Obituaries
Lillian Ann "Annie" Merdler
Sep 26, 2024
Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare Harrison, with her family at her side. Age 73 years.
The daughter of the late William E. and Ruth J. (McPherson) Cook, Lillian was born on July 1, 1951, Alma, Michigan. She graduated from Ithaca High School, as her Class Salutatorian of 1969. Lillian then...
Lee Junior Westendorf
Sep 25, 2024
Lee Junior Westendorf of Saginaw, Michigan
Beloved father, grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at Country Square AFC Home in Auburn, Michigan. He was 89 years old. Lee Junior Westendorf was born on August 20, 1935, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Lee Charles and Mamie Veretta (Anschuetz) Westendorf. He was a 1953 graduate of...
John J. Hawk
Sep 21, 2024
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, surrounded by his family, went to be with his Lord on September 21, 2024. Age 69 years.
The son of the late John “Jack” and Catherine “Kitty” (Lavin) Hawk was born on May 2, 1955, in Detroit, Michigan. He grew up in Inkster until his family relocated to a farm in Sandusky his...
Ronald Howard Whiteherse
Sep 20, 2024
Ronald Howard Whiteherse Jr., age 76, of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away at his home on Friday, September 20, 2024, with his loving family at his side.
Ron was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on September 26, 1947, the son of the late Ronald Howard Whiteherse and Lois (Webster) Whiteherse. Ron graduated from Oscoda High School in 1966 and worked in sales throughout...
Thomas Lee Pearson
Sep 18, 2024
Thomas Lee Pearson, Sr., of El Mirage, California
It's with mixed emotions that we make the announcement that our dad, Thomas Lee Pearson Sr., went home to be with the Lord on September 18, 2024 at 84 years of age while vacationing in his hometown of Saginaw, Michigan. My dad was born on April 5, 1940 to the late Raymond Dale...
Laurie Mae Zeitler
Sep 18, 2024
Hemlock, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at Hampton Manor of Merrill, with her family at her side. Age 81 years.
The daughter of the late Melvin E. and Marie A. (Krenzke) Tessin, Laurie was born on June 21, 1943, in Saginaw, Michigan. She graduated from Hemlock High School, then continued her education at Delta...
Eric W. Santhany
Sep 17, 2024
Eric Warren Santhany passed away peacefully with family by his side on September 17, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. He fought with dignity and grace. Eric was born November 14, 1952 in Valdosta, Georgia. Although, he lived most of his life in Saginaw, Michigan. Eric graduated from Douglas MacArthur High School in 1971 and was dedicated to his...
Donald “Don” Lee Christiansen
Sep 15, 2024
Donald “Don” Lee Christiansen, 88, of Saginaw, MI passed away peacefully to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Saginaw Senior Care and Rehab Center.
Don was born in Flint, Michigan, to the late Ransom and Norma Christiansen on March 4, 1936. He graduated from Flint Technical High School in 1954. Don went on to earn an engineering...
Randy G. Hunter
Sep 15, 2024
Our loving husband and father passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Age 73 years.
Randy was born on November 7, 1950, son of the late Randy and Gertrude (Edwards) Hunter, in Saginaw. He married Stacy Gallery on August 27, 1983. She survives him. Randy retired from General Motors, Malleable Iron Plant in 1996 after many years of dedicated service. He...
Bernice Marie Gudaitis
Sep 13, 2024
Bernice Gudaitis (Zabel)Hemlock, Michigan
Bernice was born on June 3, 1946, in Hemlock, Michigan, to the late Alvin and Ruth Zabel. She passed away on September 13, 2024 in Saginaw, Michigan. Age 78.
Bernice is survived by her daughter, Chris (Greg) McMahon; son, Matt Gudaitis; granddaughter, Gracen McMahon; and siblings, Daniel (Violet) Zabel, Carl (Sharon) Zabel, Marcella (John) Bremer, Patricia Godwin, and...
Dorothy Ann Fahrenbruch
Sep 12, 2024
Bridgeport, Michigan
Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Maple Woods Manor. At the age of 85 years.
The daughter of the late Orval and Caroline (Pretzer) Wolfgram, Dorothy was born on October 18, 1938, in Saginaw, Michigan. She graduated from Saginaw High School. Dorothy married Paul W. Fahrenbruch on January 17, 1959. He preceded her...
Norman "Brud" Alfred Scheffler
Sep 11, 2024
Norman “Brud” Alfred Scheffler of National City, Michigan, formerly of Saginaw
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and uncle passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. He was 92 years old. Brud was born on March 3, 1932, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Alfred and Elizabeth (Crandall) Scheffler. He was a...
"Pat" Patrick Charles Gilles
Sep 10, 2024
“Pat” Patrick Charles Gilles of Bridgeport, Michigan
Beloved husband, father, “papa”, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend peacefully went home to be with the Lord, with his family by his side on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. He was 66 years old. Patrick Charles Gilles was born on December 19, 1957, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Arthur...
Beth Elaine Savard
Sep 9, 2024
Beth Elaine Savard, passed away on September 9, 2024, at the age of 90. Beth was born on November 1, 1933, in Hubbardston, Michigan, she lived a full life marked by her dedication to family, community, and her many interests.
An accomplished individual, Beth graduated as valedictorian from Gladwin High School in the class of 1951. She was married to Lloyd...
Paul Kevin Donahou
Sep 9, 2024
Paul Kevin Donahou, born on November 19, 1959, in Saginaw, Michigan, passed away on September 9, 2024. He was the cherished son of the late John Paul Donahou and Ellen Mary (Leuenberger) Donahou.
Paul's education began at Bridgeport High School, where he graduated as a member of the class of 1978. His time at high school was marked by his passion...
Grace Emery Manning
Sep 9, 2024
Grace Emery Manning of Saginaw, Michigan passed away on September 9, 2024, at the age of 89.
Grace was born October 16, 1934, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Rexford and Natalie (Spencer) Emery. She resided in Saginaw her entire life, and was married to the late Dr. J.E. Manning.
Grace graduated from Saginaw High School in 1952. Throughout her life she...
Jan Marie Engler
Sep 9, 2024
Our loving wife, mother and grandmother went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 9, 2024. Age 70 years.
Jan was born on February 6, 1954, daughter of the late Raymond and Jean (Vasey) Thon, in Saginaw. She married Phillip Engler on May 18, 1985. He survives her. Jan had a loving, compassionate heart and enjoyed her many years...
Roger Edward Price
Sep 8, 2024
Roger Edward Price, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away peacefully at home September 8,2024, surrounded by his devoted family.
Roger was born on February 10, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Herman and Grace (Mary) Price. Roger dedicated 47 years of his professional life to General Motors, where he served with pride as a team leader and was an...
Shirley Ann Schmidt
Sep 8, 2024
Shirley Ann Schmidt
Owosso, Michigan
Formerly of Saginaw
Went to be with our Lord, Sunday, September 8, 2024. Age 93 years.
She was born April 6, 1931, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Howard and Francis (Smith) Stacey. She married Robert Schmidt on March 18, 1949, in Saginaw, MI. He preceded her in death on August 16, 1990.
Surviving are her daughters, Susan (Mike) Sobol,...
Alvin Adam Auernhammer
Sep 6, 2024
Alvin Adam Auernhammer
Saginaw, Michigan
Passed away Friday, September 6, 2024, at Adira Nursing and Rehab. Age 90 years.
Alvin was born September 5, 1934, in Richville, Michigan, the son of the late Frank A. and Alma (Beyerlein) Auernhammer. He was a graduate of Vassar High School and served in the U. S. Army.
He married Joanne Burza, June 16, 1956. His wife of...
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