Recent Obituaries
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,...
Robert 'Bob' I. Wikaryasz
Jan 7, 2021
Robert I. Wikaryasz, age 77, of Alpena passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.
On April 19, 1943, Bob was born to the late Theodore and Faybelle (St. Onge) Wikaryasz in Alpena, MI. In 1961, he graduated from Catholic Central, then joined the United States Navy serving from 1963 until 1967. Bob...
Clarence R. Ulch
Jan 2, 2021
Clarence R. Ulch, age 82, of Zephyrhills, FL formerly of Alpena, Michigan passed away on January 2, 2021, in Zephyrhills, FL.
On February 8, 1938, Clarence was born in Ossineke, Michigan to the late Lee and Bertha (Tolan) Ulch. He married Sharon Belink on September 15, 2006, in North Carolina. He served in the Marine Corp. being discharged...
Thomas Lee Smith
Dec 28, 2020
Thomas Lee Smith, age 73, of Alpena passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
He is survived by his daughter Nikki Smith of Hazel Park, MI; son Rodney Smith of Black River, MI; two brothers: Pastor Gary (Michelle) Smith of Alpena, MI and Randy Smith of Pinconning, MI.
Per his wishes...
Patrick Gerald Dignan
Dec 24, 2020
Patrick Gerald Dignan, age 86, of Alpena passed away peacefully on December 24, 2020, at home in the company of his wife and son.
Patrick was born on January 28, 1934, in Alpena, Michigan to William "Jerry" and Audrey (Noiles) Dignan. He married Theresa Stepanski on October 4, 1958, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alpena.
Patrick...
Paul S. Suszek
Dec 23, 2020
Paul S. Suszek, age 86, of Alpena, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Medilodge of Cheboygan, Michigan.
Arrangements are being handled through the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home and are incomplete at this time. Per his wishes Paul was taken from Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation. A Memorial will be held at a later date and will be announced...
Paul 'Red' S. Suszek
Dec 23, 2020
Paul S. "Red" Suszek, age 86, of Alpena, passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020, at Medilodge of Cheboygan, Michigan.
On December 25, 1933, Paul was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Agabitan and Helen (Kaszubowski) Suszek. He served in the US Army in Germany during the Korean War. October of 1957, Paul married Leona Romel at...
Arthur F. Kole
Dec 22, 2020
Arthur Frank Kole, age 93, of Alpena, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Dorothy and their three sons: Frank Kole of Alpena, MI; David Kole of Presque Isle, MI; and Mark Kole of Kalamazoo, MI.
Per his wishes Arthur has been...
Greg F. Bertrand
Dec 15, 2020
Greg F. Bertrand, age 54, of Alpena, Michigan passed away peacefully with his loving sister by his side, on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan after a long fight with illness.
Greg was born in Alpena, Michigan on January 29, 1966, to Marlene (Bates) Bertrand.
He leaves behind his mother: Marlene Bertrand;...
Vickie Lynn Umphrey
Dec 14, 2020
Vickie Lynn Umphrey, age 66, of Alpena, passed away on Monday, December 14, 2020, at home.
On August 18, 1954, Vickie was born to Sherwood and Azelia (Johnson) Boshaw in Port Huron, Michigan. She was a cook at several restaurants such as Lost Lake Woods, and Shreeves Family Restaurant.
She is survived by her fiancé Bob Dion; five children: Debra (Ron Sweet)...
Michael R. Belanger
Dec 14, 2020
Michael R. Belanger
Michael R. Belanger, age 74, of Alpena, passed away Monday December 14, 2020, at home.
On April 7, 1946, Michael was born to the late Leo and Nora (Prieur) Belanger in Alpena, Michigan. He married Nancy Gagnon on October 10, 1970, at St. Anne Catholic Church. Michael worked for Allen Bradley, Fisher Flack and Kendell Electric for...
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