Robert J. Betson
Oct 23, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert J. Betson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left us unexpectedly on October 23, 2026. Born on March 27, 1952, in Pontiac, Michigan, Robert lived a life rich in love, adventure, and service. Robert was the cherished son of the late Robert A. and RoseMarie Betson and sibling to...
Ava June Gies
Oct 23, 2026
Ava June Gies of Linkville, age 91, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at Tuscola County Care Community. She was born on May 29, 1935, the daughter of the late Bert and Hazel (Cummings) Dubs. Ava graduated from Owendale High School and went on to work at Walsh Packing Company and several local egg plants throughout her career, eventually...
Vivian L. Osborne
Oct 22, 2026
Vivian L. Osborne, 82, of Caseville, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2026, surrounded by family.
Vivian was born November 26, 1943, in Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton Ohio to the late LeRoy and Laura (Eggett) Jessen. She married William Osborne on March 2, 1963, in Ohio. He preceded her in death on February 22, 2025. She held many secretarial positions throughout...
Jack Vincent Muscat
Oct 21, 2026
Jack Vincent Muscat of Caseville, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born in Detroit, on August 30, 1945 the son of the late Emmanuel and Clara (Haggins) Muscat.
Jack met the love of his life, Candy DeMilde, when they were in high school. What began as...
Kenneth Bruce Farnum
Oct 18, 2026
Kenneth Bruce Farnum, 78, of Watrousville, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility. Ken was born on August 9, 1948, in Caro, Michigan, to John and Imogene (Streeter) Farnum.
Ken proudly served in the United States Navy from August 16, 1969, to May 22, 1973. He served aboard the USS Saint Paul as...
Mark Joseph Bilicki
Oct 17, 2026
Mark Joseph Bilicki of Caro, age 69, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026 while at Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak. Mark was born in Caro on May 3, 1957, the son of the late Anthony and Pauline (Baker) Bilicki. He attended Kingston High School, where he began a life that would be defined by...
Alice J. Stecker
Oct 15, 2026
Alice J. Stecker (Gangler) of Unionville, age 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Alice was born on March 19, 1945, in Bad Axe, Michigan, to the late Christopher and Amelia (York) Gangler and was a 1963 graduate of Unionville High School. It was there that she met her high school...
Shirley Ann Ryan
Oct 13, 2026
Shirley Ann Ryan, age 100, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026, at Country Gardens in Pigeon, Michigan, under the compassionate care of Seasons Change hospice. She was a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love, adventure, laughter, and countless cherished memories. She will be forever remembered by those who were fortunate enough to know and love her.
Born on...
Patricia Ann (Cutter) Hager
Oct 13, 2026
Patricia Ann (Cutter) Hager of Caro, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 while at home. She was born on March 5, 1950 in Cumberland, Maryland, the daughter of the late Robert and Rose (Green) Cutter. She graduated from Northern Pontiac High School with the Class of 1968.
In 1967, Pat met the love of her life, Everett...
Randall "Randy" Lee Wilmont
Oct 9, 2026
Randall “Randy” Lee Wilmoth, age 67, of Caro passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 while at his home. He was born in Lake Orion on March 23, 1959, the son of the late Hazel Rupp. Randy spent his life as a painter and will be missed by his family and many friends.
He is survived by his son, Kelly Rathbun;...
John Clarke Colling
Oct 9, 2026
John Clarke Colling of Caro, age 79, passed away on October 9, 2026 at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. He was born on November 5, 1946, the son of Clarke Colling and Mabel (Gearin) Swisher.
In keeping with John's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.
Michael Peter Kubiak
Oct 9, 2026
Michael Peter Kubiak of Caro, age 80, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 while at home. He was born on September 9, 1946 in Detroit, the son of the late Sylvester and Helen (Zakalata) Kubiak.
Mike attended Laker High School and graduated with the Class of 1964. He continued his education at Ferris State University for one year before beginning...
Marion Louise Smith
Oct 8, 2026
Marion Louise Smith of Caro, age 88, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 while at Tuscola County Medical Care Community. She was born on July 16, 1938 in Byron, the daughter of the late Frank and Madeline (Vennevy) Smith.
Throughout her working years, she was employed at King’s Motel and Hunt’s Laundromat, where she took great pride in her work...
Kelly Jo (Champagne) Kube
Oct 7, 2026
Kelly Jo (Champagne) Kube of Bad Axe, age 52, passed away on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer that lasted nearly five years. She was born on January 19, 1974, in Pigeon, the daughter of James and Peggy (Thompson) Champagne. Kelly graduated from Laker High School with the Class of 1992 and went on to earn...
Robin Marie Shuck
Oct 4, 2026
Robin Marie (Ainsworth) Shuck of Caro, age 72, passed away on October 4, 2026, while at Heritage Hill Assisted Living. She was born on December 3, 1953 in Flint, the daughter of the late Robert and Rosa (McKee) Ainsworth. She attended Bendle High School and graduated with the Class of 1972.
On December 30, 1971, Robin married the love of her...
Michael Anthony Justice
Oct 3, 2026
Michael Anthony Justice of St. Clair Shores, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Fittingly, Mike spent his final moments in the place he loved most, the up-north woods. He was born on July 3, 1968, in Royal Oak, the son of the late John and Rosemarie (Palise) Justice.
Mike discovered a love and natural ability for football...
Mary Anne Gettel
Oct 3, 2026
Mary Anne Gettel of Bad Axe, formerly of Sand Point, age 86, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe. Mary Anne was born on July 22, 1940, in Monroe, Michigan, to the late Brouwer and Jane (Mitchell) McIntyre and was a 1958 graduate of Monroe High School. She attended Hillsdale College for a year...
Rose Marie (DeMarais) Motycka
Oct 3, 2026
With hearts full love and gratitude for her life, we announce the passing of our beloved Rose, who left us peacefully on Saturday October 3, 2026.
Throughout the 90 years of her life, Rose made everyone who entered her world feel special. She was a devout wife, selfless mother, doting grandmother, and warm friend to so many who were fortunate to...
Mark James Ewald
Oct 2, 2026
Mark James Ewald of Akron, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 2, 2026, while at his home. He was born on December 4, 1959 in Cass City, the son of the late James and Edith (Schuch) Ewald. Farming was embedded in Mark’s soul from an early age. He grew up on Loren-Ewald Farms as one of eight children,...
Nancy Neyrinck
Sep 30, 2026
Nancy Neyrinck of Cass City, age 83, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Medilodge of Cass City. Nancy was born August 14, 1943 in Mount Clemens.
In keeping with Nancy’s wishes, funeral services will be held privately.
