Obituaries

Betty Cliff

Betty Cliff

May 22, 2024

Betty Cliff, 88, Saginaw Township, MI, passed away peacefully on May 22nd. She was born in Woodsfield, OH in 1935 and was predeceased in 2019 by her husband of 63 years, Leonard Cliff.  She is survived by her daughter, Kelly Cliff, also of Saginaw Township and son, Bruce Cliff (Andrew Huber), of West Palm Beach, FL (formerly of San Francisco...

Lynne Kay Debo

Lynne Kay Debo

May 21, 2024

Formerly of Saginaw and Houghton Lake

Our loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the age of 70 leaving a void our family cannot fill.

Lynne was born on October 24, 1953, daughter of the late Grace (Wurtzel) and John “Jack” Boyd in Saginaw, Michigan.  Lynne graduated from Arthur Hill High School,...

Cheryl Lynn Moncada

Cheryl Lynn Moncada

May 21, 2024

Cheryl Moncada

Saginaw, Michigan

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Cheryl Moncada, on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the age of 59 years.

 

Born on June, 28, 1964, Cheryl was a beacon of light in the lives of those around her. She always had a kind word, a warm smile, and an...

Jane Mary Jarecki

Jane Mary Jarecki

May 21, 2024

Jane Mary Jarecki of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at her home. She was 77 years old. Jane Mary Ward was born on September 29, 1946, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Geroge Edward and Mary Margaret (Hackett) Ward Jr. She attended SS. Peter and Paul Schools until 11th...

Evelyn Smith

Evelyn Smith

May 18, 2024

Evelyn Smith, a beloved woman who graced this world with her presence, peacefully passed away on May 18, 2024, in Saginaw. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan on November 3, 1928. 

She was known not only for her various jobs at K-Mart and in-home babysitting but most importantly for being a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and-grandmother.

Evelyn's love for art...

Gary Lee Walker

Gary Lee Walker

May 18, 2024

Gary Lee Walker, a dedicated family man, passed away on May 18, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born on April 6, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Clarence Walker and Delcie Sharp Walker. He resided most of his life in Hemlock, Michigan, which was the town he truly loved.

Gary devoted over 30 years of his life to General...

Thomas Lee Turner

Thomas Lee Turner

May 17, 2024

Thomas Lee Turner

Merrill, Michigan

 

The Lord called our beloved husband and father home, free of pain and suffering, on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the age of 75 years. 

 

Thomas was born on March 25, 1949, son of the late Walter and Virginia (Whelton) Turner, in Saginaw. He married Patricia Roekle on July 15, 1972. She survives him. Thomas retired from Saginaw...

Jerald Zedaker "Jerry"

Jerald Zedaker "Jerry"

May 17, 2024

Jerald A. Zedaker beloved dad, papa and great-papa, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the age of 88 years.

 

Jerry was born April 8, 1936, in Buffalo, Ohio, son of the late Kenneth and Vera (Wilson) Zedaker. He lived in Michigan most of his life, both in the Saginaw and Bay City areas. He attended Arthur Hill Technical School in...

Norman Bruce Carr

Norman Bruce Carr

May 17, 2024

Norman B. Carr of Merrill, Michigan 

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Aleda E. Lutz VA Medical Center, at the age of 90 years. Norman was born on April 11, 1934, in Weidman, Michigan, the son of the late Elton Charles and Blanch Mable (Kent) Carr. He proudly served his country...

Bruce Duane Wade

Bruce Duane Wade

May 16, 2024

Bruce D. Wade passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at age 91. The son of the late James Cecil and Mary (Scoles) Wade was born May 24, 1932, in Saginaw County. Bruce grew up on the family farm and graduated from Hemlock High School. Besides helping with farm work, he was employed by Dow Chemical Co., retiring with 35 years...

Robert "Bob" James Smith

Robert "Bob" James Smith

May 15, 2024

Hemlock, Michigan



Our loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at The Roosevelt House, with his family at his side. Age 92 years. 

 

The son of the late Everette and Mildred (Brubaker) Smith, Bob was born on May 29, 1931, in Saginaw, Michigan. He married the love of his life, Allegra “Jake”...

R. Dennis Hogan

R. Dennis Hogan

May 15, 2024

R. Dennis Hogan of Merrill, Michigan Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare - Cooper. He was 85 years young. Robert Dennis Hogan was born on August 14, 1938, to the late William D. and Helen M. (Murphy) Hogan. Throughout his childhood, Dennis and his two brothers were notorious...

Frederick George Duletzke

Frederick George Duletzke

May 15, 2024

Frederick George Duletzke, age 84, of Saginaw, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. 

Frederick was born in Bay City, Michigan, on March 13, 1940, the son of the late Frederick Arthur Duletzke and Mary Adamczzk Duletzke. He served his country in the United States Army. He was united in marriage with Marjorie A. Booth on June 5, 1977. He was...

Caritina "Carrie" Garcia

Caritina "Carrie" Garcia

May 14, 2024

Caritina "Carrie" Garcia of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, great-great-great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare-Harrison. She was 97 years old. Caritina Torres was born on March 5, 1927, in Lockhart, Texas, to the late Jose and Delfina (Villegas) Torres. While working at the...

Shirley A. Beebe

Shirley A. Beebe

May 13, 2024

Shirley A. Beebe

Birch Run, MI

Passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024, at home at the age of 81 years.

Shirley was born on January 16, 1943, in Enterprise, Alabama to the late Raymond D. and Kathleen (Yaklin) Branch. She married Raymond Beebe on August 1, 1964; he survives her. Shirley retired from Amigo Mobility following many years of service.   She...

Joshua James Brown

Joshua James Brown

May 13, 2024

Saginaw, Michigan

Our loving Father, Husband, Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Dear Friend passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 13, 2024.  He was 43 years old. The son of Edward & Nancy Brown, and the late Theresa (Hatzke) Brown, Josh was born January 11, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1999. Josh held several degrees...

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Wolf

Gerald "Jerry" Joseph Wolf

May 12, 2024

Gerald Joseph Wolf  (Jerry)

Bridgeport, Michigan

     Passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, at his home. Age 93 years.

     The son of the late Bernice E. (Lamb) and Frank J. Wolf was born, July 5, 1930, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Saginaw High School where, in addition to his studies, he also played football on the varsity team.  After...

William "Bill" Charles Hollingsworth

William "Bill" Charles Hollingsworth

May 11, 2024

William "Bill" Charles Hollingsworth of Merill, Michigan Beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully on Friday, May 11, 2024, at Brookdale Assisted Living of Midland. He was 83 years old. William Charles Hollingsworth was born on May 17, 1940, in Midland, Michigan, the late Leonard and Zeda (Kade) Hollingsworth. He grew up in the farming community of Hemlock...

Sophia Rose Miller

Sophia Rose Miller

May 9, 2024

Sophia Rose MillerElsie, MichiganEarly Thursday Morning on May 9, 2024, Sophia Rose Miller was called to her heavenly home to join an unborn sibling, her Papa Allen Miller, and her Grandpa Neil Stinson. Also preceding her are great grandfathers: Paul Reed and Victor Miller. She blessed us with her birth on March 28, 2024 in Owosso, Michigan, to her loving parents...

Dolores E. Hart

Dolores E. Hart

May 8, 2024

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Charter Senior Living of Bay City, with her family at her side. At the age of 87 years. 

The daughter of the late Wilbur and Beatrice (Samuels) Wells, Dolores was born on August 10, 1936, in Charlevoix, Michigan. She graduated from Charlevoix High School. Dolores married...