Obituaries
Richard M. Drinan
Jan 15, 2016
Dick passed away peacefully Friday, January 15, 2016, at Cartwright Hospice at 79 years of age. He was born on June 15, 1936, to Francis and Helen (Barrett) Drinan in Saginaw where he lived his whole life. Survived by his brothers Francis Drinan and James Drinan; daughters Lori Drinan, Lisa Cozzolino; step daughters Pam Coates, Kathy (Paul) Luther, and Sandy...
Kris F. Cutting
Jan 14, 2016
Cutting, Kris Saginaw, Michigan Passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2016, at Covenant Healthcare-Cooper, age 47 years. Kris was born on September 7, 1968, son of the late Frank and Adeline (Pierce) Cutting, in Saginaw. He was very artistic and enjoyed drawing. He had a passion for movies, collectables and was excited to see the new Star Wars movie. Kris...
Juanita Godina
Jan 14, 2016
Godina, Juanita Saginaw, Michigan Passed away quietly in her home, Thursday, January 14, 2016. Age 96 years. Juana Alcalan was born October 20, 1919 in Guanajuato, Mexico, immigrating to the United States at age 7 years with her grandparents. She married Ignacio Godina in 1939 in Lockhart Texas. He predeceased her. She was a lifelong member of the Church of...
Randy Dean Voelker
Jan 14, 2016
Voelker, Randy Dean Saginaw, Michigan Passed away suddenly Thursday, January 14, 2016, at his home, at the age of 61 years. Randy was born May 4, 1954, in Saginaw, the son of the late Harold William and Charlotte Harriet (James) Voelker. He retired from General Motors Saginaw Steering Gear after 33 years of service. He enjoyed the outdoors, spending time...
Esther Leese
Jan 13, 2016
Leese, Esther Saginaw, Michigan Loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Centre at the age of 95 years. The daughter of the late John and Katherine (Ryle) Burback was born on October 7, 1920 in Bayard, Nebraska. She married Roy Leese on November 24, 1942; he predeceased him April...
William E. Beyer
Jan 12, 2016
William E. Beyer Hemlock, Michigan Passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at St. Mary's of Michigan at the age of 89. William was born November 16, 1926, in Hemlock to the late Clement and Rose (Baker) Beyer. He married Evelyn Sloboda on June 9, 1951; she predeceased him on May 30, 1985. He engaged in farming his whole life. He...
Lucille Lutz
Jan 12, 2016
Lutz, Lucille Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at Heartland Health Care, Bridgeport. Age 77 years. Lucille was born February 1, 1938 in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of the late William and Leona (Praay) Belill. She was a member of St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church, Court and Bond Sts. Surviving are her children, Debbie A. (Bob) Calaway; Karen...
Claudia B. Maher
Jan 12, 2016
Claudia B. Maher Saginaw, MI Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away January 12, 2016 at the James E. Cartwright Hospice Residence at the age of 69 years. The daughter of the late Claude Murray Jr. and Ida Jean (Kutch) Murray, Claudia was born on June 15, 1946 in Fallon, NV. She graduated from Lincoln Park HS (MI)...
Fern Jones Van Wagoner
Jan 12, 2016
Van Wagoner, Fern Soper Jones Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at New Hope Valley Assisted Living in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 101 years. Fern was born September 17, 1914, in Hale, Michigan, the daughter of the late William and Iva (Ehmcke) Soper. Fern graduated Arthur Hill High School in 1933 and worked as a secretary at Sears Roebuck...
Alan W. Zolinski
Jan 12, 2016
Zolinski, Alan W. Saginaw Township Passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at St. Mary's of Michigan. Age 68 years. Al was born December 28, 1947 in Saginaw, the son of the late John and Mary (Holsworth) Zolinski. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of American Legion Post #22 and V.F.W. Post #1566. He retired from General...
Isaac Hudson
Jan 11, 2016
Isaac Hudson Passed away Monday, January 11, 2016, at the age of 67 years. Isaac was born February 14, 1948, in Bishopville, SC to the late James and Aline (Boone) Hudson. He loved being around family and making them laugh. He is survived by his brothers, Robert (Bobbie Jean) Hudson and Phillip Hudson; cousin Loretta; and many nieces, nephews, and...
Marion Ruth Nichols
Jan 10, 2016
Marion Ruth Nichols Saginaw, Michigan, Passed away peacefully Sunday, January 10, 2016, following a long and happy life. Marion was born January 2, 1929. The daughter of the late Bethel M. and Lizzie (Region) Voss. She married Charles "Bill" Nichols he predeceased her in 1971. She was a life-long member of the Church of Christ. She was employed for over...
Margaret Bethel Monk
Jan 10, 2016
Margaret Bethel Monk St. Louis, Michigan Very loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend went to be with the Lord, Sunday, January 10, 2016, surrounded by her family. Age 96 years. The daughter of the late Orville and Myrtle Mae (Washburn) Barnett was born July 23, 1919 in Ralph, Michigan. She married George Monk, December 3, 1938. He passed away August...
Brian S. Becker
Jan 9, 2016
Brian S. Becker Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Saturday, January 9, 2016, at the age of 42. Brian was born November 6, 1973, in Saginaw. He attended Bridgeport High School. He loved his job at Tony's in Birch Run where he worked for 24 years. He was proud of the BBQ Bacon Cheddar Burger he created while working there. He loved...
Ralph James Schomaker
Jan 8, 2016
Ralph James Schomaker Thomas Twp, Michigan Loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle passed away Friday, January 8, 2016. Age 76 years. The son of the late Amelia and Stanley Schomaker was born February 23, 1939 in Saginaw, Michigan. He married Glenda Faith Mockridge, November 25, 1961. She survives him. Ralph was employed by General Motors, Malleable Iron...
Diane Ruby Volz
Jan 8, 2016
Diane Ruby Volz Burt, Michigan October 1, 1951 - January 8, 2016 Diane Ruby Volz, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend to all who knew her, passed in her sleep Friday morning January 8, 2016, at the age of 64 years. Born October 1, 1951 to the late Richard and Helen (De Forest) La Fond in Saginaw,...
Janet Elizabeth Tyson
Jan 8, 2016
Janet Elizabeth Tyson Saginaw, Michigan Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister passed away Friday, January 8, 2016, at the age of 79 years. Janet was born October 22, 1936, in Saginaw to the late William and Hilda (Pattow) Bauer. She enjoyed hunting, bowling, and camping. Her favorite activities were fishing and spending time with her family. She married Henry...
Olive Irene Weisheim
Jan 7, 2016
Olive Irene Weisheim Saginaw, Michigan Passed away Thursday, January 7, 2016, at HealthSource Saginaw. Age 88 years. The daughter of the late Everett and Elsie (Claunch) Chamberlain was born October 23, 1927 in Topeka, Kansas. She married Alexander (Harold) Weisheim, October 9, 1948. He passed away December 4, 2015. She was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church, Hemlock. Together...
Richard Leighton Cramer
Jan 7, 2016
Richard "Dick" L. Cramer Sun City West, Arizona Formerly of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2016, after a lengthy illness at the age of 83. The son of the late Leighton and Evelyn (Hodges) Cramer, Dick was born on May 7, 1932, in Saginaw, Michigan. He married Barbara L. Anklam...
Michael Gall
Jan 5, 2016
Michael Gall Bridgeport, MI Our beloved husband, father, and son passed away on January 5, 2016, and is now cradling his baby while standing alongside his mom and best friend Christine that passed before him. Michael was born October 8, 1965, in Carson City, Michigan. He was a manager and area supervisor for Pizza Hut for many years. He was...