Kenneth N. Ashley Jr.

Kenneth N. Ashley Jr.Kenneth N. Ashley Jr., age 64, of Gladwin, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1962, the son of Kenneth Ashley Sr. and Lucille Walters, in Clare.Kenneth working in manufacturing at Evart Products for 15 years.

Marilyn Earl (Wortman) Bienz

Marilyn Earl (Wortman) BienzMarilyn Earl (Wortman) Bienz, age 97, of Houghton Lake, formerly of Gladwin, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 at The Brook of Houghton Lake. She has been reunited with her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on May 27, 1928, in Jackson, MI.

Cynthia Muma

Cynthia MumaCynthia Muma, age 77, of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026. She was born on Nov. 22, 1948, the daughter of Keith and Arlene (Haines) Gilbert, in Frankfort, MI. Cynthia graduated from Clare High School in 1967.

Whitmer memorial service

A memorial service for Ronald Whitmer, Chris “Stanley” Whitmer, and Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 1-5 p.m. at Jackie and Jeremy’s house located at 3131 Guernsey Road in Beaverton, MI 48612.Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home....

Velma Mae Longstreth

On May 11, 2026, Velma Mae Longstreth, age 86, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Valentina Brettschneider

Valentina BrettschneiderValentina Brettschneider, age 90, of Gladwin, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Troy William Morgan

With heavy hearts for a life well-lived, we announce the unexpected passing of Troy William Morgan. Troy was born Sept. 23, 1971, in Gladwin, to Cal and Linda Morgan. Troy and left this world on May 11, 2026.Troy was a one of a kind man, the kind of man that would do anything for anyone.

Ronald G. Whitmer

Ronald G. Whitmer, age 76, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his brother, Chris “Stanley” Whitmer; and nephew, Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II.

Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II

Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II, age 51, of Beaverton passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his father, Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I and uncle, Ronald G. Whitmer.He was born on August 28, 1974, the son of Chris “Stanley” and Beverly (Forshee) Whitmer I, in Spain.Chris was a former...

Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I

Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I, age 71, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, along with his son, Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II and brother, Ronald G. Whitmer.He was born on June 18, 1954, the son of Robert Whitmer and Juanita Whitehouse in Midland, MI.