Obituaries
Jodi Shamel-Ward (Armstrong)
October 28, 2026
VASSAR – Jodi Ann Shamel-Ward (Armstrong), aged 56, our kind, dedicated, and loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, and dear friend passed away at her home on October 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Jodi was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on April 23, 1970, daughter of Raymond Shamel Sr. & Margaret “Meg” (Sipes) Harper. She grew up in Vassar...
Terri Powell
October 26, 2026
VASSAR, formerly MILLINGTON – Terri Lynn Powell, aged 69, was called away on October 26, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family after a long journey with dementia.
Terri was born in Flint, Michigan, on July 12, 1957, daughter of Karl & Karen (Bouchard) Dahlstrom. She grew up in Flint alongside her brothers, Dan, Karl Jon, and Matthew,...
Pauline Stange
October 16, 2026
VASSAR - Mrs. Pauline Elma Stange, aged 93, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 16, 2026, at Vassar Comfort Care.
She was born December 25, 1932, in Flint, Michigan, daughter of the late Paul and Louetta (Horne) Bishop. She loved attending church, tending to her garden, playing games, baking, and car trips. On September 1, 1951, she wed the...
Nancy Snover
October 13, 2026
VISITATION: Nancy's family will welcome visitors to Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington from 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
FUNERAL: Funeral services for Nancy will be held at Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday October 22, 2026; visitation at the funeral home will begin at 10:00 A.M. and last until the time of service.
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Charles "Chuck" Wilson
October 8, 2026
VASSAR, formerly MILLINGTON – Mr. Charles K. “Chuck” Wilson, aged 72, our funny, easy going, knowledgeable, and caring husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend was called home on October 8, 2026, at Wellspring Lutheran Home in Frankenmuth, MI.
Chuck was born on May 4, 1954, in Flint, Michigan, to parents Kenneth & Marion Wilson (née Neph). He graduated from Millington...
Brion Bissell
September 29, 2026
Mr. Brion N. Bissell of Millington, Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, after a long period of illness. He was 45.
Brion Norman Bissell was born on May 7, 1981, to David & Karen (Bamberg) Bissell. Before becoming ill, Brion found joy in cooking. He worked in several restaurants doing something he truly loved. Although his illness limited many...
Mary Haines
September 25, 2026
MILLINGTON – Mrs. Mary Esther Haines, aged 98, our caring, uplifting, faithful, and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend was called home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Vassar Comfort Care surrounded by her family.
Mary was born March 31, 1928, in Vassar, Michigan, a daughter of Frederick & Julia Welsh (née Elliott). Education was...
Delia Cothern
September 25, 2026
MILLINGTON – Delia Elaine Cothern, affectionately known to loved ones as “Mama Dee”, aged 65, our caring, intelligent, faithful, and loving mother, “Nanny”, great-grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, was called away on Friday, September 25, 2026.
Delia was born in Davison, Michigan, on January 7, 1961, to Howard Smith & Faith Wible. In her working years she lent her talents...
Mary Ann Thompson
September 15, 2026
CARO – Mrs. Mary Ann Thompson, aged 74, our caring, faith-filled, and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away September 15, 2026, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family.
Mary Ann was born on March 9, 1952, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to parents, Raymond and Betty Finley. On November 28, 1975, she married the love of her...
Shirley Balcer
September 12, 2026
Mrs. Shirley Leigh Balcer, our strong and resilient matriarch, passed away on her 89th birthday at Covenant Cooper Hospital in Saginaw.
Shirley was born on September 12, 1937 in Fenton to Rolland and Alice Fletcher. On November 19, 1955 she married Gerald Joseph Balcer and they shared 70 years of marriage. Together they raised five children. The lights of Shirley’s life,...
Bob Ziegler
September 10, 2026
VISITATION: Bob's family will welcome visitors to Hanlin Funeral Home in Vassar from 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
FUNERAL: Funeral services for Bob will be held at St. Luke's Lutheran Church at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, September 14, 2026; visitation at church will begin at 10:00 A.M. and last until the time of service. Rev. Matthew Arnold...
Gwendolyn Hale
September 9, 2026
Mrs. Gwendolyn Frances [Hildabrand] Hale passed away on Wednesday, September 9th, in Frankenmuth, Michigan, at the remarkable age of 100.Gwen, "GG" to her great-grandkids, was born July 31, 1926, in Kingston, Michigan, to the late John and Iris (Warner) Hildabrand. Her family moved to Rose City in her mid-teens, where she graduated high school and married Don Hale on September...
Rex Colman
September 9, 2026
VASSAR - Mr. Rex Leon Colman, aged 91, passed away on Wednesday, September 9th, 2026, at Vassar Comfort Care.
Rex was born in Tuscola Township on November 22, 1934, to Leon & Wilhelmina Colman (nee Hyslop). He married the love of his life, Joyce Franko, on September 14, 1968. Together they shared countless memories, raised their son, Leon Colman, and celebrated...
Jeffrey Willson
September 8, 2026
Jeffrey Willson, age 66, of Millington passed away on September 8, 2026.
Jeff was born in Flint, Michigan and was the oldest son of Dell Willson & Linda Crane (Ives). A graduate of Millington High School class of 1978, Jeff lived in Millington most of his life. He was a proud father, an avid music lover, and a lifelong motorcycle enthusiast.
Jeff was...
Mike Owens
September 7, 2026
NORTH LAKE (OTTER LAKE) – Mr. Michael Edward “Mike” Owens, age 78, a loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and a friend to many, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Mike was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Nancy; and two great-grandsons, Baby Ray and Lil Tate.
Mike and Nancy were married on...
Bruce Burns
September 5, 2026
OTISVILLE, formerly MILLINGTON – Mr. Bruce Robert Burns, aged 77, a caring, dedicated, proud, and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend was called home to his Lord & Savior on September 5, 2026.
Bruce was born on June 6, 1949, in Flint, Michigan, to parents George & Iris (Kinney) Burns. He was raised alongside his siblings and graduated...
Judy Presley
August 30, 2026
MILLINGTON – Mrs. Judy Ann Presley, aged 77, our caring, kind, determined, and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away on August 30, 2026 at her home.
Judy was born on June 21, 1949, in Flint, Michigan, to parents Andrew & Doris Beard. On February 4, 1967, she wed the love of her life, Mr. Charles Kenneth Presley....
Ron Rittenberg
August 27, 2026
Memorial services for Ron will be held at 6:00 PM, on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at Frankenmuth Bible Church (210 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734). The family will receive guests at church from 4:00 PM until the time of service. Pastor Joseph Berkobien will officiate. Those desiring, may direct memorial gifts to the Brad Rittenberg Memorial Scholarship Fund, envelopes...
Gayle Taylor
August 24, 2026
Memorial services for Mrs. Gayle Elaine Taylor, aged 95, will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Hanlin Funeral Home in Vassar (1148 W. Saginaw Rd, Vassar, MI 48768); visitation will begin at 10 AM and last until the time of service. Pastor David Collins and Pastor Gloria Cox will officiate.
Gayle Kaufmann Murphy Taylor was born August...
Rita Cooper
August 23, 2026
VISITATION: Rita's family will receive visitors at Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. on Friday, August 28, 2026.
FUNERAL: Funeral services will follow at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29, 2026; additional visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. and last until the time of service.
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of...
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