Obituaries

Jul 30, 2023

Dorothy D. Cormier, 89, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023, at Sparrow Hospital in Carson City, Michigan. Dorothy was born May 11, 1934, in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, daughter of the late Walter and Dorothy (Dorn) Schoennamsgruber. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book...

Jul 26, 2023

Thomas Clark, 62, of Shepherd, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Tom was born December 19, 1960, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, son of the late Charles and Audrey (Grimm) Clark. A graduate of Shepherd High School, Tom became a truck driver in 2004 and, at one time, owned and operated Mid Michigan Service. He was currently employed by Bob...

Jul 22, 2023

Barry Stanley Freedman passed away at the age of 74 on July 22, 2023, surrounded by family at his home in Shepherd, Michigan. He was born August 15, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan to parents Hymen and Belle (Kosofsky) Freedman.

He married Sandra Smith, the love of his life, who survives him. Together they shared a love centered...

Jul 22, 2023

Jack Westbrook, 83, prolific author and local historian, wrote his final chapter on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, with his family by his side. Jack was born February 1, 1940, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, son of the late Howard Hood and Arah Jean (Hendricks) Westbrook. Jack graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in...

Jul 18, 2023

Emilie Jean (Garrett) Johnson journeyed home on Tuesday, July 18, 2023 after a brave and bold fight through the waves of her Cancer diagnosis. Her loved ones remember her for her fiery and unbreakable spirit that led her on many adventures through life, always trusting that she would be met with comfort and grace. She loved cooking and recipes,...

Jul 16, 2023

Carol June Swetz, age 100, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, July 16, 2023. A Funeral Mass for Carol will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 26, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Loren Kalinowski as celebrant. The family will receive visitors at the church one hour prior to Mass. Following the...

Jul 15, 2023

Bernard Miller, 60, of Weidman, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at Woodland Hospice House. Bernie was born December 28, 1962, in Mt. Pleasant, son of the late Bernard Eugene and Mary Alice (Jones) Miller. He graduated from Beal City High School in 1981. Bernie married Darlene Sue Luce on April 15, 1988, in Isabella County. Prior...

Jul 15, 2023

Crosby Lance, 29, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jul 14, 2023

Terry Glaser, 65, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jul 14, 2023

Barbara "Barb" DeLong, 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023, at Green Acres Assisted Living in Mt. Pleasant.  Barbara was born on December 21, 1934, in Mt. Pleasant, daughter of the late Elmer and Denice (Mahon) Bushong. She married the love of her life, William DeLong on April 21, 1953, in Berlin, NH.  They returned to Mt....

Jul 13, 2023

Debra DuBois, 69, of Weidman, passed away Thursday, July 13, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Alma.  She was born April 22, 1954, in Trenton, Michigan, daughter of the late Eulas and Mary (Samons) North.  She attended Taylor Center High School in Taylor, Michigan.  Debra married Joseph DuBois Jr., November 6, 1971, in Taylor.  Debra loved dancing, music and...

Jul 12, 2023

Thelma Vining, 86, of Mt. Pleasant passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at Medilodge in Mt. Pleasant. She was born on April 13, 1937, in Mt Pleasant, daughter of the late George and Beatrice (Hopkins) Heistand.  Thelma enjoyed playing Bingo and eating out.  She is survived by her son, Harmond Vining of Mt. Pleasant; special niece, Susan...

Jul 9, 2023

Maria Fifield, 86, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jul 8, 2023

Jeanne B. Cook (neé Lange), age 74, passed away with her family by her side at her home in Mt. Pleasant on Saturday, July 8, 2023, after a brief illness. Being able to see and speak to her family gave tremendous comfort to Jeanne, and she maintained her sense of humor, silliness, and radiant smile despite her circumstances.

Jul 7, 2023

Chris Norton, 51, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jul 6, 2023

Lynne Edwards, 72, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jul 5, 2023

Warren Nugent, 69, of Beal City passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.  Warren was born on November 22, 1953, son of the late John and Dorothy (Stirrett) Nugent, in Bad Axe, MI.  He graduated from Ubly High School with the class of 1971.  Warren continued his education at Central Michigan University in Mt Pleasant, graduating...

Jul 2, 2023

Vena Hendrickson, 60, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.

Jun 30, 2023

Clayton "John" Bennett, 81, of Mecosta MI, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, at his home in Martiny Township.  John was born on March 4, 1942, in Owosso, son of the late Harold and Viola (Murdock) Bennett.  John enjoyed working in his garden and spent 20 plus years working as a carpenter for himself.  John treasured his time...

Jun 29, 2023

Michele Stewart, 56, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory and there are no services scheduled at this time. To sign the online guest book or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.CharlesRLux.com.