Betty Ann Hartman
Nov 1, 2023
Betty Ann Hartman, 77, of Traverse City passed away peacefully at the Villa on November 1, 2023. Betty was born on February 3, 1946 in Big Rapids to the late Arthur Joseph and Leona (Heckathorn) Cousineau. On June 16, 1974, Betty married her best friend, Thurl E. Hartman. This summer they celebrated 49 years of marriage She was a devoted...
Thomas Charles Nicolini
Nov 1, 2023
Thomas Charles (Nic) Nicolini, age 81, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the Munson Hospice House in Traverse City, MI. Tom was born on July 13, 1942, in Mishawaka, Indiana, to the late Marion and Irma (Lapeer) Nicolini. He honorably served two terms in the United States Army, stationed in Germany. Tom used the opportunity to spend...
Dr. Donald Lee Fraser
Oct 31, 2023
Donald Lee Fraser, D.O. passed away peacefully with family at his side, October 31, 2023 in Traverse City. He was 86 years old. He is survived by his wife Nancy, three sons Jeffrey (Betsy), Tobin (Gretchen) and Randy (Jody), as well as four grandchildren: Sophie, Sierra, Wiley, and Payson. Also surviving are four of five siblings (Bette Roselle, Roger Fraser,...
Joan Marie Leech
Oct 31, 2023
Joan Marie Leech, age 91, of Eastport, Michigan (formerly of Troy, Michigan) passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. Joan was born on December 10, 1931 in Detroit, Michigan. Joan was predeceased by her beloved husband Ransom in 2010, and is survived by her children Bruce (Joan) Leech, Martha (Steve) Sutterer, Diane (Jim) Campbell, eight...
William "Bill" Miles
Oct 31, 2023
TRAVERSE CITY - William (Bill) Miles, 81, best known for his sardonic outlook on life, wry sense of humor, and the fact that at one time, he was the only male in a house with his wife and nine teenage daughters, died (October 31) at Munson Hospice House. The son of William Livingston and Kathleen (Jamison) Miles, Bill was born...
Donald Keith Schmidt
Oct 31, 2023
Donald K. Schmidt, 83, of Honor passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on October 31, 2023. Don was born on November 15, 1939 in Frankfort to the late Lyle Franklin and Sarah Madeline (VanSlambrouck) Schmidt. Don served our country honorably as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1958 - 1962. On October 2,...
Neil Allen Guernsey
Oct 30, 2023
Neil A. Guernsey, 66 passed away peacefully Monday, October 30, 2023 at his home in Traverse City. Neil was born on December 4,1956 to Milton and Shirley Guernsey. Neil retired from Sara Lee after 43 years of employment. In retirement he enjoyed traveling with his wife Kathy. The two of them enjoyed spending their winters in Orange Beach, Alabama. Golfing...
Thomas Edward Grapes
Oct 30, 2023
Tom Grapes, 76, of Traverse City passed away Monday, October 30, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. Tom was born on March 4, 1947, in Traverse City to the late Gordon and JoAnn (Gilbert) Grapes. He married Georgine Donroe in 1978 at All Faiths Chapel in Traverse City. Tom was a proud University of Michigan graduate with an...
David M. Kalish
Oct 29, 2023
Mancelona – David M. Kalish, 71, a former resident of Lake Orion, passed away on October 29, 2023, with his daughter by his side. Born on August 15, 1952, in Lake Orion, David was raised by his parents, Adam Martin and Betty Joanne (Joachim) Kalish, alongside his sister Suzanne. From a young age, David displayed an insatiable curiosity, exploring, dismantling,...
James Gary Becker
Oct 29, 2023
James Gary Becker, 75, of Glen Arbor passed away on October 29, 2023 at Culver Meadows Senior Living in Traverse City. Jim was born on September 11th, 1947 in Detroit Michigan to Grace (Brown) and William Becker. Jim married Lynn Turner on April 16th, 1971 and they had one daughter, Colleen Elizabeth in December of 1974. He met Lynn while...
