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Local obituaries for Rose City, St. Helen, and West Branch, MI Areas

Donald J. Mitrzyk

Donald J. Mitrzyk

Jun 25, 2024

Donald J. Mitrzyk, age 85, passed away after a lengthy battle with illness in his West Branch home on the evening of Tuesday, June 25, 2024. This date marked his 64th wedding anniversary with Barbara, his high school sweetheart. Father Emmanuel Finbarr blessed Don and Barbara on the morning of their anniversary, just before Don was called to the Lord.

He...

Robert LeRoy Haines

Robert LeRoy Haines

Jun 22, 2024

Robert LeRoy Haines, age 79, known to his friends and colleagues as "Bob," passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at MyMichigan Hospital in West Branch, MI. He was born on Tuesday, August 29, 1944, in Pontiac.

Bob dedicated over 25 years of his life as a janitor with General Motors in Pontiac. His work ethic and fun-loving personality made...

Matthew William Boyd

Matthew William Boyd

Jun 21, 2024

Matthew William Boyd, age 62, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 at his home in St. Helen, MI, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Born on May 3, 1962, in Flint, MI to Richard Sr. and Marjorie (Ferguson) Boyd, Matthew was a pillar of strength and kindness to his family and friends. Throughout his career as a...

Charles R. McDonald

Charles R. McDonald

Jun 21, 2024

Charles R. McDonald passed away on June 21, 2024. He was born on September 4, 1939, in Prescott, MI. Charles had a remarkable life filled with wonderful experiences and accomplishments.

Charles graduated from Rose City High School in the class of 1958. Immediately after graduation, he enlisted in the military. Charles served in the US Navy for 6 years and then...

Zachary Joseph Beck

Zachary Joseph Beck

Jun 20, 2024

Zachary Joseph Beck, age 16, tragically passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024, in West Branch, MI. He was born on December 4, 2007, in West Branch to Mark Beck and Kendra (Whisman) Beck.  He was a kind-hearted soul with a deep love for his family and a passion for serving his community.

From a young age, Zach had big dreams...

Sherry Carole Poyle

Sherry Carole Poyle

Jun 20, 2024

Sherry Carole Poyle, age 81, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at her home in Rose City, MI surrounded by her family. She was born on October 29, 1942, in Detroit, MI to Everett Davenport and Lorene Gambrel.  She was raised by Lorene and her stepfather Morgan Gile. Sherry will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and...

Marvin Lee Neubecker

Marvin Lee Neubecker

Jun 19, 2024

Marvin Lee Neubecker passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at age 75. Marvin was born in Rose City, MI, on August 15, 1948, to Leon and Viola (Wangler) Neubecker, the eldest of nine children. 

He graduated from Rose City High in 1966, and attended Central Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in...

Carrie Sue Morey

Carrie Sue Morey

Jun 19, 2024

Carrie Sue Morey, age 68, passed away on Wednesday June 19, 2024, at Medilodge of Alpena in Alpena, MI. She was born on October 3, 1955, in West Branch, MI to George Vliet and Doris Bartels.  She lived in Rose City, MI for most of her life.  Carrie was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker who dedicated her life to...

Joyce Lorraine Chellew

Joyce Lorraine Chellew

Jun 17, 2024

Joyce Lorraine Chellew, lovingly remembered for her strong faith in Jesus, and her kind and generous spirit, passed away on June 17, 2024, at The Brook of West Branch, MI. She was born in Bessemer, MI, on Sunday, November 22, 1931, to Norman and Susan (Chovan) Berg.

Joyce's life was marked by a deep commitment to her family and faith. She...

Mark Edward Dodridge Sr.

Mark Edward Dodridge Sr.

Jun 17, 2024

Mark Edward Dodridge Sr., age 69, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, passed away at his home Monday, June 17, 2024. He was born in Portsmouth, OH on April 1, 1955, to Donald Edward Dodridge and Ruth Ann Irvin.

Throughout his life, Mark dedicated himself to his work and his community. He worked for Taylor Door for nearly two decades before...

