Obituaries

Nov 18, 2013

In today's society, material possessions tend to be a benchmark to measure a mans success. Too many times, the simpler qualities, such as a devout faith, dedication to family and hard work are easily overlooked when judging a mans character. Ken Schafer was not someone consumed by material gains in life but by the satisfaction of putting his family...

Nov 17, 2013

Mark (Yogi) Jon Wilson

August 20, 1957 – November 17, 2013

Mark (Yogi) Jon Wilson, age 56, of Mt. Pleasant went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2013 with his loving family by his side.

Yogi was born on August 20, 1957 in Mt. Pleasant....

Nov 4, 2013

Rodney Miller, 53, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 4, 2013, in Las Vegas while working. He was born March 24, 1960, in Lansing, son of the late Ronald E. and Margaret S. (Sabin) Miller Sr. He has been employed by Prestige Trucking the past two years. Rodney is survived by four children, Rodney (fiance, Carrie Proctor) Miller...

Oct 21, 2013

Donald Pohl, 91, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Monday, Oct. 21, 2013, at the Isabella County Medical Care Facility. A Funeral Mass for Don will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Loren Kalinowski presiding. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Lux Family Life Story Funeral...

Oct 15, 2013

A straightforward, honest and kindhearted man, Douglas Dehn was an extraordinary man to know and love. He served his country and his community with honor and compassion, and he was well-respected by all who knew him. Doug was a devoted husband and father who was blessed to witness his family tree grow to include grandchildren and great-grandchildren who made him...

Sep 26, 2013

A vivacious, independent, and kindhearted woman, Marcia Doneth was one of the sweetest women around. She had the most lively sense of humor and was a master of pranks that were always in good taste, of course. Being a mother seemed to be a role that was tailor made just for Marcia, and it was easy to see that she...

Sep 19, 2013

Throughout her rich and rewarding life, Lillian Falsetta was all about faith, family, and love. She was selfless and giving when it came to her family, and there was nothing that made her happier than when her family was gathered around her table. It was no secret that Lillian viewed the day she married the love of her life and...

Sep 6, 2013

Oliver "Barclay" Gordon

Oliver "Barclay" Gordon, age 85, of Weidman passed away in Adelaide, Australia on Friday, September 6, 2013.

Barclay was born to Peter and Jean (Moira) Gordon on July 21, 1928 in Aberdeen, Scotland of the U. K. He was raised in Tain, Scotland. Doris Shaw and Barclay were married...

Sep 1, 2013

Joseph Wayne Geasler

Joseph Wayne Geasler, age 44, of Lake passed away at McLaren Central Michigan Hospital in Mt. Pleasant on Sunday, September 1, 2013.

Joe was born on April 26, 1969 to Norman J and Joyce M. (Cornell) Geasler in Clare, MI. He was raised in the Lake area and graduated...

Aug 30, 2013

All who knew Dorothy Bushey would agree that she was a woman who was beautiful on the inside and out. With an unwavering faith as her constant companion, her life was filled with love, laughter, and a song appropriate for any and every occasion. A loving wife and devoted mother, there wasnt anything that Dorothy wouldnt do for her family....

Aug 28, 2013

Thelma L Smith

Thelma L Smith, age 85, of Vestaburg passed away at MidMichigan Medical Center in Midland on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 surrounded by her loving family.

Thelma was born on October 31, 1927 to John L and Hazel E (Wing) Johnson in Alma, MI. She was raised in the Alma...

Aug 26, 2013

Evangeline Cole, 98, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Monday, August 26, 2013, at Tendercare in Mt. Pleasant. A Funeral Mass for Evangeline will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Loren Kalinowski presiding. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Lux Family Life Story Funeral Home on...

Aug 25, 2013

Agnes R. Langeland, 86, of Clare, passed away peacefully at Woodland Hospice. Agnes was born on December 26, 1926 in Muskegon, daughter of the late Derk and Jennie (Dutmer) Scholtens. She married Bill Langeland on November 22, 1946 and they were married for 55 years at the time of Bills death in 2002. During their lifetime together they lived in...

Aug 18, 2013

Leona Bufford, 64, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2013, at Woodland Hospice. Leona was born June 26, 1949, in Mt. Pleasant, daughter of the late ONeil and Audrey (Smith) Langlois. She was most recently employed by Walmart for 19 years, retiring in 2008. Prior to that, she had worked for Giantway for 10 years and Dial-A-Ride for...

Aug 15, 2013

Betty Jane Sibert, 83, of Vestaburg, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2013, at Arbor Grove in Alma.

Aug 8, 2013

Margaret Butcher, 85, passed away August 8, 2013. Cremation has taken place.

Aug 4, 2013

No matter what she was doing, Fran Kowalski was the heartbeat of wherever she was. She had a warm and infectious smile coupled with a contagious laughter that brought such happiness to those around her. Being a mother was a role tailor made just for her and she would do anything for the children she loved more than life itself....

Jul 26, 2013

Alberta Swetz, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away Friday, July 26, 2013, at McLaren Central Michigan. Cremation has taken place.

Jul 21, 2013

Wilbur Warren Williams, age 73, most recently residing in Mount Pleasant, MI passed away at home on July 21, 2013 surrounded by his family. Wilbur was born on December 15, 1939 in Coldwater, MI. He resided for the majority of his life in Bronson, MI, graduating from Bronson High School in 1958. He met his wife Ella Faye (Cole) Williams...

Jul 20, 2013

Auburna Ruth Bonnell, age 91, affectionately known as "Burnie" passed away peacefully on July 20, 2013 at Woodland Hospice in Mt. Pleasant, MI. Born in Traverse City, MI, she attended Alma College and Michigan State University. Upon graduation, she taught home economics at Suttons Bay and then in Mt. Pleasant. It was in Mt. Pleasant where she met and married...