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Loretta "Lori" Marie (Belisle) Schweyer, age 82, of Onaway, MI, formerly of Waterville, OH, died April 17, 2022 in her home. Longtime Catholic educator in the Toledo area. Wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. A celebration of life is being planned for a later date. Cremation arrangements in care of Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway, MI - www.chagnonfh.com.

Steven A. Vohs, age 69, of Indian River, died at home unexpectedly on December 27, 2021. The son of Joseph and Irene Vohs, Steve was born in Detroit, raised in Warren, and graduated from Cusino High School. He went on to enlist in the U.S. Army. Very patriotic, Steve served stateside as a military policeman at Fort Campbell, KY during the Vietnam Era. He married the love of his life, Patricia A. Stanley on December 22, 1972 at St. Sylvester Catholic Church in Warren. In 1974 Steve and Patricia moved to Indian River where Steve opened Stanley's Variety, which later became Ben Franklin, and eventually The Summer Store. The Summer Store was Steve's passion. As a valued member of the...

John J. Pavelec, 78, of Holly, formerly of Leonard, hunter and avid trout fisherman, died at home Sunday Aug. 29, 2021. Owner, corporate officer, and lead salesman for Betaram, Inc. and member of the United Methodist Church in Lakeville. He leaves his wife, Susan; sons, Jeffrey (Debra) and Adam; sister, Pamela (Tom) Fellner; and granddaughter, Brianna Pavelec. Funeral - Chagnon Funeral Home in Onaway on Thursday Sept. 2, 2021 at 11:00 AM. www.chagnonfh.com.

Douglas Dale Domke, "DDD", age 79, of Fairbanks, Alaska and Onaway, Michigan, died Monday August 16, 2021 at his home in Onaway where he spent the summer months. The son of Hardy and Tracy (Bruder) Domke, Doug was born on March 22, 1942 in Forest Township on the Domke Farm just a stone throw from where he passed away. A proud union man, Doug was a journeyman lineman and a member of the IBEW Local 1547 in Alaska for 57 years. In 1966 Doug moved to Alaska to work on the pipeline but also worked for a time at Presque Isle Electric and as a lineman in Oklahoma. Alaska suited Doug just fine; he was an avid big game hunter and enjoyed Alaska's incredible fishing. The rugged wilderness of...

William C. Reinhardt, "Bill", 51, of Onaway, formerly of Bay City, died unexpectedly due to an accident on Monday Aug. 9, 2021. The son of the late Michael and Linda Reinhardt, Bill was raised in Bay City and attended Bay City Central High School. Surviving are his son, Tyler Reinhardt; fianc?, Misty McKenzie of Onaway and her daughters, Jaycee and Jordan; sisters, Michelle Reinhardt (Sam) of Tawas and Heather Reinhardt (Josh) of Oscoda; and brother, Brian Reinhardt (Tina) of Sterling. Bill's family will receive friends at the Forest Township Hall 9511 M-68 & 33 Hwy., Onaway on Sunday Aug. 15, 2021 from Noon until the time of the service at 2:00 PM.

Guy C. Watkins, age 71, of Indian River, died at home on Thursday August 5, 2021. Born in Garden City on May 12, 1950, Guy was the son of Charles and Dorothy (Mearnic) Watkins. A mason by trade, Guy worked with his father in their family business, Charles Watkins and Son Masonry. Most of their work was in Ann Arbor where they built many beautiful brick, block, and stone buildings. Guy took great pride in doing a job well done. He was known for his dependability and high quality workmanship. In 1997, Guy moved permanently to his home on Silver Lake near Indian River from Dexter where he had lived for many years and raised his family. He started a new business, Watkins Masonry, and worked...

Coralee (Southwell) Porter of Onaway died June 17, 2021 in Petoskey. Arrangments in care of Chagnon Funeral Home.

age 81, formerly of Flint Twp., died June 8, 2021. Retired in 1995 from GM's Flint Engine Plant. Husband of Linda (nee Roberson); stepfather of Shane and Jamie (Michelle) Kimbrell; grandfather of six; and brother of Bill (Kay) and Marjorie Faulds. www.chagnonfh.com.

