Obituaries

Ione Joy Brady

Ione Joy Brady

Dec 12, 2024

Ione Joy Brady

Hemlock, Michigan

 Passed away Thursday, December 12, 2024, at MediLodge of Midland. Age 86 years.

 The daughter of the late Florence (Cutting) and Melvin Y. Collver was born July 27, 1938, in Saginaw, Michigan. She married Alonzo Brady. He passed away July 28, 2003. She enjoyed antiques.

 Surviving are her brother, Theodore N. Collver Sr. and his wife, Phyllis; many nieces...

Ruth Ann Hilton

Ruth Ann Hilton

Dec 11, 2024

Ruth Ann Hilton (Tremblay)

Saginaw, Michigan

A devoted teacher and beloved family member, Ruth Ann Hilton (Tremblay) passed away on December 11, 2024, in Saginaw at the age of 84. Born on April 30, 1940 to the late Cyril and Vera Tremblay (Jones), Ruth Ann touched many lives throughout her personal endeavors.

A graduate of Central Michigan University, she dedicated her life to...

Karen Hartlep Metiva Sobkowiak

Karen Hartlep Metiva Sobkowiak

Dec 11, 2024

Our loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away at home surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. 

Karen was born on July 14, 1942, daughter of the late Edward and Ella (Dino) Hartlep, in Kochville. She married Alton E. Metiva on January 4, 1964. He predeceased her on August 17, 1969. On October 15, 1971, Karen married...

Barbara L. "Barb" Hogan

Barbara L. "Barb" Hogan

Dec 10, 2024

Barbara Louise “Barb” Hogan of Merrill, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Quincy Place Senior Living in Holland. She was 84 years old. Barbara Louise DeLaVergne was born on September 6, 1940, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Randall G. and Irene B. (Cushway)...

David Jay Parcell

David Jay Parcell

Dec 9, 2024

Beloved brother, brother-in-law, uncle, great uncle and friend, peacefully passed away on December 9th, 2024, at his home in Detroit, MI. David Jay Parcell, born on August 23rd, 1947, in Saginaw, MI, to the late Donald Jay & Mary Alice Parcell. David graduated from Saginaw High School in 1965 and continued his education and received his Bachelor's degree from Central...

Karen Louise Willett

Karen Louise Willett

Dec 9, 2024

Karen Willett of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend passed peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was 63 years old. Karen Meyers was born on September 25, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late William John and Edith Lorraine (Livingston) Meyers. She was a graduate of...

Janet Arlene (Burk) Barber

Janet Arlene (Burk) Barber

Dec 8, 2024

Janet Arlene(Burk) Barber, a loving mother and grandmother, passed away on December 8, 2024, at the age of 75 years, in Saginaw, where she was born on April 9, 1949. A graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Janet was known for her passion for creating cross stitch crafts, a hobby that reflected her caring nature.

She is survived by her son,...

Julian Luciano Gonzales Arroyo

Julian Luciano Gonzales Arroyo

Dec 7, 2024

Julian Luciano Gonzales Arroyo Our precious son, brother, and grandson, Julian Luciano Gonzales Arroyo, went to be with his Lord and Savior suddenly on December 7th, 2024. He was 33 years old. Julian was raised in church & was a member of his father Dr. Julian & Ava Gonzales congregation at Greater Dimensions, most recently, attending Bible School.  

Julian was...

Judith K. "Judy" Henning

Judith K. "Judy" Henning

Dec 7, 2024

Judith K. “Judy” Henning of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and best friend passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was 83 years old.

The daughter of the late Russell G. and Stella P. (Anderson) Marker was born on April 9, 1941. Judy was a proud 1959...

Herbert "Herb" Ernest Volz

Herbert "Herb" Ernest Volz

Dec 5, 2024

Herbert Ernest Volz Jr.

March 26, 1941 – December 4, 2024Phoenix, AZ formerly of Brant, MI

Herbert Ernest Volz Jr., lovingly known as “Herb” or “Herbie,” passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona, with his devoted wife, Ruthann, by his side. Born on March 26, 1941, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Herbert Sr. and Lena Volz, Herb lived...

