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

Jane Bangert

Jane Bangert

Mar 3, 2012

Bangert, Jane D. (Killinger-Turow), age 79 of Clare, MI (formerly of West Branch, Waterford and Dryden) passed away Saturday, March 3, 2012. She was born August 15, 1932 in West Branch where she grew up, later moving to Pontiac after marrying Robert D. Turow on December 11, 1948. She later married Keith Bangert in 1975. Jane was a wonderful seamstress,...

Samuel D. Hull

Samuel D. Hull

Mar 2, 2012

Samuel D. Hull, age 68 of St. Helen, passed away Friday, March 2, 2012 at Covenant Health Care in Saginaw. Mr. Hull had lived in St. Helen since 2001, formerly of Flint. He was a member and trustee of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #3646 of West Branch and a member of the American Legion Post #416 of St. Helen....

Gordon L. "Gordie" Thompson Jr.

Gordon L. "Gordie" Thompson Jr.

Mar 1, 2012

Gordon Lytle Thompson Jr., 70, of St. Helen, Mich., died March 1, 2012. Known as “Gordie” to many who loved him. A man with a great heart. Born November 23, 1941 in Evanston, Ill. Preceded in death by his parents, Gordon B. and Irene Thompson. Brother to Patricia Russell of Washington, D.C. Step uncle to Alice Spiker (Tim) of Grosse...

Leon W. Rau

Leon W. Rau

Feb 25, 2012

Leon W. Rau, 88, passed away February 25, 2012 at home surrounded by family. He was born August 22, 1923 to William and Esther (Bragg) Rau in West Branch, MI. He attended and graduated from St. Joseph High School. He learned the welding trade and worked in Defoe Shipyard, Bay City until enlisting and serving in the U.S. Navy Pacific...

Norman D. Fistler Sr.

Norman D. Fistler Sr.

Feb 25, 2012

Norman D. Fistler Sr. age 80, passed away February 25, 2012 at the West Branch Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Norman was born May 31, 1931 in New Haven, MI to Oscar and Frieda Fistler. Norman has been a resident of St. Helen since 1973 previously of Richmond, MI. He was a member of the Hope Lutheran...

Barbara A. Johnson

Barbara A. Johnson

Feb 23, 2012

Barbara A. Johnson, age 75 of St. Helen passed away Thursday, February 23, 2012 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. Barbara was born August 14, 1936 in Sterling, MI to John and Verna Lucas. She had lived in St. Helen since 1989, formerly of Clio. Barbara was a past president of Helping Hands, treasurer of Lake St. Helen Baptist Church...

Robert F. Haight

Robert F. Haight

Feb 20, 2012

Robert F. Haight, age 75 of St. Helen, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. Robert was born on March 25, 1936 in Port Huron, MI. He had been a resident of St. Helen since 1998, formerly of Meriden, CT. He was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the Society of Broadcasting Engineers and...

Nelson E. Smith

Nelson E. Smith

Feb 13, 2012

Nelson E. Smith, age 51 of Alger, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2012 surrounded by his family and friends. Nelson had been a resident of the Alger-West Branch area for all of his life. He was the owner and operator of D & N Garage in Alger since 1987. He enjoyed NASCAR, hunting and fishing. Nelson is survived...

Nancy D. Marsh

Nancy D. Marsh

Feb 7, 2012

Nancy D. Marsh, age 59 of West Branch, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at Bortz Health Care in West Branch. A Memorial Service will be held in the spring with burial taking place at Brookside Cemetery, West Branch.

Jean C. Kelley

Jean C. Kelley

Feb 5, 2012

Jean C. Kelley age 74 of St. Helen, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Bay Regional Medical Center. Jean had lived in St. Helen since 2001, formerly of Hillman. She was a member of the Good Sams Club and she enjoyed camping. Jean is survived by her son Jeffrey Thompson of Traverse City and her significant other, Jim Clement...

