Katie Anna Killian
Aug 11, 2024
Katie Anna Killian of Fairgrove, age 28, passed on Sunday, August 11, 2024 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Katie was born on October 13, 1995 in Flint, the daughter of Karyn (Martin) Killian and the late David Killian. She grew up in Fairgrove and attended Akron-Fairgrove High School. She worked for several years as...
Marie Lapratt
Aug 10, 2024
Marie LaPratt of Caro, age 89, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Fisher Senior Care & Rehab Center in Mayville. Marie was born October 1, 1934, the last of fifteen children born to the late Albert & Marie “Loeke” (Houle) Blinke. She lived her entire life on the family homestead and attended a nearby country school before...
William "Billy" Bemis
Aug 8, 2024
William “Billy” Bemis of Marlette, age 90, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Marlette Regional Hospital. Billy was born September 10, 1933 in Fairgrove, the son of the late Earl and Gladys (Hilleker) Bemis. From an early age all the way into his 70’s, Billy loved riding his bike. He could always be found sweeping the floors,...
David Lee Smith
Aug 7, 2024
David Lee Smith, 89, of Cass City, passed away surrounded by his loving family on August 7, 2024 at his home. He was born to Charles and Mabel Smith on July 27, 1935 in Cass City and was the eldest of six children. At age eight, he became the “man of the house” when a factory accident took the...
Katrina "Katie" Skelton
Aug 7, 2024
On August 7, 2024, we said goodbye to our beloved Katrina “Katie” Skelton, who passed away surrounded by close friends after a courageous seven-year battle with cancer. Her journey included fifty rounds of chemotherapy, forty-eight rounds of radiation, and five surgeries. Katie was born to Roger Brock and Mary Wood on October 19, 1973, in Caro, Michigan.
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John David Blanton
Aug 6, 2024
John David Blanton of Ubly, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at the Tuscola County Medical Care Community. He was born September 27, 1963 in Wyandotte, the son of James and Carmen (Alcala) Blanton. John graduated from Waterford Kettering High School and served his country in the United States Army. After his service, he worked as...
Brenda S. Jacques
Aug 5, 2024
Brenda Suzanne Jacques, 71, of Caro, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024, at Ascension St. Mary’s in Saginaw. Born on February 10, 1953 in Caro to the late Walter and Laura (Martin) Jacques, Brenda devoted over thirty-seven years of her career to T.I. Automotive, retiring in 2010. She had a passion for playing cards, particularly euchre, and cherished...
Paul Bondarenko
Aug 1, 2024
Paul Bondarenko of Akron, age 97, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at Rest Haven Home in Grand Rapids. Paul was born January 12, 1927 in Akron, the son of the late Fred and Lena Bondarenko. He graduated from Akron High School with the class of 1944 and later attended Michigan State University for a short course in...
David Straub
Jul 28, 2024
David Straub of Caro, age 65, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024. He was born March 21, 1959 in Millington.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 18, 2024 at the Caro United Methodist Church with Rev. Robert Demyanovich officiating.
Earl W. Dietzel
Jul 26, 2024
Earl W. Dietzel of Caro, age 82, went to celebrate with his Father in heaven on Friday, July 26, 2024, at Covenant Cooper in Saginaw surrounded by his loving family. Earl was born on November 25, 1941, to Aaron and Vernia Blakely in Elkton. In 1944, he was adopted by Daniel and Clara Dietzel in Elkton, where he grew...
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...
