Obituaries

Arnold David Geiersbach

Arnold David Geiersbach

Apr 20, 2025

Arnold David Geiersbach passed away peacefully Sunday, April 20, 2025 working on a puzzle, his very favorite thing to do. He was 87 years old. Arnold was born on October 5, 1937 in Munger, Michigan, the son of the late John and Eda Geiersbach.

Arnie was a sweet, kind, goofy and loving person. He spent 64 years married to the love...

Cathy Denise Miller

Cathy Denise Miller

Apr 18, 2025

Cathy Denise Miller

Born on August 7th, 1958, to her loving parents, Lavona (née Walker) and Joe Miller. Cathy embarked on her final adventure Friday, April 18th, 2025- a spontaneous surprise as she quite enjoyed doing the unexpected. She is survived by her perfect daughter (Cathy’s words), Amber’s supportive boyfriend Collin Fritch (who also shared in taking great care of Cathy),...

Brigitte Christel Meyer

Brigitte Christel Meyer

Apr 18, 2025

Beloved and devoted wife, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Covenant hospital, age 84 years. The daughter of the late Fritz and Adelheid (Mundt) Gausa, Brigitte was born on December 4, 1940 in Berlin Germany. She immigrated to Saginaw, Michigan in June 1952. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1959. She married...

Catherine Elizabeth Spyker

Catherine Elizabeth Spyker

Apr 17, 2025

Passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 102 years.

The daughter of the late Charles H. and Mary M. (Lobsiger) Baldauf was born on December 9, 1922 in Saginaw. She married Gilbert Lorain Spyker on August 6, 1949 at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church where they were lifelong members; he predeceased her on March 3, 2017. Catherine graduated...

Judith "Judy" Elaine McCool

Judith "Judy" Elaine McCool

Apr 17, 2025

Judith Elaine “Judy” McCool of Saginaw, Michigan, formerly of Montrose

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Thursday, April 17, 2025. She was 80 years old. Judith Elaine Armstrong was born on Christmas Day, December 25, 1944, in Flint, Michigan, to the late Norman and Pauline Helen...

Francis A Mckenzie

Francis A Mckenzie

Apr 15, 2025

Passed away on April 15, 2025 in St. Charles, MI, at the age of 99 years. The daughter of the late August and Cecile (Braiden) Bauer was born November 7, 1925, in Kansas City, MO. She married Jack M. McKenzie in February 1944. Francis graduated as an RN and retired from Hurley Medical Center, where she worked with premature babies....

Jerry Bone

Jerry Bone

Apr 14, 2025

Jerry Dennis Bone peacefully passed away at home on Monday, April 14, 2025. Age 87 years.

Born in Athens, Georgia, he was the oldest of three children of Ralph and Ludella (Bullock) Bone. After graduating from University Training School, Jerry enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served honorably for five years. During his service, he was stationed at...

Joyce Arlene Laviolette

Joyce Arlene Laviolette

Apr 13, 2025

Joyce A. Laviolette, nee Carpenter, age 91, passed away Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Ernest (Ernie) Laviolette. Devoted mother of her daughters, Cheryl McKellar and Paula Morgan; stepchildren Mike Laviolette, Lori Laviolette, Lisa Laviolette Stone, and Todd Laviolette. She is survived by her brother Ed Carpenter (LuAnn), 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and several nieces and...

Peggy Ann Schardt

Peggy Ann Schardt

Apr 13, 2025

Burt, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Medilodge of Montrose, with her family at her side. Age 93 years.

The daughter of the late Dowell B. and Stella T. (Hougland) Welton, Peggy was born on February 20, 1932, in Flint, Michigan. She married the love of her life, John “Jack” Henry Schardt, on...

Gail P. Roethlisberger

Gail P. Roethlisberger

Apr 13, 2025

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025. Age 77 years.

