Vincent “Mike” Michael

Vincent “Mike” MichaelVincent “Mike” Michael, age 73, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at home, surrounded by family after a four year battle with cancer.He was born on Aug. 21, 1952, the son of Francis E. and Dorothy L. (Rowden) Michael, in Pontiac, MI.

Kathryn J. Gallagher

Kathryn J. GallagherKathryn J. Gallagher, age 88, of Gladwin, passed away on May 18, 2026. She was born on March 26, 1938, the daughter of Bill and Florence Gallagher, in Detroit.

James S. Moser

James S. MoserJames S. Moser, age 71, of Gladwin, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He was born on April 28, 1955, the son of Wayne and Dora (Holmes) Moser, in Petoskey, MI.James worked as a Scrub Nurse at Petoskey Regional Hospital for many years before becoming a Surgical Tech Rep.

Victory Ray “Vic” Havens

Victory Ray “Vic” HavensVictory Ray “Vic” Havens, born Aug. 3, 1942, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May 30, 2026 at the age of 83.Vic was born to Victory F. Havens and Lucile Havens. His father was killed in action during World War II.

James Edward Forgie

James Edward ForgieJames Edward Forgie, age 98 of Cookeville, Tennessee passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Life Care Center of Sparta.He was born March 18, 1928 in Elyria, Ohio, and he was the son of the late Robert and Marjorie Demaray Forgie. Mr.

Kenneth N. Ashley Jr.

Kenneth N. Ashley Jr.Kenneth N. Ashley Jr., age 64, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1962, the son of Kenneth Ashley Sr. and Lucille Walters, in Clare.Kenneth working in manufacturing at Evart Products for 15 years.

Marilyn Earl (Wortman) Bienz

Marilyn Earl (Wortman) BienzMarilyn Earl (Wortman) Bienz, age 97, of Houghton Lake, formerly of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 at The Brook of Houghton Lake. She has been reunited with her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on May 27, 1928, in Jackson, MI.

Cynthia Muma

Cynthia MumaCynthia Muma, age 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. She was born on Nov. 22, 1948, the daughter of Keith and Arlene (Haines) Gilbert, in Frankfort, MI. Cynthia graduated from Clare High School in 1967.

Whitmer memorial service

A memorial service for Ronald Whitmer, Chris “Stanley” Whitmer, and Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 1-5 p.m. at Jackie and Jeremy’s house located at 3131 Guernsey Road in Beaverton, MI 48612.Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.

Velma Mae Longstreth

 On May 11, 2026, Velma Mae Longstreth, age 86, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Velma was born on Nov.18, 1939, in Pontiac to John F. and Iva (Vorce) Methner.On Aug. 30, 1958, she married the love of her life, Ronald Longstreth Sr.