Obituaries

Nov 28, 2025

Robert McDonald, age 84, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland. Bob was born February 8, 1941, on the family farm in Isabella County. He was the ninth of twelve children born to Fred and Lucille (Thering) McDonald, joining his elder siblings, Jim, Dick, Jerry, John, Mary, Marge, Tom, Kathleen, and younger siblings, Ruth,...

Nov 27, 2025

Georgean Gracie Perry, 91, of Mt. Pleasant and formerly of Royal Oak, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born on October 3, 1934, in Detroit, to the late George Gideon and Jean (McInnes) Gracie. Georgean retired from the Royal Oak School District in 1996. She was preceded in death...

Nov 21, 2025

Mercia Joy (Bailey) Foster, 76, of Mt. Pleasant, died on November 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Mercia was born on December 30, 1948, in Niles, Michigan, the daughter of Rev. Lester Charles and Helen Pauline (Mason) Bailey. From an early age, she carried a creative spark and a talent for lifting others through...

Nov 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Sherry Lynn Planey has passed away due to cancer at the age of 73. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Sherry was the type of person willing to help anyone out with anything without hesitation. She was a strong woman of integrity, which was firmly rooted in her...

Nov 12, 2025

Eliza Jane Jackson-Peters, aged 52, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at her residence. Born on June 13, 1973, in Mt. Pleasant, she was the daughter of the late Delores Kay Jackson. Eliza was a naturally fun-loving person who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, visiting the casino, cooking, and trying new dishes at local restaurants....

Nov 9, 2025

Joseph E. Campbell, a beloved father, husband, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully after a short but courageous battle with ALS on November 9, 2025, at the age of 78. He was surrounded by his loving family in Alexandria, Virginia.

Born on April 14, 1947, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, Joe was the eldest of seven children born...

Nov 6, 2025

George L. Rodriguez, 62, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at Woodland Hospice House, surrounded by his loving family. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory. There are no services scheduled at this time. Friends are invited to share memories and leave condolences for the family at www.CharlesRLux.com.

Oct 25, 2025

Linda Lou (Downing) Bower of Mt. Pleasant passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at home with family by her side.

Per Linda's wishes, there will be no services.

The family requests that donations be made in lieu of flowers to Heartland Hospice in Mt. Pleasant.

Linda was born April 14, 1945,...

Oct 18, 2025

Sandra Mae Scutt, aged 78, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at McLaren Medical Center - Bay Region in Bay City. Born on May 18, 1947, in Isabella County, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Donald J. and Elizabeth A. (Sheldon) Wilmot. Sandra graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1965 and dedicated...

Oct 17, 2025

Phillip "Pete" E. Burgess, age 80, of Weidman, MI, passed away on October 17, 2025. He was born on September 23, 1945, in Lansing, MI, to Philo and Marjory (Lyons) Burgess.

Pete worked as a groundskeeper at The Pines golf course, where he met Elaine Brooks. After Elaine's husband's death, she and Pete were lifelong companions until...

Oct 15, 2025

Todd Alan Lowell, age 52, of Mount Pleasant, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025. He was born on June 7, 1973, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Bob and Linda Lowell.

From an early age, Todd's kind and gentle spirit shone brightly, endearing him to everyone he met. He had a remarkable gift for making friends...

Oct 10, 2025

Kelly Marie Schafer, aged 61, of Beal City, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 10, 2025 at her home. Born on February 19, 1964 in Port Huron, Michigan, she was the cherished daughter of James H. and Barbara A. (Curtiss) McMullen. Kelly was a devoted wife to Kurt Schafer, whom she married on September 4, 1993, at Sacred Heart...

Oct 10, 2025

Sarah Antio, aged 75, of Lake Isabella, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, at McLaren Central Michigan. Born on October 1, 1950, Sarah was the youngest of seven children, welcomed into the home by her parents, Walter and Francis (Benson) Taylor, and her elder siblings, Virley, J.C., Lacy, Gladys, Nola, and Betty. She married Joseph Michael Antio on...

Oct 10, 2025

Susan "Sue" Jessica Field, beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born on August 2, 1963, in Detroit, Michigan, Sue was the youngest of three children born to Stuart and Ellen (Piggott) Knickerbocker. She grew up with a natural curiosity about the world around her, a quality...

Oct 9, 2025

Virginia Castora, 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Cremation has taken place at Memorial Fields Crematory. Friends are invited to share memories and leave condolences for the family at www.CharlesRLux.com.

Oct 7, 2025

Joseph William Reihl, affectionately known as Joe, aged 62, of Beal City, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Born on August 20, 1963, he was the beloved son of the late Joseph N. and Martha T. (Faber) Reihl. Joe was the youngest of seven children, cherished by his siblings Rose, Harold, Vera, Howard, Edward, and Helen.

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Oct 7, 2025

Thomas Peter Trionfi (Tom), 73, of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan passed away on October 7, 2025.

Tom was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 8, 1952, son of Frank and Victoria Trionfi. Tom grew up in Allen Park, Michigan, surrounded by his siblings and a large, loving family of cousins. After graduating from Allen Park High School, Tom...

Oct 3, 2025

Scott Thomas Raymond, age 47, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on October 3, 2025. Born on December 7, 1977, he was the beloved son of Margaret Falsetta and Leroy Raymond.

Scott's greatest joy was time spent with his family. Sunday and Monday dinners were traditions he treasured, and holidays were always marked by togetherness, laughter, and love.  ...

Oct 1, 2025

Mary Sonja Baumgarth, known lovingly as Sonja, passed away peacefully at her home in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, on October 1, 2025, at the age of 82.

Born in Detroit on December 28, 1942, to Melvin and Inez Anderson. She cherished her childhood memories at the Detroit Yacht Club, where she learned to swim, sail, and play tennis,...

Sep 29, 2025

Juan "John" Rodriguez, 81, of Breckenridge, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on August 16, 1944, in Detroit to Jose and Ofelia (Olivo) Rodriguez, John was the middle child of twelve siblings. At the age of five, his family moved to Breckenridge, where he grew up and made...