Richard "Dick" Emerson
Mar 28, 2026
Richard "Dick" Emerson, 92, a multi-generation native of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026. He was married to his best friend, Arlene Usher, for over 65 years. They lived a quiet life full of service to others and helping anyone in need. Dick helped start the first Grand Traverse County Fire Department and was a volunteer fireman...
Bretton "Brett" Lyman
Mar 28, 2026
Bretton Alan Lyman, age 54, of Traverse City, passed away on March 28, 2026.Brett was truly a kind and charismatic man, and as a friend recently said, "he did not have a mean bone in his body." Brilliant and funny with a quick wit, he was well liked by all who knew him and was known to be a person...
Don Arthur Randall
Mar 27, 2026
Don Arthur Randall, 95, passed away peacefully at his apartment at Boardman Glens on Friday, March 27, with his loving family at his side.
Don was born April 7, 1930, on the family farm near Mesick, Michigan, the fifth of eight children to Leon A. and E. Glee (Weaver) Randall. With his paternal grandmother in the home and maternal grandparents close...
Dennis Lee Manville
Mar 27, 2026
Dennis "Denny" Manville, age 74, of Traverse City, passed away on March 27, 2026.Dennis was born on October 29, 1951, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late Elmer J. Manville Sr. and Beatrice "Bea" A. Manville (née Yagle). He was raised in Traverse City alongside his siblings and remained deeply connected to the Northern Michigan area throughout his life.Denny married...
Judith Ann Kirby
Mar 26, 2026
Judith Ann Kirby, age 87, of Traverse City, MI (currently Fayetteville, TN) passed away peacefully, reunited at last with her lifelong soulmate, Richard "Dick" Lee Kirby. Born in Flint, Michigan, on June 1, 1938, to the late Ernest Dean Rockafellow and Dorothy Ellen (Bryan) Rockafellow, Judy lived a life defined by deep compassion, vibrant style, and an unbreakable devotion to...
Leroy "Lee" Hayes
Mar 26, 2026
LeRoy "Lee" Hayes, 73, passed away peacefully at his home on March 26, 2026. Born on May 14, 1952, Lee lived a life marked by quiet strength, steady devotion, and a surprisingly sharp sense of humor for someone who often preferred the peace of solitude. Lee had a strong passion for his homestead and enjoyed the calm and warmth of...
Jerry Holmes Morris
Mar 25, 2026
Jeremy "Jerry" Holmes Morris, age 72, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Munson Hospital. Jerry was born on April 7, 1953, in York, Pennsylvania, to Elmer and Nancy Morris. He grew up in York, where he attended York Suburban High School, graduating in 1971. He went on to further his education at the Pennsylvania...
Richard "Rick" Dandridge Arnold
Mar 24, 2026
Richard Dandridge "Rick" Arnold, 79, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 6, 1946, Rick lived a life defined by love, generosity, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear. Rick is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Jan; their daughters, Carrie and Meg (George...
Rodney "Roc" William Biller
Mar 23, 2026
Rodney "Roc" William Biller, 59, of Mancelona, passed away March 23, 2026, at Munson Medical Center with his loving family at his side. Roc was born on September 6, 1966, in Big Rapids, Michigan, to Robert and Patricia (London) Biller. As the son of a U.S. Army serviceman, Roc proudly considered himself an "Army brat," moving often throughout his childhood,...
Joseph Andrew Suchoski
Mar 23, 2026
It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Joseph Andrew Suchoski, Joe. Joe passed peacefully in his sleep with family by his side in the early morning hours of March 23, 2026. Joe was born on July 25, 1938 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Joseph and Sophie Suchoski. Joe married his beloved...
Janet L. Dewildt
Mar 22, 2026
Janet L. DeWildt, age 90, passed away very peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026 surrounded by her loving family and close friends. Jan was born on April 25, 1935. She was born and raised in Detroit, the beloved daughter of Arthur and Vendla Peterson, with her older sister and best friend, Marion. Her father worked at GM, and they lived...
Shane Hoffmann
Mar 22, 2026
Shane Wesley Hoffmann, age 36, of Traverse City, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026.Shane left this world far too soon, leaving behind an emptiness that can never truly be filled. He was someone who never spoke unkindly of others. In a world that can feel rushed and unforgiving, Shane moved through it with quiet grace. He chose kindness, patience,...
Sarah Nicole Ebling
Mar 22, 2026
Sarah Ebling, age 39, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. She was born on May 18, 1986 in Findlay, Ohio to Victoria and Douglas Ebling. Sarah was a loving soul that was kind, empathetic, and deeply devoted to those she held close. She had a natural warmth about her that drew people in effortlessly, and she...
James "Jim" Jacob Hahn
Mar 21, 2026
James "Jim" Jacob Hahn, 78, of Traverse City, Michigan, formerly of Mason City, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Munson Medical Center. Jim was born on November 6, 1947 in Mason City, Iowa to the late Archie and Gertrude (Cross) Hahn. He married the love of his life, Merle JoAnn Lee on March 27, 1971 in Britt,...
Charlotte Grace Ballard
Mar 21, 2026
Charlotte Grace Ballard, age 18, passed away, leaving a void in the hearts of those who knew her that is as vast as her talent. Known for her sharp wit, her unwavering independence, and a dark sense of humor that could light up the dimmest room, Charlotte lived life entirely on her own terms. A Life in Motion Charlotte was...
Larry E. Meredith
Mar 21, 2026
Larry E. Meredith died on March 21, 2026 at 5 AM surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born October 4, 1937 in Bad Axe, Michigan to Roland and Barbara Meredith Larry was a retired military man with 22 years of service as well as a retiree from Detroit Edison (DTE.) Larry loved being with his family and was very...
Nancy Ann Perreault
Mar 20, 2026
Nancy Ann Perreault, 84, of Traverse City, passed away on March 20, 2026 at the Terrace at Bay Ridge in Traverse City. She was born in Detroit on November 28, 1941 to the late John and Agnes (Provost) Perreault. She was raised there and graduated from St. Anthony's High School in 1960.
While growing up Nancy preferred playing baseball and basketball...
Elisabeth L. Barraw
Mar 19, 2026
Elisabeth "Granny" L. Barraw, age 87, of Traverse City Michigan, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Granny was born on May 8, 1938 in Mainz, Germany to the late Wilhelm Rotger and Emma Daub. On September 11, 1956, in Russelheim, Germany, she married William D. Barraw. Elisabeth was a...
Doris Loznak
Mar 19, 2026
Doris Avon Loznak, age 90, of Traverse City, Michigan, went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 19, 2026. She was born on May 4, 1935 in Elsie, to Lonel and Neva Bensinger. Doris shared 69 years of marriage with her husband, Edward J. Loznak, until his passing in 2023. Together they built a life centered on family,...
Daniel Ray Brannan
Mar 18, 2026
Daniel Ray Brannan, 74, of Traverse City, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Munson Medical Center with his loving family at his side. Dan was born on October 9, 1951, in Kalkaska, Michigan, to the late Robert and Shirley (Harmon) Brannon. A bright and gifted student, he graduated high school at the age of 16 and went on to...
