Obituaries
Donald L. Reil
Dec 30, 2023
Mr. Donald "Donny" Lee Reil, age 61, a longtime resident of Vassar, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
Donny was born in Kittanning, Pennsylvania on November 24, 1962, to Danny & Marcia (Cravener) Reil. In his working years, Donny was a welder with Loudon Steel in Millington. Donny was a natural outdoorsman and enjoyed time spent hunting and...
Ashleigh E. (Waterman) Jacot
Dec 28, 2023
Ashleigh Elizabeth Jacot, a resident of Vassar MI, passed away December 28th, 2023 at the age of 35. She was born August 24th, 1988 at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI to Glenda Jacot and Ronald Waterman Jr.. Ashleigh was a 2008 graduate of Vassar High School and attended Hope Community Church of Frankenmuth.
She loved taking care of the family...
William J. Kaiser
Dec 27, 2023
William "Bill" J. Kaiser, age 94, passed away peacefully at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.
Bill was born on December 13, 1929, to parents Virgil & Geraldine (Fisher) Kaiser in Saginaw, MI. He honorably served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. After his military service, Bill met...
Anthony "Tony" R. Willey
Dec 22, 2023
Mr. Anthony "Tony" R. Willey, Millington, Michigan passed away early Friday evening December 22, 2023, with his family at his side. Tony was 75.
Tony was born in Frankfort, Michigan on December 3, 1948, and was the son of James and Geraldine (MaryAnn Hayes) Willey. Tony worked as a die-setter for General Motors and retired with 36 years of service...
Charles F. Barnett
Dec 14, 2023
SERVICE INFORMATION:
Chuck's family will welcome friends and neighbors to Hanlin Funeral Home - Vassar from 4-8 PM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Funeral services will be at 11 AM on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at St. Michael's Lutheran Church (3455 S. Van Buren Rd, Richville, MI 48757); additional visitation at church from 10 AM until the time of service....
Linda L. Yorke
Dec 14, 2023
Linda Lee (Rhodes) Yorke, born May 12, 1948, peacefully passed away on December 14, 2023, surrounded by her family. A resident of Millington, Michigan, Linda graduated from Millington High School in 1966, where she met her late husband David Yorke, and they shared 29 years of marriage. She was a very dedicated mother and grandmother.
After briefly working at...
Ronald L. Couch
Dec 13, 2023
Ronald L. Couch, expectedly passed away at his home in Millington, Michigan on Wednesday, December 13, 2023.
He was born on July 15, 1937, in Flint, Michigan. He married the love of his life, Judy, at a young age. Ron had a commendable experience in the U.S. Navy before transitioning to a dedicated career at General Motors. He was a...
Charles A. Hancock
Dec 12, 2023
Lifelong Millington resident Charles Albert Hancock passed away Tuesday afternoon December 12, 2023 at the age of 71 at Covenant Hospital, Saginaw. The son of the Ruth (Rockentine) and Floyd E. Hancock, Charles was born on February 15, 1952 and was a 1970 graduate of Millington High School. He received his B.A. in Education from Central Michigan University. Charles taught...
Thomas (Tom) Mack DeCoe
Dec 3, 2023
Thomas (Tom) DeCoe of Vassar, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home with family on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Tom was born March 5, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of the late Berton and Agnes (Seney) DeCoe. He was a 1961 graduate of Vassar High School. On June 24, 1961, Tom married Janet Luther and together they have celebrated...
Shirley Theve ( Samdal) Lichtenwald
Dec 3, 2023
Mrs. Shirley (Samdal) Lichtenwald of Vassar, formerly of Millington, passed from our world into God’s Kingdom with her family at her side early Sunday morning December 3, 2023, at the age of 94.
Shirley was born in South Bend, Indiana on October 4, 1929, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Ruth [Collard] Kuhlman. Shirley married Alfred...
Dorothy (Leader) Shelton
Dec 2, 2023
Mrs. Dorothy (Leader) Shelton of Millington, Michigan, passed away Saturday, December 2, 2023, at her residence with her family at her side at the age of 69.
Dorothy was the daughter of the late Graham and Dorothy (Beswick) Leader and was born in Highland Park, Michigan, on April 22, 1954. Besides her parents, Dorothy was also preceded in death...
Joyce I. Ratza
Dec 1, 2023
Mrs. Joyce I. Ratza, age 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 1, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Joyce was born in Flint, MI, on May 23, 1938, to parents Curtis & Lila (Emmons) Hall. Joyce married Francis “Dick” Ratza on June 16, 1956, and together they shared 63 years of marriage, welcomed their 6 children,...
Mary Jane Kennard
Nov 24, 2023
Mrs. Mary Jane (Fischer) Kennard of Vassar, Michigan passed away Friday, November 24, 2023, at the age of 83.
Mary Jane was born on April 9, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Peter & Edna (Germain) Fischer. On June 22, 1957, she married Kenneth D. Kennard, and together they celebrated 52 years of marriage before Kenneth passed...
Karen D. Sergent
Nov 19, 2023
Mrs. Karen Dawn Sergent, age 66, our loving, dedicated, and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 19, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Karen was born in Flint, Michigan on November 11, 1957, to John & Ruby (Steele) McClenathen. She was one of 10 children and graduated from Millington High School...
Sandra J. Schmitt
Nov 14, 2023
On 11-14-2023 Sandra J Schmitt gained her wings. She has been reunited with her 7 siblings, and her parents who all passed before her. Born on 3-21-1943, she was 80 years of age. She is survived by her husband John E Schmitt, 1 daughter, Tamara J (Chad Allard), 2 grandkids, and 4 great grandkids. Justin (Jackie, kids, Ethan, Wyatt, and...
Betty J. Griesing
Nov 7, 2023
Betty Jean Griesing, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at Cranberry Park of Clio.
Betty was born in Lapeer, MI, on February 13, 1930, to Otis & Bessie (Jones) Horton. Betty met Walter Griesing and the two were wed on August 20, 1956. Together they raised their five children, shared countless memories, and enjoyed 46 years...
Ethan R. Slough
Nov 5, 2023
Ethan Ray Slough, age 28, our loving, tough, caring, and dedicated father, husband, son, grandson, brother, uncle, and friend passed away suddenly on Sunday, November 5, 2023.
Ethan was born in Flint, MI on September 20, 1995, to parents Kevin and Donna. Ethan married Sarah Kellett and together they welcomed their son, Harrison, and shared countless memories. Family enjoyed calling...
Doris E. Hultz
Oct 30, 2023
Doris “Chubby” Elaine Hultz, age 82, passed away Monday, October 30th, 2023. She was the glue that held the family together. The heart and soul of every tradition and family gathering. You always knew you were welcome at “Grams” house.
Doris is preceded in death by her sisters Delores, and Dorothy “Bootsie”; her parents, Dorothy & Ralph; her beloved husband,...
Marian E. Gugel
Oct 30, 2023
Mrs. Marian E. Gugel, age 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 30, 2023 at Vassar Comfort Care. Private arrangements have been made. Those desiring may direct donations to St. Michael’s Lutheran Church (3455 S. Van Buren Rd. Richville, MI 48757) or a charity of one’s choice.
Marian was born on March 22, 1937 in Richville, MI the daughter of...
Norma J. Skower
Oct 24, 2023
Mrs. Norma J. Skower, age 75, entered eternal life peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, surrounded by love.
Norma was born in Saginaw on March 11, 1948, to Mr. Norman & Mrs. Joan (LeFevre) VanWormer. She met the love of her life, James “Jim” Skower. They dated, fell in love, and were wed on December 31, 1966. Together they shared...
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