Obituaries
David J. Edler
May 16, 2024
Mr. David “Dave” John Edler, age 55, our big-hearted, generous, witty, smart, and loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at his home.David was born on July 2, 1968, in Flint, Michigan to parents Ronald & Lorine (Schreiner) Edler. Dave grew up in Millington alongside his siblings and was confirmed...
Garry H. Knapp
May 15, 2024
Garry Herman Knapp passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
Garry was born on August 10, 1949, to the late Herbert and Gladys Knapp. He had four wonderful children with Bonnie Knapp. Garry worked for Truck and Bus of Flint, MI Local Union 598 for 32 years, retiring in 2004. In his 20 years...
Wayne K. Petzold
May 11, 2024
Mr. Wayne Kenneth Petzold, age 87, a lifelong Millington resident, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family on the farm where he was born and raised.Wayne was born on March 20, 1937, to Edward & Clara (Lindauer) Petzold. He was raised alongside his five siblings and attended Millington schools. Wayne was a lifelong farmer before...
Betty L. Gillespie
May 8, 2024
Mrs. Betty L. Gillespie, age 90, a longtime Millington resident, passed away in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Betty was born on August 9, 1933, in Ocqueoc, Michigan, to parents, R.B. & Delila (Sinclair) DeRosia. The family moved to Oregon when she was young and returned to Michigan and settled in...
Genevieve Carpenter
May 8, 2024
Genevieve Carpenter, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.Visitation at Hanlin Funeral Home in Millington at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 13, 2024. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. in Millington Township Cemetery.Kindly share a memory with Genevieve's family in the guestbook below.Genevieve and her family are in the care of Hanlin Funeral Home - Millington. 4823...
Rev. Darwin E. Highlen
May 8, 2024
Rev. Darwin Earl Highlen, age 60, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Darwin was born on September 23, 1963, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Clare & Betty (Putnam) Highlen. He earned his bachelor's degree in theology and served his Lord as a pastor for over 34 years. Darwin was the longtime pastor of Holiness Missionary Church in Vassar and was involved...
Dawn E. Hill Paquette
May 6, 2024
Dawn E. Hill Paquette of Millington, Michigan passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at home with her family at her side after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 58.Dawn was born in Flint, Michigan on April 19, 1966 to the late Dennis and Donna (Dart) Hill. She grew up in Clio and Millington, graduating from Millington High School...
Job Isaac Higgins
May 5, 2024
Baby Job Isaac Higgins was called away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, surrounded by the love of his parents.Job was welcomed into the world on April 28, 2024, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, to parents Cody & Heather (Russell) Higgins. He is survived by his parents; siblings: Jacob, Hailey, Cayson, Capri, and Christian; grandparents, Gerald & Renee Higgins, and Leah Rundell;...
Robert "Bob" D. Williams Jr.
May 1, 2024
Mr. Robert “Bob” Douglas Williams Jr., age 73, a longtime Millington resident, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.Bob was born in Flint, Michigan, on February 23, 1951, to William & Rosemary (née McFadden) Bretzloff. He was raised in Millington alongside his siblings and attended St. Paul Lutheran and Millington schools. Bob honorably...
Ruby A. McClenathen
Apr 28, 2024
Mrs. Ruby A. Mc Clenathen, a longtime Millington resident, passed from our world into God’s Kingdom Sunday, April 28, 2024, at the age of 91.Ruby was the daughter of the late Francis & Esther (Meyers) Steele and was born in Defiance, Ohio, on May 17, 1932. Ruby was a graduate of Kearsley High School class of 1950. Ruby married John...
Zachariah "Zac" C. Ray
Apr 27, 2024
Zachariah “Zac” “Ziggy” Claude Ray, age 43, our loving father, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Saturday, April 27, 2024.Zac was born in Flint, Michigan on July 1, 1980, to Kenneth Ray and Sue LaRowe-Nelson. Growing up he enjoyed playing with the neighborhood children, Army, HE-MAN and Masters of the Universe, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles....
Donald "Don" Mercer
Apr 23, 2024
Mr. Donald (Don) Mercer a lifelong resident of Millington, MI passed from our world into God’s Kingdom Tuesday April 23, 2024, at the age of 93.Don was the son of the late Leonard & Agnes (Sindilier) Mercer and was born in Flint, Michigan on March 1, 1931. He lived his life in Millington where he grew up and graduated from...
Phillip M. Reider
Apr 22, 2024
Philip M. Reider of Vassar, MI passed away Monday morning April 22, 2024 at the age of 68.
Phillip was born on January 17, 1958, in Garden City, Michigan and was the son of Peter and Gertrude (Wentz) Reider. Phillip grew up in the Garden City-Detroit area and served in the United State Marines, On August 20, 1988, Phillip married Nanette...
Gayle L. Skinner
Apr 11, 2024
Gayle Leslie - Harbin Skinner, age 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Bavarian Comfort Care.Gayle was born in Flint, Michigan, on December 13, 1953, to the late William & the late Doris (née Marks) Harbin. She was raised alongside her sisters Opal and Louann in Swartz Creek and was a 1972...
Barbara Heil
Mar 31, 2024
Barbara Heil of Vassar, Michigan, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2024. Barbara was 87.In keeping with her wishes private cremation has taken place followed by a private urn burial.Kindly share a memory with Barbara's family in the guestbook below.Barbara and her family are in the care of Hanlin Funeral Home - Vassar. 1148 W. Saginaw Rd., Vassar, MI 48768. Phone...
Alice F. Stuart
Mar 28, 2024
Mrs. Alice F. (Walworth) Stuart, a lifetime Vassar resident passed away early Thursday morning March 28, 2024, with her family at her side, Alice was 86.
Alice was the daughter of the late George and Bertha Walworth and was born in Vassar, Michigan on April 25, 1937. She was a graduate of the Vassar High School Class of 1955. On June...
Edith R. Mays
Mar 17, 2024
Edith Rose Mays, age 99, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 17, 2024. Edith was born October 7, 1924 in Troutdale, North Carolina to Charles and Mattie Blevins (Comer). Edith married Argus Mays Sr, February 15, 1941 and he preceded her in death in October 1966. Before retirement, Edith worked at Millington High School, Falls Dime Store, and with...
Willard L. Cook
Mar 10, 2024
Willard L. Cook, age 84, died on Sunday, March 10, 2024.Willard was born on November 19, 1939, in Keego Harbor, Michigan, to Oliver & Dorothy (née Lighthall) Cook. On July 20, 1965, he married the former Phyllis Hoke. Together they shared 58 years of marriage, raised their five children, and shared countless memories. Willard is survived by his wife, Phyllis;...
Sharon G. Pfeiffer
Mar 10, 2024
Sharon G. Pfeiffer, age 80, of Millington, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Heritage Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care in Caro. A funeral celebrating Sharon’s life will take place at 3:00 p.m., Friday, March 22, 2024, at Hanlin Funeral Home in Vassar. Pastor Roger Hazen to preside with cremation to follow. The family will receive family and...
Dr. Kathryn L. Reif
Mar 6, 2024
Dr. Kathryn Louise Reif, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.Kathryn was born on April 15, 1952, in Saginaw, Michigan, to parents Raymond & Gretchen (née Gleeson) Reif. Kathryn earned her doctorate degree from Michigan State University and worked as a spiritual advisor.She is survived by her daughter, Amy Olle; granddaughter, Raegan Olle; brother, Tom (LeAnn) Reif; and...
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