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Darwin "Pops" Johnson, longtime resident of Marion, passed away on Monday, September 19, 2022 at home with family by his side. He was 72. Pops, as most would have known him, was born Darwin Leroy Johnson on May 20, 1950, in Cadillac to Harold and Larue (McQuiston) Johnson. He entered into marriage with the former Marie Nowland on June 21, 1969. Pops was a jack of all trades and spent time working in McBain, Louisiana, Marion , and even Arizona for a bit. He had a unique gift of gab and enjoyed at times pointing out certain faults of others or the situation. Pops was a loving husband of 53 years, a caring father and grandfather and a supportive son and brother. He was an avid hunter and...

Deborah Jane Tomich, of Marion, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022 at her home with family by her side. She was 62. Deb was born on July 14, 1960 to Jerry and Mary Jane (McPherson) Kelley in Detroit, Michigan. After graduating high school, she went on to achieve her Master's Degree in teaching from Central Michigan University. Deb entered into marriage with Scot Daniel Tomich on October 18, 1980 in Carleton, Michigan. She dedicated her patient heart to serving and teaching children. Deb recently retired in 2019 from over 25 years of teaching special education. In her spare time, she could often be found outside, whether it was going fishing, for a motorcycle ride, camping with...

Betty Baker, of Jackson passed away Thursday, August 11, 2022 at Summit Park Assisted Living. She was 89. She was born on September 15, 1932, in Cadillac Michigan, to Oscar and Marguerite (Kent) Johnson. Betty was married to Wayne Baker, on March 27, 1955 in Marion, Michigan. Betty attended the University Of Michigan and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in nursing. As a Registered Nurse, she provided care in various locations including Cadillac, Port Huron and Jackson, Michigan. Betty enjoyed preparing for holidays as she loved to decorate for the festivities. Gathering with her family during these times was a priority. During the summer months, Betty and Wayne loved to visit Rose Lake...

Karen Ann Siadak, of Marion, passed away at home with family by her side on Thursday, August 11, 2022. She was 67. Karen was born on March 11, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan to Norman and Dorothy (Keller) Grimm. She was raised by her father and step-mother, the former Lillian Kobus, downstate and became a graduate of Lutheran East High School in Harper Woods, MI. Karen went on to attend school at Eastern Michigan University and eventually Wayne State where she earned a degree in Parks and Recreation. In year's past, Karen spent time working with the City of Detroit Parks and Recreation Department, overseeing parks and playgrounds. She also made use of her patience and giving heart working...

Donna Rae Robinson Geyer a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on July 3, 2022 with her family by her side. Donna was born in Evart, Michigan on May 24, 1939, the daughter of the late Clarence and Bertha (Pope) Robinson. She was preceded in death by three infant sisters. She married her one and only Carl Geyer in 1956. He was her partner in life for over 66 years. Born and raised in a small town, Donna grew up with small town values of the times, where the neighbors looked out for each other and the kids on the block all went home when the street lights came on. Donna was employed at Evart Products in Evart, MI until moving to the Upper Peninsula. She...

Patrick Lee Leonard, of Marion, was welcomed into the arms of his loving LORD and SAVIOR, JESUS CHRIST, on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, after a long, hard fought and determined battle against cancer, he went home with family by his side. He was 73. Pat was born on March 16, 1949, in Pontiac, Michigan to Kenneth and Berneice (Sueper) Leonard. He grew up downstate in West Bloomfield and graduated from Walled Lake High School, before answering the call of duty and entering the United States Air Force. Pat enlisted at Wurtsmith Air Force Base in November of 1968. He was a proud veteran and served as a Master Sergeant, making a career for over 22 years with the military. Following the time...

Lori Leone Pritchard, of Marion passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at her home. She was 62. She was born on September 9, 1959, in Zeeland, Michigan to Elwin Pritchard and Wava Leone (Richardson). Lori worked as a house keeper. Lori was known for being a extremely friendly and joyful person as she knew everyone and enjoyed their company. She loved the Marion community and enjoyed visiting downtown so she could visit everyone and grab a bite to eat. In her free time you could find Lori knitting and with her beloved dog, Coco. Lori was a member of the Ever Ready club in Marion and the Methodist Women's Circle. Lori is survived by her brothers, Roger Pritchard (Karen Hammer) and Gary...

