Obituaries
James "Jim" Silva
Jan 27, 2026
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at the age of 88 years.
The son of the late James and Mary Louise (Robles) Silva was born on March 12, 1937 in Saginaw, growing up in Merrill. Jim was a graduate of Sacred Heart Catholic High...
Janice K. Lach
Jan 30, 2026
Janice K. Lach
Freeland, Michigan
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center, with her family at her side. Age 79 years.
The daughter of the late Edward and Edna (Fletcher) Robishaw, Janice was born on November 14, 1946, in Saginaw, Michigan. She married Robert Lach on October 21, 1967, at Bethlehem...
Kevin Vance Daugherty
Jan 28, 2026
Kevin Vance Daugherty, beloved son, husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle and friend passed away January 28, 2026 at Covenant Healthcare - Saginaw.
"Son of Robert and Rosemary (Premo) Daugherty, I was hatched March 5, 1954, in Saginaw, Michigan, and stayed there until 2005 when I moved to St. Charles.
I was a gunners mate striker in the amphibious Navy. Aboard the...
Joe "Tip" M. Barrera
Jan 27, 2026
Joe “Tip” M. Barrera of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved son, brother, father, fiancé, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He was 41 years old. Joe M. Barrera was born December 5, 1984, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Mary (Barrera) Perez and the late Jose Chacon. He attended Saginaw Public Schools and was proud of attending Arthur...
Gerald "Mike" Michael Chauvette
Jan 27, 2026
Gerald “Mike” Michael ChauvetteJuly 21, 1945 – January 27, 2026
Mike Chauvette, a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He went home to be with the Lord and was joyfully reunited with the love of his life, his wife Judy, his daughter, Kimberly Sanchez, and his great-granddaughter, Amiliana...
Myrna Mae Pruitt
Jan 28, 2026
Beloved sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2026, at Pine Haven Senior Assisted Living at the age of 85 years. The daughter of the late Alvin and Margie (Swarm) Pruitt, Myrna was born on December 15, 1940 in Saginaw, MI. After graduating from Hemlock High School she pursued a career as a hair stylist and graduated...
Justina Marie Cooper
Jan 28, 2026
Justina Marie Cooper of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Justina Marie Cooper was born on July 14, 1988, in Saginaw, Michigan to Tina Marie Diaz and Reginald Ray Cooper Sr. She attended Swan Valley High School. The role of her lifetime, one she treasured and cherished...
Jean Alice Kirkpatrick
Jan 20, 2026
Jean Alice Kirkpatrick passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on May 27, 1941, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Winfred William and Leona Vera (Beyersdorf) Ballien.
Jean lived a life grounded in faith, kindness, and devotion to her family. She found joy in the simple pleasures—curling up with a good mystery novel, spending quiet...
Judith D. Weldy
Jan 31, 2026
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the age of 82 years.
The daughter of the late Robert T. and Bernice (Olson) Darvill was born on April 3, 1943 in Chicago, Il. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in mathematics. Judy leaves behind her beloved husband of 60...
William "Bill" Robert Burch
Jan 31, 2026
William “Bill” Robert Burch of Saginaw, Michigan passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on October 21, 1950, in Saginaw to Russell and Margaret (McNish) Burch, Bill lived a life marked by dedication, love, and a passion for his craft.
Bill was a man of many talents and interests. He enjoyed bird hunting, and was an...
Timothy James Gibbons
Jan 31, 2026
Passed away suddenly on Saturday, January 31, 2026 at the age of 70 years.
The son of the late Robert and Barabara Gibbons was born on June 1, 1955 in Saginaw. He retired from Severance Tool Industries after over 30 years of service. Tim enjoyed fishing, tinkering on cars and being outdoors. He also liked to spend time with family and...
Gary D. Jay
Jan 28, 2026
Gary D. Jay of Bay City, Michigan
Beloved husband, father, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. He was 72 years old. Gary D. Jay was born on August 12, 1953, in Bay City, Michigan to the late Donald and Irene (Challette) Jay. He was a proud 1972 graduate of Bay...
Glen Patrick Miller
Jan 26, 2026
Glen Patrick Miller of Saginaw, Michigan
Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, January 26, 2026. He was 67 years old. Glen was born on April 26, 1958, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Clare “Jay” and Joan (Loper) Miller. He was a proud 1976 graduate of Hemlock High School. Following graduation, he began his professional career working in construction....
Nancy Kay Thompson
Jan 26, 2026
Nancy Thompson of Birch Run, Michigan
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, January 26, 2026, at Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Center. She was 80 years old. Nancy Railling was born on September 2, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Mervin James and Melissa Catherine (Henry) Railling....
Jacqueline Carol Kehoe
Jan 24, 2026
Jacqueline Carol Kehoe, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on January 24, 2026, at the age of 81.
Jacqueline was born on October 30, 1944, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Duane Kehoe and Allison Lucille (Holt) Kehoe.
She was known for her vibrant spirit and friendly manner, enriching the lives of all who knew her.
Jackie had a passion for...
Robert L. Dye
Jan 22, 2026
A much-loved father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle, Robert Lloyd Dye, 66, of Freeland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on January 22, 2026. He was born March 21, 1959 in Saginaw, Michigan to Duane and Janet (Dankert) Dye. Robert graduated in 1977 from Douglas MacArthur High School. He earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Central Michigan...
Carl W. Neuenfeldt
Jan 21, 2026
Carl W. Neuenfeldt
Hemlock, Michigan
Loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away Wednesday January 21, 2026, at the age of 87 years. Carl was born November 28, 1938, in Saginaw County, the son of the late Leonard and Adeline (Beyersdorf) Neuenfeldt. He married Retha L. Crosby February 19, 1960, and Retha survives him. He was a member of St Peter...
Gerald Earl Mallery
Jan 21, 2026
Gerald Earl Mallery, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at his "home," Hampton Manor of Merrill. He was born June 20, 1932 in Owosso, MI the son of the late Earl V. and Hilda M. (Schulz) Mallery.
Gerald lived in Chesaning, MI with his family until they moved to Merrill, MI his freshman...
Karen Sue Sheridan
Jan 21, 2026
Karen Sue (Miller) Sheridan passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at Covenant Health System, with her hands held by her beloved son and daughter‑in‑law.
Karen was born on September 23, 1944, in Merrill, Michigan, to Earl and Catherine (Thom) Miller. One of twelve children, she grew up in LaPorte, Michigan. From an early age, her warmth, humor, and ease with...
Debra Kay Jaramillo
Jan 20, 2026
Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Covenant HealthCare – Harrison, with her family at her side. Age 66 years.
The daughter of the late Lillian (Hubbard) and James Luxton, Debra was born on June 6, 1959, in Bay City, Michigan. Debra was a waitress and bar tender for many years of loyal and...