The daughter of Nina (Shorthouse) and the late Grover Austin, Gail was born October 25, 1947, in Saginaw, Michigan. Gail married Ricky L. Roethlisberger on September 22, 1989, in Saginaw. He preceded her in death on January 5, 2023. Gail dedicated her professional life...

James Aaron Davis

James Aaron Davis

Apr 11, 2025

James Aaron “Jim” Davis of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, April 11, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center – Saginaw. He was 83 years old. James A. Davis was born on September 20, 1941, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late Robert and Pauline (Smith) Davis. He...

Robert SP Yien

Robert SP Yien

Apr 10, 2025

Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away on April 10, 2025 at the age of 84 years. Robert (Bob) was born on November 25, 1940 in Taipei City, Taiwan. He married Amy HM Ting on July 1, 1967; she predeceased him on June 30, 2019.

Surviving are his sons Phillip and Bradley, daughter-in-law Ruth, beloved granddaughter Joanna, his older sister...

Jane Marie Katter

Jane Marie Katter

Apr 10, 2025

Our mom was diagnosed with a brain tumor and was given 6 months to live …five years ago! What Satan meant for evil God used for His good. This extension of her life was valuable in many, many ways. But the most important way is what Jesus refers to in John 3:3, when Jesus tells Nicodemus, even though Nicodemus was...

Virginia Mary Smith

Virginia Mary Smith

Apr 9, 2025

Passed away peacefully at home with family and friends on April 09, 2025, at the age of 61 years. Virginia was born on December 24, 1963 in Bay City, MI, to the late Audrey Smith. She enjoyed fishing and talking smack.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters: Linda (Tim) Needham and Amanda Matthews, step-son Steve Stevenson, grandchildren Landon Ruddy,...

Jacklynn Marie (Ward) Earley

Jacklynn Marie (Ward) Earley

Apr 9, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother and Grannie, Jacklynn Marie Ward Earley. She was known by friends and family as Jackie.

After a long battle with dementia, Jackie passed peacefully at Nottingham Place in Midland, Michigan at the age of 77, on April 09, 2025.

She was born the oldest daughter to Edgar and Helen...

Carolyn Sue Obendorfer

Carolyn Sue Obendorfer

Apr 9, 2025

Carolyn Sue Obendorfer of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Covenant HealthCare – Cooper. She was 84 years old. Carolyn Sue Burns was born on August 23, 1940, in St. Ignace, Michigan to the late, Walter C. and Irene (St. Onge) Burns. She was a proud graduate of...

Michele Lynn Gregg-Medina

Michele Lynn Gregg-Medina

Apr 6, 2025

Michele Lynn Gregg-Medina of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, April 6, 2025. She was 45 years old. Michele Lynn Gregg was born on August 20, 1979, in Saginaw, Michigan to Debra Lynn (Itoney) and Larry Gregg. She was a proud graduate of Carrollton High School. Following graduation, Michele...

Lino Soto Gonzales

Lino Soto Gonzales

Apr 6, 2025

Lino passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the age of 67 years.

He was born on February 25, 1958, son of the late Eloy and Frances (Gutierrrez) Gonzales, in Caro.

Lino enjoyed walking around Old Town and having a cup of coffee at McDonald's.

Lino is survived by his nieces, Frances Gonzales and Flora Yates; his nephews, Samuel Gonzales, Jr....

Kimberly Marie Melanson

Kimberly Marie Melanson

Apr 5, 2025

Beloved mother, daughter, sister and aunt made it to the Stairway to Heaven, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the age of 59 years.

Kimberly was born on July 6, 1965, daughter of Sharon (Moriarty) and the late Donald Melanson, in Saginaw. She enjoyed listening to music and baking. Kimberly was a talented painter and crafter. Having a love for nature,...

Gale Marden

Gale Marden

Apr 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Gale Ann (Cherry) Marden, of Hemlock, Michigan on April 5, 2025, at the age of 81. She passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side. Her soul has passed on to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus, and all who have passed before her.

She...