Raymond Wilbur Haring
Sep 28, 2024
Raymond Wilbur Haring, 69, of Traverse City, passed away on September 28, 2024. Ray was born on December 23, 1954 in Flint to the late Jerry and Eleanora (Jankowski) Haring. On February 22, 1986, he married Judy Ann Kalar. She preceded him in death in 2017. Ray taught fire fighters for 22 years and was fire chief of Elmwood Township....
Charles "Buzz" Richard Steffes
Sep 28, 2024
Charles "Buzz" Richard Steffes, 80, of Long Lake Township, Traverse City, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, with family by his side. Buzz was born on January 20, 1944, in Detroit to Glenn and Audrey Steffes. From a young age, he had a deep love for nature, a passion for physical activity, and enjoyed long walks. Buzz was known...
Richard A. Hall
Sep 27, 2024
Richard A. Hall,88, of Elk Rapids and Bradenton Florida, passed away Friday September 27, 2024 at Munson Hospice House. Richard was born in Plainwell MI on August 25, 1936. He grew up in the Grand Haven area and graduated from Grand Haven High School in 1954. After graduation he joined the Air Force and served his country, retiring after 23...
Cynthia "Thia" Josephine Boyd
Sep 26, 2024
Cynthia "Thia" Josephine Boyd, was born on August 25, 2024, and passed away peacefully from her parent's arms into the arms of Jesus Thursday, September 26, 2024, under hospice care. Thia entered this world at home to her loving parents Garrett and Julia (Nuss) Boyd, a beautiful baby girl, measuring 21 inches long and weighing 8 pounds 5 ounces. Though...
Edward Michael English
Sep 26, 2024
Edward Michael English, known as Mike to one and all, passed away at the age of 76, on September 26, 2024 at his home with his wife, Jeanie, by his side. Mike was born June 13, 1948 to Earl and Alice (Edwards) English in Portland, Oregon. On December 31, 1975 he married Jeanie Pavlis in Kodiak, Alaska. He served honorably...
Mary Sue Perria
Sep 25, 2024
Mary Sue Perria, age 97, of Traverse City, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Mary Sue was a devout Christian and a long-time member of East Bay Calvary Church. She was a selfless and loving mother, who always put the needs of her children before her own. She gave of herself often, volunteering her...
Joan Clare Ciccone
Sep 24, 2024
Joan Clare Ciccone passed away peacefully early in the morning of September 24th, 2024, after a brief encounter with a very aggressive cancer. She will be terribly missed by her family and friends whose lives she enriched with her enthusiasm, joy and love. Joan was born February 3rd, 1943 in Taylor, Michigan and raised by mother Rose and her husband...
Rev. E. Carlson Becker
Sep 23, 2024
Rev. E. Carlson Becker, 87, of Traverse City, MI, formerly of Huntington, IN, passed away on Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. Carlson was born on Nov. 23, 1936, in Canada to the late Dr. Elmer & Inez (Schad) Becker. Carlson was the youngest of five children. He was a graduate of Huntington High School...
Harry Dean Shinabarger
Sep 23, 2024
Harry Dean Shinabarger, 97, of Beulah passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024 under the loving care of his longtime companion, Sally Berlin. Born on June 8, 1927, in Evart, Michigan, to Carl and Nina (Williamson) Shinabarger, Harry lived a life defined by service, hard work, and a deep connection to his community. After graduating from high school in 1945,...
Wesley William Bara
Sep 23, 2024
Wesley William Bara, 78, of Interlochen passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully on September 23, 2024, at his home and in the company of his beloved boxers Bailey and Boomer. All who knew him will miss his welcoming smile, vivid storytelling, sense of humor, and exuberant optimism. Wes was born on March 23, 1946, in McKeesport, PA to the late Joseph...
John David Vandermeer
Sep 22, 2024
John David VanderMeer, 79, passed away peacefully at his home in Interlochen, MI on September 22, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. He was born September 30, 1944, to Elinore Margeret (Sexton) & Abram William VanderMeer, Sr in Seattle, Washington. John graduated from State College Area High School in 1962 and attended Pennsylvania State University where he graduated in...
Randy Lee Centilli
Sep 22, 2024
Randy Lee Centilli, age 63, of Traverse City passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 22, 1960, in Upton, England to Stanley Joseph Centilli (of Flint, Michigan) and the late Marjorie (Turner) Centilli (of Upton, England). Randy came to the US in early 1963 and resided in Clio,...
Carol Ann Crocker
Sep 21, 2024
CAROL ANN CROCKER, 86, long-time resident of Onsted, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan. She was born on December 3, 1937, in Royal Center, IN, the daughter of Edward G. Schlegelmilch and Crystal May (Nethercutt) Schlegelmilch. Carol graduated from Idaville (IN) High School in 1955. She wed Gordon M. Crocker on June 30, 1957, in Idaville,...
Isaac Thomas Harrigan
Sep 21, 2024
Isaac Thomas Harrigan, 39 of St Ignace, passed away on September 21, 2024, at his parents' residence in Traverse City from an unexpected medical condition. He was born on August 24, 1985, to Thomas and Deborah (Herman) Harrigan in Traverse City, MI. Isaac was one of six children and the oldest son. Isaac spent his childhood helping his dad and...
Richard Romanowski
Sep 21, 2024
Richard Romanowski, 73, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at Munson Hospice House. Richard was born on January 2, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Alfred and Genevieve (Ciesniewski) Romanowski. After graduating from high school, he began a lengthy career in cable maintenance, working for AT&T and Michigan Bell, where his hard work and...
Rev. J Elliot Peirce Morrison
Sep 21, 2024
Rev. J Elliot Peirce Morrison (b. 8.21.28) was, as he used to say, "called up yonder" early Saturday morning, September 21, 2024. His beloved wife of 71 years, Florence Reeder Morrison, was by his side. Elliot was a pastor, companion, friend, mentor, spiritual leader, counselor and beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and uncle. The son of a railroad executive, Elliot...
Karen Anne Guth
Sep 20, 2024
Karen Anne Guth, 80, of Elk Rapids and Traverse City, passed away peacefully from Alzheimer's disease on September 20 with her loving family at her side. Karen was born on January 17, 1944 in Grand Rapids to the late Robert J. and Eleanor (Voss) Skory. She was the eldest of 8 children, seven girls and one boy. Karen learned to...
Richard Francis Wulf
Sep 19, 2024
Richard Francis Wulf, 78, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024. He was born on March 31, 1946, in Detroit, to Clarence and Ellen Wulf. A proud veteran, Richard served in the U.S. Air Force, embodying leadership and earning the admiration and trust of those around him. Richard retired from AT&T after 25 years of service. He...
Leslie E. Couturier
Sep 18, 2024
Leslie E. Couturier, age 66, of Traverse City, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, after a well-fought battle against cancer. Leslie was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. Her family and friends will miss her quick wit and selfless nature; she truly was the life of the party. Leslie was a great athlete. She played many sports in...
Mary Ann Hansen
Sep 18, 2024
Mary Ann (Mast) Hansen, age 78, of Traverse City, Michigan, died on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 with her devoted husband by her side. Mary Ann was born on April 7, 1946 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to the late Carl and Anne Mast. Mary Ann was raised on her parents' dairy farm on Mast Road in Dexter, Michigan, and grew up...
