Roger Nowland
Apr 7, 2026
Roger Darrow Nowland, age 59, went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 7, 2026 at his home in Marion surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 6, 1966 in Wayne County.
He was an avid car enthusiast, often seen driving his car, Rooster, around and winning many car shows. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...
Marleen Heuker
Apr 6, 2026
Marleen (Schmidt) Heuker, age 89, of Marion passed way at her home on April 6, 2026. Marleen was born on November 18, 1936 in Edgerton, Minnesota to Henry and Nellie Schmidt. She married Theodore Heuker on November 20, 1956 in the Chapel at Pine Rest in Cutlerville. He preceded her in death on June 30, 2022.
Marleen was a long-time member...
Margaret Sara Hopkins
Apr 6, 2026
Margaret Sara Hopkins, age 92 of Marion, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Autumnwood of McBain. She was born on July 31, 1933, to Wallace and Margaret (Smith) Cavanaugh in Marion. On November 27, 1950, she married William Hopkins and he preceded her in death on April 9, 1994.
Margaret was a farmer’s wife and do it all kind...
Thomas Richard Truesdale
Apr 5, 2026
Thomas Richard Truesdale, age 68, of Manton, passed away on April 5, 2026 at the SunShine Home with his wife Robin by his side. He was born on August 15, 1957 to Robert and Lorna (Lovell) Truesdale. He married Robin Coleman on July 28, 1984 in Marion, Michigan.
Tom was an avid deer and a small game hunter. He enjoyed fishing...
Marian Florence Dull
Apr 1, 2026
Marian Florence Dull, passed away April 1, 2026 at Munson Cadillac, surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer.
Marian was born October 5, 1935 to Merlin and Florence (Przybylski) Vasser in Detroit, MI. She attended school in Onaway and Cadillac, MI. In August 1960 she married Larry D. Dull. He preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death,...
Kenneth Dewanye Benkert
Mar 28, 2026
Kenneth DeWayne Benkert lived a full and meaningful life, completing his 94-year journey on March 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 31, 1931, to Alexander and Mary (Rauch) Benkert.
After graduating from Hersey Township Agricultural School in May 1949, Ken enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country. Following his military service,...
Steven Joe Fredell
Mar 12, 2026
Steven Joe Fredell, 67 of Cadillac passed away March 12, 2026 with his children by his side. Born on January 24, 1959 to Gordon and Gladys Fredell.
Steven married the love of his life April 18, 1981. They lived their lives together in Cadillac where they raised their children. He devoted nearly 40 years of work at Rexair. He gained many...
Phyllis Jean Vanderhoef
Mar 7, 2026
Phyllis Jean Vanderhoef, age 79 of Marion passed away at her daughter’s home in Marion,
on March 7, 2026, to be with her Lord and Savior. Phyllis was born on February 21,1947 in Cadillac Michigan to David & Laura Jean (Cooper) Porter. She married LD Vanderhoef on October 17,1981 and
he preceded her in death on October 30, 2008.
Phyllis had worked as...
Benjamin Clark II
Mar 7, 2026
Benjamin Vernon Clark II, age 82 of Marion, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born on January 2, 1944 in Monticello, AR to Benjamin and Eleanor (Longstreth) Clark. On August 21, 1965 he married Jacquelyn Campbell.
Benjamin graduated from Caro High School in 1962, then attended CMU and graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science & Education....
Cathy Jo LaPlaunt
Mar 6, 2026
Cathy Jo LaPlaunt, age 67 of McBain, passed away on March 6, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 1, 1958 in Cadillac, MI to Herman and Anne (Huttenga) Zuiderveen.
She is survived by her son Matt (Amy) Wilson, five grandchildren and two step-grandchildren, siblings Dave (Joyce) Zuiderveen, Bob (Sherry) Zuiderveen and Von (Doug) Benthem as well as...
Roderick Kelsey Smith II
Mar 3, 2026
Roderick Kelsey Smith II went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Rod was born February 27, 1963 and grew up in East Grand Rapids, Michigan and was the proud son of a World War II US Army Captain now buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Washington, DC, and his mother Marjorie, who was a tenured English...
Harold James Helmboldt Jr.
Mar 1, 2026
Harold James Helmboldt Jr. died peacefully March 1st 2026 at his daughter’s home. He was 78 years of age. Known by most as Jim. Jim enjoyed a full life filled with many different passions. As a Vietnam veteran he served our country. He was a licensed pilot and enjoyed flying especially with his brother. Hunting and fishing were also special...
Ruby Averilla Hilts
Feb 27, 2026
Ruby Averilla Hilts (Sutten) went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 27, 2026 at her home in Marion surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 4, 1935 in Winterfield Township, Marion Michigan.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, the love of her life, Robert Deloss Hilts, her son Robert Deloss...
Leon Willis Whetstone
Feb 21, 2026
Leon Willis Whetstone, age 96 of Grand Rapids and formerly of the McBain area, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Byron Manor in Byron Center. He was born on November 8, 1929 in Mentone, IN to Casel and Audrey Whetstone. On May 2, 1948 he married Doris J. McGill in Warsaw, IN. On January 6, 2006 Leon...
Cherie Lee Letts
Feb 4, 2026
Cherie Lee Letts, age 56, of Cadillac, passed away on February 4, 2026.
Travis William Beerens II
Jan 25, 2026
Travis William Bereens II, age 24 of McBain, passed away in Ionia on Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born on August 15, 2001 in Cadillac, MI to Jennifer (Simmons) Boven and Travis Beerens.
Travis enjoyed doing things such as gaming and hanging out with friends.
He is survived by his parents Jen (Tim) Boven and Travis Beerens, grandparents Joyce and Jerry...
Judith Ann Kittle
Jan 23, 2026
Judith Ann Kittle, age 82 of McBain, passed away on Friday, January 23 at Autumnwood of McBain. At this time, no services are being planned.
Mary Ellen Gibson
Jan 23, 2026
Mary Gibson 6-17-1949 - 1-22-2026 of Lake City Michigan passed away at Autumnwood of McBain after a brief fight with lung cancer. Mary was the daughter of Stuart DeLong and Mary (Harris) DeLong.
She was preceded in death by a brother Bill, both parents and an infant son, Steven.
Mary is survived by her best friend and partner in life, James Harrington,...
Kathleen Lea Priestley
Jan 19, 2026
Kathleen Lea Priestley (71) of Hesperia passed on January 19, 2026. She was born to William and Orpha Ball on Dec 17, 1954. She graduated from Hesperia high school.
She was preceded in death by husband Dennis Priestley and daughter Heather Mead. Kathy is survived by son Heath Priestley, daughter-in-law Jennie Priestley. Grandchildren Katelyn Mead, Autumn Priestley, Jayden Priestley, and Lily...
Esther Ellen Heaton
Jan 11, 2026
Esther Ellen Heaton, age 96 of Cadillac, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at the Wexford Senior Care Center. Esther was born on September 4, 1929 in Cadillac to Blake and Nellie Miller. On June 26, 1948 she married Charles Uptegraph and he precedes her in death. She then married William Heaton on August 2, 1986 and he also...
