Eric Paul Hayes

Eric Paul HayesEric Paul Hayes, age 54, of Rosebush, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. He was born on September 25, 1970, the son of David and Carolyn (Liggett) Hayes, in Wayne County. Eric graduated from Tecumseh High School and went on to work as Machine Operator at Morbark for many years.

Dr. Sambamurti “Dr. Sam” Srinivasan

Dr. Sambamurti “Dr. Sam” SrinivasanFormerly of Gladwin, Dr. Sambamurti “Dr. Sam” Srinivasan, age 93, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.Born in Pune, India, on May 8, 1931, Dr. Sam was the eldest of two children.

Ethel Arlene Cuddie

Ethel Arlene CuddieEthel Arlene Cuddie, affectionately known as Arlene, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 97 in Gladwin, Michigan. Born on October 4, 1927, in Clare, Michigan, she was the beacon of love and faith in her community and among her cherished family.

Tommie Dean Gillman

Tommie Dean GillmanTommie Dean Gillman, age 87, of Gladwin, died April 2, 2025. Services will be held Saturday, April 12, 11 a.m., at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 600 M-18, Gladwin, Michigan, with visitation starting at 10 a.m.

Wayne Kenneth Methner

Wayne Kenneth MethnerWayne Kenneth Methner, known to all simply as Wayne, embarked on his final ride into the sunset on March 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Wayne passed away of natural causes in Gladwin.

Darlene McDermott

Darlene McDermottDarlene McDermott, age 76, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born on August 28, 1948, the daughter of Basil Rummer and Wilma Carriveau, in Lake Charles, Louisiana.She had a deep love for her dogs, whose company she cherished.

Donald Hale

Donald HaleDonald Hale, age 82, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1942, the son of Lorn and Alice (Thorington) Hale, in Clare County. He was employed as a Master Craftsman for Dow Chemical.

Maria Searfoss

Maria SearfossMaria Searfoss, age 55, of Alger, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. She was born on November 26, 1969, the daughter of Frank and Jacquelyn (Boman) Smelser in West Branch, MI. Maria dedicated her career to helping others as a Foster Care Assistant.

Annette Renee Prosser (Thomas)

Annette Renee Prosser (Thomas)Annette Renee Prosser (Thomas), age 57, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in Gladwin, Michigan.Renee was born on May 24, 1967 in Pontiac, Michigan, the daughter of Pam Bernard.Renee spent many years in Michigan before her path led her to Tennessee.

Louise Bloetscher

Louise BloetscherLouise Bloetscher, age 98 of Beaverton, Michigan, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025. She was born in Melvindale, Michigan, on May 27, 1926, the daughter of George and Edith (Berg) Foster. 79 years ago, she married the love of her life, Carl O.