Obituaries

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

Christopher William Martin

Christopher William Martin

February 13, 2016

Christopher William Martin, age 16, passed away on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at St. Mary’s of Michigan in Saginaw, MI after injuries he sustained from an automobile accident. He had lived in West Branch, MI for his entire life. Christopher was born to David Martin Jr. and Rhonda Williamson in West Branch, MI on May 31, 1999. He was currently...

James "J.C." Clark Sutherland

James "J.C." Clark Sutherland

February 10, 2016

James Clark Sutherland, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 in West Branch, MI. He was born to Clark and Gladys (McKee) Sutherland in Pontiac, MI on August 29, 1936. On December 26, 1955, J.C. married Esther Sweet in Lake Orion, MI. J.C. is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Esther Sutherland of West Branch, MI;...

Laura Maybell Wright

Laura Maybell Wright

February 8, 2016

Laura Maybell Wright, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2016 at The Villa at West Branch. She was born to Oscar and Bessie (Wiltse) Gerard in Saginaw, MI on April 15, 1923. Laura was a member of Faith Alive Church. She enjoyed sewing, reading, gardening and hunting. Laura is survived by her sister, Elva Boese of Saginaw, MI;...

Joseph G. Lauwers Jr.

Joseph G. Lauwers Jr.

February 8, 2016

Joseph George Lauwers, Jr., born November 1, 1935 in Detroit, died February 8, 2016 in Rose City, Michigan. Joe died peacefully at home the morning of February 8, 2016 at the age of 80, surrounded by family. Joe worked proudly as an ironworker, including 26 years as the president and business agent for Reinforced Ironworkers Local 426 in Detroit, retiring...

Nancy Jane Hoxie

Nancy Jane Hoxie

February 7, 2016

Nancy Jane Hoxie, age 77, passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2016 in West Branch, MI. She had lived in West Branch since 1986, formerly of Ann Arbor, MI. Nancy was born on May 9, 1938 to Aubrey and Ruth (Mattison) Whitfield in Chelsea, MI. Nancy was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Kiwanis Club of West Branch,...

Raymond Charles Nicol

Raymond Charles Nicol

February 6, 2016

Raymond Charles Nicol, 68 years, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2016 at The Villa of Rose City with his family by his side. Ray had lived in Rose City for the past year, previously of Farwell and West Branch. He was born on December 4, 1947 to Charles and Ethel (Vogtman) Nicol. On January 11, 1991 he married Rebecca Lynn...

Harriet Lucille Doran

Harriet Lucille Doran

January 31, 2016

Harriet Lucille (Harrington) Doran, age 80, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2016, in Grand Rapids, MI, peacefully in her sleep, surrounded by her loving family. Harriet was born on May 30, 1935, to Hugh and Olive Harrington in Hetherton, MI, and lived in the West Branch, Michigan area most of her adult life before retiring to Florida. She grew...

Karen Irene Lapere

Karen Irene Lapere

January 31, 2016

Karen Irene LaPere, age 63, passed away on Sunday, January 31, 2016 in Rose City, MI. She had lived in Rose City, MI since 1995, formerly of Taylor, MI. Karen was born to Rene and Hyacinth (Stephenson) LaPere in Monroe, MI on August 27, 1952. She enjoyed camping, going to the beach, and campfires. Karen is survived by her son,...

Dorothy Louise Romancky

Dorothy Louise Romancky

January 30, 2016

Dorothy Louise Romancky, age 86, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at The Villa at West Branch. She has lived in St. Helen, MI all of her life. Dorothy was born to Comer and Frances (Hester) Bumbalough in Detroit, MI on September 25, 1929. She was a member of the St. Helen Assembly of God Church and loved being...

John "Jack" Eldred Kinnunen

John "Jack" Eldred Kinnunen

January 26, 2016

John “Jack” Eldred Kinnunen, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. He had lived in St. Helen, MI since 1996, formerly of Livonia, MI. Jack was born to Yalmer and Lena (Tervo) Kinnunen in Allouez, MI on June 23, 1938. He married Theresa Martin in Detroit, MI on August 15, 1959. Jack...