Phyllis A. Riley

Phyllis A. Riley

Feb 5, 2012

Phyllis A. Riley, age 65 of St. Helen, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2012 at West Branch Regional Medical Center. Phyllis had lived in St. Helen since 1998, formerly of Ypsilanti. She enjoyed working in her flower beds, gardening, traveling, camping and she loved cooking. Phyllis is survived by her husband Bert Riley of St. Helen, her children, Harvey Riley...

Susan K. Stroik

Susan K. Stroik

Feb 3, 2012

Susan K. Stroik, age 66 of the Higgins Lake/Roscommon area, passed away at McLaren Bay Region on Sunday, February 3, 2013. Susan had lived in Roscommon for the past 10 years, formerly of Ogemaw County. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in West Branch, Gethsemane Lutheran Church in...

Ronald A. Mcpherson

Ronald A. Mcpherson

Feb 3, 2012

Ronald A. McPherson, age 65 of West Branch, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at Bortz Health Care in West Branch. He had lived in West Branch for all of his life. He enjoyed music, hunting, fishing and being outdoors. Ron is survived by his wife Judy McPherson of West Branch, children Byron (Sherry) McPherson and Kelly (Maurice) McKim both...

Donald S. Jernigan

Donald S. Jernigan

Feb 1, 2012

Donald S. Jernigan, a 50-year resident of St. Helen, passed away February 1, 2012. Don was born on December 5, 1939, in Almont, Michigan, the son of John and Elva Jernigan. He graduated from Livonia Bentley High School in 1957. Don married Kathleen Nagy on December 5, 1959, and moved to St. Helen in December of 1961. Don was instrumental...

Barbara J. "Barbie" Partlo

Barbara J. "Barbie" Partlo

Jan 31, 2012

Barbara J. “Barbie” Partlo, age 78 of Gladwin, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Bortz Health Care in West Branch. Barbara had lived in Gladwin since 1989, formerly of West Branch. She enjoyed bowling, playing bingo, playing cards, snowmobiling and being with friends. Barbara is survived by 3 sons and 4 daughters, many grandchildren, 3 brothers and 1 sister....

Mark W. Maisonville

Mark W. Maisonville

Jan 31, 2012

Mark W. Maisonville, age 89 passed away January 31, 2012 in Venice, FL. Survivors include his two sons, Mark and his wife Maureen and their son Kristopher of West Branch and Craig and his wife Heather and their five children, Daniel, Caleb, Joseph, Emily and AnnaJoy of Schroon Lake, NY. He was preceded in death by his wife Jean in...

Chris E. Pappas

Chris E. Pappas

Jan 30, 2012

Chris E. Pappas, age 71 of Midland, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012 at his son’s home. Chris was born February 25, 1940 to Delores and Edward Pappas in West Branch. He served in the Air Force in the 50’s. Chris’ passion was cooking and baking. He owned Pappy’s Bakery in Detour, MI. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and bird...

June L. Meyer

June L. Meyer

Jan 29, 2012

June L. Meyer, age 86 of St. Helen, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2012 at her home. June had lived in St. Helen since 1987, formerly of Redford. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Post #416 of St. Helen and the Eagles, Post #3646 of West Branch. June is survived by her friends, Brad Bannon, Cindy Finkbeiner,...

Mary M. Frazho

Mary M. Frazho

Jan 25, 2012

Mary M. Frazho, age 97 of Houghton Lake, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at Bortz Health Care in West Branch. Mrs. Frazho had been a resident of Houghton Lake since 2007, formerly of St. Helen. She enjoyed nature and quilting. Mrs. Frazho is survived by her daughter Kim Frazho of Houghton Lake, grandson, George Frazho of Ellsworth and great-grandchildren...

Marlyn Jean Marsh

Marlyn Jean Marsh

Jan 20, 2012

Marlyn Jean Marsh, age 76 of West Branch, passed away Friday, January 20, 2012 at her daughters home. Marlyn had lived in West Branch for most of her life. She enjoyed bingo, plastic canvas and dancing. Marlyn is survived by her husband, Ernest Marsh of West Branch, her children, Sue (Harry) Williams of West Branch, Ernie (Janet) Marsh Jr. of...

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