Obituaries
Clara B. Smith
Jun 22, 2026
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Clara B. Smith
With profound love and gratitude, we celebrate the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Clara B. Smith. Born Clara B. Wilkerson on August 27, 1930, Clara's journey was defined by faith, perseverance, grace, and an unwavering devotion to her family. During her 95 years, she touched countless lives with her quiet strength,...
William George Spitz, Jr.
Jun 27, 2026
William George Spitz, Jr., a caring husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and our Hero passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the age of 95 years. He was born on September 18, 1930, in Saginaw, Michigan. Son of the late William Spitz, Sr. and Grace (Omhart) Spitz. William attended Saginaw...
William "Buck" L. VanSickle, Jr.
Jun 30, 2026
Beloved husband, father, son, uncle and friend passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at the age of 56 years.
The son of William L. and Susan P. (Parish) VanSickle, Sr. was born on March 15, 1970 in Saginaw. Buck married Deirdree “Dee” Kennedy on October 20, 2001; she survives him. He enjoyed camping, card games, bowling, and spending time with...
Beverly Jean Polsinelli
Jul 1, 2026
Beverly (Berg) Polsinelli, age 90 passed away Wednesday July 1, 2026 with her loving family by her side.
Born January 28, 1936 to Fred and Irene (Turner) Berg in Saginaw. She grew up in St. Charles and was a lifelong member of St. Andrews Catholic Church.
She married Ralph Polsinelli Jr. on February 15th, 1958, and traveled with him during his service...
Deena Kay Holley
Jul 1, 2026
Deena K. (Tany) Holley
Saginaw Township/Traverse City, Michigan. April 3, 1958 - July 1, 2026
Passed away after a lengthy illness on July 1, 2026, at the age of 68 years. Deena was born on April 3, 1958, to Jack T. and Joan Tany. She is survived by her son Jeffrey Dupuis, Traverse City, Michigan, brother Jack B. Tany and sisters Cheryl...
Joseph Francisco Verdusco
Jul 1, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Francisco Verdusco of Saginaw, Michigan
A complete obituary will appear later this afternoon.
A funeral service will take place at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 4480 Mackinaw Rd., Saginaw, MI 48603. Rev. Fr. Alberto Vargas will officiate. Honoring Joseph’s wishes cremation will follow the service. Friends are welcome to...
Sharon Lee DeShone
Jul 2, 2026
Sharon Lee DeShone, age 83, of Kochville Township, passed away on July 2, 2026. Sharon was born on September 1, 1942, in Saginaw, Michigan.
Sharon graduated from Arthur Hill High School, class of 1959. She was united in marriage with her loving husband, Ronald Thomas DeShone, on April 25, 1964. Together they raise three children. She was a loving and devoted...
John Joseph Glazier
Jul 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, John Joseph Glazier, who peacefully passed away on July 2, 2026, at the age of 77.
John was born on October 18, 1948, in Merrill, Michigan, to Henry and Delores (Dobson) Glazier. Throughout his life, he was known for his quiet strength, gentle...
Shirley A. Jesse
Jul 5, 2026
Shirley A. Jesse
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Meadows on McCarty, with her family at her side. Age 83 years.
The daughter of the late Dorothy (Allen) Eisenbach (Grover Pettit) and Nelson Bean, Shirley was born on September 14, 1942, in West Branch, Michigan. On March 9, 1968, Shirley married Glenn Ted Jesse...
Russell Lane Jones Sr.
Jul 3, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Russell Lane Jones Sr., age 82, of Saginaw, Michigan, who passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at Healthsource Saginaw. Russell was born on December 1, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Albert and Pearl Jones. Throughout his life, he was known as a devoted husband, loving father,...
John Phillip McRae
Jun 25, 2026
John Phillip McRae, born June 23, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a legacy of service, love, and devotion.
John proudly served his country in both the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps. During the Vietnam War, he served as a medic, caring for fellow service...
Thomas Ira Huell Jr.
Jun 16, 2026
Thomas Ira Huell, Jr.
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved father, son, brother, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Age 51 years.
The son of Sarah Denise (DelValle) Huell and the late Thomas Ira Huell, Sr, Tom was born on September 4, 1974, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was a proud graduate of Carrollton High School. He worked as a leadman at Niles...
John Donald Surffus
May 8, 2026
John Donald Surfus, 88, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, in Florida. Born on June 28, 1937, in Indiana, John lived a life defined not simply by the years on either side of his birth and death, but by the remarkable “dash” in between. Anyone who knew him understood that he truly embraced what Linda Ellis wrote about in...
Joseph Simon Santoya
Jul 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Joseph Simon Santoya
July 12, 1982 – July 4, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Joseph Simon Santoya, who left this world far too soon at the age of 43.
Joseph is lovingly survived by his devoted parents, Stella Reyna and David Santoya. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Grandpa Juan A....
Jon Eastman
Jun 28, 2026
Jon Eastman, a free-spirited nature lover and legendary orchardist, passed away on June 28, 2026, in Hemlock, Michigan, at the age of 79. He was born on August 24, 1946, in Alma, Michigan, to Doug and Betty Loomis Eastman of Merrill, Michigan, both of whom preceded him in death.
Jon graduated from Merrill High School in 1964, where he left his...
Sidney Anna Dawson
Jun 19, 2026
Sidney Anna Dawson passed away surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of service, leadership, compassion, and unwavering belief in the potential of others. Throughout her life, she dedicated herself to helping people succeed, whether they were students struggling to find their place, athletes striving to reach their goals, future teachers preparing for their careers, or...
Thomas Joseph Smith
May 6, 2026
Thomas Joseph Smith of St. Charles, Michigan
Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He was 91 years old. Thomas was born on June 15, 1934, in St. Charles, Michigan, to the late John Young and Mary F. (McCormick) Smith. On October 20, 1952,...
Marilyn Kay Fleming
Feb 16, 2026
Marilyn Kay (Darland) Fleming, of Merrill, Michigan, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Auburn, Michigan, at the age of 82.
She was born on July 4, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Bernard and Rose Marie Darland.
Marilyn graduated from Breckenridge High School and enjoyed a variety of occupations throughout her adult life.
She married the love of her life, Ronald Fleming, on...
Holly Lynn Hart
Jul 2, 2026
Holly Lynn Hart
Thomas Township, MI
Beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 2, 2026 at the age of 73.
In honor of Holly’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will not be a service.
Arrangements are entrusted to W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 4480 Mackinaw Rd, Saginaw, MI 48603. Please share your memories of...
Jane Marie Prast
Jun 29, 2026
Jane Marie Prast of Freeland, Michigan formerly of Hemlock
Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, Aunt, and Friend passed away peacefully on Monday, June 29, 2026, at Covenant Skilled Nursing & Rehab at Wellsprings. She was 91 years old. Jane Marie Badour was born on March 31, 1935, in Essexville, Michigan, to the late Fred and Irma (Voss) Badour. She attended St. John’s...
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