Carl F. Scheffler
Feb 8, 2024
Carl F Scheffler 2/17/1934 - 2/8/2024. This is how he lived his DASH* Lovingly known as Carl, Buzz, Lefty, brother, husband, teacher, Mr. Scheffler, coach, dad, grandpa, and friend. His life began in Ypsilanti, Michigan as the only son of Carl J. and Alice Scheffler and the middle child of three (Mary (Norm) Massey, Tucson, AZ and Peggy Ridgway, Oscoda,...
Captain Miguel Justin Nava Usmc
Feb 7, 2024
Capt. Miguel Justin Nava USMC, age 28, of Traverse City, MI tragically passed away on February 7, 2024. Miguel was born on September 30, 1995 to his parents Javier and Lisa (Marks) Nava. He adored his wife, Ryann Isabelle Andres, whom he married on July 29, 2020. Miguel grew up in Comstock Park, MI and graduated from Comstock Park High...
Billy Bouman
Feb 6, 2024
Traverse City- William (Billy) Bouman, 71, of Traverse City, passed away of natural causes Tues., Feb 6th, 2023 at MediLodge of Traverse City. Although Billy was born mentally impaired on June 9th, 1952, in Traverse City, it didn't deter him from making a difference in the many lives that he touched. Because of him, many local children benefited with the...
Byron Pearce
Feb 5, 2024
Traverse City mourns the loss of Byron Fergus Pearce, a cherished member of its community, who peacefully passed away on Monday, February 5, 2024, at the age of 57. Byron graced this world on August 24, 1966, as the beloved son of William and Marie Pearce. From the outset, he radiated warmth and joy, his kind heart and infectious laughter...
Merlin "Merl" Guy Misner
Feb 4, 2024
Merlin Guy Misner, known to his loved ones as Merl, peacefully passed away on February 4, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan at the age of 95. Born on October 26, 1928, in Muskegon, Michigan, Merl led a remarkable life filled with love, kindness, and dedication. Merl was a proud veteran, having served in the U.S. Merchant Marines during WWII. After...
Louise Hagerty
Feb 4, 2024
Sunday, February 4th, 2024, marked the passing of a truly remarkable woman, Louise Hagerty, at the age of 88. A pioneering entrepreneur and a lifelong resident of Northern Michigan, Louise left an indelible mark on the world. In the words of Maya Angelou, Louise was indeed a "Phenomenal Woman" – her strength, grace, and inner beauty shone through in everything...
Jordan Tyler Barnes
Feb 3, 2024
Jordan Tyler Barnes, 22 of Traverse City passed away February 3, 2024. A celebration of Jordan's life will take place on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at East Bay Calvary Church at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Right To Life. If you are unable to attend in person, the service will be streamed at -...
Mary Kathryn Newman
Feb 3, 2024
Mary Kathryn Newman, 86, of Maple City, passed away at home early Saturday morning, February 3, 2024 surrounded by her loving and devoted family. She was softly serenaded on her journey from this earthly realm to her eternal home in heaven by the music of her favorite Irish vocalist Daniel O'Donnell. Mary was born in Traverse City, MI to the...
Devon Earl Neibert Jr.
Feb 2, 2024
Devon Earl Neibert, Jr., 64, of Traverse City, Michigan passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at his home. Devon was born on July 26, 1959 to Devon and Jean (Harding) Neibert on July 26, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He married the love of his life, Rebecca Keech on October 9, 1999. Devon proudly served his country in the U.S....
Sherry Kay Grant (Kevwitch)
Feb 1, 2024
Sherry Kay Grant (Kevwitch) stepped into the arms of our Heavenly father on February 1, 2024. She was born May 22, 1955 to the late Alfred and Doris (Lautner) Kevwitch in Traverse City. She leaves behind her husband David, daughter Wendy, grandchildren Austin, Alyssa and Aiden, siblings Dennis and Linda Kevwitch, Kathy and John Naymick, Garry and Lou Kevwitch, numerous...
