Obituaries
Shirley A. Janos
May 26, 2025
Mrs. Shirley A. Janos, age 83, passed away on May 26, 2025, at her home.
Shirley was born in Akron, Michigan, on April 7, 1942, daughter of Bruce & Helma Kintner (née Broderick). On June 30, 1978, she wed Edward Janos. Together, they shared countless memories, raised their children, and celebrated over 40 years of marriage before his passing in 2018....
Daniel J. Mercer
May 21, 2025
Mr. Daniel James “Dan” Mercer, age 73, a quiet, generous, kind, and loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Dan was born in Flint, Michigan, on August 29, 1951, son of Donald & Patsy (Zink) Mercer. A lifelong Millington resident, he was raised alongside his siblings and...
Ila M. Legue
May 20, 2025
Mrs. Ila Mae Legue, age 87 years, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at Vassar Comfort Care.
She was born on October 11, 1937, in Vassar, Michigan, the daughter of the late Clare and Julia (Cole) Force. On December 18, 1954, she married Charles Wesley Legue. Ila worked in the library at Glaza School until she retired. After retirement, Charles...
Marjorie J. Arnett
May 11, 2025
Mrs. Marjorie J. Arnett, age 76, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025.
Marjorie was born on January 6, 1949, in Goodrich, Michigan, to John & Agnes Tomlinson (Powers). In her working years she worked as a caregiver in nursing homes. On October 13, 1973 she wed the love of her life, Darrell Arnett. Together they shared countless memories, raised their...
Virgil R. Albrecht
May 9, 2025
Mr. Virgil Ray “Virg” Albrecht, age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Virgil was born on August 8, 1935, in Pigeon, Michigan, the son of Herbert Sr. & Katie Albrecht (Swartzendruber). He was raised alongside his four siblings and graduated from Pigeon High School. He met the love of his life Martha Joan Schrock at the Fairview Bible...
Violet "Annie" Trickey
May 8, 2025
Violet Anna “Annie” Trickey March 29, 1937 – May 8, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Violet Anna Trickey, known to her loved ones as Annie, on May 8, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Flint, Michigan, on March 29, 1937, Annie was a lifelong resident of Millington, Michigan, where she built a...
Carl A. Dantzer
May 2, 2025
Carl went to be with the lord on May 2, 2025, at age 74 after a long battle with cancer. He will be greatly missed.
Carl was the oldest son of Edith (Beach) and Carl D. Dantzer. Carl attended Beecher schools graduating in 1968. He continued his education at Mott Community College. Carl worked for 38 years at General Motors as...
David A. McFalls
Apr 22, 2025
David A. McFalls "Snake" originally born in Clayton, Georgia, on September 28, 1957 to his loving mother & father Jean Raney & Ralph Randolph, Sr), along with younger siblings (J.C. McFalls, Georgia McFalls, Thomas Jerome, Shelia Gay, Ralph "Randy" Randolph, Jr., and Mary Elizabeth).
David was an avid lover of hunting, fishing, trapping, Native American culture, gardening, and tattooing. He was...
Karen Abrams
Apr 20, 2025
Mrs. Karen Abrams a loving, caring, and kind wife, mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025; she was 62.
Karen was born on August 15, 1962, in Port Huron, Michigan, to David & Constance (née Werner) Corry. She was raised alongside her siblings Theresa, Candace, Kelly, Scott, Michelle, and attended St. Clair Community College....
John P. Hlavacs
Apr 20, 2025
Mr. John Paul Hlavacs, age 94, entered eternal life on April 20, 2025, at Angel Manor of Clio. The family extends their sincere thanks and appreciation to Sadie and the staff at Angel Manor, as well as Residential Hospice, especially nurse Sasha, for the wonderful care provided for John.
John was born in Flint, Michigan, the only child of John J....
Raymond H. Foshee
Apr 18, 2025
Raymond Hollis Foshee (a.k.a. Hillbilly) was born on November 3, 1945, passed away peacefully in his home April 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Raymond was the son of Myrtle (Wilson) Foshee and Jesse Foshee. Raymond was of English descent, but was all-American haling from Cullman, Alabama.
Raymond is survived by his wife Priscilla Maxine (Weatherford) Foshee; siblings: Shirley Carriveau, Martha...
Kevin D. Roggentine
Apr 18, 2025
Mr. Kevin Duane Roggentine, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 64. He was born on December 9, 1960, in Saginaw, Michigan, a son of Duane "Rocky" & Sharon Roggentine (Schlosser).
Kevin devoted his professional life to Kaiser Manufacturing, where he held the position of supervisor. Beyond the workplace,...
Ronald A. Jakubczak
Apr 9, 2025
Mr. Ronald Anthony “Ron” Jakubczak, 84, entered eternal life on April 9, 2025.
Ron was born on March 11, 1941, in Bay City, Michigan, the son of Casimer & Amelia Jakubczak (née Bartkowiak). After graduating high school, Ron honorably served in the U.S. Air Force as an Air Policeman. On September 26, 1964, he wed the love-of-his-life, Ms. Priscilla D. LaBean....
June A. Diener
Apr 8, 2025
June Abell Diener, 93, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, at Vassar Comfort Care surrounded by her loving family. The family extends their thanks and appreciation to Vassar Comfort Care for their wonderful care of June.
June was born in Mayville, Michigan on June 21, 1931, a daughter of John & Myrtle (Medlin) Doyle. In her younger years she enjoyed...
Pamela S. Gean-Saylor
Apr 4, 2025
Pamela “Pam” Sue Gean-Saylor, of Free Soil, Michigan, died Friday, April 4, 2025, surrounded by family, friends, and the Heartland Hospice team, after a courageous fight against cancer, at her sister’s home in Millington, Michigan.
She was born to George Lavern and Kathleen (Draper) Gean on January 22, 1954, in Owosso, Michigan. After graduating from Vassar High School, she attended Rochester...
Helen L. Dobson
Mar 31, 2025
Mrs. Helen Lottie Dobson of Vassar, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Monday, March 31st, 2025, at the age of 100. She was born in Detroit on June 19th, 1924, to Josephine and Ignatz Rusecki and was one of eight children. Helen married Elwyn Dobson on November 25th, 1941, and together they raised two sons and...
Debra J. Peche
Mar 29, 2025
Mrs. Debra Jean “Deb” Peche, 63, a loving, caring, and kind wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.
Debra was born on November 18, 1961, in Riverside, California, the daughter of Dale & Dorothy (Crawford) Hilborn. She moved to Michigan as a child and graduated from...
Johnny E. Crump III
Mar 28, 2025
Johnny "John" Edgar Crump III, 48, from Millington, passed away peacefully in his loving wife's arms with his family by his side on March 28, 2025, at Beaumont Hospital in Troy.
John was born to John and Cheryl Crump on July 7th, 1976, in Flint, MI. During his early childhood, he went to elementary schools in Michigan and Arizona but attended...
Dean J. Kitchen
Mar 26, 2025
Dean Joseph Kitchen of Clarkston, MI, formerly of Millington, MI, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 72.
Dean was born on November 22, 1952, in Flint, Michigan and was the son of the late Joseph “Joe” & Hazel (Sohmer) Kitchen. Dean grew up in Millington and graduated from Millington High School in 1971. Dean went on to...
Herman L. Barnum
Mar 15, 2025
Mr. Herman Lee Barnum, age 61, our hard-working, proud, dedicated, and loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 15, 2025, doing what he loved the most, working for Barnum’s Auto Parts.
Herman was born on February 24, 1964, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Robert “Bob” & Gloria Barnum (née Haynes). Herman...