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...

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...

Kathleen Marie McConnell, age 69, of Onaway and The Villages, FL, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 7, 2020. Born on August 20, 1951 in Cheboygan, Kathy was the daughter of LZ and Marian Brewbaker. She was a 1969 graduate of Onaway High School and graduated Michigan State University in 1973 with a bachelor's degree in business. After their graduation from MSU, Kathy married the love of her life, Jerry McConnell. Kathy was well known by many for rebuilding and successfully running Brewbaker's Furniture for 35 years with her husband Jerry and sons; coining the phrase "Nobody sells for less guaranteed!" Advertising was her niche along with television, newspaper,...

Kathleen Marie McConnell, age 69, of Onaway, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on November 7, 2020. Born on August 20, 1951 in Cheboygan, Kathy was the daughter of LZ and Marian Brewbaker. She was a 1969 graduate of Onaway High School and graduated Michigan State University in 1973 with a bachelor's degree in business. After their graduation from MSU, Kathy married the love of her life, Jerry McConnell. Kathy was well known by many for rebuilding and successfully running Brewbaker's Furniture for 35 years with her husband Jerry and sons; coining the phrase "Nobody sells for less guaranteed!" Advertising was her niche along with television, newspaper, and public...

Leonard J. Smascz, Jr., of Fort Wayne, died November 3, 2020. Born June 7, 1963 in Detroit, he was the son of the late Leonard J. and Elise Smascz. He proudly grew up in greater Detroit, graduated from Chippewa Valley High School, and was a lifelong Red Wings and University of Michigan fan. Lenny was a true Renaissance man, experiencing a wide variety of occupations, including roadie for REO Speedwagon, serving in the U.S. Army, playing semi-professional baseball, owning his own businesses, and earning a college degree at age 45. He will always be remembered for his razor-sharp wit and sense of humor, his huge heart, and willingness to help anyone in need. The greatest love in his life...

Jerry D. Mowery, Sr., 68, of Onaway, formerly of Clarkston, died suddenly October 18, 2020 at home. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Debra; son, Jerry (Amanda); daughter, Tina; 13 grandchildren; and sisters, Jean Mowery and Diana Vankleek. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Maddison Marie. Jerry retired from General Motors in 2007. He loved hunting, fishing, and most of all his family. Arrangements are pending.

On Sunday, October 18, 2020 Frank Michael Schwiesow took his last ride. The cowboy fought cancer valiantly for over two years until peacefully being called home by his Lord and Savior. On June 11, 1946 Frank was welcomed into the world by parents Frank J. Schwiesow and Anna (Domke) Schwiesow. Frank was blessed to share his childhood with three sisters, Rosetta (Dieter) Kleber, Louella Byelich, Onnalee (Duke) Recker. At the age of four he and his family moved into the farm on Millersburg Road, which would remain his lifelong home. Frank graduated from Onaway High School in 1964. He then worked for Pontiac Motors prior to being called to serve his country during the Vietnam War where he...

Robert E. Bonter, "Bob", of Mackinaw City, passed peacefully at home on Saturday August 29, 2020 with his family at his side. The son of Robert and Karen (Bauers) Bonter, Bob was born in Petoskey on September 20, 1963. A longtime resident of Mackinaw City, Bob was a 1982 graduate of Mackinaw City High School and went on to enlist in the U.S. Navy. Very patriotic, Bob served with the United States Naval Construction Battalion, better known as the Navy Seabees, from 1982 until his honorable discharge in 1989 . He eventually returned home to Mackinaw City where he served as commander of American Legion Post #159 and worked until recently as a boat mechanic for Shepler's Ferry. Fun-loving...

Larry E. Skrine, 78, of Charlevoix, died at home on December 22, 2019. Born in Pontiac on September 29, 1941, Larry was the son of Joseph and Mary (Smith) Skrine. After graduating from high school, Larry enlisted in the United States Navy. During his ten years in the military, Larry worked in search and rescue and as a helicopter mechanic. While in the service he married his sweetheart Shirley Gay. They were married on November 5, 1962 in Fresno, California and were blessed with 41 years of marriage when Shirley passed away in 2003. After his military service, Larry made a career in the insurance industry working for Adjusting Services Unlimited as an insurance adjuster. He retired...

Nolan Faircloth, 91, of Black Lake, formerly of Clinton Township died on Nov. 17, 2019. Retired supervisor from Borg Warner. Husband of the late, Genevieve; father of Darlene (James) Kosman, Diane (Jeff) VanMaren, Daryl Faircloth, and the late Denise Minuth. Celebration of Life and military honors at the Cpl. Walter F. Bruce VFW Post 1146, 28404 Jefferson, St. Clair Shores on Saturday Dec. 7, 2019 12 Noon - 2 pm. www.chagnonfh.com.

Daniel H. Myles, age 65, of Cheboygan, died at home unexpectedly on Thursday September 5, 2019. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Dan was the son of Charles and Eleanor (Tennis) Myles. He married Laura Pietrusza on September 29, 1973 and they made their home and raised their family in Grand Rapids. Dan made a career working for the U.S. Postal service. He began as a letter carrier in Grand Rapids and eventually became a supervisor. When the opportunity came for him to take a transfer to Northern Michigan it was an easy decision for Dan. In 2004, he and Laura moved to Cheboygan where Dan later became Postmaster at the Cheboygan Post Office. With his adventurous spirit and due to retire...

Paul Anthony Breed was born in Detroit on November 7, 1961. His family moved north to Onaway in 1976 and Paul graduated from Onaway High School in 1979. He then enrolled at Ferris State University and graduated in 1984 with Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. Paul loved Northern Michigan and so he returned to Cheboygan and began his career in banking with First of America Bank where he worked as a manager in Cheboygan, then Indian River, and finally in the St. Ignace branches. Due to an accident which resulted in paralysis in 1976, Paul was confined to a wheelchair and decided to retire from First of America. However, his business skills were requested at Manning Northern Tire...