Obituaries
Randall "Randy" Robert Wheatley
Jan 11, 2026
Randall “Randy” Robert Wheatley
Beaverton, Michigan
Beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland, with his family at his side. Age 76 years.
The son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Charrey) Wheatley, Randy was born on May 24, 1949, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School. Randy then continued his...
Robert Lee Tappen Jr.
Jan 9, 2025
Robert Lee Tappen, Jr. of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved father, son, and friend passed away at home with his mother by his side on Friday, January 9, 2026. He was 51 years old. Robert Lee Tappen, Jr. was born on February 12, 1974, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Robert Lee Sr. and Cherie (Bradd) Tappen. He was greatly loved and will forever be...
Johnny Amaro
Jan 10, 2026
Johnny Amaro of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved husband, father and papa passed away surrounded by his family on January 10, 2026 at the age of 65 years. Johnny was born on November 18, 1960 in West Palm Beach, FL. He retired in 2012 from Bierlein Construction after many years of service. He married Alicia Barsenas on August 5, 1995; she survives him....
James "Jim" Robert Brown
Jan 6, 2026
James “Jim” Robert Brown
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved father and grandfather passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Wellspring Lutheran Services Frankenmuth Campus, with his family at his side. Age 81 years.
The son of the late Wilson C. and Evelyn C. (Noyes) Brown, James was born on July 11, 1944, in Saginaw, Michigan. James married the love of his life, Shirley Jean...
David "Dave" Michael Doby
Jan 8, 2026
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 8, 2026, at the age of 73.
The son of the late Edmund Doby and Rose (Gamolka) Doby, Dave was born on October 6, 1952, in Detroit. He graduated from Stevenson High School in Livonia, Michigan, in 1970. He later earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from...
Serenity Sage Rembert
Jan 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we honor and say goodbye to our angel. Serenity Sage Rembert went to heaven on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the age of 3 months. Serenity was born October 5, 2025, at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of Ishmael Rembert and Stephanie Velez. Despite being so young, Serenity already loved watching Blues...
Kyle K. Roach
Dec 9, 2025
Kyle K. Roach
Bay City, Michigan
Kyle passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Covenant Medical Center at the age of 62 years. Kyle was born on April 28, 1963, in Bay City, Michigan, the son of the late William and Maxine (Lukowski) Roach.
He worked as a sales rep for Iwen Tool for the last 29 years. Kyle also had...
Linda S. Elliott
Jan 10, 2026
Linda S. Elliott of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved wife and mother passed away quietly at her home on Saturday, January 10, 2026. She was 75 years old. Linda S. Watson was born on April 4, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Melvin G. Watson and Sophie Smela. She was a proud 1968 graduate of Saginaw High School. Following graduation, she began...
Johnny Amaro
Jan 10, 2026
Beloved husband, father and papa passed away surrounded by his family on January 10, 2026 at the age of 65 years
Johnny was born on November 18, 1960 in West Palm Beach, FL. He retired in 2012 from Bierlein Construction after many years of service. He married Alicia Barsenas on August 5, 1995; she survives him. Johnny was a member of...
Philip Kolinski
Jan 6, 2026
On January 6, 2026, at the age of 91, Philip Kolinski peacefully completed his earthly journey and stepped into eternal rest. Born on May 24, 1934, in Gladwin, Michigan, to Frank and Mary (Kuchta) Kolinski, Philip grew into a man whose life was shaped by love, loyalty, and simple joys. In 1965, he married his dearest friend and lifelong companion,...
Reginald "Reg" Dale Rye
Jan 6, 2026
Reginald Dale Rye, 86, died peacefully in the early hours of January 6th with his beloved wife, Ruth Anne, by his side. Reg was born on June 24, 1939, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Clarence (Hank) and Marion (Carr) Rye. He grew up in Pickford, Michigan, along with his siblings Margaret, Dean and Sharyn. In high school, he was...
Leon James Strong
Jan 5, 2026
Leon James Strong, a cherished member of his community and a devoted family man, passed away on January 5, 2026, at the age of 88. Leon was born on March 3, 1937, in Wheeler, Michigan, the son of the late Orlin James Strong and Beatrice Eileen (Swarthout) Strong. Leon led a life characterized by hard work, deep family ties, and...
Robert L. Elisech
Jan 4, 2026
Robert L. Elisech, Spaulding Township, passed away on January 4, 2026 at his home at the age of 79 years. The son of the late Michael and Frances (Siminski) Elisech was born October 28, 1946, in Saginaw. Rob married Catherine Sue Doyle on November 9, 1974; she predeceased him on January 24, 2018. He retired from Utility Contracting Company in...
Sharon Kay Stadler
Jan 3, 2026
Sharon Kay Stadler, age 74, of Merrill, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026. Sharon was born on March 6, 1951, the daughter of the late Fred and Mabel (Tinglan) Gohsman.
Sharon received her early education at Vassar High School, graduating with the class of 1969. She went on to Central Michigan University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in...
Marilyn M. Campbell
Jan 3, 2026
Marilyn M. Campbell, age 87, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on January 3, 2026. Marilyn was born on June 6, 1938, to the late Richmond Miller and Margaret (Whyte) Miller.
Marilyn was a proud graduate of TL Handy High School, class of 1956, laying the foundation for her commitment to education. She continued her studies at Bay City Junior College before...
MaryLou Stephens
Jan 3, 2026
MaryLou (Keene) Stephens was born on November 30, 1934 in Saginaw, MI to Walter and Robina (Thompson) Keene. She was the youngest of seven children. MaryLou married Elmer Stephens on November 29, 1953.
MaryLou worked as a dietician for the Salvation Army day care for 21 years. She retired in 1994 to care full-time for her husband.
MaryLou looked forward to spending...
Irene M. Veremis
Jan 2, 2026
Irene M. Veremis, a beloved member of her community, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 92. She was born on April 9, 1933, in Potidania, Greece, to the late Constantine and Constantina (Stavrakis) Makriannis.
She was married to Thomas Veremis on March 1, 1958, in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada; he survives her.
She dedicated a significant part of her...
Brenda Lee Jacques
Jan 1, 2026
Brenda Lee Jacques, 66, passed away on January 1, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1959, in Saginaw, MI, to Robert and Shirley (Sutton) Burtch.
Brenda found joy in life’s simple pleasures. A quiet afternoon with a Nora Roberts or Danielle Steel novel was one of her favorite escapes. She loved bird watching—especially when cardinals visited—and had a special fondness...
Marian Lucille (Leuenberger) Kasper
Jan 1, 2026
Marian Lucille (Leuenberger) Kasper of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was 98 years young. Marian Lucille Leuenberger was born on March 26, 1927, in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Frieda (Krenz) Leuenberger. She was a lifelong resident of Saginaw and graduated from Arthur Hill...
Kenneth Allen Oswald
Dec 31, 2025
Kenneth Allen Oswald, age 97, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Kenneth was born on April 15, 1928, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Fred and Lena (Bollinger) Oswald. Kenneth graduated from Arthur Hill Tech in 1945, he immediately embarked on a path of craftsmanship, skillfully honing his abilities as an electrician. Kenneth served honorably in the United...
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