Recent Obituaries
Eugene 'Geno' Kenneth Hayes Sr.
Oct 8, 2018
Eugene Kenneth Hayes Sr. "Geno", age 78, of Alpena, made his final departure from this world on Monday, October 8, 2018, at his home in the loving care of his family.
On March 8, 1940, Eugene was born to the late John and Florence (Skiba) Hayes. He married Dixie Thomas on July 23, 1960 at St. Anne Catholic Church....
Saundra Sue Dubie
Oct 5, 2018
Saundra Sue Dubie, age 72, formerly of Herron, Michigan passed away peacefully on Friday, October 5, 2018, at the Brege AFC Home, surrounded by her loving caregivers of the last 12 years, in Rogers City, Michigan.
Saundra was born on March 23, 1946, to the late Albert and Agnes (Marcotte) Dubie in Alpena, Michigan. She was a member of...
Mary Ann E. Seymour
Sep 26, 2018
Mary Ann E. Seymour, age 78, formerly of Ossineke, Michigan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at home in Alpena, Michigan.
Mary Anna was born on March 13, 1940, to the late Louis and Mary (Scratz) Hartman in Cleveland, OH . She married Lloyd Seymour on May 13, 1961, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ossineke, MI. He...
Edna C. Schliska
Sep 15, 2018
Edna C. Schliska, age 78, of Saginaw, Michigan formerly of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 15, 2018, at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan.
On June 6, 1940, weighing only one and a half pounds Edna was born to the late William A. and Edna (Prevo) Schliska in Alpena, Michigan. As a premature baby, she was sent...

Christine L. Deville
Aug 28, 2018
Christine L. DeVille, age 46, of Posen passed away on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at Hubbard Lake, Michigan.
On October 29, 1971, Christine was born to Michael and Loretta (Gutierrez) Tadajewski in Flint, Michigan. She worked as a Home Health Aide for 11 years, until her health no longer allowed her to work. Christine had a caring heart for...
John H. Kell
Aug 27, 2018
John H. Kell, age 73, of Alpena passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, after an extended illness.
On April 9, 1945, John was born in Flint, Michigan to the late John and Edith Kell. He served in the United States Air Force. John worked for Presque Isle Corporation for many years. He...
Blanche Ann Konieczny
Aug 22, 2018
Blanche A. Konieczny, age 81, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, surrounded by her family.
On July 26, 1937, Blanche was born to the late Louis and Sophie (Pilarski) Kroll in Posen, Michigan. She married Edmund Konieczny on May 4, 1957, at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Posen by Fr. Steven Kozak. Blanche...
Clifford E. 'Bud' Barnes
Aug 19, 2018
Clifford E. "Bud" Barnes, age 88, of Lachine formerly of White Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 19, 2018, at home, surrounded by his family.
On January 12, 1930, Clifford was born to the late Clifford A. and Virginia (Stoddard) Barnes in Detroit, Michigan. Bud served in the United States Army as a medic from 1951 through 1953....
Richard J. Fatka
Aug 12, 2018
Richard J. Fatka, age 86, of Presque Isle passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 12, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.
On January 28, 1932, Richard was born to the late Wenceslaus and Leocadia (Cierhusz) Fatka in Detroit, Michigan. Richard served in the US Air Force during the Korean War. He was employed by the Bendix Corporation as...
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...
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....
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...

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...