Obituaries

Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home Obituaries

Local obituaries for Rose City, St. Helen, and West Branch, MI Areas

Connie Sue Oliver

Connie Sue Oliver

March 2, 2024

Connie Sue Oliver, born on May 18, 1955, to the loving Leroy and Olabelle Penoyer, of Lapeer Michigan has been called home by our Heavenly Father on March 2, 2024, in the peaceful town of West Branch, Michigan. She completed her earthly journey with grace and dignity, surrounded by the love of her family, as she entered into eternal rest...

Michael  Lee Jameson

Michael Lee Jameson

March 1, 2024

Michael Lee Jameson, age 36, of West Branch, MI, died tragically in an automobile accident on Friday, March 1, 2024, in West Branch. He was born September 29, 1987, to Dennis and Nancy (Ranger) Jameson at Tolfree Memorial Hospital in West Branch.

He grew up in West Branch where he was an active child, playing Little League, Ogemaw Browns Football, Ogemaw...

Mandy Lynn Olse (Jonas)

Mandy Lynn Olse (Jonas)

March 1, 2024

Mandy Lynn Jonas, age 42, passed away tragically in an automobile accident on Friday, March 1. 2024, in West Branch, MI. She was born on August 15, 1981, to David “Mike” and Linda (Flory) Jonas in LaPorte, IN. Mandy lived in West Branch since 2011, formerly of LaPorte, IN.

Mandy, known for her love of tacos, cherished spending time with her...

Joseph Warren Roush

Joseph Warren Roush

February 29, 2024

Joseph Warren Roush, age 93, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at the Gladwin Pines Nursing Home in Gladwin, Michigan. He was born on October 9, 1930, in Harve, Montana, to Joseph and Clara (Spaberg) Roush, Sr. He spent the first few years of his childhood in Montana, then moved to Indiana and then to St. Helen, Michigan.

Joseph proudly...

Sylvia  Ann Brewer

Sylvia Ann Brewer

February 29, 2024

Sylvia Ann "Sue" Brewer, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 29, 2024, in West Branch, MI, at the age of 84. Born on June 7, 1939, in Roscommon, MI, Sue was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her. Her kind, thoughtful, and generous spirit will be deeply missed by her...

Timothy Bruce Simmons

Timothy Bruce Simmons

February 29, 2024

Timothy Bruce Simmons, age 73, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at The Brook in West Branch, MI. He was born on September 19, 1950, in Detroit, MI, to James Henry and Isabel (McKee) Simmons Sr. He lived in Gladwin, MI for the past 18 years, formerly of Trenton, MI.

Tim served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam...

Angela Ann Burrill

Angela Ann Burrill

February 29, 2024

Angela Ann Burrill, age 61, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024, at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw, MI. She was born on February 25, 1963, in West Branch, MI, to Bobby and Lynette (Smith) Mulkey. Angela lived in St. Helen, MI since 2007 formerly of West Branch.

On November 23, 2007, she married Donald Burrill.

Angela was known for her...

John Wesley Castle Jr.

John Wesley Castle Jr.

February 27, 2024

John Wesley Castle Jr., age 66, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw, MI. He was born on February 11, 1958, in Flint, MI to John and Katherine (Taister) Castle Sr.

His family and friends called him Jack. He owned and operated Castle Memorial Excavating with his wife of 38 years, Leann (Fisher).

Jack retired to...

Patricia Alice Moyer

Patricia Alice Moyer

February 26, 2024

Patricia Alice Moyer, age 88, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024, at her home in West Branch, MI. She was born on February 13, 1936, in Dearborn, MI, to Anthony and Helen (Sarna) Bogusz.

Patricia enjoyed trips to visit her parents in West Branch and would use Facebook to check on her loved ones. She was a member of a...

Kathy Ann Clark

Kathy Ann Clark

February 22, 2024

Kathy Ann (Mier) Clark, 69, of West Branch, Michigan passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center surrounded by family and loved ones after a courageous battle with chronic pulmonary fibrosis.

She was born on July 31, 1954, in West Branch to Burt C. Mier and Katherine M. (Linsenman) Mier. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School and...

