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Michael P. Unger

Michael P. Unger

Jan 11, 2025

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Age 76 years.

The son of the late Glenn C. and Evelyn M. (Parsons) Unger, Michael was born on August 20, 1948, in Saginaw, Michigan. He graduated from Arthur Hill Technical High School with the Class of 1966. Michael married Bobbie J. Krawczak on May 20, 1978. They...

Darlene Kay Stryker

Darlene Kay Stryker

Jan 10, 2025

Darlene Kay Stryker, of Hemlock, MI, born on July 15, 1945, in Chapin, MI, passed away on January 10, 2025, in Merrill, MI. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, who dedicated her life to her family.

Darlene's caring spirit was evident in her community involvement. A 4-H leader and a member of the Hemlock Band...

Agapito “Shorty” Trejo

Agapito “Shorty” Trejo

Jan 8, 2025

Agapito “Shorty” Trejo of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. He was 57 years old. Agapito Trejo was born on October 7, 1967, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Agapito Rocha and Adelita Trejo. He was a proud graduate of...

Chester Robert Latty

Chester Robert Latty

Jan 8, 2025

Chester Robert Latty

 Saginaw, Michigan

 Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday January 8,2025 at the age of 96.

Chet was born on November 23, 1928, the son of Earl and Eva (Tyler) Latty. He married Loraine Latty (Goodside) who predeceased him in 1991. He was also married to Pat Tobin, who predeceased him and...

Daniel "Dan" John Buckley

Daniel "Dan" John Buckley

Jan 7, 2025

Daniel “Dan” John Buckley of Merrill, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away suddenly at his home with his family by his side on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. He was 78 years old. Daniel John Buckley was born on March 30, 1946, at the family home in Merrill, Michigan to the late Andrew and Alice (Hyatt)...

Keith A. Skuczas "Skooch"

Keith A. Skuczas "Skooch"

Jan 4, 2025

Keith A. Skuczas "Skooch"

Merrill

Keith A. Skuczas “Skooch,” 62 of Merrill Michigan, unexpectedly passed away in his home on January 4th, 2025. Born February 23, 1962 the youngest of 4 to the late Tom and Shirley Skuczas. He is predeceased by his parents; sister, Diane Lamia; grandson, Spencer Jack; and wife, Ann. 

Surviving are his loving daughters; Rachel Kenny, Christy Anderson, Sarah...

Frances C. Varney

Frances C. Varney

Jan 4, 2025

Frances C. Varney (Birdsall)

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, and aunt passed away peacefully Saturday, January 4, 2025, just a day short of her 99th birthday. Frances was born on January 5, 1926, in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Edward and Alvia (Sonner) Birdsall. She married the late Laverne Varney on April 5, 1947, and spent 67 years with...

Michael James Bonar Sr.

Michael James Bonar Sr.

Jan 3, 2025

Brant, Michigan

Passed away peacefully at home, on January 3, 2025, surrounded by his wife and family, after a courageous and hard-fought twenty-one month battle with cancer, at the age of 63. Mike was born on March 31, 1961.

Mike had a tremendous sense of humor, and lots of love and laughter in his life. His family meant everything to him. Mike...

Sally J. Claus-Hanak

Sally J. Claus-Hanak

Jan 3, 2025

Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the age of 87 years.

The daughter of the late Henry Claus and Rose(Wilhelm) Fielert was born on September 7, 1937 in Saginaw. She retired from Macy’s after many years of service. Sally enjoyed time spent with her children and grandchildren.

Surviving are her children: Delbert Hanak, Lori (Timothy)...

Michael Vincent Vallier

Michael Vincent Vallier

Jan 2, 2025

Michael "Mike" Vincent Vallier passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Covenant Healthcare at the age of 66 years. He was born on September 17, 1958 to the late Vincent and Rose Vallier.

Mike devoted many years of his professional life to The Anderson Company in Hemlock, where he was known not only for his work ethic but also for...

Dale Alen Sieggreen

Dale Alen Sieggreen

Jan 1, 2025

Dale Alen Siegreen, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, friend, tragically passed away suddenly on January 1 2025, in his hometown of Saginaw. Born on January 22, 1951, he brightened the lives of all who had the pleasure knowing him during his 73 years on this earth.

A proud graduate of Buena Vista High School, class 1969, Dale answered the call of...

William "Bill" Tarachas

William "Bill" Tarachas

Jan 1, 2025

Bay City, Michigan

Formerly of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, with his family at his side. Age 82 years. 

The son of the late Demosthenes “James” and Georgia (Komnas) Tarachas, Bill was born on July 16, 1942, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School. Bill continued his...

Diane L. Greenwood

Diane L. Greenwood

Dec 31, 2024

Diane L. Greenwood, born on November 26, 1952, in Saginaw, departed this world far too suddenly on December 31, 2024, leaving behind a legacy steeped in love, compassion, and nurturing spirit. Diane, a devoted Licensed Practical Nurse, graced the halls of Covenant with her unwavering dedication for many years, embodying the essence of care that she so cherished in her...

Benjamin Andrew Paulson

Benjamin Andrew Paulson

Dec 30, 2024

Benjamin Andrew Paulson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle, colleague, teacher and friend, passed away at his home on December 30, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born on November 15, 1940, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to the late Philmer and LaVerne Paulson.

A graduate of Albert Lea High School, Benjamin obtained both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from...

Edward "Ed" L. Roenicke

Edward "Ed" L. Roenicke

Dec 30, 2024

Edward “Ed” L. Roenicke of Bridgeport, Michigan 

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, December 30, 2024. Edward Lewis Roenicke was born on January 24, 1924, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Elmer W. and Dora L. (Gay) Roenicke. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School, Class of 1942. Following...

Donald "Don" Lee Wilhite

Donald "Don" Lee Wilhite

Dec 30, 2024

Donald “Don” Lee Wilhite of Davison, Michigan

Beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, December 30, 2024. Donald Lee Wilhite was born on December 5, 1950, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Lee Roy and Laura Mae (Hull) Wilhite. He was a 1969 graduate of Davison High School. Following graduation, he proudly...

SanJuanita "Janie" Stever

SanJuanita "Janie" Stever

Dec 29, 2024

Our loving mother, grandmother and sister went home to with the Lord on Sunday, December 29, 2024, reunited with the love of her life, Gary Lee Stever. Age 71 years. 

Janie was born on August 25, 1953, daughter of the late Victor and Maria (Gonzalez) Vallegos. She married Gary Lee Stever on September 27, 1997. He predeceased her on September 5,...

William "Bill" M. Koboldt

William "Bill" M. Koboldt

Dec 29, 2024

William “Bill” M. Koboldt of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, “dog dad,” uncle, cousin, and friend passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was 79 years old. William Michael Koboldt was born on February 21, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Elmer A. and Ruth E. (Lehmann) Koboldt. He was...

Sharon K. Brown

Sharon K. Brown

Dec 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of Sharon K. Brown, age 77, of Midland, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Stratford Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Midland Michigan.

Sharon was born on June 11, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan, the daughter of the late Frank J. Schultz and Maxine L. (Pittman) Schultz. Sharon was a graduate from Arthur Hill school. Sharon pursued...

Shirley Christian

Shirley Christian

Dec 28, 2024

Shirley Christian 

Saginaw, Michigan

Devoted wife, caregiver, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024. She was born in East Tawas, MI on December 1, 1934, to Arthur C. And Charlotte B. (Clute) Allen. Shirley graduated from Tawas City High School in 1953. That same year, on September 26th, she married the love of her...

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