Obituaries

Kathleen Sue Hartman

Kathleen Sue Hartman

Jul 19, 2025

Kathleen Sue Hartman, age 80, of Freeland, Michigan, died on Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Kathleen was born in Saginaw, Michigan on November 4, 1944, to Joseph Emil Vogt and Sadie (Newvine) Vogt.

She enjoyed traveling and visiting places such as Graceland and Gettysburg. She also enjoyed spending time in her garden and playing bingo.

Kathleen is survived by her son Todd Hartman; and...

Gerald Dale Pretzer

Gerald Dale Pretzer

Jul 18, 2025

Gerald Dale Pretzer of Brant, Michigan

Beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare – Cooper. He was 89 years old. Gerald Dale Pretzer was born on August 23, 1935, in Hemlock, Michigan, to the late Walter and Violet (Kreger) Pretzer. He attended Hemlock schools and...

Ernest William Dammann "Ernie"

Ernest William Dammann "Ernie"

Jul 17, 2025

Our loving father and grandfather passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Age 90 years.

Ernest was born on June 14, 1935, son of the late Ernest and Alma (Wedding) Dammann, in Zilwaukee and lived throughout the Great Lakes Bay area. Ernest married the love of his life, Beverly Bohn on May 12, 1956. She predeceased him on June 25,...

Sandra C. Lammy

Sandra C. Lammy

Jul 15, 2025

Sandra C. Lammy

Flint, Michigan

Sandra passed away on Tuesday July 15, 2025, at the age of 85 years. She was born on August 20, 1939, in Flint Michigan the daughter of the late Alger and Evelyn (Strauer) Lammy

Sandra went to Mott Community College and Wayne State University BSN, the University of Michigan MPH.

Sandra started the first home health care agency, Bay...

Carole Jean Krzciok

Carole Jean Krzciok

Jul 15, 2025

Carole Jean Krzciok, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025, at Hampton Manor in Merrill, Michigan. Born on June 22, 1940, in Merrill, Carole's life was a testament to love, resilience, and nurturing spirit.

Carole was a devoted mother to her four children, Kelly (Suzanne) Krzciok, Jeanne (Robert) McCoy, Dale Krzciok, and Tracy Krzciok; grandchildren, Austin Krzciok, Brandon and...

Thomas Daniel Renner

Thomas Daniel Renner

Jul 14, 2025

Thomas Daniel Renner Birch Run, Michigan Loving husband, wonderful father, grandfather and great-grandfather, brother, and friend—Tom Renner passed away on July 14, 2025, at his home at the age of 79. He was born on July 3, 1946, in Flint, MI, to the late Ethel (Rye) Renner and Roy (Geraldine) Renner. On August 5, 1967, in Fosters, MI, he married...

Emory E. Emery

Emory E. Emery

Jul 13, 2025

Emory E. Emery of Merrill, Michigan, age 81, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw, surrounded by his family. On April 2, 1944, the late Theodore J. and Beatrice A. (Wale) Emery, welcomed their son, Emory E. Emery into the world and he enjoyed sharing the countless various reactions he has encountered with his...

Fred Rose, Jr.

Fred Rose, Jr.

Jul 12, 2025

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Covenant Health Care – Harrison, with his family at his side. Age 79 years.

The son of the late Frederick and Irma (Walters) Rose, Fred was born on July 29, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Saginaw High School, with the class of 1963. Fred served in...

Fredrick "Fred" William Housner

Fredrick "Fred" William Housner

Jul 11, 2025

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend went peacefully to be with the Lord on Friday, July 11, 2025, at his home, at the age of 96 years.

Born on April 29. 1929 in Bridgeport Township, MI to the late Artlett (Wright) and William F. Housner, Fred would be a life-long resident of his hometown. He graduated from Arthur...

Peter "Pete" J. Mureiko

Peter "Pete" J. Mureiko

Jul 10, 2025

Peter “Pete” J. Mureiko of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather went home to be with the Lord, with his family by his side on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Great Lakes Rehab Center in Saginaw. He was 84 years old. Peter J. Mureiko was born on the family farm on May 3, 1941, in Chesaning, Michigan, to the late...

