Jack David Segal
Feb 3, 2026
Jack David Segal passed away February 3, 2026 at the age of 80 after a recent cancer diagnosis. He was husband to Karen Puschel, father to Jehan L Segal (Stone Applegate), brother to Robert Segal (Joan), brother-in-law to Sandy King and Susan Gahagan (Jack), uncle to Laura Stein (Sam Goldfeder) and Leigh McNamara (Joe), Elizabeth Stone (George), David Segal (Shannon...
Richard "Dick" Ayling
Feb 2, 2026
Richard Harvey Ayling, age 90, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of family, sportsmanship, and enduring friendship. For many years, Dick dedicated his life to inspiring students both in and out of the classroom. Teaching was more than a profession to him—it was a calling. After earning his PhD, he devoted his career to education,...
John Raymond O'Polka
Feb 1, 2026
John R. O'Polka, dear dad, gregarious Grampy, caring companion, rascally brother, wily uncle, master millwright, cat rescuer, walleye wrangler, boisterous bowler, golfing great, and fun-loving friend, passed away in Traverse City, Michigan, on February 1, 2026, at the age of 77. John was born July 31, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of the late John L. O'Polka and Beatrice...
Jim Trnka
Feb 1, 2026
James "Jim" William Trnka, 80, passed away at Munson Medical Center on February 1, 2026. Jim was born on June 29, 1945 in Traverse City to the late Joseph and Helen (Dobson) Trnka. After graduating from Traverse City Central High School Jim enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Following his basic training he volunteered to serve his country in Vietnam....
Eileen Marie Martha Dunn
Feb 1, 2026
Eileen Dunn, 76, of Traverse City passed away peacefully at the Munson Hospice House on February 1, 2026. Eileen was born on July 5,1949 in Flint to the late John Odin and Lucy Delia (Montbriand) Jesme. She began her school years in 1954 at St. John Vianney Catholic School in Flint. She attended there until her high school graduation in...
Violet Marie Felker
Jan 31, 2026
Traverse City – Violet Marie Felker, 96, lifelong resident of Traverse City passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026 at Independence Village. Violet was born on September 8, 1929 to the late Steve and Susie (Depky) Panek. On July 16, 1949. she married Merle Felker at Immaculate Conception Church. Violet was a member of St. Francis Catholic Church and Greilikville...
Glenn Robert Heiney
Jan 31, 2026
Glenn Robert Heiney, age 74, peacefully passed away at his home in Maple City, Michigan, on January 31, 2026. Glenn lived a full and meaningful life marked by honorable military service, high-level accomplishments in horsemanship, a successful self-made business, many treasured friendships, and deep family roots. Glenn was born on May 3, 1951, to Evert Glen Heiney and Dorothy Heiney...
Annette Marie Johnston
Jan 30, 2026
Annette Marie Johnston, age 74, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away peacefully in the middle of January 2026. Annette was born on November 15, 1951, in Traverse City. The beloved daughter of Raymond Johnston; sister of Lisa (Howard) Waite, Tamara (Joe) Ganci, Diane (Stuart) Stevenson, Tafney (Kenny) Kastner, Cynthia McDonnell and Marsha Barrett. Annette was best known for her musical,...
Ingeborg Katherine Grost
Jan 29, 2026
With deep love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we share the passing of Ingeborg Katherine (Kuehl) Grost, affectionately known as Inge---a devoted mother, proud grandmother and great-grandmother, faithful friend, and steady source of warmth and encouragement. Inge passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan, at the age of 97. Inge was born November 23,...
Allen Henry Horstman
Jan 28, 2026
Allen Horstman, 82, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on January 28, 2026. Allen was born on August 1, 1943 to Eudora (Allen) Horstman and Albert Horstman in Seymour, Indiana. He grew up in the nearby farming community of Brownstown, where Eudora was a schoolteacher and homemaker and where Albert farmed and was a county clerk. An only child, Allen...
Russell John Berard
Jan 26, 2026
Russell John Berard (September 4, 1940 - January 26, 2026) lived a life that defied simple summary. Born in Des Moines, IA, raised everywhere, and finally at peace in Traverse City, MI, he left behind his birth and blended family that includes two daughters and a son - Jon Willow, Lucky, and Terry; seven grandchildren - Lena, Harrison, Kitty, Jeff,...
Marlene K. Clemenshaw
Jan 25, 2026
Marlene Kay Clemenshaw, age 89, of Elk Rapids, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Marlene was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a skilled and compassionate orthopedic nurse for many years, a job she truly loved. Marlene was a member of Calvary Lutheran Church in Elk Rapids. She cherished her family and was the happiest when...
Shelby Darlene Kuyawa
Jan 25, 2026
Shelby Darlene Kuyawa, 34 Kailua Kona, Hawaii passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Shelby's complete obituary will appear at a later date.
Donald T. Deering
Jan 22, 2026
Donald T. Deering, age 97, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026, at French Manor-Yorkshire Assisted Living Home with his daughter at his bedside. He was born to George and Margaret (McGarry) Deering on February 18,1928 and lived his entire life in Traverse City, Michigan. He attended St. Francis Catholic Schools and joined the US Coast Guard before he turned...
Christine Lynn Flavin
Jan 22, 2026
Christine Lynn Flavin, 75, of Traverse City and formerly of Pinckney, Michigan, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on January 22, 2026, at Munson Medical Center. Christine was born on June 30, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Joseph and Harriet (Adler) Fernandez. She graduated from Thurston High School in 1968 and went on to earn...
Edward J. Rodgers Ii
Jan 21, 2026
Edward James Rodgers II, of Williamsburg, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the age of 73. Ed grew up in Birmingham, attended Brother Rice High School, and Michigan State University. After graduating, he moved to Northern Michigan, where he called home and married the love of his life, Tammi. Ed ("Fast Eddie") was a...
Felix "Sam" Samuel Feldman Jr.
Jan 21, 2026
Felix Samuel "Sam" Feldman Jr., age 72, of Cedar, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Sam was born on March 11, 1953, in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, to Felix S. Feldman and Mary J. Feldman. He grew up with his siblings and maintained close family ties throughout his life. Sam was a...
Eric Laskey
Jan 21, 2026
John "Eric" Laskey, age 58, of Interlochen, Michigan, passed away at his home after a sudden medical event. He was discovered on January 21, 2026. Eric was born on December 26, 1967, in Traverse City, Michigan, to John Joseph Laskey and Delberta Lee Laskey. He grew up in the Traverse City area and graduated from Traverse City High School. Eric...
Elizabeth "Liz" Anderson
Jan 18, 2026
Elizabeth "Skeeter" Anderson of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, at the age of 84. Liz was born in Traverse City, Michigan, on March 8, 1941, to parents Edward Lardie and Irma Bosma. Liz grew up on Old Mission Peninsula, which she loved and often shared stories about—its people and places. After graduating from high school,...
Rev. William "Bill" W. Lipscomb
Jan 18, 2026
Reverend William Lipscomb entered eternal life on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the age of 86. He was born on February 2, 1939, in Terrell, Texas to the late Joel Abner and Francis (Moore) Lipscomb. He graduated from Killeen High School in 1957 and then went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Austin College in Sherman, Texas...