William Shinn, "Bill", 77, of Canada Creek Ranch (Atlanta), formerly of St. Johns, died June 5, 2021. Born September 3, 1943, Bill was the son of Clarence and Dora (Gassbeek) Shinn. A die maker by trade, Bill retired in 2003 from General Motors Oldsmobile plant in Lansing. Surviving is his wife, Kathy of Canada Creek Ranch; son, Richard (Christina) of Mission, TX; daughters, Dawn (Gary) Sanborn of Hubbardston and Sherry (Dave) Weber of Ithaca; 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; sister, Barbara Wagner of Lansing and brother, Robert of Ovid. Funeral mass - St. Paul Catholic Church, Onaway, 11:00 AM on June 8, 2021. www.chagnonfh.com

Delford Davis, "Del", 77, of Cheboygan, formerly of Lansing , died May 23, 2021. Born October 7, 1943, Del was the son of Franklin and Ruth (Paeth) Davis. In 1999 he married Linda Allaire and they retired to Cheboygan in 2007. Del worked for many years as a manager at the Butcher Shop in Lansing. He was an avid fan of NASCAR and made it an annual event to travel to "Indy" to watch the drag races. Del loved watching all sports, especially his Michigan State Spartans. Surviving Del is his wife of 22 years, Linda; sons, Del Jr. (Kim) Davis, Rob (Jennifer) Rosenthal, and Dustin (Pauahi) Harris; daughter, Kristina (Mark) Beaubien; 15 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and his sister, ...

Everal Fesko, 97, of Tower, formerly of Ecorse, died Apr. 23, 2021. Retired from Ecorse Public Schools. Wife of the late Edward Fesko. Mother of Edward Jr. (Pearl), Jerry (Junell) Nichols, the late Alan Nichols, and the late Joyce Heiman; grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother. Visitation Friday Apr. 30, 4 - 8 pm at Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway. Funeral service Saturday May 1 at 4 pm, Onaway United Methodist Church. Graveside Service 1:00 PM on Friday May 7 at Michigan Memorial Park, Flat Rock. www.chagnonfh.com

Elsie M. Smith, 85, passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter in Brighton on March 1, 2021. She was born to Donald and Eva Hoffmeyer in Onaway on June 29, 1935 and married Stanley R. Smith on June 1, 1957. Elsie was a wonderful wife, mother, and homemaker who was full of life and humor. She was always there for everyone and will be deeply missed by all, as the love was so very mutual. Elsie was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley; sister, Dorothy Painter; and brother, Earl Hoffmeyer. Surviving are her children, Darwin (Charlene), John (Carey), and Lori (Scott) Allen; 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; sisters, Florence Newsted, Thelma (Aaron) Curtis, and Darlene...

86, of Onaway, formerly of Clinton Township, died February 12, 2021. Chrysler retiree and Salvation Army volunteer. Husband of Carol: father of Kevin (Kim Slocum) , Keith (Janice), and Kim (John) Cobb; step-father of Robert (Nicole) Schirmer; grandfather, and brother of Cheryl Ward. Funeral at St. Paul Catholic Church in Onaway at 11:00 AM on May 3, 2021 followed by military honors and graveside service at St. Paul Cemetery. www.chagnonfh.com

Thomas M. Gilbert, "Tom", 82, of Onaway, formerly of Algonac, died January 23, 2021. Born and raised in Onaway, Tom went on to serve in the U.S. Army. He married Florence "Ann" Boucher in 1962. Following her death, Tom later married Kay (Cremean) Delor on October 14, 1978 in Algonac. He worked as a union carpenter through Local 1067, retired in 1995, and returned to the family farm where he spent his time hobby farming, deer hunting, and coyote hunting. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Kay Gilbert ; daughter, Annette Gilbert of Onaway; sons, Tom (Donna) of Jeddo, Kurt (Julie) of Prudenville, and Jeff Delor of Onaway; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Tom also leaves...

