Robert B. Werner
Aug 29, 2025
Robert B. Werner, aged 54, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Born on April 23, 1971, in Big Rapids, Michigan, he was the beloved son of Robert L. and Sandra K. (Lyndsey) Werner Jr. A graduate of Chippewa Hills High School in 1990, Robert went on to serve his country in the...
Lorene Ruth Warba
Aug 28, 2025
Lorene Ruth Warba, age 93, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025. Born in Ithaca, Michigan, she was the third of four children of Lucille (Fisher) Olson and Clark Robert Olson, and cherished the close bonds she shared with her siblings Madeline, Marjorie, and Robert.
Lorene was a devoted student, graduating from Ithaca High...
Louis "Bud" Kanyo
Aug 28, 2025
Bud Kanyo, a beloved husband, father, and educator, passed away on August 28, 2025, at Trinity Health St. Mary's in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at the age of 49. Born on September 27, 1975, Bud was the cherished son of the late Stanley Lee Kanyo and Effie Esther (McPherson) Roeder.
Bud was the best friend one could have....
Thomas Will Craven
Aug 24, 2025
Thomas Will Craven, age 70, formerly of Mt. Pleasant, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, August 24, after a courageous two-year battle with ALS.
Born May 8, 1955, Tom was the first child of Thomas and Janet (Yuncker) Craven and the proud older brother to six siblings. From an early age, Tom carried himself...
Cheryl Lin (Alexander) Bronson
Aug 22, 2025
Cheryl Lin "Cheri" (Alexander) Bronson, 64, of Blanchard, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 28, 1960, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Cheri was the eldest of four children of the late David and Ruth (Rodgerson) Alexander.
A 1978 graduate of Montabella High School, Cheri continued her education at...
Joann Camille French
Aug 21, 2025
JoAnn Camille (Grisdale) French, 87 of The Villages, formerly of Cheboygan, passed away August 21, 2025 at the Casa Bella Hospice House in Florida.
Joey was born February 1, 1938 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, the daughter of Joseph and Camille English. She graduated from Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart Academy and received her Bachelors Degree from Central Michigan...
Maithreyi Murthy
Aug 11, 2025
Maithreyi Murthy was born in Madras, India in 1950 to Seethalakshmi and T.S. Nanjundiah, and grew up surrounded by her loving siblings—Prabha, Indira, Mangala, Ramana, and Prabhu.
In 1977, she married her devoted husband, Jayaram Murthy. The following year, they moved to the United States and eventually settled in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, where they raised their two...
Robert Eric Kersey
Aug 7, 2025
Robert Kersey, 73, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the Corewell Health Hospital in Big Rapids, surrounded by his loved ones. 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.
Karsyn Marie Fox
Aug 6, 2025
With deep love and sorrow, the family of Kyle and Kendra (Flaugher) Fox announces the passing of their newborn daughter, Karsyn Marie on August 6, 2025. Loved beyond measure from the very beginning, Karsyn brought light into the lives of those who had long awaited her. She will always be remembered for the joy and hope she inspired, and...
Gary Dominic Nowicki
Aug 1, 2025
It is with deep love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Gary Dominic Nowicki, who departed this life peacefully with God by his side on August 1, 2025, at the age of 78.
Gary was born on December 24, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan to Dominic and Marjorie Nowicki—a Christmas Eve gift to all who...
Barbara Jean (Alford) Stires
Jul 28, 2025
Barbara Jean Stires, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the Horizon Senior Living III in West Branch surrounded by her loved ones. 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....
Gene Dale Ketchum
Jul 28, 2025
Gene Dale Ketchum, a beloved resident of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at McLaren Hospital in Flint, Michigan, at the age of 59. Born on August 9, 1965, in Mt. Pleasant, he was the son of Gene W. and Beverly K. (Smith) Ketchum. Gene was a devoted father to his five children, Daniel, Kevin, Kristi,...
Larry J. Mead
Jul 27, 2025
Larry J. Mead, a beloved resident of Beal City, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Pioneer Golden Estates in Clare at the age of 85. Born on April 3, 1940, he was the second of six children to Donald and Elsie (Klumpp) Mead. Larry was welcomed into the family by his sister Virginia and later welcomed his...
Lucille B. (Scully) Tilmann
Jul 25, 2025
Lucille B. (Scully) Tilmann, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born on November 23, 1933, to Robert and Anna (O'Hara) Scully, Lucille was raised in Mt. Pleasant and graduated from Sacred Heart Academy with the Class of 1952. On April 30, 1955, she married the...
Edward Gerard Donovan
Jul 18, 2025
Edward Gerard Donovan, age 62, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on March 11, 1963, Edward lived a life marked by quiet strength, steady devotion, and genuine kindness.
Those who knew Ed will remember his easygoing nature, generous heart, and unwavering commitment to his family and friends. Whether lending a helping...
Carl J. Schafer
Jul 16, 2025
Carl James Schafer, 80, of Beal City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center in Midland, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on January 5, 1945, in Mt. Pleasant, Carl was one of six children of William J. and Blanche M. (Mead) Schafer. He graduated from Beal City High School...
Patrick Dennis Parent Sr.
Jul 13, 2025
Patrick Dennis Parent Sr., 71, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the MediLodge of Clare surrounded by his loved ones. 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.
Mary Kay (Bergeron) Smith
Jul 9, 2025
Mary Kay Smith, 74, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at the Woodland Hospice House surrounded by her loved ones. 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.
Jolucile Barragan
Jul 8, 2025
Jolucile Barragan, affectionately known as Jo, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Woodland Hospice House in Mt. Pleasant. Born on January 6, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth Harold and Elaine Maxine (Watkins) Brooks. Jo was the youngest of four children, welcomed into the home by her elder siblings Donna, Joyce,...
Gladys May Walker
Jul 5, 2025
Gladys May Walker, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Green Acres Assisted Living at the age of 97. She was born on August 8, 1927, in Isabella County, Michigan, to the late Herbert H. and Mable (Maxon) Winnie. Gladys married John Walker on August 27, 1949, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and together they...
