Recent Obituaries
Helen S Detloff
Jul 23, 2020
Helen S. (Swartzinski) Detloff, age 86, of Alpena, MI passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, July 23, 2020.She was born on May 15, 1934, in Ossineke, MI to the late Joseph and Sophie (Lange) Swartzinski. Helen was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church of All Saints Parish and Ladies Sodality. She married Francis Detloff on October 30,...
William C Leighton
Jul 20, 2020
William Clay " Bill" Leighton, age 68, of Hillman, Michigan passed away at home on Monday, July 20, 2020.
He was born on July 11, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan to the late William and Betty (Fockler) Leighton. Bill worked at the East Detroit Post Office as a mail carrier and and chief union steward. He went on to work...
Gail A Smith
Jul 9, 2020
Gail A. Smith, age 66, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2020, at Lincoln Haven in Lincoln, MI.
She was born on August 4, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan.
Gail is survived by her three daughters; Penny Grabow of Lachine, MI; Angie Grabow of Ossineke, MI; Nichole Sowiecki of Kansas; one son; Joshua Sowiecki of...
David J. Kieliszewski
Jul 5, 2020
David J. Kieliszewski, 88, of Alpena, MI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July, 5, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
He was born on August 14, 1931, to the late Isadore and Blondine (Szymanski) Kieliszewski, in Alpena, MI. David served in the U.S. Army during the Koran War from 1953 to 1955. He married Esther Dziesinski on...
Albert Peter Krajnik
Jun 25, 2020
Albert Peter Krajnik, age 92, of Presque Isle, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020, in New Port Richey, FL.
On November 17, 1927, Albert was born to the late Joseph and Anastasia (Laniewski) Krajnik in Posen, Michigan. Albert served in the Army National Guard for four years. He married Agnes Woloszyk on April 30, 1949, at St....

Steven Thomas Martell
Jun 23, 2020
Steven Thomas Martell, age 64, of Alpena passed away at home on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.
Steven is survived by his two children: Steven R. Martell Jr. of Alpena, MI; Frederick T. Martell of Traverse City, MI; four grandchildren; three brothers: Terrence (Sherry) Martell of Hains, AK; Alan (Patti) Martell of Alpena, MI; Scott (Mary Beth)...
Geraldine 'Gerry' Rita Peltier-Harmon
Jun 17, 2020
Geraldine R. "Gerry" Peltier-Harmon, age 83, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at Medilodge of Alpena surrounded by her family.
Per her wishes Gerry has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation., arrangements are incomplete at this time. A Graveside Service is pending for August and a complete obituary...
Wayne Allen Schaedig
Jun 11, 2020
Wayne Allen Schaedig, age 55, of Alpena passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at home.
On December 14, 1964, Wayne was born to Denny and Carol (Elowsky) Schaedig in Alpena, Michigan. He graduated from Alpena High School in 1983. Wayne worked for Besser Company from March of 1998 until 2007 and later Besser-Baker...
Caliber Lee Kowalski
Jun 9, 2020
Caliber "Cal" Lee Kowalski, age 16, of Alpena, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, from injuries sustained from an automobile accident.
On February 9, 2004, Caliber was born to Adam and Eileen (Stickle) Kowalski in Alpena, Michigan. He enjoyed spending his time in the water from swimming, kayaking, to fishing. Cal was adventurous, he liked the outdoors,...
Patricia Ann Dehring
Jun 7, 2020
Patricia Ann Dehring, age 87, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 7, 2020, at home surrounded by her family.
On March 17, 1933, Patricia was born to the late Angus and Agnes (Werda) Turske in Alpena, Michigan. She married Raymond Dehring on May 14, 1955, at St. Mary Catholic Church. They were blessed with 61 years of...
Sylvia Marie Witucki
Jun 4, 2020
Sylvia Marie Witucki, age 96, of Alpena passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at home.
On October 25, 1923, Sylvia was born to the late Frank and Clara (Woloszyk) Dembny in Posen, Michigan. Sylvia worked as a machine operator Fraser Products and later for Indian Head Industries for 46 years, retiring in 1991. She was a member...
Susan L. Nowicki
May 25, 2020
Susan Nowicki, age 73, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2020, at Medilodge Rogers City.
On January 16, 1947, Susan was born to the late Harlan and Gladys (Carter) Piechan in Sacramento, California. Susan married Robert Nowicki on October 10, 1970, he preceded her in death on July 30, 2019. She worked as a teller for...

Emmett G. Nelson
May 15, 2020
Emmett G. Nelson, age 86, of Spruce, Michigan passed away on Friday, May 15, 2020, at the Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
He is survived by his loving wife Evelyn and their two children: Samuel L. Nelson of Spruce, MI and Sarah E. (Steven) Simkins of Midland, MI; four grand-children: Joseph Nelson, Alisha Howard, Cory Simpkins, and Kelsey (Daniel)...
Rita Maria Baranski
May 14, 2020
Rita Maria Baranski, age 88, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at Medilodge of Alpena.
On October 8, 1931, Rita was born to the late Howard and Mildred (Wolschon) Sheer in Detroit, Michigan. She married Francis J. Baranski on October 17, 1953; together they were blessed with eight children. In Rita's spare time for...
Sally Mae Zdybel
May 13, 2020
Sally Mae Zdybel
Sally Mae Zdybel, age 82, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at her daughter's home.
On June 19, 1937, Sally was born to the late Agabitan and Helen (Kaszubowski) Suszek in Alpena, Michigan. September 1, 1956, she married Elden Zdybel at St. Mary Catholic Church; he preceded her in death on...
Kathryn L Kaiser
May 6, 2020
It is with deep sadness to announce the passing away of Kathryn Kaiser, age 64, on Wednesday, May 6, 2020, at home in Orlando Florida.
Kathy was born to Thomas and Germaine (Bronikowski) Kaiser on November 26, 1955. She graduated from Alpena High School in 1973. She attended Alpena Community College and Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. Kathy...
June M. Dubie
May 2, 2020
June M. Dubie, age 84, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Precious Days AFC Home surrounded by her family.
On June 12, 1935, June was born in Long Rapids, Michigan to the late Thomas and Margaret (Powell) Lewis. She married Arlie Dubie on November 28, 1958, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church....
Kay E. Donakowski
May 2, 2020
Kay E. Donakowski, age 82, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On August 9, 1937, Kay was the youngest of thirteen childrenborn to the late Paul F. and Marie A. (Kornack) Meske in Alpena, Michigan. Kay spent her childhood in Alpena and Saline, MI. She married Otto J....
Lester N. Robinette
Apr 29, 2020
Lester N. Robinette, age 91, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at Medilodge-Alpena on Wednesday, April 29, 2020.
On April 22, 1929, Lester was born to the late Ernest and Katherine (Allain) Robinette in Alpena, Michigan. He married the love of his life Bernadine Pokorski on September 9, 1950, at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Posen, Michigan with Fr....

Eva 'Eve' A. Mouilso
Apr 27, 2020
Mouilso, Eva “Eve” A. 90, of Alpena, MI, passed away peacefully of natural causes, on April 27, 2020. She was surrounded by loved ones.
On April 10, 1930, Eva was born to the late Evert and Aina (Lantto) Toro in Toivola, Michigan. She graduated from Hancock High School and moved to Detroit for employment and attended night classes at...