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Louis R. Stezelecki

Louis R. Stezelecki

Jan 16, 2018

Louis R. Strzelecki, age 86, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 16, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena surrounded by his family. On February 20, 1931, Louis was born to the late Frank and Lillian (Hepburn) Strzelecki in Alpena, Michigan. He worked for Alpena Paving/ Goodrich Paving for 47 years and he later was a greeter for...

Kathyrn S. Hansen

Kathyrn S. Hansen

Jan 15, 2018

Kathryn S. Hansen, age 68, of Alpena passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on Monday, January 15, 2018, surrounded by her family at home. On August 21, 1949, Kathryn was born in Long Rapids, Michigan to the late Henry and Margaret (Tebo) DeCaire. She served in the Merchant Marine and became a certified Steward. . On December 21, 1991,...

Delmar J. Kieliszewski

Delmar J. Kieliszewski

Jan 12, 2018

Delmar J. Kieliszewski, age 75, of Alpena passed away peacefully on January 12, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family. On December 2, 1942, Delmar was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Frank and Sophie (Wcisel) Kieliszewski. Delmar worked for Mid-Way Giant retiring in 1997, after 35 years. Later worked for the Alpena Township in...

Elaine M. Doxsie

Elaine M. Doxsie

Jan 10, 2018

            Elaine M. Doxsie, age 82, of Atlanta, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2018, at Tendercare Alpena surrounded by her family.

            On October 4, 1935, Elaine was born in Eagle, Michigan to the late Edward and Ethel (Hewson) Kransz. She married Donovan Doxsie, and worked on their family farm for 30 years. She moved to Mulligan, MI and later...

Marie V. Lalonde

Marie V. Lalonde

Jan 7, 2018

Marie V. LaLonde, age 83, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 7, 2018, at Tendercare Alpena. She is survived by her two sons Bob LaLonde and John LaLonde both of Alpena; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; one brother Lonnie Brooks of New Hampshire; two sisters Donna (James) Hein; Nancy Gagna of Arizona, and several nieces and nephews. Per her...

Richard J. 'Dick' Hunter

Richard J. 'Dick' Hunter

Jan 4, 2018

Richard J. "Dick" Hunter, age 82, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2018, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. Richard was born on April 5, 1935, to the late Raymond and Aurore (Fontaine) Hunter in Alpena, Michigan. On January 21, 1956, he married Joan Powell at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Chester Pilarski officiating. Dick worked...

William 'Bill' T. Glomski

William 'Bill' T. Glomski

Dec 29, 2017

William T. "Bill" Glomski, age 63, of Ossineke passed away peacefully on Friday, December 29, 2017, at home surrounded by his family. Bill is survived by his two sisters Lisa (Len) Richards of Atlantic Mine, MI; Valinda (Dave) Manson of Rotundra West, FL; and his mother Bridget Kurtz of Fairfield, TN. Per his wishes he has been taken from the...

Louis A. Gorlewski

Louis A. Gorlewski

Dec 18, 2017

Louis A. Gorlewski, age 84, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Monday, December 18, 2017, at Tendercare Alpena. On January 12, 1933, Louis was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Frank and Rose (Woida) Gorlewski. He is survived by his brother Julius Gorlewski of Burton, MI and a sister Loretta LeDuc of Alpena, MI. Arrangements are being handled by...

Thomas David Piper

Thomas David Piper

Dec 16, 2017

Thomas David Piper, age 73, of Alpena passed away peacefully after an extended illness, on Saturday, December 16, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, surrounded by his family. On July 30, 1944, Thomas was born to the late Clarence and Stella (Smolinski) Piper. Tom had a great love of the outdoors: hunting, quad riding, snowshoeing, or cutting wood, these were Tom's...

Scott E. Roper

Scott E. Roper

Dec 15, 2017

Scott E. Roper, age 56, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2017, at home after an extended illness. Scott is survived by his loving companion, Sonya Buck of Alpena, Michigan; one brother Mark (Helen) Roper; three sisters: Barbara Gonzales, Karen Oliger, and Judy Roper all of Toledo, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Per his wishes Scott...

