Traverse City Record-Eagle

Lynn W. Krueger of Lake City passed away, Sunday, July 17, 2022 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was 80. Lynn was born June 11, 1942 in Menominee, Michigan to John and Violet Krueger. He graduated from Melvindale High School and attended Oakland Community College. On February 10, 1962 in Melvindale, Michigan he married Beverly J. Lachowicz and she survives him along with their daughter, Christine Emmert of Cadillac; grandson, Jacob Krueger of Gun Lake. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Lynn W. "Krug" Krueger, Jr. in 2017; and 1 brother & 2 sisters: Jack Krueger, Joan Kosberg and Loraine Whitacre. Memorial services will be held 1:00 PM, Tuesday, July 26,...

Bernice H. Carey, 96, died on May 3, 2022. Funeral services Thursday, May 12, 2022, 11:00 A.M. Penzien Funeral Homes, Inc., East Jordan, MI. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 PM at funeral home.

Sandy Chiaramonti Cascagnett A little over a year ago, Sandy had wanted to start the last chapter of life, The glory days. Sandy had planned to travel, see friends, love life and buy a home in the sun. Unfortunately a few pages into this chapter Sandy learned her life would change in a way she never expected, forever. Just like that Sandy grappled with the news that she had terminal cancer. In true fashion she came to grips with it came up with a Plan B and re-wrote chapter 4 of her life. That sadly ended on April 24, 2022. Sandy was born in Flint Michigan, spent most of her childhood years in Clarkston Michigan where she went to school and graduated at Clarkston High. As a young girl...

Russell D. Molitor, 87, died peacefully April 5, 2022 at Baptist South Miami Hospital in Florida. He was born on May 18, 1934 in Caldwell Township, MI to Charles C. Molitor and Ruth I. Johnson. Russell graduated from Lake City High School, class of 1952. Following graduation, Russ went to Flint to work for AC Spark Plug. In 1954, Russ was drafted in the army where he spent time in Europe and Canada. Once back in the states, he married Margaret Koopman from Falmouth and moved to the Flint area where he continued to work for AC/General Motors for a total of 39 years in various roles. He spent his free time enjoying flying, fishing and working in his woodshop. Once retired, Russ moved back...

Colonel (Ret.) Arthur L. Breithaupt passed away at home on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the age of 69. His battle in recent years with illness and serious medical complications exhibited his fortitude in facing life's challenges with faith and courage. Born on November 2, 1952, in Traverse City, MI, Art was raised by his grandparents, Ronald and Juanita Breithaupt. He received an MBA from Michigan State University, and devoted 26 years to the United States Army, where - in addition to many deserved honors - he was decorated in 1990 with the Soldier's Medal for heroism in aiding victims of the horrific train crash in Russelsheim, Germany. After retiring from the army, he embarked on a...

David C. Bowers 85, of Bonita Springs, FL died on March 8, 2022 at his residence. He was born January 6, 1937 in Evanston, IL a son of the late Cletus and Florence (n?e Crawford) Bowers. He had been a resident of Bonita Springs for the past 20 years coming from Granville, OH and South Bend, IN. Dave attended high school at Evanston Township HS in Evanston, Illinois, and at Traverse City Central HS (TCHS) in Traverse City, Michigan. While at TCHS he excelled at football, achieving national recognition, notwithstanding a shoulder harness he had to wear to protect an unstable shoulder that was prone to dislocation. He then pursued undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan, where he...

Walter H. Wistrand Jr. passed away February 7, 2022 in New Smyrna Beach, Fl. He was born at Womens Hospital in Flint, MI to Walter Harold Wistrand and Gail Bruce Wistrand on January 12, 1925. After graduating high school in 1943, Walter joined the Army with several buddies. World War II was raging and after training in communications in Meridan, Mississippi, he joined the 131st Battalion leaving for the China-Burma-India theater where he was in the glider troops until they were disbanded due to the high mortality rate. He then spent the remainder of his active duty laying phone lines ahead of front-line troops. Walter was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Meritorious Unit Award, Victory...

Lake City- Margaret A. Molitor, 84, died peacefully in her sleep January 13, 2022 at Samaritas Senior Living in Cadillac. She was born on September 21, 1937 on the Koopman Farm in Falmouth, MI to John Henry Koopman and Minnie Molhoek. Margaret graduated from McBain High School, class of 1955. Following graduation, she went to Central Michigan University to complete her teaching degree in Home Economics. While attending school, she married Russell Molitor and moved to Goodrich, MI where to worked as a Home Economics teacher from 1964-1996. She spent her time treating everyone to homecooked meals and the latest goodies from the kitchen. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by...

