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Paul R. Wetzel, 67, passed away on March 12, 2025, he was a lifelong resident of Lake City, MI. He was born to Joseph and Bessie Wetzel (Keelan) in Owosso, MI and moved to Lake City shortly afterwards. He graduated from Lake City High School in 1975 and went into the United States Airforce serving 4 years. After that he came back to Lake City and worked on the Oil Rigs with many of his lifelong friends (they know who they are). His Brother Edward and him started a used car business called Mid-Michigan Auto and later nephew Jason Wetzel took it over. He officially retired at 65 but Paulie was always there to lend a helping hand with anything for anyone. Paul lived a life filled with laughter...

Gregory Peckham arrived in this life on June 11, 1946, in Lake City, Michigan, and departed on December 1, 2024, in Pompano Beach, Florida. Greg was a larger-than-life person both physically and in spirit. Cherished by his children and adored by his grandchildren. Knowing Greg would be described as a wild experience. Someone who loved life and lived to the fullest until the end. He was a true character; some may say the funniest, craziest person they ever met. He dabbled in the oil industry but was best known professionally as a manufacturer of shoes; self-declared as the Shah of Shoes. He led his companies in Wisconsin, the Dominican Republic and China. One of his proud achievements in...

In Loving Memory of Brenda Parks It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Parks, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on November 23, 2024. Brenda was born on April 9, 1958, and her 66 years on this earth was filled with love, compassion, and a tireless dedication to others. Brenda was the cherished wife of Bryan Parks, her soulmate and partner of 46 beautiful years. Their journey together began 50 years ago, and over the decades, their bond only grew stronger, rooted in love, mutual respect, and an enduring friendship. She was a devoted mother to her children, Brianna and Doug, and Shanna with Dan, who will forever hold her...

Lake City - Arlene Frances (Sulkowski) Sindlinger, born to Ernest and Elsie (Witt) Sulkowski on July 14, 1936, in Northville, Michigan died on June 14, 2024, at her home in Lake City, Michigan under the loving care of her family and friends. Arlene was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Victor Sorg Sindlinger; her parents; sister, Marion Geer; and son-in-law, Paul Broering. She leaves behind her sisters, Alberta Hoseney and Val Rae Schmidt; children, Douglas Sindlinger II, Yvonne Beerens, Tina Broering, Dennis Sindlinger, and special friend, Colleen Lueck. She is also survived by her granddaughters, Tiffany (Steven) Robbins, Shannon Osgood, and Weston Sindlinger;...

Quentin "Sarge" Stanley Sargent, 87, of Lake City Michigan, died at 1 p.m. Monday, June 10, 2024 at Cadillac Munson Hospital, Cadillac, Michigan. Sarge was born on April 21, 1937, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the son of Virgil and Anna (Struss) Sargent. He graduated from Huntington Township in 1955. He retired from the Coast Guard on April 1, 1978, after 20 years of service. Sarge married Nancy Elizabeth Wires on July 27, 1960. He enjoyed spending time with his family. His hobbies included collecting classic model cars, playing the harmonica and he was also an artist. Survivors include his wife, Nancy Elizabeth Sargent of Lake City, Michigan; Daughters, Tina ("Boz") Bozkurt of Aberdeen, North...

Linda Lucille Goodrich, age 65 of Britton, MI, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Trinity Health-St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ypsilanti, MI. She was born on September 15, 1957 in Tecumseh to Kenneth M. and Marilyn J. (Relyea) Myers. She married John Goodrich on June 20,1975 and they shared 48 years together. Linda was raised in Butterfield Twp. and attended grade school in Merritt and high school in Lake City. After her marriage, she and John lived in many places before settling in Britton, MI. Linda was a self-employed housekeeper for many years and also worked for Shar Products before retiring early due to medical reasons. Some of Linda's favorite things were spending time with family,...

Larry Duane HIll, age 79, passed away on February 19, 2024. He was born at home on October 17, 1944 in Lake City, Michigan to Uretta and Lewis HIll. Larry graduated from Lake City High School in 1962, enlisted in the Marines in 1965, and served until honorably discharged in 1969 with a rank of Sargent. He fought in the Vietnam War and was awarded the Purple Heart, Navy Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defence Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam, Campaign Medal, and Rifle Sharpshooter Badge. Larry was an over the road truck driver for more than 40 years as well as a Jeffco Sheriff's officer, car salesman, and did cement work for a construction company. Larry was a...

