Obituaries

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...

Sep 29, 2025

With great love and sadness, the family of John Rolfe Cook announces his passing on September 29, 2025, at the age of 60.

Born on November 3, 1964, John was the beloved son of Roland (Ron) and the late Marjorie (Wood) Hungerford. He grew up in Alma, Michigan, attending Alma High School and Republic Alternative High School....

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Amy Lynn Starin announces her passing on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the age of 51.

Amy was born on February 4, 1974, in Lansing, Michigan, and she was a 1993 graduate of Everett High School. Amy will be remembered as a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, granddaughter, and...

Sep 19, 2025

Janet Louise (Nelson) Crawford, age 88, of Mount Pleasant, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 19, 2025.

Born on January 23, 1937, in Lake Station, Michigan, to Hugh and Lillian (Ashley) Nelson, Janet grew up with a deep appreciation for family and learning. She graduated from Farwell High School and went on to earn her degree from...

Sep 19, 2025

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Beverly Medford, affectionately known as "Ma" to all who loved her. She departed this life surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, boundless generosity, and unconditional love. She was the daughter of Ida Marie (Kropp) Moore Shaffer and Birdsell Warren...

Sep 15, 2025

Betty Schafer, 87, of Beal City, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025, at Woodland Hospice. She was born March 10, 1938, in Isabella County, Michigan, the daughter of the late James and Lucille (Sage) Elkins.

A 1956 graduate of Mt. Pleasant High School, Betty married Everett "Bub" Schafer on December 29, 1962, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church...

Sep 11, 2025

Daniel J. Natzel, aged 62, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Born on November 19, 1962, in Isabella County, Michigan, Dan was the first of three children to William George and Mary Margaret (Thomas) Natzel. He was a beloved brother to his younger sisters, Nora 'Nonie' and Heather.

Dan graduated from Sacred Heart...

Sep 4, 2025

Daniel Walter Clare, lovingly known as Danny, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the age of 50, after courageously battling cancer. He was surrounded by the love of his family and friends in his final moments.

Danny was born on Sunday, October 27, 1974, in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, to Cynthia Kay Block and Gary Lee...

Aug 30, 2025

Clara Frick, 86, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Northwoods Nursing Center in Farwell. She was born December 11, 1938, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, the youngest of eight children born to the late August and Hedwig (Ruess) Frick. She followed her elder siblings, August, Otto, Eugene, Carl, Joseph, Frank, and Rose Marie.

A graduate of...