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Troy Ramon Ruiz

Troy Ramon Ruiz

Nov 7, 2023

Saginaw, Michigan 

Beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away unexpectedly and was greeted by first born son Troy Jr and wife in Heaven on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at his daughters’ home, with his family at his side. At the age of 62 years.  

The son of Karen (Ritter) Abram and the late Ramon...

Elsie Theresa Mikek

Elsie Theresa Mikek

Nov 7, 2023

 

Passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at her home. Age 92 years.

The daughter of the late Luella (Aelker) and Fredrick Petersen was born August 20, 1931, in Owosso, Michigan.  She married Thomas J. Mikek, November 20, 1964. He passed away in 2018.

Elsie served with the U.S. Air Force from 1960-1966. She was a Registered Nurse, retiring from...

Chae Charmeon Riley

Chae Charmeon Riley

Nov 5, 2023

Mr . Chae Charmeon Riley lovingly called “Chay-Lay”, a cherished member of the Lake Orion community, passed away suddenly on November 5, 2023, leaving behind a grieving family, many friends, and co-workers who valued him for his hard work and dedication. Chae was born on June 28, 1976, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Johnnie Franklin Jr. and Lynette C....

David Ronnie Bauer

David Ronnie Bauer

Nov 5, 2023

David R. Bauer of Hemlock, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on November 5, 2023, after battling lung disease for several years, surrounded by his family and those that cared for him, at Chelsey Park Health and Rehabilitation in Dahlonega, GA. He was 81 years old. David was born on November 29, 1941, in...

Jack L. Dean

Jack L. Dean

Nov 5, 2023

Jack L. Dean, age 94, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Jack was born in Peck, Michigan on July 14, 1929, the son of the late John Dean and Mary Brown Dean. He graduated from Bay City Central High School. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, serving as a...

John Pearce

John Pearce

Nov 3, 2023

John Pearce

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend John Pearce passed away November 3, 2023, at the age of 69 years.

The son of the late Ronald and Rooney/Carroll (Noxon) Pearce, John Pearce was born on December 8, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan. He graduated from Holt High School, Class of 1972. He was a Ferris State...

Leonard Engel

Leonard Engel

Nov 3, 2023

 

Leonard Paul Engel, known to his loved ones as Len or Lenny, passed away suddenly on November 3, 2023, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on December 15, 1949, in Saginaw. Leonard attended Arthur Hill High School and graduated with the class of 1968. Following his education, he embarked on a successful career at General Motors as a machinist....

Marlene Duggar

Marlene Duggar

Nov 1, 2023

 

 

Marlene (Schulz) Duggar, was a remarkable individual whose life left an indelible mark on all those who had the privilege of knowing her. She was born on October 25, 1961, in Saginaw, Michigan to her loving parents Henry and Mildred Schulz. Marlene's vibrant spirit and warm heart touched the lives of many, and her recent passing on November...

Gerald Duane Crawford

Gerald Duane Crawford

Nov 1, 2023

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on November 01, 2023. Age 83 years. Jerry was born on August 31, 1940, in Saginaw to the late George and Sarah (Redding) Crawford. He married Josephine Wanek on July 31, 1981; she predeceased him October 4, 2022. Jerry worked as an electrician for General Motors, retiring after over 40...

David "Dave" Lee Tweddle

David "Dave" Lee Tweddle

Oct 31, 2023

David "Dave" Lee Tweddle of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital. He was 72 years old. David Lee Tweddle was born on June 26, 1951, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late Louis David and Lois Ann...

Joyce M. Benkert

Joyce M. Benkert

Oct 31, 2023

 

Joyce M. Benkert, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away on October 31, 2023 at the age of 87. She was born on December 29, 1935 in Saginaw to the late Joseph G. and Helen R. (Kosciuszko) Urbanowski.

She married her true love and best friend Carl William Benkert on July 6, 1957. Their 66-year marriage was a true...

Eugene Thomas Tanke

Eugene Thomas Tanke

Oct 30, 2023

Beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather went home to be with our Lord on Monday, October 30, 2023. At the age of 90 years. 

Eugene Thomas Tanke was born on October 11, 1933, in Benton Harbor, MI to George A. Tanke and Mildred C. (Momany) Tanke. His parents, his siblings and his wife, Eleanor Jean (Enders) Tanke predeceased him. Eugene and...

Tammy Mae Yancer

Tammy Mae Yancer

Oct 30, 2023

Merrill, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend passed away on October 30, 2023, at at the age of 61 years.

Tammy was born on November 21, 1961, in Owosso, MI to parents Michael Babion and the late Donna (Harris) Girard. She was a proud graduate of Merrill High School, class of 1980. Tammy had a green thumb...

Daniel Allen David

Daniel Allen David

Oct 29, 2023

Daniel Allen David

Saginaw, Michigan

Passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023. Age 57 years.

He was born on December 16, 1965, son of the late Ernest and Betty (Creager) David, in Saginaw.

Daniel was a faithful member of Old Town Christian Outreach Center and enjoyed impersonating Elvis Presley.

A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 p.m., on...

Clarence Bertrum Giacoletti

Clarence Bertrum Giacoletti

Oct 29, 2023

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on October 29, 2023, at Covenant Medical Center Cooper at the age of 80 years. Clarence was born on August 15, 1943, in Saginaw, to the late Joseph and Margaret (Poma) Giacoletti. He graduated from SS Peter and Paul High School. Clarence married Zita Zalensas on December 20, 1974: she...

Gary Robert Polak

Gary Robert Polak

Oct 28, 2023

 

Gary Robert Polak, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2023, at Covenant Medical Center Cooper. Gary was born on March 29, 1951, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Robert Jospeh Polak and Ethel Irene (Rodeitcher) Polak.

Gary obtained his high school diploma from Bridgeport High School, where he developed lifelong friendships. His professional journey was marked by his remarkable...

Thomas J. Smith

Thomas J. Smith

Oct 24, 2023

Our loving husband, father and grandfather passed away on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Age 74 years. Tom was born on January 25, 1949, son of the late Cecil and Marie (Nielsen) Smith, in Saginaw. Tom married Veronica Hamling, who he affectionately called “Ronnie” on July 13, 1968. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War in 1968-1969,...

Ida C. Vervinck

Ida C. Vervinck

Oct 23, 2023

Beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, at Covenant HealthCare – Harrison, with her family at her side. At the age of 73 years.

The daughter of the late Clarence and Francis (Moore) Petrey, Ida was born on November 3, 1949. She graduated from Hemlock High School. Ida married Harold A....

Galen Clifford Grandy

Galen Clifford Grandy

Oct 23, 2023

Beloved brother and uncle passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper, with his family by his side; at the age of 93 years.

Galen was born on March 13, 1930, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Saginaw High School class of 1949. Galen married Mable Davy on February 10, 1951, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Saginaw....

Timothy G. Loubert

Timothy G. Loubert

Oct 22, 2023

Beloved brother passed away on October 22, 2023. Age 63 years.Timothy was born on December 23, 1959, in Saginaw, MI, to the late Joseph Alfred and Loretta May (Berger) Loubert. He owned his own drywalling business, Affordable Drywall, for over 10 years. Timothy was a quiet, fun loving brother who enjoyed all things outdoors, especially riding his dune buggy, dirt...

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