Obituaries

Sandra Lee Ciardelli

Sandra Lee Ciardelli

Sandra Lee Ciardelli

Sandra Lee Ciardelli, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born on July 30, 1940, in St. Paul, MN. Sandra was the owner and operator of Sandi’s Interior Design.
Lawrence “Larry” C. Fanslow

Lawrence “Larry” C. Fanslow

Lawrence “Larry” C. Fanslow

Lawrence “Larry” C. Fanslow, age 85, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025. He was born on June 2, 1940, the son of Charles and Delia (Zilka) Fanslow, in Gladwin.He had many jobs throughout the years, working in HVAC and construction until his retirement. On Nov.
Richard D. VanWieren Sr.

Richard D. VanWieren Sr.

Richard D. VanWieren Sr.

Richard D. VanWieren Sr. age 87, of Beaverton, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025. He was born on April 17, 1938, the son of Joseph and Mary (Podbilski) Van-Wieren, in Cadillac.Most people reading this know him as “Coach,” and he was a great one.
Lorna Jean Quillet

Lorna Jean Quillet

Lorna Jean Quillet

Lorna Jean Quillet, age 82, of Beaverton, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. She was born on March 28, 1943, the daughter of Ray and Vida (Campbell) Knachel in Lansing, MI. On Nov. 12, 1966, she married the love of her life, Harley Quillet.
Raymond Henry Martin

Raymond Henry Martin

Raymond Henry Martin

Raymond Henry Martin, age 89, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sept. 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on Sept. 18, 1935.Raymond worked in the plastics and thermoforming industry for over 30 years. – to his family, his community, and the roar of an engine.
Cheryl Bigelow Smith

Cheryl Bigelow Smith

Cheryl Bigelow Smith

Cheryl Bigelow Smith, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 24, 2025 at Gladwin Nursing and Rehabilitation.She was born on June 3, 1944.Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place and there are no services planned at this time.
Theresa “Polly” McKenna

Theresa “Polly” McKenna

Theresa “Polly” McKenna

Theresa “Polly” McKennaTheresa “Polly” McKenna, 82, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025, at her home, surrounded by loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Richard “Dick” Sidney Berry

Richard “Dick” Sidney Berry

Richard “Dick” Sidney Berry

Richard “Dick” Sidney BerryRichard “Dick” Sidney Berry age 82 of Harrison passed peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Richard was born July 4, 1943, in Gladwin, Michigan the son of Gretta Mae (Switzer) Berry and Burton Leo Berry. Mr.
Donald Chambers

Donald Chambers

Donald Chambers

Donald ChambersDonald Chambers, age 74, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025. He was born on August 12, 1951, the son of Alfred and Anita (Cumber) Chambers in Long Beach, CA. On August 15, 1986, he married the love of his life, Vickie Adams.
Roseann Augustine

Roseann Augustine

Roseann Augustine

Roseann AugustineRoseann Augustine, age 78, of Gladwin, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. She was born on August 25, 1947, the daughter of Milton and Anna (Kunicztkey) Herpel in Detroit, MI. On June 26, 1965, she married the love of her life, Vincent Augustine.