Sally Jane Baldauf

Sally Jane Baldauf

Jul 7, 2025

Our dear sister, aunt, friend, and neighbor, Sally Baldauf, passed away at her home on July 7, just days after celebrating her 77th birthday on the Fourth of July.

Sally was the third daughter of Donald and Anna (Kapusto) Baldauf. She was raised on a 100-acre dairy farm, where she shared a close bond with her family and developed a deep...

David Jay Stellard

David Jay Stellard

Jul 7, 2025

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother passed away, on Monday, July 7, 2025, at his home, with his family at his side, after a prolonged health battle. Age 66 years.

The son of Alice Marie (Baumer) Collier and the late Gerald William Stellard, David was born on March 25, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Bullock Creek High...

Robert G. Minard

Robert G. Minard

Jul 6, 2025

Our loving husband, son and brother passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025. Age 69 years.

Robert was born on April 30, 1956, son of James and the late Vida (Burt) Minard, in Saginaw. He married Debra K. Husen on October 18, 1980. Robert earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgical Engineering from Michigan Technical University. He retired from Delphi after...

Albert "Al" David Snow

Albert "Al" David Snow

Jul 6, 2025

Albert “Al” D. Snow of Hemlock, Michigan

Beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Sunday, July 6, 2025, following a lengthy illness. He was born on December 4, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Bert W. and Irene M. (Brethauer) Snow. Al lived most of his childhood in Hemlock, Michigan....

Nicholas Edward Shields

Nicholas Edward Shields

Jul 6, 2025

Nicholas E. Shields, age 85, of Hemlock, Michigan, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on August 4, 1939, to the late Edward Nicholas Shields and Flossie (Ludlum) Shields.

Nick graduated from Arthur Hill Trade School and St. Andrew Catholic School. He served country in the United States...

Cheryl "Sherry" Ann Becker

Cheryl "Sherry" Ann Becker

Jul 4, 2025

Cheryl “Sherry” Becker, age 70, of Wheeler, Michigan, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. She was born on April 20, 1955, to her parents, George and Lillian Marie (Shaw) Redburn.

Cheryl was such a goofy, stubborn, kind, loving and thoughtful person who will be remembered for her lively spirit. She had an infectious attitude, could make anyone laugh, and communicate...

Walter Carl Fehn Jr.

Walter Carl Fehn Jr.

Jul 3, 2025

Walter Carl Fehn Jr., age 81, of Hemlock, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025.

Walter was born in Saginaw, Michigan on May 5, 1944, to the late Walter Carl Fehn Sr. and Betty Ione (Brush) Fehn. He graduated from Hemlock High School class of 1962. Working on the farm was his first love. He co-founded and co-owned Video Showcase...

Jeffery James Earle

Jeffery James Earle

Jul 3, 2025

Jeffery “Jay” James Earle of Bridgeport, Michigan

Beloved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. He was 40 years old. Jeffery James Earle was born on August 27, 1984, in Saginaw, Michigan to Michael James and the late Atlee G. (Gray) Earle. He was a 2004 graduate of...

Sue "Sumiko" F. Simon

Sue "Sumiko" F. Simon

Jul 2, 2025

Passed away on July 02, 2025, at Huron Woods Nursing Center at the age of 95 years. Sue was born on November 15, 1929, in Kagoshima, Japan, the daughter of Hideyoshi and Shigeko Fuku. Sue married the love of her life Ronald J. Simon on October 28, 1955, in Tokyo, Japan. He preceded her in death on January 26, 2014....

Robert "Slick" Carl Peavey Sr.

Robert "Slick" Carl Peavey Sr.

Jul 2, 2025

Robert “Slick” Carl Peavey Sr.Gladwin, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at My Michigan Medical Center Saginaw, with his family at his side. Age 75 years.

The son of the late Kenneth and Ruby (DeMont) Peavey, Robert was born on May 5, 1950, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He married Kathleen “Kathy” Rena Kingry, on June...