Lynn Feeter
May 23, 2026
Lynn Feeter, 82, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at Munson Hospice House on May 23, 2026.
Lynn was born on October 10, 1943 in Rochester, New York to the late Harry William and Margaret Lucille (Sandle) Feeter.
Lynn served in the United States Army from 1961 – 1970. She was awarded the Army Commendation Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and the...
Carolyn Hope Belfry
Feb 27, 2026
Carolyn Hope Belfry, 89, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at Cherry Hill Haven in Kalkaska on February 27, 2026. Carolyn was born on August 6, 1936 in Lansing to the late Myrle and Lela (Johnson) Shuck. She married LaVern Joseph Belfry together they shared 65 happy years before his passing in 2016. She spent many happy years working for...
Dianna Lynn Shumsky
Dec 17, 2025
Dianna Lynn Shumsky, 80, of Traverse City, passed away with her family at her side on Wednesday, December 17, 2025.Dianna was born on October 13, 1945, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to the late Evart and Donna (Hall) Cozart. She graduated from high school and attended college for a short time before beginning work at Michigan Bell. It was there that...
Joseph A. Nowak
Jun 10, 2026
Joseph A. Nowak, 60, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. A devoted husband, proud father, cherished brother, and trusted friend, Joe lived a life driven by faith, kindness, and service to others.
Born on June 7, 1966 in Saginaw, MI, Joe dedicated his life to...
Debra Kaye Burley
Jun 10, 2026
Debra Kaye (Weller) Burley, 63, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026 after a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Born on December 4, 1962, in Traverse City, Michigan, Debbie was the daughter of Frank and Joan (Mannor) Weller. As part of a military family, she spent her childhood living in Thailand, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, Hawaii, and Michigan. She learned early...
Marianne Elizabeth Jossens
Mar 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of our mother’s passing, Marianne Elizabeth Jossens. She passed after a courageous and determined battle against blood cancer on March 8th, 2026 in Ann Arbor at the University of Michigan Medical Center. She was surrounded by loving friends and family until the end.
Marianne was born to Frieda and Anthony Jossens...
Lois Florence Wright
Jun 11, 2026
Lois Florence Wright, 98, of Elk Rapids passed away peacefully on June 11th,at her home surrounded by loved ones. Lois was born July 30,1927 in Redford, MI to her late parents August & Florence Beier and was the youngest of two daughters.
Lois graduated from Redford High School in June 1945 & went to work for Michigan Bell Telephone Company. After...
Keith Kramer
Jun 9, 2026
Keith Kramer, age 75, of Traverse City was called home on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
Born on August 9, 1950, in Portland, Oregon, Keith was the second eldest child of Ted and Virginia Kramer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and longtime member of the Traverse City community. A graduate of St. Francis High School, Western Michigan University, and...
Charles "Chick" Marentette III
Jun 7, 2026
Charles "Chick" Edward Marentette III, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 83.
Born on September 17, 1942, in Battle Creek, Michigan, Chick was the son of Charles Edward Marentette II and Madelyn Marentette. He built a life centered on faith, family, friendship, and a deep appreciation for the beauty of the outdoors.
Chick...
Carol Marie Corpe
Jun 6, 2026
Carol Marie Corpe, age 86, of Traverse City, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at her home.
Carol was born on January 27, 1940 in Flushing, MI. Her mother, Marie Valentine, passed away when she was 5, and Marie’s brother, Harold (Betty) Valentine, then adopted Carol, raising her in Acme, MI. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School in...
Ruth Ann Graf
Jun 6, 2026
It is with grateful hearts and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend, Ruth Ann Graf, age 86, of Grawn, Michigan. Ruth peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family, on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Born on...
Dr. Susan Soderberg Baker
Jun 5, 2026
Dr. Susan Soderberg Baker, DVM, age 72, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 5, 2026.
Sue was born on October 5, 1953, in San Diego, California, to Ralph Soderberg and Joan (Bob) Kaselitz. From an early age, she developed a deep love for animals, nature, and the outdoors, passions that would shape both her...
Al Francik
Jun 5, 2026
Lake Ann – Al Francik, 88, of Lake Ann, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026 at Traverse Manor.
Al was born on December 5, 1937 in Breedsville to the late Albert and Helen (Hadd) Francik.
On April 25, 1959 he married the former Sharon Lee Doty in Hastings.
Al earned his Undergraduate Degree from Western Michigan University, and a Masters Degree...
Harold Donn Westman
Jun 4, 2026
H. Donn Westman of Traverse City passed away peacefully on his birthday, June 4, 2026 at the age of 92.
In 1934, Donn was born in Newberry, Michigan, to Harold Adolph and Tynne Maria (Sandelin) Westman. Donn was proud of his Upper Peninsula heritage. He loved spending time at the family cottage on Round Lake where he helped his grandfather establish...
Norman Dow Hoag
Jun 4, 2026
Norman Dow Hoag, of Traverse City and formerly of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, at the age of 94.
Born on August 7, 1931, in Morrice, Michigan, Norm was the son of Walter and Gertrude Hoag. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Yvonne, his brother Donald, and his beloved wife of 52...
Bonnie Joy Clark
Jun 3, 2026
Bonnie Joy Clark, a precious child of God, was born on her due date on June 3, 2026 and was welcomed into the arms of our Heavenly Father.
Although her time on earth was so short, she brought so much joy into this world. She will forever be loved and remembered.
Bonnie is the beloved daughter of Adam Steven and Kelly Sue...
Sara Anne Chadwick Greene
Jun 2, 2026
Sara Anne Chadwick Greene (born John Chadwick Hocking), 79, of Traverse City, MI passed away peacefully at The Grand Traverse Pavilions, surrounded lovingly by family.
Sara’s star burns bright. She will be remembered with the same joy she ignited in others. She lived an adventurous life traveling the world on the seven seas as a marine engineer. Sara graduated from the...
Kenneth J. Gates
Jun 1, 2026
Kenneth James Gates, 46, of Interlochen, passed away on June 1, 2026, at Munson Medical Center, with his loving family by his side.
Ken was born on July 28, 1979, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to Louis James and Celia Jane (Burton) Gates. He was a proud Native American and a member of the Chippewa Tribe, always honoring and embracing his...
Joan Marie Orent
Jun 1, 2026
Suttons Bay – Joan Marie Orent, 83, of Suttons Bay, passed away unexpectedly and peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Joan was born on April 3, 1943 in Grand Rapids to the late Peter Thomas and Lotus (Hall) Thiebout. She graduated from Creston High School in 1961.
On February 1, 1964 she married Robert Walter Orent in Grand Rapids.
She was a member of...
Marilyn Flaska
Jun 1, 2026
"The more the merrier” was one of Marilyn’s favorite sayings, reflecting her deep desire to include everyone. When asked for their favorite stories about Marilyn, her family offered a flood of wonderful memories: racing up the Great Wall of China in her 70s, taking the 90-foot plunge at Typhoon Lagoon at age 73, and embarking on countless adventures—from local basketball...
