmade cards and beautiful needlepoint creations. She also enjoyed watching movies.Marika is survived by her husband...
Kathleen 'Kitty' Boyle
Sep 30, 2010
TRAVERSE CITY — Kathleen Threse Boyle, 82, of Traverse City, formerly of St. Clair Shores, died Sept. 30, 2010, at Munson Medical Center. She resided at Bay Ridge Assisted Living Center. Kitty was a homemaker and raised six children. She was married for 55 years to John E. Boyle Jr., who preceded her in death in 2006. She earned a...
