Leonard Scott
Dec 23, 2024
Leonard Scott, 91, of Traverse City went peacefully to be with the Lord on December 23, 2024 at Paul Oliver Hospital LTC in Frankfort with his wife by his side. He was born on October 9, 1933 in Grand Haven, MI to the late Ernest K. and Tina (Gankema) Scott. After graduating from the University of Michigan in 1956 with...
Mary M. Rillema
Dec 23, 2024
Mary M. Rillema, age 80, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan. Mary was a beloved wife of Jack Rillema in Buckley, Michigan. She was a loving mother to her three children Angela Strong of Charlotte, NC, James W. Todd Jr of Flint, MI, and Candi Todd, who preceded her in death. She had two beloved...
Kelley Elizabeth Bowman
Dec 22, 2024
Kelley Elizabeth Bowman, 59, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 8, 1965, in Holland, Michigan, Kelley was raised by Carl and Anne Clark, who instilled in her a deep passion for life and a boundless joy for making others happy. Known for her lively personality and unique ability to...
Loretta "Tootie" Ann Carver
Dec 22, 2024
Loretta "Tootie" Ann Carver, 81, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, at Culver Meadows Senior Living, surrounded by her loving family. Tootie was born on March 18, 1943, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to the late Loren and Madeline (Zeiler) Otrambo. In 1958, she moved to California with her parents and two younger brothers. On December 17,...
Robert "Bobby" Milks
Dec 21, 2024
Robert "Bobby" Milks, 52 of Traverse City passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Bobby was born on April 2, 1972, in Traverse City to the late Wesley and Helen Milks. He is survived by his brother, Jerry (Brenda) Milks. A Funeral Service honoring Robert will take place at 3:00 p.m., with visitation starting at 2:00 p.m., on Monday, January...
Richard Alan Hall
Dec 19, 2024
Richard Alan Hall Farm Boy, Heart Healer, Storyteller Extraordinaire Traverse City, Michigan (1947–2024) On February 2, 1947, a Groundhog's Day baby arrived in Traverse City, Michigan, destined to leave an unforgettable mark on the world. Richard Alan Hall, a former farm boy turned cardiovascular nurse specialist, bestselling author, and Hemingway garden wanderer, passed away peacefully on December 19th, surrounded by...
David William Visuri
Dec 17, 2024
David William Visuri, age 67, of Thompsonville, MI, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 after a short battle with cancer. Dave was a loving husband, father, grandpa, uncle, and brother to his large family. He generously hosted family gatherings, finding joy in providing a warm meal and fellowship for all. Dave was known for his ability to masterfully carve...
Alford Joseph Williams
Dec 16, 2024
Alford Joseph Williams, 83, of Williamsburg, Michigan passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024 at Autumn House Assisted Living. Alford was born on July 10, 1941 in Jackson, Michigan to the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Brown) Williams. He married the love of his life, Jeannette Vert on July 28, 1962 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Elk Rapids....
James Joseph Hayes
Dec 12, 2024
James Joseph Hayes, 80, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. Jim was born on September 9, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late John James and Irene Elizabeth (Pappenfus) Hayes. He graduated from Grosse Pointe High School in 1962 and continued his education at Central Michigan University, where he earned...
Kenneth "Ken" Howard Brehmer
Dec 12, 2024
Kenneth "Ken" Howard Brehmer, 75, of Traverse City, passed away on December 12, 2024. Ken was born in Detroit, MI to Thomas and Helen Mary Brehmer, the third of four children. He attended the University of Detroit for high school and college, as well as graduate school where he earned his MBA. After graduating, he worked for Henry Ford hospital...
Robert "Bob" Hagerman
Dec 10, 2024
Robert "Bob" Hagerman, 94, of Glen Arbor, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. Bob attended Hamlin University in Minnesota, where he was a member of the swim team, and earned a Master's Degree from University of Minnesota in Organic Chemistry. He moved to Hemlock, Michigan and began a lifelong career at Dow Chemical until his retirement in 1995....
Linda Diane Fellows
Dec 9, 2024
Linda Fellows of Interlochen, Mi., formerly of Waterford Mi, passed away on December 9th, 2024. She was born to Charles and Betty Dowlan on January 18th, 1952. After high school she became a licensed beautician and was proud of her 20 years at the Interlochen Drug Store as a Pharmacy tech. She was married to Dennis Eugene Fellows Sr. and...
William "Billy" Paul Hogan
Dec 6, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William "Bill" Hogan on December 6, 2024, at the age of 78. Bill was a cherished partner, father, Papa, brother, and friend who brought warmth, wisdom, humor and love to all who knew him. Born on May 6, 1946, Bill grew up in Somerville, MA. After serving in the...
Margaret Llewellyn Hutchison
Dec 6, 2024
Margaret Llewellyn Hutchison of Suttons Bay, Michigan, age 84, died on Friday December 6, 2024, in the presence of her family at Orchard Creek Skilled Nursing Care in Traverse City She was born on August 6, 1940, in Niles, Ohio, the only child of Eddie Lewellyn and Grace (Woodford) Llewellyn. She married James (Jim) Hutchison on June 15, 1963, in...
Virginia "Jini" Mae Gott
Dec 6, 2024
Virginia "Jini" Mae Gott, 87 of Traverse City passed away peacefully with family by her side on December 6, 2024. Jini was born in Towson, Maryland to Virginia and Bill Mackle. Her family moved to Indiana and later moved to Michigan. Jini attended MSU receiving her degree in Elementary Education; she taught grades fourth through sixth in Dearborn, Livonia, and...
Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Hepner
Dec 6, 2024
Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Hepner (Bishop), 97, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away of natural causes on December 6, 2024. Betty was born in 1927 in Richland, Michigan, to her parents, Elmer and Laura Bishop. She grew up in Richland and Portage alongside her brothers, Bill and Dick, forming lifelong memories and friendships. A bright student, Betty graduated as Salutatorian from...
Mary Elizabeth Kausler Ravary
Dec 5, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Kausler Ravary passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan. Born on November 28, 1948, in Monroe, Michigan, Mary lived a life full of purpose, laughter, and boundless compassion. Mary's early years were spent at Trinity Lutheran School in Monroe, where she forged lifelong friendships that endured through every stage of her life. Her childhood...
Carol Winkler
Dec 5, 2024
Carol Winkler was known by those who encountered her as a force of nature. To her five children, she was the glue, bonding everyone together. She passed on her own terms on December 5, 2024, age 75, in the presence of her children and her husband, Paul Winkler, after living with pancreatic cancer for over a year. She was at...
David "Dave" Arthur Dell
Dec 5, 2024
Traverse City -David Arthur Dell, 79, a kind and gentle soul, passed away peacefully at his home on December 5, 2024 with his family at his side after a long battle with cancer. Dave was born May 4th, 1945 in Flint, MI to the late Dareld & Lucille (Niemi) Dell. On Christmas Eve, December 24, 1964, Dave married his best...
Joan A. Skipski
Dec 4, 2024
Joan A. Skipski, 87, of Maple City, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at her home. Joan was born on March 14, 1937 in Williamsburg, Michigan to the late John and Florence (Carr) Baggs. She married the love of her life, Roman Skipski on July 9, 1955. Together they shared 55 wonderful years. He preceded her in death...
