Obituaries

Velma Mae Longstreth

Velma Mae Longstreth

Velma Mae Longstreth

 On May 11, 2026, Velma Mae Longstreth, age 86, of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Velma was born on Nov.18, 1939, in Pontiac to John F. and Iva (Vorce) Methner.On Aug. 30, 1958, she married the love of her life, Ronald Longstreth Sr.
Valentina Brettschneider

Valentina Brettschneider

Valentina Brettschneider

Valentina BrettschneiderValentina Brettschneider, age 90, of Gladwin, formerly of Lincoln Park, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. She was born on Oct. 12, 1935, the daughter of Vladmir and Adele (Reichert) Olofinska, in Ukraine.
Troy William Morgan

Troy William Morgan

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

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. He was born on Jan. 9, 1950, the son of Robert Whitmer and Juanita Whitehouse, in Midland.
Chris “L.C.” Whitmer II

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 “Stanley” Whitmer I

Chris “Stanley” Whitmer I

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.
Marguerite (Marge) Skaggs

Marguerite (Marge) Skaggs

Marguerite (Marge) Skaggs

Marguerite (Marge) SkaggsMarguerite (Marge) Skaggs nee Gennette passed away on May 3, 2026 at her home in St. Clair Shores, MI. She was 97 years old and was born on March 9, 1929 in Detroit, MI to Bernardo and Caterina Gennette.She lived a life dedicated to family and friends.
William J. “Bill” Torres

William J. “Bill” Torres

William J. “Bill” Torres

William J. “Bill” TorresWilliam J. “Bill” Torres, age 83, of Beaverton, passed away on May 1, 2026. He was born on March 25, 1943, the son of Carl and June (Frederickson) Torres, in Midland.On August 30, 1991, he married the love of his life, Riva Eastman.
Meagan A. Elkins

Meagan A. Elkins

Meagan A. Elkins

Meagan A. ElkinsMeagan A. Elkins, age 40, of Gladwin passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 following a long battle with Leukemia.She was born on April 16, 1986, the daughter of Charles Estes and Tammy Sagash, in Clare. Meagan worked as CNA for several years.
Kayci Jo (Cummings) Johnson

Kayci Jo (Cummings) Johnson

Kayci Jo (Cummings) Johnson

Kayci Jo (Cummings) JohnsonKayci Jo (Cummings) Johnson, born Jan. 25, 1975 in Midland, Michigan, passed away on April 28, 2026, surrounded by family.You know how when you meet a person and you think to yourself: “This is my person?!” Well, Kayci was that person!