Earl E. Stevens, 84, formerly of Davison, died December 25, 2020. Retired after more than 30 years at General Motors where he worked as a crane operator. Avid Honda Gold Wing rider, hunter, fisherman, hobby farmer and tractor enthusiast. Husband of the late Betty. Father of Craig (Suzanne) of Davison and Ken (Brenda) of Millington. Grandfather of Brad (Elizabeth) and Kelly. Great grandfather of Destiny and Christine. Brother of Donna Camp of Onaway, Ron (Fran) of Flint and Archie (Cora) of Onaway. Graveside service - 11 AM on Saturday May 8 at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 10085 M-68 Hwy., Onaway, MI with Celebration of Life to follow at Tower Hall, 9511 M-68, Onaway. For full obituary...

Tanya Jeanne Chevalier was born February 8, 1971 and went peacefully to be with Jesus surrounded by family and her dogs on December 24, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. She was an Advanced CNA and worked in the home health care industry. She was a devoted and caring health care provider and a loving mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother. She loved the outdoors and also adored dogs. She had a special place in her heart for her favorite dog, appropriately named "Best Friend", as well as her current dogs, "Bones" and "Bentley". Tanya leaves behind her companion, William Northover and her children, Kaila (Sean) Duggan, Shawn McDonald, and Geoffrey Chevalier II; her mother, Debbie...

Al Maupin, of Wolverine, died at home December 17, 2020. Cremation arrangements in care of Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway.

Rosalee Kay Riddle, age 71, of Onaway, Michigan, formerly of Warsaw, died unexpectedly on Friday December 11, 2020 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey. MI. Born on October 31, 1949 in Warsaw, Indiana Rosalee was the daughter of Russell and Peggy (Shoemaker) Foreman. It was at a grocery store that Rosalee first met Earnest E. Riddle. He eventually became her husband on November 3, 1999 and they made their home in Warsaw before moving to Onaway in 2001. After 25 years Rosalee retired from R.R. Donnlley Lakeside Press in Warsaw where she worked as a production clerk and materials handler. A wonderful homemaker, Rosalee had a specific routine for her household chores and...

Dr. Loren Keith Beard, Jr., 66, of Rochester Hills, died Saturday November 14, 2020 at The Pines of Burton. Retired from Chrysler Headquarters where he worked as a fuel specialist. Husband of the late, Denise (nee Harris). Brother of Larry (Pearl) Beard of Metamora, Gerald (Terri) Beard of Greer, SC and Susan (John) Pavelec. Son of the late Loren and Thelma Beard. Cremation arrangements in care of Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway.

Gordon R. Sheldon, age 87, of Cheboygan, died Thursday November 12, 2020 at the Brook of Cheboygan. The son of Jay and Della (Flager) Sheldon, Gordon was born and raised in Mackinaw City. He graduated from Mackinaw City High School in 1951 and went on to teacher's college in Marquette but his time there was cut short when he was called to serve during the Korean War. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, Gordon served on the aircraft carrier USS Wasp in the South China Sea. He was honorably discharged in 1957 and served in the Naval Reserves until 1961. After returning from Korea, Gordon married Carol Ottoson on May 8, 1954 in Chicago. They made their home and raised their family in the greater...

Ronald Emmett Aulwes, 89, of Tower, died November 11, 2020. Born August 25, 1931 in Detroit, Ron served as a medical assistant in the Korean War. Ron held a special place in his heart for the Detroit Lions, Detroit Tigers and the Michigan Horse Racing Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmett and Antoinette Agnes Aulwes and former wife, Eva. He leaves brothers, Thomas (Nellie) Maliszewski and Patrick (Peggy) Aulwes; sister, Penelope Kendall; daughter, Michelle (D. Scott) Harris; son, Shaun Aulwes; granddaughters, Lynn and Lauren Losh; and his nieces and nephews. Ron's ashes will rest at Great Lakes Cemetery in Holly. A celebration of life will take place in the...