Charlsie "Maxine" Nowland, of Marion, passed away on Sunday, June 26, 2022 at her home with family by her side. She was 93. Maxine was born on February 12, 1929 to Charles and Beatrice (Sloan) Cross in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She was raised in Jackson, Mississppi and later relocated to the Wayne, Michigan area and finally retired to Marion. Maxine is survived by her loving children, Barbara Jean (Wes) Rack, Betty Sue (Allan) Kohlhoff, Ruth Ann (Timothy) DelPiero, Michael William Michael Todd (Kathy), and Roger Darrow (Tiffany) Nowland; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and many other loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her first husband, William Earl Todd;...

Helen Arlene Richardson, of Marion, passed away on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 at home with family by her side. She was 88. Helen was born on September 17, 1933 to Arly and Vera (VanWegen) Reedy in Sylvan Township, Michigan. Her life long passion was working with flowers. She owned "Flowers by Tender Touch" for many years. Helen sewed for her young children and made most of their wedding dresses as adults. She enjoyed her many family vacations and cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In later years, she found pleasure in playing bingo and traveling to casinos. Helen is survived by her loving husband of 69 years, Kenneth L. Richardson; children, Ginny Cox, Cindy Mathewson,...

Bradley Allen Johnson, of Traverse City, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at his home. He was 29. Brad was born on August 29, 1992 to Daniel and Ann (Towe) Johnson in Alpena, Michigan. He was engaged to be married to Julia Borucki. In his spare time he could often be found outside, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed playing a game of cards with his friends and family. Brad cherished the time spent with his family and will be remembered as a loving son and brother and a hard worker. Bradley is survived by his father, Daniel Johnson; mother, Ann (Kent) Austin; siblings, Blake Johnson, Bryce Johnson and Brooke Johnson; step-siblings, Katie Austin, Ashley Austin and Holly Segar; and many...

Robert "Bob" Peters, of Marion, passed away on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was 81. Bob is survived by his sister, Wilma Gibbs of Clare; his son, Mark McConnell of Texas; daughter, Janet McConnell of Lake City; siblings, Robert (Jo Ann) Pifer of Cadillac, Neil (Lou)Pifer of Marion, Ruth Ann Nurrie of Kalamazoo, Marilyn Kay (Dan) of Waterford, and Steven (Kathy) Pifer of Marion. Bob was preceded in death by his mother, Flourence Peters; sister Joyce Strange; and parents, Leon and Evelyn Pifer. Funeral services will take place at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Fosnaught-Holdship Funeral Home in Marion, with visitation one hour prior....

Nancy Pearl Hatfield, of Cadillac, passed away on Friday, 13 2022 in her home surrounded by her children at her bedside. She was 81. Nancy was born on April 22nd, 1941 in Pontiac, Michigan to Cecil and Dorothy Kenyon. She entered into marriage on August 27th, 1960 with Rev. Phillip Hatfield. The couple spent 41 years together until his time of passing in 2002. What is there to say about our dear mother, she was a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day and the shelter from a storm. Mom always had a hand ready to lend out in the time of need to anyone. If it be to a stranger or to a friend. If they needed food she would cook, if they need company she would visit, if they needed spiritual uplifting...

Barry Allan Prielipp, longtime resident of Marion passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at home with family by his side. He was 71. Barry was born on January 10, 1951, in Cadillac to Wilbur and Lucille (Richardson) Prielipp. He attended Marion High School and became a member of the 1969 graduating class. A few years following Barry entered into marriage with his high school sweetheart the former Annette Strauch. The two were wed on August 18th, 1973 at the United Methodist Church in Marion. Barry made his living on the farm, raising beef and working the land. He had many aspirations, working at most of them, or at least giving them an attempt. From his giant vegetable garden and...

James Alexander Johnson, 96, died on April 19, 2022 in Lansing, MI, following a brief illness. Jim was born on January 9, 1926 in Mount Pleasant, MI, the eldest son of Mark Andrew and Verna Charlotte (Hensley) Johnson of Cadillac, and formerly of Mount Pleasant, Ionia, West Branch and Marion, MI. Jim attended the Cadillac public schools, graduating in 1944. Following high school, he was drafted into the army and fought in the Po Valley of Italy throughout WWII. Jim received the American Theater Service medal, Good Conduct medal and European-African-Middle Eastern Theater Service medal. Upon his return, he enrolled at Michigan Technological University, receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Civil...