Kurt M. Mullas

Kurt M. Mullas

February 22, 2024

Kurt Matthew Mullas 63 of West Branch, MI former longtime resident of Melvindale, MI also known as "Moose", passed away unexpectedly February 22, 2024, from unknown causes.

He was born in Trenton, MI on November 30,1960 to Raymond and Beverly (Smith) Mullas.

He is survived by his sisters, Christine Rose (Dale), Cheryl Haas (William), Kelley Bowen, & brother-in-law Lawrence Sancrant. He has...

Johnny Wayne Lafountain

Johnny Wayne Lafountain

February 20, 2024

John Wayne LaFountain, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City, MI. He was born on September 9, 1959, in Charlotte, MI to Delmont and Edna (Walsh) LaFountain. He has lived in Alger for over 30 years, formerly of Ovid, MI.

On July 27, 2019, he married April Fry in Gladwin, MI.

John was...

Roxanne Linda Benjamin, D.O.

Roxanne Linda Benjamin, D.O.

February 20, 2024

Dr. Roxanne Benjamin, D.O., a beacon of love, healing, and laughter, peacefully passed away on February 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and a family who cherished her deeply. A true force of nature, she packed a lifetime of love into 77 years, touching countless lives with her compassion, energy, and positivity.

Born in Jackson, MI in March...

Peggy Ann Flynn

Peggy Ann Flynn

February 19, 2024

Peggy Ann Flynn, age 84, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024, in Redford, MI. She was born on August 18, 1939, in West Branch, MI, to the late Lawrence and Leota (Teeple) Stillwagon.

On September 27, 1959, she married Patrick Flynn.

Peggy's visitation will be held at Steuernol & McLaren Funeral Home in West Branch on Friday, February 23, 2024, from...

Helen Mary Copeland

Helen Mary Copeland

February 18, 2024

Helen Mary Copeland, age 90, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at The Brook in Roscommon, MI. She was born on December 8, 1933, in Au Sable Forks, NY, to Edward and Florence (Cusson) Dennett. She lived in St. Helen, MI since 1982 formerly of Warren, MI.

Helen was a dedicated member of the St. Helen Community Baptist Church. She...

Tony Lee Harvey

Tony Lee Harvey

February 12, 2024

Tony Lee Harvey, age 61, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024, at his home in St. Helen, MI surrounded by his family. He was born on November 7, 1962, in Kalamazoo, MI. He lived in Roscommon County since 1990.

Tony was known for his nickname, Nubbie. He would always proudly proclaim, "I'm a Harvey!"

He was an avid outdoorsman and throughout...

Karl Ivan Gawne Sr.

Karl Ivan Gawne Sr.

January 31, 2024

Karl Ivan Gawne Sr., 93, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland, MI. He was born on March 12, 1930, in North Kingsville, OH, to Howard and Ruth (Johnson) Gawne. He lived in St. Helen, MI since 1979, formerly of Saginaw, MI.

Karl proudly served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War...

Casmeir Pelak

Casmeir Pelak

January 31, 2024

Casmeir Pelak, age 73, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center in West Branch, MI. He was born on August 25, 1950, in Detroit, MI to Francis and Mary (Dudek) Pelak. He lived in West Branch since 2014, formerly of Warren, MI.

He was a man of faith. He attended St. Clemens Catholic School in Centerline, MI...

Jean Marjory Schnautz

Jean Marjory Schnautz

January 30, 2024

Jean Marjory Schnautz, age 98, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at her home in West Branch, MI surrounded by her family. She was born in Saginaw, MI on October 24, 1925, to Frederick and Nellie (St. Mary) Knapp. She lived in West Branch since 1969, formerly of Saginaw.

On June 1, 1946, she married the love of her life,...

Charles Norman Rau

Charles Norman Rau

January 29, 2024

Charles Norman Rau, age 85, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at his home in West Branch, MI surrounded by his family. He was born on January 12, 1939, in West Branch, to William and Esther (Bragg) Rau. He lived in West Branch his entire life.

Charlie married Betty Schmitt on May 26, 1962, in West Branch and cherished their...