Shirley Ann Barrette, formerly of Cheboygan, passed away on December 22, 2021 in Traverse City at the age of 92. Shirley was born in Cheboygan on August 22, 1929 to Bert and Olive (Barr) Proctor. On May 26, 1951 she married Clarence Howard Barrette in Cheboygan. Mom grew up in Cheboygan, where she attended and graduated from Cheboygan High School. She worked for Michigan Bell Telephone Company for 20 years, for the Draft Board until it closed and then was a Census Taker. Mom loved her family, all children, lots of hugs, her flower gardens and friends. She is now taking a walk with dad and Fred. Shirley is survived by her daughter, Marcia (Dennis) Rushton of Traverse City. Her...

Richard T. "Dick" Heglin, 84, of Dataw Island, South Carolina and Beulah, Michigan passed away on Friday, November 19, 2021, after an extended illness. A celebration of life will be held at Sea Island Presbyterian Church, 81 Lady's Island Drive, Beaufort, SC, 29907, Sunday December 5th, at 2:00 pm. A memorial is planned in Michigan this summer, In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 8190 Lincoln Road, Beulah, MI 49617. www.andersonfuneralhomebeaufortsc.com

James Allan Parsons, Sr. of Buckley passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at his home. He was 70. Jim was born June 14, 1951 in Lansing to Ezra D. and Marilyn (Gates) Parsons. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spoiling his grandchildren. Jim loved deer camp and enjoyed spending time with family and friends there. He also enjoyed playing the drums and guitar. He loved working at Mikowski Meat Market and Deli, where he was most recently employed. Jim is survived by his sons: James (Stephanie) Parsons, Jr. of Karlin, Jason Parsons of Elsie, Andrew Parsons (Katelyn Lanning) of Kalkaska, Aaron Parsons of Buckley; their mother, Melisa Jo Parsons of Kalkaska; grandchildren: James III,...

Sandra A. Shenoskey, of Alanson, walked on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at age 65. Sandy, affectionately known to many as "Sandy Buttons", was born on July 15, 1956, to Henry and Eliza (Naganashe) Shenoskey. She was a graduate of Pellston High School, class of 1975 and was an active member of the Burt Lake Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Sandy's favorite pastimes were watching the Tigers play, going to yard sales and the casino, and spending time with her family. Sandy is survived by her brother, Mark Shenoskey, sisters Rebecca (Phillip) Shenoskey-Conley and Sarah (Terry Young) Holmes, all of Alanson; nieces Katherine Conley and Michele Holmes, both of Alanson, niece, Alicia Paquin of...

Marjorie Ann McElwee Linebaugh of Traverse City passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021 at the Pavilions in Traverse City, Mi. She was 94 years old. Marjorie was born in Royal Oak, Michigan on January 27, 1927 to Richard Gilbert McElwee and Ruby Irene Calkins McElwee. Marjorie married William Richard Linebaugh on June 18, 1949 at the Kirk in the Hills in Bloomfield Hills, MI. William preceded Marjorie in death in 2015 after 66 years of marriage. Marjorie graduated second in her class in 1945 from Dondero High School in Royal Oak, Mi. She then attended Michigan State University and graduated with a double major of English and Journalism and a double minor of German and Literature in...

Scott Gibbs Stillings, known to most as "Scooter," died on October 26, 2021, at his home in Petoskey, MI. He is survived by his two daughters, Andrea "Andy" Stillings (Zak Jones) of Harbor Springs, Christine "Teeny" Stillings (Andrew Behrens), of Los Angeles, CA, a grandson, Theodore Behrens and a sister, Susan Stillings (Doug Smith), of Oakland, CA. The two greatest joys in Scott's life were his daughters, Andy and Teeny. From music to skiing to all things sport, Scott introduced his girls to everything he loved. Much of their quality time was spent on the ski hill, attending sporting events and concerts, or playing and listening to music at home. Scott was beyond proud of the...

