Recent Obituaries
Glenn H. Donajkowski
Jun 9, 2021
Glenn H. Donajkowski, age 61, of Posen, Michigan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.
On March 12, 1960, Glenn was born to the late John and Lorraine (Kolakowski) Donajkowski in Alpena, MI. Glenn was a logger with Donajkowski Logging. He married Tamara Stone on March 2, 2009, in Alpena, Michigan.
He...
Carol Elise 'Annie' Martin
May 31, 2021
Carol Elise (Brink) Martin, 94, of Ossineke, MI, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, May 31, 2021, surrounded by family. "Annie," as she was known to friends and family, was born on December 21, 1926, to George Alfred and Mary Emma (Dickson) Brink in St. Paul, MN. She was their youngest daughter, joining her sister and...
Phyllis J Corwin
May 31, 2021
Phyllis J. (Jasman) Corwin, age 87, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 31, 2021, at Medilodge-Greenview with her daughter Ann and brother Eugene, at her side.
Phyllis was born on February 27, 1934, to the late Gilbert and Bessie (Gohl) Jasman in Alpena, Michigan. She married Robert B. Corwin on August 21, 1954, at St. Anne Catholic...
Virginia Irene Tadajewski
May 31, 2021
Virginia Irene. Tadajewski, age 98, of Alpena, passed away on Monday, May 31, 2021, at Turning Brook.
On September 14, 1922, Virginia was born to the late John and Frances (Kierzek) Kieliszewski in Alpena, Michigan. She married Theodore J. Tadajewski on March 6, 1943, at St. Casimir Roman Catholic Church in Posen, Michigan; he preceded her in death...
Jean M. Zielaskowski-Connon
May 30, 2021
Jean M. Zielaskowski- Connon, age 90, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021.
She is survived by three daughters; Susie Kidder, Sandy Zielaskowski (John Adams) and Sonja Briley (Greg). She is also survived by three grandchildren: Lorne Zielaskowski, Jennifer Gruschke Mowery and Chris Briley. She also has great-grandchildren surviving: Alex and Lauren Zielaskowski, Parker and Kerrigan Gruschke and Mirra...
Wayne Arthur Benoit
May 29, 2021
Wayne Arthur Benoit, age 84, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.
On August 12, 1936, Wayne was born to the late Edward and Malvena (St. Charles) Benoit in Alpena, Michigan. He served in the United States Army. On January 9, 1960, Wayne married Miriam Behnke at St. Anne...
Donald 'Don' J. Furze
May 21, 2021
Donald "Don" J. Furze, age 81, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Friday, May 21, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.
On August 7, 1939, Donald was born in Highland Park, Michigan to the late James and Nell (Lyytikainen) Furze. He married Verna Heikkila on April 6, 1963, in Detroit, Michigan. Don served in the National Guard...
Geraldine 'Gerry' Scheske
May 12, 2021
Geraldine "Gerry" Scheske, age 80, of Alpena, Michigan passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, under the loving care of her son James.
Gerry was born on August 12, 1940, in Manistique, Michigan to the late Joseph and Harriette (Heltman) Gedeon. She worked as a cook on the Steel Ships, retiring in 2006. Gerry loved life, adventure,...
Delmar L. Prevo
May 8, 2021
Delmar L. Prevo, age 88, of Lachine, Michigan passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Medilodge of Hillman.
On October 27, 1932, Delmar was born in Flint, Michigan to the late Leo and Anabelle (Allain) Prevo. Delmar was a Farmer in the Herron, Michigan area his entire life raising cattle and producing cash crops. He married...
Judy A. Smith
Apr 25, 2021
Judy A. Smith, age 78, of Alpena, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On August 9, 1942, Judy was born to the late Harry B. and Sella (McMurray) Melvin in Hillman, Michigan. She married Gary W. Smith on October 24, 1970; they were blessed with 35 years of...
Michael 'Mike' F. Tadajewski
Apr 13, 2021
Michael F. "Mike" Tadajewski, age 74, of Posen passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at home.
On May 12, 1946, Michael was born in Alpena, Michigan to Clarence and Theodocia (LaCombe) Tadajewski. He retired out of General Motors- Buick City after 31 years in 1994. Mike married Suzanne Paraschos on October 5, 1989,...
Donald L. Tovey
Apr 10, 2021
Donald L. Tovey, age 84, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 10, 2021, at home.
On October 15, 1936, Donald was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Richard and Norma (LeTourneau) Tovey. Don was the owner and operator of Tovey's Garage. He was a member of the Alpena Eagles Club.
He...
Phyllis G. Wyman
Apr 9, 2021
Phyllis G. Wyman age 91, of Alpena passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On September 28, 1929, Phyllis was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Joseph and Sally (Lewandowski) Bronikowski. She married Edward W. Wyman on August 8, 1953, at St. Mary Catholic Church with Fr. Chester Pilarski officiating. They...
Michelle Donajkowski
Apr 4, 2021
Michelle Donajkowski, age 75, of Alpena, passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center after a long battle with Cancer.
On June 21, 1945, Michelle was born to Harold and Betty (Gougeon) Michaud in Alpena, Michigan. She married Raymond A. Donajkowski on March 26, 1965, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and was blessed...
'Tim' S. Szatkowski
Feb 12, 2021
Timothy "Tim" S. Szatkowski, age 55, of Alpena passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021, at home.
On August 8, 1965, Tim was born to Francis and Susan (Dziesinski) Szatkowski in Alpena, Michigan. He married Tanya Lea on December 22, 2006. Tim worked for Great North Foods in the warehouse and enjoyed spending his time in the outdoors hunting...
Marilyn D. Colby
Feb 8, 2021
Marilyn D. Colby, age 92, of Alpena passed away peacefully at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena on Monday, February 8, 2021.
On August 1, 1928, Marilyn was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late George Edward "Ned" and Louise (Jones) Thompson. She married Warren Colby (a Local Sports Figure) on August 14, 1946, at Grace Lutheran...
Alfreda D. Strobel
Jan 22, 2021
Alfreda D. Strobel, 89, of Alpena passed away on January 22, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
She was born on April 5, 1931, to Theodore and Ida (Ulatowski) Walker in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She married Marion Strobel on May 26, 1951, in New Jersey. Alfreda worked for Burroughs Corporation in Plymouth, MI for 20 years, and retired to...
Thomas 'Tom' Suszek
Jan 20, 2021
Thomas "Tom" Suszek, age 88, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.
On March 4, 1932, Tom was born to the late Theodore and Mildred (Drager) Suszek Sr. in Alpena, Michigan. Tom left school to join the United States Air Force; upon his return he met Patricia "Pat" Arpin...
Bernadine B. Robinette
Jan 16, 2021
Bernadine B. Robinette, age 89, of Alpena was welcomed Home by the Lord and her loving husband Lester on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Medilodge of Alpena.
On March 5, 1931, Bernadine was born to the late John and Anna (Donajkowski) Pokorski in Posen, Michigan. She married the love of her life Lester Robinette on September 9, 1950,...
Donald A. Dziesinski
Jan 12, 2021
Donald "Don" A. Dziesinski, age 82, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 12, 2021.
On December 10, 1938, Donald was born to the late Alexander and Anna (Chalupniczak) Dziesinski in Alpena, MI. Don grew up drilling wells with his father; obtaining his Michigan Drilling License and started his own business, retiring after 61 years,...
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