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Lowell "Tom" Schweyer, 85, of Onaway, MI, formerly of Waterville, OH, died July 5, 2023. Tom spearheaded the corrections library program and retired from Toledo-Lucas Public Library. Husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway, MI - www.chagnonfh.com.

Joyce Louise Kelley, through God's grace, transitioned to her heavenly home on Thursday May 25, 2023. The daughter of Douglas and Lois (Schmidt) Knauss, Joyce was born on March 29, 1936, in Kalamazoo where she lived for most of her 87 years. She married Robert Kelley on June 26, 1954, in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Strong in her Christian faith, Joyce was an elder and longtime member of Bethel Reformed Church in Kalamazoo. She taught Sunday School and helped with youth groups, served on various committees, and helped with the church food pantry as well as working in the church kitchen. She enjoyed bible study fellowship and Southern gospel music with the Bill Gaither Trio being her...

Marilyn J. Senter, 86, of Indian River, MI, formerly of Fort Wayne, died May 23, 2023 in Petoskey, MI. She leaves daughters, Debra Balcom Villanueva and Ellen (Greg) Everingham; sons, Gary (Becky) Senter and Paul (Brenda) Senter; 20 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 3 great, great grandchildren; siblings, Nancy Kuker and Steve Meckstroth. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Nathan; daughter, Diana Mansfield; brothers, Paul "Shorty" and David Meckstroth; sisters, Arlene Pautsch and Martha Taylor; and parents, Wesley and Bea Meckstroth. Arrangements were in care of Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway, Michigan.

59, formerly of Sterling Heights and former secretary at Rockwell Middle School. Wife of Edward; Mother of Mallory (Kory) VanHorn and Edward Anthony (Ginger) Zalucki-Nash; Grandmother to Persephone, Freyja, and Osiris; Daughter of Vilma Aiello and the late Dominic Aiello; Sister of Deborah (Rick) Sutton, Christine Aiello, Sandra (Brian) Clifton, Steven (Rose) Aiello, and Robert (Kelly) Aiello; Sister-in-law of Christine Edgcombe. Funeral Mass - 11 AM on Monday April 24, 2023 at St. Paul Church in Onaway. Chagnon Funeral Home ww.chagnonfh.com

Formerly of Shelby Twp. & St. Kieran Catholic Church. Wife of 61 years to John; Mother of Lori Bowery (Jim Grawburg) & John (Sopa) Mocny; Grandmother of Amanda (Phil) Pacheco, Brianna (Joey) Franchini, Michael (Carla) Bowery, John IV, Julia, and Nolan Mocny; Great grandmother of Peyton Elyse; Sister of James (Sharon) Seidl, Robert (Cheryl) Seidl), and Ron (Teresa) Seidl; Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service-11:00 AM on Monday Feb. 20, 2023 at St. Paul Catholic Church, Onaway. Obituary at www.chagnonfh.com.

Formerly of Saginaw, Tim was a 1967 graduate of Saginaw High. After 30 years at GM, he retired in 1999 after working at the Saginaw Parts Plant and the Flint V8 Engine Plant. Brown leaves his wife, Judi (nee Bartelt); son, William (Stephanie); daughter, Pari (Bob) Greene; 5 grandchildren; and 4 half-brothers. Preceded in death by adoptive parents, Edmund and Leomah Brown and biological parents, Betty J. Brown and Forest W. Hollingsworth. Arrangements in care of Chagnon Funeral Home www.chagnonfh.com.

Husband of Jaqueline nee Prendergast; father of Jennifer, James "Jef", and Lynne Niestroy; grandfather; brother of Penny (Dennis) Weese and David (Cyndi) Fry. Private services. Chagnon Funeral Home, www.chagnonfh.com.

Age 80, formerly of Ferndale, died Aug. 13, 2022 in Petoskey. Attended Mary Magdalen and Hazel Park High. Former supervisor at Triple Tool. Husband of Mary (nee Marten); father, of Sandee Jarnac; brother of Dawn Milne and the late Claudia Young (Michael); son of the late Charles and Louise. Cremation in care of Chagnon Funeral Home, Onaway.

Robert James Morgan, "Bob", age 39, of Petoskey, died at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Cheboygan on Saturday July 23, 2022. Bob was born in San Diego, California on February 13, 1983 and raised in Petoskey where he graduated from Petoskey High School. Born with cerebral palsy and epilepsy, Bob overcame so much in his life, far exceeding what doctors ever expected. He believed in himself wholeheartedly and never thought of himself as disabled. Set-backs and medical hurdles were met with his positive attitude and a big Bob smile. It was that wonderful smile, along with Bob's outgoing personality, that left a lasting impression on people. With his friendly disposition, Bob...

Arthur Kalnins was called to his eternal home on July 2, 2022. He was born June 16, 1937 in Kuldiga, Latvia and was preceded in death by his parents Andrejs and Marija; siblings, Anna, Gunars, and Janis; son, David; and grandson, Tyler. He is survived by his wife, Diane; sister, Biruta; children, Mary Ann, Lori, and Kevin and their mother, Janice; stepchildren, Stephanie and Andrew; as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Arthur and his family survived the struggles of war, immigrating to the United States from Latvia in 1950. Eventually, the family settled in the Edmore area where he graduated from high school in 1956 and upset his mother with the news he was...

Husband of Suzanne; brother of Ken (Brenda); uncle; and friend. Memorial Service - Friday 6/3/2022 at 11 AM at Onaway United Methodist Church. Chagnon Funeral Home - www.chagnonfh.com

Carol Jean (Rodgers) Horning, 77, of Atlanta, MI, passed away on May 24, 2022. Surviving is her husband of 59 years, Craig Horning Sr; her fur baby, Deeks; children, Fr. Roy Horning, Donald Horning, Craig (Christy) Horning Jr., and Jo (Don) Schofield.; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and sister, Susie (Ken) Price. Visitation - 2 - 5 PM on Thursday, May 26, 2022 at Chagnon Funeral Home in Onaway with a prayer vigil beginning at 5 PM. Visitation will be held from 10 AM until the time of the funeral service at 12 Noon on Friday, May 27, 2022 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church of Fenton, 600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI 48430.

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