Recent Obituaries
Harvey 'John' Hanner
Aug 7, 2018
Harvey John Hanner, age 82, of Spruce passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at home on August 7, 2018.
On October 25, 1935, Harvey was born to the late Melvin and Myrtle (Wright) Hanner in Spruce, Michigan. He married Julie Carr on June 19, 1995. John was a self employed Logger for 60 years and enjoyed spending time in...
'Susie' Vivian L. Smith
Aug 1, 2018
Vivian L. "Susie" Smith, age 70, of Alpena passed away on Wednesday, August 1, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena surrounded by her family and friends.
On April 9, 1948, Vivian was born to the late Harlo and Violet (Moulds) Smith in Alpena, Michigan. Susie was a member of the Alpena Eagles (F.O.E.). She loved spending time with...
Edward E. Teckman
Jul 28, 2018
Edward E. Teckman, age 78, of Posen, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
He is survived by his wife Ellen of 23 years; one daughter Starr Ann; two granddaughters and several nieces.
Per his wishes he has been taken by the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for Cremation. No services as scheduled at this time.
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Valerie J. Lockwood
Jul 18, 2018
Valerie J. (Toth) Lockwood, age 89, of Spruce, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, in Spruce, Michigan.
Valerie is survived by her husband of 52 years, Seth; one daughter Cindy Kelly of Lansing, MI; one son Steve Habermehl of Port Huron, MI; four grandchildren: Lauren, Anne, Steven Jr., and Melissa; eight great-grandchildren; one brother David Toth of...
Dorothy Margaret Gappa
Jul 14, 2018
Dorothy Margaret Gappa, age 96, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 14, 2018, at Jessie's Place AFC Home in Alpena, Michigan.
On August 18, 1921, Dorothy was born in Black River, Michigan to the late Albert and Eva Benson. Dorothy married Robert J. Gappa on February 28, 1938, at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Black River, Michigan....
Janice R. Lindros
Jul 6, 2018
Janice R. Lindros, age 68, of Alpena, went home to be with her lord and savior on Friday, July 6, 2018.
She is survived by her husband George "Jake" Johnson, her four children: David Lindros and Nathan Lindros both of Taylor, MI; Corey (Amber) Lindros of Detroit, MI; Kim (Nash) Martinez of Pueblo, CO; 14 grandchildren; several great- grandchildren. Three...
Denise A. Tibor
Jun 27, 2018
Denise A. Tibor, age 61, of Ossineke passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at home after an extended illness.
On March 1, 1957, Denise was born to Valent "Val" and Shirley (Bushey) Tibor in Harrisville, MI. She worked as a Nurses Aid for over twenty years.. Denise was a member of St. Catherine Catholic Church. She loved...
Eleanor Ramona Werda
Jun 27, 2018
Eleanor Ramona Werda, age 89, of Alpena went home to see her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On January 18, 1929, Eleanor was born to the late Frank and Viola (Dziesinski) Pokorzynski in Hamtramck, Michigan. Eleanor cherished St. John the Baptist Catholic Church by being a dedicated and active member....
Nadine Louise Brehmer
Jun 25, 2018
Nadine Louise Brehmer, age 79, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 25, 2018, at Medilodge Greenview in Alpena, Michigan.
Nadine is survived by her three children: Nancy (Tom) Guthrie of Alpena, MI; Mary (Richard) Shapic of Beaverton, MI; and June (Stephen) Maes of Alpena, MI; 7 grandchildren: Jared (Carrie) Roberts, Keegan and Kyle Harris, Cody Titus, Marisa...
Lois J. Dziesinski
Jun 24, 2018
Lois J. Dziesinski, age 89, of Alpena passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at Medilodge Greenview in Alpena, Michigan.
On April 10, 1929, Lois was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Obea and Florence (Eggert) Cain. She married Stanley F. Dziesinski on September 3, 1949 at St. Anne Catholic Church by Rev....
Miriam V. Benoit
Jun 19, 2018
Miriam V. Benoit, age 80, of Alpena passed away peacefully on June 19, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Midland surrounded by her family.
On April 16, 1938, Miriam was born to the late Larry and Flora (Matzke) Behnke in Alpena, Michigan. On January 9, 1960, Miriam married Wayne Benoit at St. Anne Catholic Church. She was employed by...
Steven Bradley Nixon
Jun 18, 2018
Steven Bradley Nixon, age 69, of Ossineke passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2018, surrounded by his family.
On April 19, 1949, Steven was born to the late Thurman and Norma (Snyder) Nixon in Flint, Michigan. Steven attended Central High School graduating with the class of 1966. He served in the US Navy from 1966 -1968. On...
Dolores J. Roznowski
May 21, 2018
Dolores J. Roznowski, age 80, of Herron, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 21, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On August 19, 1937, Dolores was born to the late Walter and Nellie (Jarcz) Kamyszek in Belknap Township, Michigan. She married Leonard Roznowski on September 15, 1956, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Metz, Michigan. Leonard preceded her in...
Randy L. Fitzpatrick
May 11, 2018
Randy L. Fitzpatrick, age 60, of Marion, Indiana passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 11, 2018, at home.
On July 28, 1957, Randy was born to the late Lloyd and Joyce (DeCaire) Fitzpatrick in Alpena, Michigan. He worked in Indiana at the Delco Pizza Product Company in Maintenance.
Randy is survived by his close personal friend Brenda Swift; his...
Elaine J. Richard
May 5, 2018
Elaine J. Richard, age 87, of Alpena, went home to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Medilodge of Alpena, surrounded by her family.
On September 16, 1930, Elaine was born to the late Leonard and Florence (Kennedy) DeCaire in Alpena. She married William Robert "Bob" Richard on October 28, 1961, they were married...
Helen Kolakowski
May 1, 2018
Helen Kolakowski, age 99, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan.
On October 27, 1918, Helen was born to the late Andrew and Ceclia (Raniszewski) Skowron in Posen, Michigan. She married William Kolakowski on April 24, 1937, at Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Church in Detroit, MI. He...
Loretta A. Leduc
Apr 30, 2018
Loretta A. LeDuc, age 73, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Monday, April 30, 2018, at Medilodge of Alpena.
On December 4, 1944, Loretta was born to the late Frank and Rose (Woida) Gorlewski in Alpena, MI. She loved animals.
She is survived by her two children: Vicki Horn of Adrian, MI; George (April) James of Ionia, MI; one...
Florence E. Widajewski
Apr 18, 2018
Florence E. Widajewski, age 90, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at Kelly's Care Home surrounded by her family.
On March 28, 1928, Florence was born to the late Frank and Eva (Momrik) Hodorowski in Metz, Michigan. May 8, 1948, Florence married Harry "Pete" Widajewski in Rogers City, Michigan, he preceded her in death on December...
April I. Brown
Apr 13, 2018
April I. Brown, age 42, of Alpena passed away on Friday, April 13, 2018, in Alpena, Michigan.
On August 13, 1975, April was born in Chattanooga, TN to the late George and Marilyn (Teall) Wilton. On May 28, 2004, she married Mark Brown in Belton, TX.
April is survived by her loving husband of 13 years Mark and their...
Eugene Chrzan
Apr 11, 2018
Eugene "Gene" Chrzan Sr., age 84, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at home surrounded by his family.
On January 20, 1934, Eugene was born to the late Walter and Josephine (Kuznicki) Chrzan in Krakow Township. He married Winnifred Parris in Onaway, Michigan on June 12, 1954. In 2004 they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary....
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