Mona Jean Courter
Mona Jean Courter; age 57 of Sumner passed away Saturday, January 10 at her home. Mona was born June 26, 1968 the daughter of Jacob and Sharon (Kemp) Helman. She enjoyed being outside weather tending to her vegetable garden, watching her birds, kayaking, being around the lake, riding her quad, or just being around a...
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James Albert Kanine
James Albert Kanine, lovingly known as Jim, entered the presence of his Savior on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at his home. He was born May 2, 1936, to Glenn and Mary “Leta” (Knight) Kanine and was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Barb Verwey. Jim was a devoted husband, father,...
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Jeffrey Scott Stanke
Jeffrey Scott Stanke; age 61 of Shepherd passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 at MyMichigan Medical Center of Midland. Jeff was born January 6, 1964 the son of Philip and Linda (Becker) Stanke. He enjoyed racing and being at the Mt. Pleasant Speedway. Jeff graduated from Shepherd High School. He enjoyed golfing with his dad....
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Robert D Rood
Robert D Rood; age 76 of Remus passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026 peacefully at his home surrounded by family. Robert was born February 15, 1949 the son of John and Marvel (Porter) Rood. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, particularly salmon fishing near Newago. He also enjoyed long motorcycle trips. Robert was an entrepreneur of...
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John Arthur Grim
John Arthur Grim August 5, 1950 – December 31, 2025 John Arthur Grim, age 75, of Shepherd, passed away December 31, 2025, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He was born August 5, 1950, the son of George and Geraldine (Rhode) Grim. John worked at Grim Printing in the commercial printing and newspaper...
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Marylou Zelis
Marylou Zelis; age 97 of Sumner passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025 peacefully at her home surrounded by family. Marylou was born November 3, 1928 and her parents were Tom and Henrietta (Riggs) Brecht. She enjoyed baking and being outside tending to her flower garden. She was famous for her pie crust and cookies that...
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John Ernest Harris
Late Tuesday night, December 23, 2025, Shepherd lost a true legend. John Harris passed away, leaving behind a legacy that shaped generations of students, athletes, and community members. He was born July 6, 1935 the son of Thomas and Aletha (Hatton) Croton. John was a devoted husband, father, educator, and coach whose influence extended...
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Mark Scott Painter
Mark Scott Painter; age 65 of Alma passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at his home. Mark was born January 13, 1960 the son of Elwin and Nila (Richards) Painter. He enjoyed fishing, camping, fixing and working on small engines, and watching his Detroit Tigers and Lions. Mark married Bobbie Jo Steffenhagen in 1998. Mark...
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Marvin Ernest Loomis
Marvin Ernest Loomis; age 72 of Weidman passed away Thursday, December 18, 2025 at his home surrounded by family and friends after a short battle of cancer. He was born April 26, 1953 the son of Otis and Mary Ellen (Hunt) Loomis. Marvin worked at Andersen Brothers for 30 plus years. He enjoyed fishing, camping,...
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Delores Lou Raab
Delores Lou Raab; age 91 of Shepherd passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Robertson County Health Care Facility in Flemingsburg, Kentucky with family by her side. Delores was born October 14, 1934 the daughter of Delbert and Dora (Rivette) Smith. She was a master seamstress and excelled at needlework of all kinds whether it...
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