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David Albert Campbell
Jul 23, 2024
David Albert Campbell of Caro, age 87, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at home, surrounded by his family. David was born on August 7, 1936 in Jackson the son of the late Lloyd and Anne (Campbell) Howie. He attended Kingston High School and went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Air Force, working...
Anne Lynette (Beller) Burkel
Jul 22, 2024
Anne Lynette (Beller) Burkel of Saginaw, formerly of Caro, age 91, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. Anne was born April 12, 1933 in Fairgrove, the daughter of the late Henry and Elgene (Cramer) Beller. On October 15, 1955, Anne was united in marriage with Glen Burkel in Fairgrove...
Marilyn Welshans
Jul 22, 2024
Marilyn Welshans, 70, of Bad Axe, died Monday, July 22, 2024 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe.
Marilyn was born September 3, 1953 in Jackson to Louise (Waldo) and the late Donald Welshans. She graduated from Laker High School. She worked as a clerk at various businesses. She enjoyed going to the casino, having bonfires, playing BINGO...
Elizabeth “Betty” (Lapratt) Suranye
Jul 21, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” (LaPratt) Suranye of Caro, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the age of 92. Betty was born July 29, 1931 in Caro to the late Alexander and Pauline (Jacques) LaPratt, and was the oldest daughter of eighteen children. On June 21, 1952, Betty was united in marriage with Adolph Suranye and the couple was...
Geraldine “Geri” Margaret Starkey Quinn
Jul 20, 2024
Geraldine “Geri” Margaret Starkey Quinn of Caro, age 96, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Heritage Hill Assisted Living, where she received wonderful care for the past three years. Geri was born on April 8, 1928 in Wahjamega to the late Fred and Margaret Starkey. She loved her mom and adored her mother-in-law, Norma Quinn. Geri met...
Mark Robert Curtis
Jul 18, 2024
After a 16-month battle with illness, Mark Robert Curtis, with the love of his life by his side, was peacefully released from the suffering of this earth. Mark was eternally healed! A decorated military veteran, Mark served honorably in the United States Army covering three deployments into combat zones with the last two in support of Iraqi Freedom. Mark...
Thomas Robert Haworth, Sr.
Jul 18, 2024
Thomas Robert Haworth, Sr. of Caro, age 81, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024 at his home. Thomas was born March 12, 1943 in Detroit, the son of the late Leslie Truman and Marguerite Frances (Bleecker) Haworth.
In keeping with Tom’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.
James William Setla
Jul 17, 2024
James William Setla of Caro, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Covenant Health Care Cooper in Saginaw. Jim was born December 2, 1948 in Lincoln Park, the son of the late Walter J. and Sophie M. (Dashkevicz) Setla. He attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and graduated from Caro High School. While in high school Jim...
Rick James Ford
Jul 17, 2024
Rick James Ford of Caro, age 65, passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Covenant Health Care Center – Cooper in Saginaw. Rick was born June 26, 1959 in Cass City, the son of James and Joyce (Hill) Ford. He graduated from Akron-Fairgrove High School with the class of 1977. Rick owned RJF Transport...
Howard Roy Beardslee
Jul 15, 2024
Howard Roy Beardslee of Caro, age 84, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 15, 2024 at his home. Howard was born February 16, 1940 in Caro and graduated from Kingston Agricultural School class of 1956. On August 10, 1962, he married the former Judy Kevelighan and the couple was blessed with four children: Julie, Shari, Brent, and Darrin. Howard...
Geraldine Elizabeth Cilc
Jul 15, 2024
Geraldine E. Cilc, 92, of Caseville, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024 at home under hospice care.
Gerry was born June 21, 1932 in Detroit to the late Alexander and Elizabeth (Turville) Fisette. She married Anthony Cilc on October 31, 1950 in Bowling Green, Indiana; he preceded her in death on April 25, 2019.
Gerry...
Ellen L. Wolford
Jul 13, 2024
Ellen L. Wolford, 96, of Pigeon, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Tuscola County Medical Care Facility in Caro.
Ellen was born August 13, 1927 in Deerfield Twp to the late Cecil and Leone (Stephenson) Larkin. She graduated from Cooley High School in Detroit and later attended Michigan State University studying Early Childhood Education. She married...
Stanley Fessler, Jr.
Jul 11, 2024
Stanley Fessler, Jr. of Caro, age 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Stanley was born December 20, 1928 in Ypsilanti, the son of the late Stanley, Sr. & Hallene Ruby (Stader) Fessler. As a young man, Stanley worked at the family restaurants his father owned in Ypsilanti and Wayne. In 1943, his family...
Raymond J. Bates
Jul 10, 2024
Raymond J. Bates of Caro, age 80, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper in Saginaw. Ray was born April 7, 1944 in Ypsilanti where he was raised by Lena (Pancake) Collier. He graduated from Ypsilanti High School in 1962 and was active in the band, enjoyed tennis, and was introduced to his love of...
Josephine "Joyce" Houghteling
Jul 10, 2024
Josephine “Joyce” Houghteling of Caro, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was born June 12, 1939, the daughter of the late Alvin and Vernita (Harris) Jaster. She graduated from Kingston High School and went on to work at a number of jobs, retiring from TI Automotive at the age of...
Lonnie Leon Herr
Jul 10, 2024
Lonnie L. Herr, 75, of Caseville, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024 in Pinckney while under hospice care.
Lonnie was born January 24, 1949 in Imlay City to the late George and Stella (Spencer) Herr. He married Toni Heim on June 13, 1970 in Imlay City; she preceded him in death on January 4, 2016.
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Deborah Ann Hunter
Jul 6, 2024
Deborah Ann Hunter of Caro, age 65, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at her home following a courageous second battle with cancer. Deb was born June 1, 1959 in Bad Axe, the daughter of the late William and Nora (Laughlin) Hunter. She grew up in Gagetown and graduated from Cass City High School with the class...
Tom Allen Wark
Jul 3, 2024
Tom Allen Wark of Akron, age 77, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at Country Comfort Spectrum of Light AFC Home in Caro. Tom was born April 23, 1947 in Bay City, the son of the late Ralph and Betty (Keyser) Wark. After graduating from high school, he served in the United States Army. Tom married the former...
Richard Phanon Dixon
Jun 28, 2024
Richard P. Dixon, 80, of Caseville, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024 at his home.
Richard was born September 30, 1943 in Detroit to the late Phanon and Flora (Vinz) Dixon. In 1961 he graduated from Cass Tech High School in Detroit and then received his Bachelor’s Degree from Wayne State University in Electrical Engineering. He then...
Selena F. Burrick
Jun 26, 2024
Selena F. Burrick, 65, of Caseville, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at home under hospice care.
Selena was born March 21, 1959 in Mt. Clemens to Gary Burrick and Mary Hardy. She graduated from Lakeview High School and served in the US Air Force, stationed in Japan. She worked at the Riverside Bar, Blue Water Inn...
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