Leon Bush, 59 of Boyne City passed away September 8, 2021 at the Mayo Clinic Methodist in Rochester, Minnesota; surrounded by his loving wife and children. Leon was born September 26, 1961 in Cheboygan, MI the son of John Satterlee Bush and Geneva Margaret (Brownell) Bush. He grew up I Boyne City and graduated from Boyne City High School. On June 17, 2000 he married his best friend and love of his life Karin Sevenski. Together they made Boyne City their home where they raise their four beautiful children. Leon was a selfless man and always put his family first. Often he was described as a quiet man but his presence was always so much larger than his voice. A true gentle, kind and...

Laske-Mr. Stephen V. Laske, Elberta, age 83, born April 2, 1938 - died August 21, 2021. Mr. Laske spent 11 years at St. Martin's School in Detroit; before graduating from Pittsford High School, in Pittsford, MI; also, a graduate of Adrian College, Class of 1963, as well as Michigan State University (Masters' Degree). He also spent two years at Notre Dame University in the Holy Cross Seminary. Mr. Laske taught and was a principial at Concord Middle School in Concord, MI. He also coached football (10 years) and wrestling (16 years). He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years the former Mary Louise Graessle, whom he married on April 4, 1961: their children Stephen T. (Deborah), Timothy G....

Ronald J. Nugent, a resident of Frankfort, MI, died August 20, 2021. A celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 18 at 11:00am at the Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave, Frankfort, MI. Memorial gifts may be given to the Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Avenue PO BOX 1010, Frankfort MI 49635; Friends of the Betsie Valley Trail, PO BOX 474, Beulah, MI 49617; Michigan State University, University Advancement Spartan Way, 535 Chestnut Rd, Room 300, East Lansing, MI 48824. Arrangements by the Jowett Family Funeral Home, Benzonia.

MORSE. Col. (Retired) David Lee Morse, 86, passed away Wednesday, August 18, 2021, in The Villages, Florida. A native of Neosho, Missouri, he was the son of Lee Glen Morse and Beatrice Marguerite (Pool) Morse. He attended high school in Neosho, obtained a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri, joined the Army, and later earned an MBA from George Washington University. He spent his military years of active service in Korea, Vietnam, Germany, Alaska, and Redstone, Alabama, where he worked on the Patriot Missile System, work that continued after retirement when he became an analyst and consultant. He later enjoyed retirement on Green Lake in Interlochen, Michigan, and The...

Patricia L. Vancouver, age 94, died Tuesday, July 20th at the Lindley Inn in The Plains, OH. Pat was born November 10, 1926, in Akron Ohio as the second child of two to the parents of Ernst F. Schaefer and Helen G. Schaefer. Pat obtained a bachelor's degree from Kent State University in Library Sciences and worked as a librarian until her marriage. Pat was preceded in death by her husband, Paul C. Vancouver, Sr, her son Paul C. Vancouver, Jr., her brother, Robert C. Schaefer (Mary), and her parents. Pat is survived by her sons John Richards (Shelly) and Jeff Vancouver (Laurie), grandsons Charlie & Titus Richards and Ben Vancouver, and granddaughters Allison, Sophia, and Kate Vancouver....

James S. Darbyshire, 79, of DeBary, Florida, passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at AdventHealth Fish Memorial Hospital in Orange City, Florida. He was born March 16, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, son of the late James F. and Nellie Esther Allen Darbyshire. James was married to Connie L. Perry Darbyshire, who survives. He was a retired distribution company branch manager and a United States Air Force Veteran. James is survived by his son, James Gregory (Amy) Darbyshire of DeBary, Florida; daughter, Jamie Lynn (Steven) Mlujeak of Pembroke Pines, Florida and grandchildren, Stephanie and Tyler Mlujeak and Jonathan Darbyshire. A private graveside service will be held Friday, July 23, 2021, in...

Susan Grace Lyons, 81, passed away on Thursday June 10th while taking a "water walk" in her beloved Mullet lake. Susan was born on May 8th, 1940, in Lansing, Michigan to Barrett and Janet Lyons. She graduated from Lansing High school and attended Hillsdale College where she earned a degree in Education. After her second child (Ginger) was born with multiple impairments, she dedicated her career to those with special needs obtaining three Master's degrees in Special Education, Visual and Hearing Impairment. She then worked as a visual consultant for TBA and CHAREM intermediate school districts. She married James David Miller and had four children Lance, Ginger, Brooks, and Kyle. Later...