Pamelia Trupiano Smith went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 3, 2024. She was born on January 2, 1938, to Steven and Arlene Trupiano. After a brief marriage to Arlene, her father married Ernestine Lake Gill, and she was raised in a loving blended family. After high school, Pam married briefly and had two sons, James ( Barbie) Bennett and Stephen (Patricia) Bennett. In 1969, Pam met the love of her life, Rolland (Smitty) Smith and they were inseparable thereafter. They married in 1979. Pam graduated from Marshall High School in 1956, and attended Wright Beauty Academy, working in several local beauty parlors. She also worked in the food and hospitality industry and was a...

Our Son, Father, Brother, and friend, Michael Watkins passed away peacefully December 29th, after a brief illness, in the presence of his loving family and the Lord. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Michael used his service training to enjoy a successful lifelong career for the Cummings Corporation serving in every capacity from diesel mechanic to upper management. Michael's family was his joy. He is survived by his sons, Justin Watkins, Mason (Mary Kaye) Watkins, Hayden Watkins and Granddaughter Mae; his parents, Norma (Mark) Keelean, Sisters, Christine and Barb, brother, Bill Crusan and their respective families. Also many nieces and nephews who adored him. Michael was preceded in...

Obituary: Martin Paul Cockeram (May 13, 1977 - December 18, 2023) Martin Paul Cockeram, age 46, passed away on December 18, 2023, in Traverse City. He was a loving father and his two daughters, Madison Renee Cockeram and Payton Rylie Cockeram, and son, Preston Thomas Thieman, they meant the world to him. Martin was known for his caring nature and willingness to help anyone in need. Born on May 13, 1977, Martin grew up in Cadillac and attended Cadillac High School. Martin most recently worked as a delivery driver at Vandries of Cadillac, where he formed strong bonds with his coworkers, whom he considered family. He had also worked at FIAMM and Walmart during his professional journey. In...

Jacob (Jake) Westmaas passed away unexpectedly on December 12, 2013, at his home in grant rapids. Jacob was born to his parents Penny and Andrew Westmaas. on April 13, 1993. After graduation from Northern Michigan Christian School, Jake went on to college at Calvin College, then graduated from Grand Valley University, with a degree in Environmental Studies. In 2020 Jake married the love of his life, Sydney Bonner, and they lived in grand Rapids since then. They loved pets and had dogs Sara and Kiba, and their cat Boo Boo. Jake loved the outdoors ad hunting. This fall he got a nice 10 point buck. He was also a talented musician, first learning to play several instruments, and later...

Gordon Edward Jesweak passed away peacefully at home on Thursday November 16, 2023. He was 80. Gordon was born January 13, 1943 to Isabell Jesweak. In 1963 he married Jane Emmons. They just celebrated their 60 years together October, 15 2023. Gordon served in the Air Force during the Vietnam war from August 1963 through June 1967. He is survived by his wife Jane Jesweak, son Shawn Jesweak (Dar Wiggins) and Grandson Garrett Jesweak (Megan Swanberg) and Great Grandson Logan Jesweak. Gordon was preceded in death by his parents Clayton and Isabell Jesweak and brother Clayton Jr. Jesweak. Graveside services will be held by immediate family.

Tonya Walters Sloan age 56 passed away November 3 at Munson Medical Center from injuries sustained in an auto accident. Born September 29, 1967 to Jacquline(Lucky) and Larry Walters. Lived in Mt. Clemens and moved to New Baltimore and graduated in 1985 from Anchor Bay High School. Worked at Selfridge Air Base for ServAir and moved with the company to New Jersey. Married Darren Sloan in 1995 and moved to Winchester Kentucky. Worked for Codell Construction and DMA Construction. Divorced in 2013 and in 2016 moved to Cadillac. Recently worked for Fur Pups Sake grooming and boarding then at Meauwataka Store. Loved horses, her pets, sailing, gardening ad kayaking. Survived by her father...

Gregory Wayne Scholten, known to his loved ones as Greg, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023, at the age of 75, in Traverse City, Michigan. He was born on July 3, 1948, in Cadillac, Michigan, Greg was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. Greg was a family-oriented man who cherished his loved ones above all else. He was married to his devoted wife, Sally Scholten, for 39 wonderful years. Together, they built a strong and loving partnership. Greg's children, Delsie Scholten, Michelle (Leo) Little, Christina (Kevin) Baker, Jonathan (Mary) Nolf, and Rebecca (Ryan) Colvin, were the pride and joy of his life. He adored his grandchildren, Erica...