Allen D Macfalda

Allen D Macfalda

Dec 11, 2017

Allen D. MacFalda, age 69, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Monday, December 11, 2017, at Tendercare Alpena. He is survived by his sister Marion (James) Pokorzynski of Alpena, MI; and several nieces and nephews. Per his wishes Allen has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation and there are no services scheduled at this time.

Wanda 'Vinnie' E. Kaiser

Wanda 'Vinnie' E. Kaiser

Dec 5, 2017

Wanda E. "Vinnie" Kaiser, age 89, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 5, 2017, at home. On August 10, 1928, Wanda was born to the late Frank and Rose (Grzeskowiak) Konieczka in Alpena, Michigan. She married John "Jack" Kaiser on February 3, 1951, at St. Mary Catholic Church by Rev. Chester Pilarski. Jack preceded her in death on...

Keith Allen Burt

Keith Allen Burt

Dec 5, 2017

Keith Allen Burt, 65, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 5, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena.On January 25, 1952, Keith was born to George and Joan (Heine) Burt in Harrisville, Michigan. He graduated from Alpena High School in 1970, and continued his education at Alpena Community College until he joined the Army...

Geneva J. Kolnowski

Geneva J. Kolnowski

Nov 22, 2017

Geneva J. Kolnowski, age 93, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at Tendercare Alpena. On December 14, 1923, Geneva was born to the late George and Anges (Smith) Gardner in Bolton, Michigan. On April 18, 1941, she married Joseph Kolnowski at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Joseph preceded her in death on March 19, 1999. Geneva worked...

Ivan Lee Krawczak

Ivan Lee Krawczak

Nov 21, 2017

Ivan L. Krawczak, age 68, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. On November 23, 1948, Ivan was born to the late Harry and Blanche (Pieczynski) Krawczak in Alpena, Michigan. Ivan graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1966, with honors receiving the Thomas Murch Award for outstanding athletic and scholar...

Mary Losinski-Donajkowski

Mary Losinski-Donajkowski

Oct 28, 2017

Mary Losinski - Donajkowski, age 82, of Alpena passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 28, 2017, surrounded by her family. Mary was born on December 27, 1934, in Alpena to the late John and Gertrude (Ryan) Dege. On January 17, 1959, Mary married Alvin Losinski at St. Bernard Catholic Church. After 25 years of marriage, Alvin preceded her...

Frances E. Garant

Frances E. Garant

Oct 28, 2017

Frances "Fran" E. Garant, age 88, of Alpena passed away peacefully at Tender Care Greenview on Saturday, October 28, 2017, surrounded by her family. On September 29, 1929, Frances was born in Rogers City, Michigan to the late George and Veroncia (Kohsmann) Shorkey. She married Robert Garant on September 17, 1949, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Rogers City, MI....

Joan Ann Wysocki

Joan Ann Wysocki

Oct 20, 2017

Joan Ann Wysocki, age 83, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2017, at Henry Ford Hospital surrounded by her family. On January 16, 1934, Joan was born to the late Frank and Evelyn (Hepburn) Kinsel in Alpena, Michigan. She married Patrick Wysocki on September 5, 1953, at St. Mary Catholic Church with Mgsr. John Gatzke. Patrick preceded...

Rita Joyce Glomski

Rita Joyce Glomski

Oct 20, 2017

Rita Joyce Glomski, age 91, of Long Lake, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Friday, October 20, 2017. She will begin her eternal life with God. November 4, 1925, Rita was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Philip and Rose (Filipiak) Kowalski. She married Gabriel "Gabe" Glomski on May 6, 1946, at St. Mary...

Delores L. Klaft

Delores L. Klaft

Oct 19, 2017

Delores L. Klaft, age 88, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on Thursday, October 19, 2017. On March 31, 1929, Delores was born to the late Anthony and Anna (Panek) Klaft Sr. in Detroit, Michigan. She was a secretary and president of the Fan Club for Pee Wee King and the Golden West Cowboys in...