Katherine Elaine York, of Marion and formerly of Arkansas, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at Autumnwood of McBain. She was 82. Kathie was born on September 22, 1939, in Marion, MI to Herbert and Josephine (Beebe) Vanderhoof. She entered into marriage with Leroy York, who preceded her in death nine years prior. Kathie moved back to Marion from Arkansas eight years ago, where she had spent time caring for handicapped children and spent time painting artwork. Kathie liked spending time in the garden, admiring flowers, and loved old time country music. She is survived by her siblings, numerous nieces and nephews, as well as many other loving family members and friends. She was...

Albert "Al" Martinson Jr., of Paris, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 19, 2021 at home. He was 82. Al was born on January 29, 1939 in Marion, to Albert Sr. and Ida Mae (Phelps) Martinson. He spent many of his younger adult years working for Montgomery Ward, driving trucks and delivering furniture. He later went on to obtain his Masters Degree in Psychology from Grand Valley State University. Using his expertise, he worked at various places including Hope Network, Community Mental Health, and most recently Catholic Social Services, counseling at-risk people and those in need. Family meant everything to Al. There was nothing he enjoyed more than sitting with those he loved and...

Phyllis Marie Wyman, of Roscommon, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021. She was 96. Phyllis was born in Fenton, MI and is the oldest of seven children. Her family moved to the Marion area where she met and married the love of her life, Carl Wyman, who preceded her in death in 2008. After Starting a family together in Roscommon they moved to Plymouth, MI in 1960. It was there that Phyllis got her nursing license and worked at Beyer and Garden City Hospitals. Phyllis retired in 1981 and her and Carl moved to Higgins Lake to enjoy their Golden Years, where they enjoyed many activities like, camping, fishing, trips to the woods picking berries, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling....

Jerry Quibell, longtime resident of Marion and formerly of Pontiac, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at his home. He was 59. Jerry was born on August 28, 1962, in Pontiac to Donald and Donna (Johnson) Quibell. Jerry attended and graduated from Pontiac Northern, where he excelled in baseball and other sports. He began a career in construction downstate working with Barker Concrete, before eventually making his way north and making Highland Township his home. Jerry spent time helping out at the Horseshoe Bar in Marion on occasion and could often be found at many of the area's softball and golf outings. Jerry enjoyed the outdoors and spent the last few years...

Jerry Quibell, longtime resident of Marion and formerly of Pontiac, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at his home. He was 59. Jerry was born on August 28, 1962, in Pontiac to Donald and Donna (Johnson) Quibell. Jerry attended and graduated from Pontiac Northern, where he excelled in baseball and other sports. He began a career in construction downstate working with Barker Concrete, before eventually making his way north and making Highland Township his home. Jerry spent time helping out at the Horseshoe Bar in Marion on occasion and could often be found at many of the area's softball and golf outings. Jerry enjoyed the outdoors and spent the last few years...

Betty Ann Thompson, formerly of the Marion area, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at the Granbury Care Center in Texas. She was 85. Betty was born on March 13, 1936 to Carl and Ellen (Cleveland) Thompson in Marion, Michigan. She entered into marriage with Bruce W. Thompson on October 3, 1953 in Marion. The couple spent nearly 65 years together until his time of passing in 2018. Betty enjoyed spending time outdoors alongside her husband, growing flowers, and working puzzles, to name a fewShe was a devoted wife, dedicated mother and a loving grandmother. Betty is survived by her loving family, children, Kenneth (Robyn) Thompson of Oak Ridge, TN, Jack Thompson of Marion, Rex (Michele)...

Edward Allison Kirkby, 84, of Marion died of respiratory failure on September 30, 2021. He was born in Lansing MI to Delphin and Susan (Dougherty) Kirkby in 1937. Overcoming difficult circumstances and learning disabilities, he graduated from Sexton High School in 1955 and Michigan State in 1959 with majors in mathematics and geology. In 1962, while working for the Michigan Conservation Department and conducting a geology field trip, he met the love of his life Barbara Bontekoe, a teaching student at CMU, and they married in 1963. Barb was instrumental in the master's degree that he obtained, supportive of his other endeavors and tolerant of his dogs. Ed and Barb moved to Marion in...