Wayne B. Fortney
Wayne B Fortney, 79, passed away January 15th, 2026. He was born December 18, 1946 in St John’s, Michigan to the late Howard and Margaret Fortney. Wayne grew up in Ithaca, Michigan, and was a 1965 graduate of IHS. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in social work. Wayne...
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James Leonard Schrot
James L. Schrot, a loving husband, father & grandfather passed away at his home on January 14, 2026 at the age of 81. James was born on January 31, 1944 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan to Leonard & Arlene (Bauder) Schrot. He graduated from Shepherd High School in 1963. James served in the army and...
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Thomas Andrew Tolksdorf
Thomas A. Tolksdorf, 82, of Shepherd, Michigan, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. He was born on July 9, 1943, in Lansing, Michigan, to Andrew and Gertrude (Jensen) Tolksdorf. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11 A.M. at Shepherd United Methodist Church....
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Marilyn M. Garber
Marilyn Garber (née Stokes), age 86, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, in Grapevine, Texas. Marilyn was born on August 29, 1939 in Rochester, Michigan to William and Dorothy James. She was an exemplary student and from an early age enjoyed music and theater. Marilyn attended the University of Central Michigan in Mount Pleasant,...
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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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