Obituaries

Dec 9, 2020

Jacqueline Kathryn Fischer Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at New Hope Bay Assisted Living. Age 89 years. The daughter of the late Elizabeth (McDonaugh) and Melvin Schomaker was born March 24, 1931 in Saginaw, Michigan. She married Robert Otto Fischer, July 12, 1952. They shared 67 happy years of marriage. Robert passed away November 22, 2019. Jacqueline...

Dec 9, 2020

Andrew “Andy” David Robertson of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at Bickford Assisted Living. He was 87 years old. Andrew David Robert was born on February 6, 1933, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Andrew and Leah (Dubay) Robertson. He was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School. Andy...

Dec 8, 2020

Joseph Edward Kaufmann of Hemlock, Michigan Born November 18, 1946, the only son of Edward and Isabell Kaufmann, he was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many. To cherish his memory he leaves his wife, Joy; his four children and their families: Jamie and Brenda Kaufmann, Jennifer and Kevin Keenan J.D., and Sheri Kaufmann, Joe and Michele...

Dec 8, 2020

Passed away on December 8, 2020, peacefully with her son by her side at age 90. She was born June 5,1930 to Goldie and Emil Colpean and was named the most beautiful baby in Saginaw County of 1930. At a young age, Donna contracted polio. She was very proud to be a survivor. Donna was raised by Charles and Edna...

Dec 7, 2020

Theresa Sue Crevia Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Monday, December 7, 2020, at Covenant-Cooper. Age 79 years. The daughter of the late Gladys (Erway) and Howard Crevia was born November 13, 1941 in Saginaw, Michigan. She was employed by Transcon for 20 years. She was also a freelance writer, having many greeting cards published and providing lines for Cartoonists. She enjoyed...

Dec 7, 2020

Edwin “Ed” C. Matzke Of Saginaw, MI Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother passed on December 7, 2020, at his home. Age 81 years. Ed was born on July 11, 1939 to the late Edwin and Katheren (Strunk) Matzke in Saginaw. He was a proud graduate of Arthur Hill High School in 1957. Ed married the love of his...

Dec 6, 2020

Helen Marie (Stevens) Gonzalez of Bridgeport, Michigan Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, December 6, 2020, at Hancock Regional Hospital in Greenfield, Indiana. She was 71 years old. Helen Marie Stevens was born on May 15, 1949, in Saginaw, Michigan, the 9th of 10 children to the late...

Dec 6, 2020

Pauline passed away on Sunday, December 06, 2020 at Covenant Medical Center at the age of 67 years. The daughter of Mitchell and Betty (Riethmeier) Doyle was born on May 12, 1953 in Saginaw. On December 7, 1984 she married Ricky Saenz, he survives her. Pauline loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She raised so many children...

Dec 6, 2020

Paul was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2020 at the age of 69. Born on July 7, 1951 in Saginaw, MI he was the son of the late Clarence and Norma Haiderer. He graduated from Buena Vista High School in 1969. Paul married Kathleen on August 24, 1974 and...

Dec 5, 2020

Our loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020. Age 84 years. Donald was born on June 5, 1936. Son of the late Harold and Helen (Gaertner) Reimer, in Saginaw. He married Nancy Tesauro on September 3, 1955. She survives him. Donald was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hemlock. He retired from Reimers...

Dec 4, 2020

Jack Melvin Netzley, 90, of Saginaw, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 4, 2020. Born December 1929 in Coe Township, Isabella County, Michigan, he was the second son of Ray E. Netzley and Bernice Sharrar. He grew up on the family farm near Pleasant Valley, Midland County, Michigan. He graduated in 1948 from St. Louis High School, St. Louis, Gratiot...

Dec 4, 2020

Viola Marie Smigiel Bridgeport, Michigan Passed away Friday, December 4, 2020, at her home. Age 74 years. The daughter of the late Clara (Rose) and Arthur O’Dell was born August 29, 1946 in Bridgeport, Michigan where she was a lifelong resident. She was a Licensed Practical Nurse working in several area hospitals but for more than 30 years at St....

Dec 4, 2020

Dec 3, 2020

Loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Carol (Reed) Wesling of Freeland, Michigan, age 66 was met by her husband and together, walking hand-in-hand, met her loving Lord and Savior on December 3, 2020.

Carol was born on June 27, 1954 in Mount Clemens, Michigan, the daughter of the late Wayne and Shirley (Caves) Reed. She graduated from Mount Clemens...

Dec 3, 2020

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Sally J. (Wacker) Maine, loving wife, step mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt and friend. Sally was called home to her Lord and Savior on December 3rd, 2020. Sally was age 90, born on July 9th, 1930 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Albert J. and Pearl (Barkholz) Wacker and was raised in...

Dec 3, 2020

Albert (Al) G. Harris, 81, passed away Dec. 3, 2020. He was born on Jan. 12, 1939 in Saginaw, MI, one of four children of the late James and Bessie (Bender) Harris. A dedicated husband, father and grandfather, Al is survived by his daughter Rebecca and her family: Tim Burns (husband), Luke and Mackenzie Burns (grand children). He is preceded...

Dec 2, 2020

Robert H. Jones Saginaw Township Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020, with his loving family by his side at New Hope Valley at the age of 79 years. Robert was born May 28, 1941 in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of the late Harold A. and Alta (Schuknecht) Jones. Robert married Patricia A. “Patsy”...

Dec 2, 2020

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the age of 78 years. The son of the late Jesus and Francisca (Almaguer) Alaniz was born on December 5, 1941 in Harlingen, Texas. Louis married Josephine Ruiz on April 18, 1976; she survives him. He was a member of Harvest Assembly...

Dec 2, 2020

Audrey Louise Jeschke of Hemlock, Michigan Beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. She was 85 years old. Audrey Lousie Burwitz was born on February 19, 1935, in Monroe, Michigan, to the late Harold and Clara (Sachs) Burwitz. She was a proud graduate of Michigan Lutheran Seminary. Following graduation, Audrey...

Dec 1, 2020

Beloved brother, uncle and friend passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at the age of 67 years. The son of the late William F. and Clara R. (Gaertner) Richey was born on June 11, 1953 in Saginaw. He graduated from Bridgeport High School and later Central Michigan University. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Robert enjoyed...