Kirtland Jon Wenzel
Oct 27, 2023
Kirtland J. Wenzel of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away at home on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born the youngest of three children to Frank and Constance (Erickson) Wenzel on February 1, 1940. Kirt was a lifelong resident of Traverse City. He graduated from Central High School in 1958 and earned an Associates of...
Michael Owen Murtagh
Oct 27, 2023
MURTAGH, Michael Owen, CAPT, USCG (ret), age 83, of Traverse City, MI departed on October 27th, 2023. Survivors include sons, Sean and Mark, daughter, Karen, their families along with many nephews and nieces and a brother-in-law, Ralph Raymond. He was preceded in death by his dear sister, Judith Raymond of Trenton, MI. Originally from Gibraltar, MI, Mike attended the U.S....
Peter Mimnaugh
Oct 27, 2023
Peter Mimnaugh, 65, of Traverse City, passed away unexpectedly after a car accident on October 27, 2023. Peter was born in Livonia, Michigan, to the late James and Margaret (Doherty) Mimnaugh. He married Sandra Jean Decker on November 24, 1978, at St. Paul's Monastery in Detroit, Michigan. Together, they lovingly raised 4 wonderful children. Pete was the proud Irish son...
Mary Jane Persik
Oct 26, 2023
Mary Jane Persik took her last breath, Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Munson Hospice House. Prior to, her final days were spent in her home on Old Mission where she found peace with her battle with cancer. Her desire was to be in her own home and not be alone. She was alongside her daughter Angela and her grand puppies,...
Marianne Zucco
Oct 26, 2023
Marianne Zucco, 88, of Traverse City, MI, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 18, 1935, in New Kensington, PA, the only child of Della and Sam Evankovich. Marianne was a devoted wife, exceptional mother, and cherished friend. Marianne's early years were marked by her intelligence and compassion. She attended...
Micky Dean Pfeiffer
Oct 26, 2023
Micky Dean Pfeiffer, 62, of Traverse City passed away suddenly on Thursday October 26, 2023 with wife and daughters nearby. Mick was born September 21, 1961 to Joanne and Garnet Pfeiffer in Flint, Michigan. In his lifetime he was a dedicated friend, husband, father, grandfather, coach, teacher, musician, master electrician, hunter, and fisherman. He loved spending time on the Gulf...
Deborah "Debbie" Ann Ritchie
Oct 24, 2023
Deborah Ann Ritchie, born on December 1, 1970, beloved wife and mother, died on October 24, 2023 surrounded by her family. Debbie is survived by her husband of 26 years, Eric Ritchie, her children Finnegan Ritchie, Molly Ritchie and Paige Ritchie. She is also survived by her mother Mary Ellen Sparks; uncle Dennis Harden; Aunt Mary Ann Sparks and Julia...
Kristen Bina Girard
Oct 23, 2023
Kristen B. Girard, 44, of Traverse City, Michigan (formerly of Grand Rapids, Minnesota) passed away on October 23, 2023, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. Kristen was born on August 16, 1979, in Bombay, India and was adopted at age two by Andrew and Marilyn (Radermacher) Girard. Kristen is survived by her daughter, Emilee Girard, of Traverse City, MI;...
John Warren Cunningham
Oct 23, 2023
In loving memory of John Warren Cunningham, who passed away on October 23, 2023, at the age of 61, at Munson Medical Center. John was born on May 19, 1962, in Nantucket Island, Massachusetts. He was a proud graduate of Traverse City Central High School, class of 1981, where he earned an outstanding industrial art student award, a testament to...
Paul M. Deering
Oct 22, 2023
Paul M. Deering, 97, of Traverse City passed away at home on Sunday, October 22, 2023. Paul was born on November 10, 1925, to Thomas and Agnes (Mahoney) Deering in Empire, Michigan, the youngest of five children. His mother's desire for her children to receive a Catholic education and for more opportunities for the family and the prospect for growing...
