Obituaries
Diane Kay Baase
Sep 3, 2025
Clio, Michigan
Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at her home, with her family at her side. Age 56 years.
The daughter of the late Franklin Sr and Donna (Boucher) Baase, Diane was born on May 22, 1969, in Saginaw, Michigan, and grew up in Burt. She attended Baker College. Diane married Brian Franklin, on August...
Geraldine "Gerry" M. House
Sep 3, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother was called home to be with the Lord on September 3, 2025 at the age of 95. Gerry was born August 2, 1930, in Saginaw to the late Joseph A. and Margueritte (Lauckner) Franz. She married Ray E. House on September 27, 1952, who predeceased her in 2015. They met at the Golden...
Jeffrey Patrick Rombach
Sep 2, 2025
Jeffrey Patrick Rombach, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on September 2, 2025, at the age of 73. Jeffrey was born on October 10, 1951, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Joseph Hugh Rombach and Virginia Ann (Smith) Rombach.
After completing his education at St. Stephens High School, where he graduated in the Class of 1969, Jeff pursued...
Robert L. Wetherbee
Sep 2, 2025
Passed away on September 02, 2025, at the age of 80 years. Robert was born on May 26, 1945, in Adrian, MI to the late Ray and Virginia (Gary) Wetherbee.
After leaving Adrian as a young adult to start work in Midland, Dad spent a shocking amount of time riding his motorcycle across the country. Very shortly after marrying mom dad's...
Cyrille "Cy" Eugene Valliere
Sep 1, 2025
Cyrille “Cy” E. Valliere of Breckenridge, Michigan
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away at his home with his family by his side on Sunday, September 1, 2025, on his 58th anniversary. He was 80 years old. Cyrille Eugene Valliere was born on July 22, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Cyrille Earl and Kathryn June...
Charles William Smith
Sep 1, 2025
Passed away September 1, 2025 at the age of 91 years.
Charles married Doris Jean Loudenslager, she predeceased him in 2013. Charles is survived by his children: Janet (Richard) Luplow, Charles (Kelly) Smith and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. He was also predeceased his daughter and son-in-law Linda (Robert) Hitsman.
Private burial services for Charles have taken place. Arrangements entrusted to...
Robert Lawrence Burt
Aug 30, 2025
Robert “Bob” Lawrence Burt, age 64, of Wheeler, Michigan, passed away on August 30, 2025, and went home to be with his Heavenly Father.
Bob was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on February 8, 1961, to the late George Lawrence Burt and Janet Elaine (Tester) Burt.
He was a man of many talents, known for his exceptional skills as a mechanic who had...
Linwood Gissendanner
Aug 29, 2025
Linwood Gissendanner, a beloved father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Independence Village in Saginaw.
Linwood was born on October 16, 1936, in Ozark, Alabama to Roy Gissendanner and Plessie (Matthews) Gissendanner. He was a proud graduate of Saginaw High School, he carried the values of diligence and integrity throughout his life, traits that endeared...
Florence Barbara Novak
Aug 28, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the age of 100 years.
Florence was born on October 1, 1924, daughter of the late Jack and Rose (Schultz) Blacker, in Manistee, Michigan. She married Raymond Novak on November 15, 1946 and moved to Saginaw shortly after. Florence had been a longtime member of...
Denise Marie Miller
Aug 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Denise Marie Miller (Brogger) who left this world peacefully on August 28th, 2025 at the age of 80.
Denise, Born on October 27th, 1944 was a woman of warmth, creativity, and grace. She found beauty in the simple joys of life—spending summer days...
Nancy Kay (Doyle) Frost
Aug 28, 2025
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at Covenant HealthCare – Harrison, with her family at her side. Age 79 years.
The daughter of the late Herbert and Anna (Brendley) Engelhardt, Nancy was born on June 18, 1946, in New Jersey. She married Daniel W. Doyle Sr, on June 8, 1963. He preceded her in...
Sharon Lee Verzinski
Aug 27, 2025
Sharon Lee Verzinski, born on July 27, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA, passed away in Saginaw, MI on August 27, 2025, with her children by her side. She was a loving wife to the late Floyd “Tut” Verzinski, whom she married on June 26, 1965. Together, they built a beautiful family and shared many cherished memories. Sharon was a loving and...
Harold "Butch" James Boehler
Aug 27, 2025
Harold "Butch" James Boehler Sr. passed away on August 27, 2025, following a lengthy battle with cancer, leaving a legacy filled with love, friendship, and tradition.
He was born on January 21, 1944, to the late Herman and Rose (Kretz) Boehler. Harold graduated from Arthur Hill Tech and worked as a pattern maker for 45 years and co-owned Saginaw Pattern &...
Freda "Didi" Capistrano Hewitt-Dalton
Aug 26, 2025
Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on August 26, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center at the age of 82 years. Didi was born on June 19, 1943, in Salay Misamis Oriental Philippines to the late Ma. Beeching Mo Capistrano and Conrado Salvaña Capistrano Sr. Didi moved to the United States in her early 20s with her sister,...
Gloria Jean Leszinske
Aug 26, 2025
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandma, and great-grandma went home to be with her heavenly Father on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at her home, with her family at her side. Age 79 years.
The daughter of the late Earl and Marguerite (Gordier) Gaudette, Jean was born on July 30, 1946, in Onaway, Michigan. She married Thomas E. Leszinske Sr, and they shared thirty-three...
Henry Mariano Derige
Aug 25, 2025
Henry Mariano Derige, beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on August 25, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on March 10, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, he was the cherished son of Dolores (Zamora) Derige and Mariano Derige.
Henry was a proud graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1968, and went on to earn his degree from Michigan...
David Frederick Howard Sr.
Aug 25, 2025
Midland, Michigan
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Age 73 years.
Born in 1951, David lived a life defined by service, devotion, and kindness. A proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, he carried the values of duty, perseverance, and honor with him throughout his life. David had a...
Gail Ann Surdock
Aug 25, 2025
Passed away on August 25, 2025, at the age of 77 years.
Gail was born on June 9, 1948, to the late Walter and Evelyn (Bromfield) Kackmeister. A graduate of Arthur Hill High School, Gail completed her high school education in the class of 1966. She then pursued further studies at Delta College, earning an associate degree in business. She married...
Charles “Charlie” D. Stevens
Aug 23, 2025
Passed away on August 23, 2025, at HealthSource Saginaw at the age of 75 years. Charlie was born on September 01, 1949, in Saginaw, MI to the late Charles and Mary (Teplinski) Stevens. He graduated from Arthur Hill, class of 1967. Charlie continued his education at the University of Michigan, graduating in 1972 with a Bachelor's Degree in Aeronautical Engineering....
Karen Lynn (Fischer) McQuiston
Aug 21, 2025
August 11, 1948 – August 21, 2025
Karen Lynn (Fischer) McQuiston, 77, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, just ten days after celebrating her 77th birthday. Born and raised on Fischer Farms in Thomas Township, Michigan, she was the beloved daughter of Edwin and Beatrice (Arman) Fischer.
Karen devoted her early years to raising her family as a stay-at-home mother before...
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