Randy Jo Archambeau

Randy Jo Archambeau

Jun 11, 2024

Randy Jo (Johnson) Archambeau, 57, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 11th, 2024. 

Randy was born on November 23rd, 1966, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Myrna Rae Givens and Ralph Wendall Johnson. She married Bruce Archambeau, with whom she shared many happy years. 

Randy is survived by her loving children, Joseph Daniel Beaudoin (33), James Andrew Beaudoin (32),...

Kenneth Wayne Good

Kenneth Wayne Good

Jun 10, 2024

Kenneth Wayne Good, (Uncle Kenny) age 84, of Prescott, MI, went to be with his Lord & Savior on Monday, June 10, 2024, not because he did great things or was without sin. He joined the membership of the family of God when he seriously accepted the mercy and grace of God’s love, through Jesus Christ. ” Jesus said to...

William Leslie Allen

William Leslie Allen

Jun 9, 2024

William Leslie Allen, also known affectionately as Bill, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at his home in West Branch, MI, at the age of 85. He was born on May 23, 1939, in Hamtramck, MI to Weyman and Helen (Gilsbach) Allen. Bill led a remarkable life filled with dedication to his work, service to his country, and...

Catherine Ann Oberdick

Catherine Ann Oberdick

Jun 7, 2024

Catherine Ann Oberdick, known to her loved ones as Cathy peacefully passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at her home in West Branch, MI, at the age of 76. She was born on August 5, 1947, in Bay City, MI to Howard and Virginia (Muntz) Schroeder. Cathy was a beloved wife, nurturing mother, cherished grandmother, and dear friend to...

Donald Raymond Bergeron

Donald Raymond Bergeron

Jun 6, 2024

Donald Raymond Bergeron, born on January 22, 1938, in Detroit, MI, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Ascension Standish Hospital Skilled Nursing in Standish, MI at the age of 86. He lived in the West Branch and Gladwin area since 1993. 

Donald led a fulfilling life marked by hard work and dedication. He was the owner and operator...

Frank Belcher Whitman

Frank Belcher Whitman

Jun 3, 2024

Frank Belcher Whitman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather was born January 6, 1942, in Louisville, KY to Frank and Hester (Belcher) Whitman. He passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the age of 82, at his home in St. Helen, MI surrounded by his family.  He lived in St. Helen since 1997, formerly of Rockwood, MI.  On January...

Richard Allen Smagacz

Richard Allen Smagacz

Jun 1, 2024

Richard Allen Smagacz, 73, passed away at his home on June 1st in Saint Helen, Michigan. He fought a long battle with cancer.

Rick was born on December 29, 1950, in Detroit, Michigan to Aloysius and Emily Smagacz.  He attended St. Rita High School in Detroit and went on to receive his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in 1973. Attending...

Deborah Gay Arrwood

Deborah Gay Arrwood

May 31, 2024

Deborah Gay Arrwood, who was born Deborah Haynes on March 1, 1954, in Samburg, TN, to John and Ethel Haynes, peacefully passed away on May 31, 2024 at Medilodge of Sterling. She was surrounded by her loving family in her final moments.Deborah led a fulfilling life filled with love, laughter, and cherished with her family and friends. She had a...

Lawrence Lowell Teal

Lawrence Lowell Teal

May 30, 2024

Lawrence Lowell Teal “Larry”, 75, of West Branch, MI formerly of Imlay City and Dryden, MI entered eternal rest on May 30, 2024, at his home in West Branch, surrounded by his loved ones.

Larry was born in Denver, CO on July 29,1948 to Edward Francis Teal Jr.”Eddie” and Lillie Mae Newbold. Larry started working for A & P in Imlay...

Garner LeForce

Garner LeForce

May 30, 2024

Henry Garner LeForce, fondly known as Garner, was born on September 12, 1932, in Wofford, KY, to his loving parents Arthur and Gladys (Chitwood) LeForce. He peacefully passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024, in West Branch, MI. He lived in West Branch since 1968, formerly of Carleton, MI. Garner's journey in the banking industry began in Carleton and spanned over...

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