Recent Obituaries
Mary Ann Ataman
Sep 1, 2017
Mary Ann Ataman, age 63, of Alpena, passed away at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena on Friday, September 1, 2017. On December 25, 1953, Mary was born to the late Leo and Leona (Modrzynski) Ataman in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her lifelong friend and companion, Dan Ward, and was a loving mother to her four children: Patrick Ataman,...
James 'Jim' K. Morris
Aug 20, 2017
James "Jim" K. Morris, age 76, of Owosso, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his children, grandchildren and nephew in Owosso, Michigan on Sunday, August 20, 2017. On July 2, 1941, James was born to the late Angus and Margaret (McCormick) Morris in Alpena, Michigan. He married Nancy Sang in November of 1967, in Chicshogo, Minn. She...
Bruce Stevens
Aug 15, 2017
Bruce Stevens, age 63, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, after an extended illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Brenda and their two daughters Adrienne Stevens of Alpena, MI, and Courtney (Shane) Turpen of Harrisville, MI, three grandchildren Dayton Faunce, Bailey Turpen and Avi Turpen....
Paula M. Becker
Aug 6, 2017
Paula M. Becker, age 72, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2017, at home surrounded by her family. She is survived her two sons: James Smith of Alpena, MI and Paul "Scott" (Karen) Mikkola of Rochester Hills; MI. 5 grandchildren: Derek Watson, Christopher, Nicholas, and Richard Mikkola, and Eliza Becker. One sister Beth (Bob) Milspaugh of Hillman,...
Patricia Ann Baker
Jul 27, 2017
Patricia Ann Baker, age 76, of Alpena, formerly of Plainwell, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by her family. On May 3, 1941, Patricia was born to the late Thomas and Mary Jane (Beebe) Cox in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She married Jerry Baker on June 9, 1962 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church...
Frederick B Meldrum
Jul 24, 2017
Frederick B. Meldrum, age 90, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, July 24, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. On September 12, 1926, Frederick was born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Guy and Josephine (Bertrand) Meldrum. On August 19, 1950, he married Arlene L. Glanville in Redford Township. Frederick served in the United...
Maria Senchuk
Jul 20, 2017
Maria Senchuk, age 93, passed away at home July 20, 2017, surrounded by loving family. Maria Kodynsky was born February 22, 1924, in Grigoriewka, Ukraine. She married Kenneth R. Senchuk April 23, 1947, in Sonthoven, Germany shortly after World War II. Ken brought her home to Alpena, Michigan, where she made a life as a homemaker. Her greatest joy, though,...
Patricia 'Pat' Ann Halleck
Jul 20, 2017
Patricia "Pat" A. Halleck, age 70, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at U of M hospital on Thursday, July 20, 2017, after a long battle of lung disease. On August 29, 1946, Patricia was born to late Joseph and Lottie (Cwiakala) Wisiewski in Alpena, MI. She married William Halleck on April 22, 1966. She is survived...
Shirley M Ulch
Jul 20, 2017
Shirley M. Ulch, age 80, of Alpena, passed away at on Thursday, July 20, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. Per her wishes she has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation. A Committal Service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017, at 12 noon, at Holy Cross Cemetery with Fr. James Fitzpatrick Officiating. Internment: Holy...
Marvin L. Wysocki
Jul 14, 2017
Marvin L. Wysocki, age 88, of Alpena, passed away after an extended illness, Friday, July 14, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family. On February 2, 1929,Marvin was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Edmund and Frances (Zilinski) Wysocki. He was a graduate of St. Mary School in 1943 and the Alpena High School in...
Josephine M. Howick
Jul 9, 2017
Josephine M. Howick, age 89, of Ossineke passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at home. She is survived by her three children: Bonnie Delisle of Chippewa Lake, MI; Nancy Loewe of Ossineke, MI; David (Debbie) Howick of Taylor, MI, her 11 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren. Per her wishes she has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter...
Alice L. Regits
Jul 7, 2017
Alice L. Regits, age 75, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7, 2017, surrounded by her family. On August 11, 1941, Alice was born in Pine Run, Michigan to the late Rev. Edwin and Louise (Main) Cummins. Alice will be forever remembered for her kind and generous ways of dedication to her family all of her life, being...
'Bill' Floyd William Monasmith
Jul 6, 2017
Floyd William Monasmith, age 81, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2017, at home. Bill was born on June 6, 1936 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Floyd and Oletha (Folk) Monasmith. He married Barbara "Bobbie" Scott on June 7, 1958 in Findlay, Ohio. She preceded him in death on September 18, 2001. He was a member...
Alvin A. Gapczynski
Jul 3, 2017
Alvin A. Gapczynski, age 93, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 3, 2017, at home surrounded by his family. On May 26, 1924, Alvin was born to the late Anthony and Martha (Skiba) Gapczynski in Alpena, Michigan. He served in the United States Air Force under the Coast Artillery division and was the radioman for a B-17 during...
Chad Michael Arlt
Jul 1, 2017
Chad Michael Arlt, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2017, at home. On March 3, 1978, Chad was born to the late Peter Arlt and Theresa Matthes in Alpena, Michigan. He married Kristi Carr on November 1, 2003 in Alpena, Michigan. Chad had many friends all over the states. His passions were "Science," New Technology, and Bio...
Robert 'Bob' J. Murphy
Jun 28, 2017
Robert J. "Bob" Murphy Sr., age 68, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family. On November 1, 1948, Robert was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late James and Norma (Spicer) Murphy. He married Diane Kinsel on May 6, 1972, at St. Paul Lutheran Church....
Lancelot 'Lance' L. Kendziorski
Jun 17, 2017
Lancelot L. "Lance" Kendziorski, age 91, of Alpena passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 17, 2017, surrounded by his family. On May 3, 1926, Lancelot was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Leo and Mary (Martin) Kendziorski. Lance served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper in the 17th Airborn. He married Marie Kline on July 14,...
Louis 'Duke' J. Odusky
Jun 13, 2017
Louis J. "Duke" Odusky, age 83 , of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at home. On June 10, 1934, Louis was born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Bernard and Rose (Skatzka) Odusky. He served in the U.S. Navy. Louis married Eleanor Jakubiak on July 29, 1961, at St. Mary Catholic Church....
William Henry Buchler
Jun 13, 2017
William Henry Buchler, age 74, of Alpena passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at home. William was born on May 12, 1943, in Hillman, Michigan to the late Berthold and Tillie (Radke) Buchler. On November 23, 1963, he married Charlotte Headley. William worked for Thunderbay Manufacturing, retiring in 2005. He was a member of...
Esther J. Leaym
Jun 6, 2017
Esther J. Leaym, age 81, of Alpena passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 6, 2017. She is survived by her four children; Derald (Susan) Leaym of Alpena, MI; Brenda (Bruce) Stevens of Alpena, MI; Vicki (Bill) Bahling of Arizona; and Joan (John) Skiba of Alpena,MI. 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and one nephew. Per her wishes she has been...
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