Joanne Margery Haiderer

Joanne Margery Haiderer

Dec 5, 2024

Joanne Margery (Dunn) Haiderer

Saginaw, Michigan

Passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at her home in Wellspring Independent Living in Saginaw.

She was born January 31, 1924, the daughter of the late James and Selma Dunn and lived for 100 years in Saginaw Township. Joanne was a part of the greatest generation that experienced challenges including the Great Depression and World Wars...

Ethel E. McTaggart

Ethel E. McTaggart

Dec 5, 2024

Passed away on December 05, 2024 at the age of 99 years. Ethel was born on October 21, 1925 in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Arthur and Edna (Steinbauer) Main. She worked as a Switchboard Operator and Receptionist at St. Mary's Hospital for 21 years. Ethel loved flowers and was often referred to as the "lady with the flower in...

Patricia Ann "Pat" O'Brien

Patricia Ann "Pat" O'Brien

Dec 4, 2024

Patricia Ann “Pat” O’Brien of Saginaw, Michigan

Our beloved friend went home to be with the Lord following a lengthy illness on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Edgewood Assisted Living. She was 91 years old. Patricia Ann O’Brien was born on February 20, 1933, in Toledo, Ohio, to the late James and Irene (Navarre) O’Brien. Following the death of her parents,...

Kathy Marie Walton

Kathy Marie Walton

Dec 3, 2024

Kathy Marie Walton

Saginaw, Michigan

A cherished soul known for her loving and caring nature, Kathy Marie Walton passed away peacefully on December 3 2024, in Saginaw, Michigan. Born on April 6, 1950 to the late Frank and Jane Walton (Johnson), she lived a life that touched the hearts of many.

A proud graduate of Douglas MacArthur High School, Kathy's passion for life...

Jean A. McDonald

Jean A. McDonald

Dec 2, 2024

Jean A. McDonald, age 85, of Bloomfield Township, Michigan, passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024. 

Jean was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on March 14, 1939, the daughter of the late Russell and Edith (Merlone) Fournier. She was a graduate of Saginaw High School, class of 1957. Jean married Dale C. McDonald on October 4, 1958. Dale preceded her in death...

Jerry (93) and Beverly (87) Schmolitz

Jerry (93) and Beverly (87) Schmolitz

Dec 1, 2024

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather passed away on December 1, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper, with his family at his side. At the proud age of 93 years, 8 months, and 7 days. The son of the late Bert and Louella (Ronan) Schmolitz, Jerry James Schmolitz was born on March 23, 1931, in Saginaw, Michigan. 

Beloved mother, grandmother,...

Richard Thomas Whelton

Richard Thomas Whelton

Dec 1, 2024

Passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Wellspring Lutheran Services. Age 93 years.

Richard was born on March 23, 1931, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Thomas and Louise (Pretzer) Whelton. He was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School. Richard married the love of his life, Carol Jean Yancer on February 28, 1953. He knew from the first time he...

Gerard James Poyer

Gerard James Poyer

Dec 1, 2024

Gerard James Poyer, age 69, of St. Charles, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Gerard was born on February 26, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Thomas Poyer and Rita (Lamere) Poyer. 

Gerard graduated from Arthur Hill High School, where he laid the foundation for a future marked by hard work. He dedicated over 30 years of his...

Timothy Allen Linhart

Timothy Allen Linhart

Nov 30, 2024

Timothy Allen Linhart, age 54, of Hemlock, Michigan, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 30, 2024. 

Tim was born in Lansing, Michigan, on December 28, 1969. He graduated from Hemlock High School in 1987. Throughout his life, he worked as a roofer in the construction industry. He liked motorcycles and loved spending time riding his Harley Davidson. Most of...

Joy Opal Francis

Joy Opal Francis

Nov 29, 2024

Passed away on November 29, 2024, at Hampton Manor, Merrill, Michigan where she resided for a short time. Joy was just shy, of reaching the goal of 100, that her great grandsons had set for their Gramma. Joy was born March 22, 1925, in Williamsport, Indiana to the late Kenneth and Midred (Marshall) Schafer. She was married to John D....