Stevan Richard Oakley, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home on October 12, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born in Garden City, Michigan in 1958, Steve moved with his family to Lake City, MI in 1973, where he met and married his soulmate and best friend Virginia Quist. They married in 1977 and went on to celebrate 46 years of marriage. Together, they built a home in Douglas, Michigan, raised two beloved children, Alex and Kara, and delighted in their granddaughters, Lyla and Kallan. Steve earned a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Western Michigan University and worked to ensure the safe, effective...

Leroy (Lee) August Sinda passed away on September 30, 2023 at the age of 93 in Alpena Michigan. He was born in the home of his parents (August Sinda & Cecelia Jarczynski) in Van Dyke Michigan. Lee married his high school sweetheart Alice Gaskill. They began their married life in Warren Michigan and were blessed with three children. They were married for 38 wonderful years; she tragically died of cancer at the age of 57. Happily Betty then came into his life along with her family. Betty and Lee have been married for 24 years. Lee worked hard all his life. He started working in the sawdust industry with his father-in-law. He transitioned to becoming a Mason/Bricklayer, joining...

Barbara Ann (Schneider) Clemens, born December 24, 1935, passed away September 14, 2023 surrounded lovingly by her husband and family. Barbara was born in Detroit, MI to the late Frank and Stella Schneider. Barbara attended St. Alphonsos Catholic School and received her bachelor's degree in medical technology from Mercy College in Detroit. Barbara was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Cadillac and Holy Family Catholic Church in Port St. Lucie, FL. Barbara retired from Michigan Community Blood Center where she worked for over 20 years. Barbara loved reading, dancing and spending time with family and friends. Barbara, and her husband Robert, met during her senior year of...

Lorraine McKane (nee Beagle) Age 92 of East Lansing, MI passed away peacefully on 9/11/2023 in East Lansing, MI. Lorraine was born on May 20, 1931 in Holland Michigan to Clarence and Susie Beagle. She grew up in Lake City, Michigan during the hardships of the Great Depression and World War II years that shaped her character. She instilled these values in her children. She graduated from Lake City High School in 1949 and graduated from a business college. She worked as a secretary at BF Goodrich until she married the love of her life, Richard McKane, in 1958. They moved to Meridian Township where they raised their two children. After their youngest child was in school, she began working...

Lewis Patrick Beaver, born on January 15, 1935 to Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Beaver. Preceded in death by his brothers Morris, Ronald and Sister Nancy, and his bride of 62 years Pauline Audrey Beaver. He is survived by his four sons, Tom Beaver of Houghton Lake, Tony Beaver, Wayne, MI, Timothy Beaver of Port Huron, MI and Terrance Beaver of Hudson, FL. 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Lewis passed peacefully in his home in Lake City surrounded by his four loving sons and their families on September 9, 2023. Services will be held at a later date. Rest in Peace

Deloris Maxine Fockler Eicke of The Colony Texas, passed away on 30 July, 2023 at the age of 91. Deloris was born on May 16, 1932 to Lloyd Eugene (Slim) Fockler and Francis Harriet Becker in Boon Township Michigan. She grew up in Merritt Michigan and graduated from Merritt High School. Deloris truly loved others unconditionally and found the best in everyone. Deloris is survived by her sons; Robert; Edward and wife Alice Robinson; Dennis and wife Karen McGinnis; Charles and wife Rose Barksdale; Barry; Sam; her 12 grandchildren; and her 10 great-grandchildren. Deloris is preceded in death by her parents; Lloyd and Francis Fockler; her son; William Bradford; and her brothers; Doyle...

Arthur Joseph Beagle, 65, passed away suddenly from heart and respiratory complications on July 21, 2023. Art was born in Cadillac, MI on November 7, 1957, to David John and Linna (Whitman) Beagle. At the time of Art's birth his dad was the Sheriff of Missaukee County. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers-in law, Alden Wyma and Doug Haug. He is survived by his wife, Karla, two children, Andrew Emeott, Kara Emoett-Reinke and five grandchildren. He is also survived by four sisters, Karen Wyma, Charlene Beagle, Bernadette (Mike) Foreman, Christian Haug and a brother David (Jessie) Beagle. Surviving also are Uncle Henry (Jackie) Beagle of Cadillac, Aunt Lorraine McKane of...