Jack L. Calvin
Jan 30, 2024
Jack Calvin, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Jack was born on July 22, 1930 in Cushing, Oklahoma, to Winfred Calvin and Geraldine (Calvin) Jolliff and raised by Stepfather Glenn Jolliff. He was sister to Iris (Calvin) Henwood (deceased) and loving husband to Joan (Darst) Calvin. Jack was devoted to his family and lived a full...
Robert Lynn Martin
Jan 29, 2024
Robert L. Martin of Traverse City passed away on January 29, 2024. Robert was born on February 01, 1945 to Jack Martin and Geraldine (Petroskey) Martin Wealch at Traverse City. Bob was an animal lover and outdoorsman. Over the years he had several horses and dogs and enjoyed the Michigan coast to coast trail ride with many friends. He was...
James Harold Richards
Jan 29, 2024
James Harold Richards, 81 of Harbor Springs, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Munson Medical Center, in Traverse City, MI. He was born on November 25, 1942, in Ironwood, MI to the late William H. and Thelma D. (Follstad) Richards. He married Suzanne Katherine Richards on December 20, 1969, in...
Shirley Margaret Dufort
Jan 28, 2024
Shirley Margaret DuFort, 93, of Traverse City passed away peacefully at the Autumn House in Williamsburg on January 28, 2024. Shirley was born on February 12th, 1930 in Flint, Michigan to the late Albert T. and Esther M. (Zahner) Shuler. On December 1st, 1953, Shirley married Robert E. DuFort. They lived in Farmington, St. Clair, and Plymouth with their four...
Marcia J. Bellinger
Jan 26, 2024
Marcia J. Bellinger, a Northern Michigan native, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan. Marcia was the loving matriarch of her family, a dedicated teacher, the founder of Belstone Gallery, and an active promoter of the arts and culture in the revitalization of downtown Traverse City. Marcia was born on May 21, 1927 in Battle Creek,...
James "Jim" Norman Mattson
Jan 26, 2024
James "Jim" Norman Mattson Jr., 83 of Traverse City entered heaven where he met Jesus face to face on Friday, January 26, 2024. Jim was born on September 20, 1940 in Fargo, North Dakota to the late James and Edna (Christianson) Mattson. One day while driving his hot black mustang while stopped at a red light he caught the eye...
John Bernard Schroeder
Jan 26, 2024
John Bernard Schroeder, age 73, died at home as a result of kidney cancer on January 26, 2024 in Traverse City, MI. John was born in Minneapolis, MN on October 28, 1950 to Margie (Buhl) Schroeder and Carl Michael Schroeder. He is survived by his wife, Valary (Hammond) Schroeder of Traverse City, MI, his children, Pedro Garrett of Ann Arbor,...
Paul Raymond Kuzmik
Jan 24, 2024
Paul Raymond Kuzmik, 87, of Boyne Falls passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024, surrounded by family. Paul was born on January 31, 1936, and grew up in Boyne Falls on the family farm. Paul worked hard as a mason and lumberjack his entire life. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing, was an amazing cook, and loved spending time...
Harolyn Reynolds
Jan 24, 2024
Harolyn Reynolds, 88, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2024 at French Manor Assisted Living in Traverse City, Michigan. Harolyn Brown was born April 10, 1935 to Harold and Wilma Brown of Evansville, Indiana. She graduated from Benjamin Bosse High School in 1953, and attended the University of Evansville. On her birthday, April 10, 1955 she married the late Donald...
Verna Joan (Bogart) Bartnick
Jan 23, 2024
Verna Joan (Bogart) Bartnick, of Traverse City, Michigan, our extraordinary mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, entered into eternal life on January 23, 2024 at the age of 92. Verna was born in Kalamazoo, MI on February 21, 1931, the second child and first daughter of Ida (Stites) and Vern Bogart. In early childhood, Verna learned perseverance early on, as she...