Jacqueline M. Wagner

Jacqueline M. Wagner

January 24, 2016

Jacqueline M. Wagner, age 63, passed away on Sunday, January 24, 2016 at The Villa at West Branch. She had lived in West Branch for most of her life. Jacqueline was born on December 19, 1952 to Eugene and Marilyn (Pecnik) Karoliski in Detroit, MI. Cremation has taken place and no service is scheduled at this time.

Donna Lee Nelson

Donna Lee Nelson

January 23, 2016

Donna Lee Nelson, age 93 of West Branch, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the Horizon Senior Living in West Branch with family by her side. Donna was born in West Branch to Merritt and Grace Valley on May 1, 1922. She has lived in West Branch her whole life. Donna was a member of the Eastern Star, Rebekka,...

William "Billy" Fredrick Matt Jr.

William "Billy" Fredrick Matt Jr.

January 22, 2016

William “ Billy” Fredrick Matt Jr. age 45, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2016 at his home in St. Helen, MI. He was a resident of St. Helen since 2007, formerly of Gladwin. Billy was born in Midland to William Sr. and Paulette Matt on March 28, 1970. He married Christine Marie Christner on March 3, 2007 in St....

Warren "Bud" E. Hooper

Warren "Bud" E. Hooper

January 19, 2016

Warren E. “Bud” Hooper departed this world Jan. 19, 2016, but his wonderful spirit, profound wisdom and generous nature will forever remain. Born Sept. 15, 1924, in West Branch to Warren J. Hooper and Lucille E. (Kennelly) Hooper, Bud excelled at many endeavors — academics, athletics, horsemanship, pool hall ace. As a senior in 1942 at West Branch High School...

Larry Eldon Andrews

Larry Eldon Andrews

January 12, 2016

Larry Eldon Andrews, 71, of Gaylord passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2016, at Otsego Memorial Hospital. Born in West Branch on Aug. 4, 1944, Larry was the son of Stanley and Frances (Barrett) Andrews. He was a graduate of West Branch High School and also attended Michigan State University. Larry served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. A longtime...

Clyde Willard Sales Jr.

Clyde Willard Sales Jr.

January 11, 2016

Clyde Willard Sales Jr., age 75, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2016 at his home in St. Helen, MI. He had lived in St. Helen since 1993, formerly of Twining, MI. Clyde was born to Clyde Sr. and Dollie (Barringer) Sales in Chaffee, MO. On August 9, 1976 he married Linda Geren in Tuscan, AZ. Clyde was a member...

Floyd Chauncy Stillwagon

Floyd Chauncy Stillwagon

January 7, 2016

Floyd Chauncy Stillwagon, age 93, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City, MI. He had lived in West Branch, MI since 1980. Floyd was born in Flint, MI to George and Martha (Warner) Stillwagon on May 3, 1922. He was a veteran of the United States Navy on the USS Meade during WWII....

Patricia Ann Noffsinger

Patricia Ann Noffsinger

January 6, 2016

Patricia Ann Noffsinger, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. She had lived in West Branch, MI for most of her life. Patricia was born to Wallace and Bessie (Munn) Klacking in Garden City, MI on October 1, 1939. On January 28, 1961 she married Gerald Noffsinger in West Branch. Patricia was...

Connie V. Davidson

Connie V. Davidson

January 3, 2016

Connie V. Davidson was born November 1, 1927 in Thomaston, Georgia and departed this life on January 3, 2016 at the age of 88. She was the daughter of George and Mattie Parrott and one of 10 children. She met and married the love of her life, Haven Davidson, in 1950 and they went on to raise their family of...

Thomas Patrick Gallagher

Thomas Patrick Gallagher

January 2, 2016

Thomas Patrick Gallagher age 73 of St. Helen passed away Saturday, January 2, 2016 at McLaren Bay Region in Bay City, Michigan. Tom was a resident of St. Helen for over 20 years previously of Mt. Morris. He was born on October 4, 1942 to William and Valentean (KcKeon) Gallagher. Tom was a veteran of the US Army serving as...