Obituaries

Norm Doree

Norm Doree

Norm Doree

Norm DoreeNorm Doree of Gladwin, MI, passed away peacefully on Dec. 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Oct. 6, 1950 to Florence and Eugene Doree of Detroit, MI. Norm dedicated his life to his family and friends.Norm proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1969 to 1971.
Mary Lou Muma

Mary Lou Muma

Mary Lou Muma

Mary Lou MumaMary Lou Muma, age 83 of Gladwin passed away on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 with her loved ones by her side, at Gladwin Nursing and Rehab. She was born Feb. 22, 1942 to Wayne and Marion Carbeno (Gooden) in Gladwin.She worked for Andy Muma for several years nailing pallets.
Ira Budd Jr.

Ira Budd Jr.

Ira Budd Jr.

Ira Budd Jr.Ira Budd Jr., age 70, of Beaverton, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025.He was born on Oct. 18, 1955, the son of Ira and Ona (Pardee) Budd Sr. in Clare. Ira was hardworking, he was employed as a foundry worker for many years until his retirement.
Thomaseen “Tomi” Kay Lewis

Thomaseen “Tomi” Kay Lewis

Thomaseen “Tomi” Kay Lewis

Thomaseen “Tomi” Kay Lewis, age 81, of Gladwin, passed away on Monday, Nov. 17, 2025. She was born on Sept. 17, 1944, the daughter of Thomas and Jeanne (McKay) Lewis in Detroit. Tomi was employed as a Reservation Agent with United Airlines for 30 years until her retirement. On Feb.
Patricia Eleanor Athey

Patricia Eleanor Athey

Patricia Eleanor Athey

Patricia Eleanor Athey, age 79, of Beaverton, passed away on Nov. 16, 2025. She was born on Dec. 28, 1945, the daughter of Daniel and Luella (Deitz) Murphy in Vanwert, OH. In 1964, Patricia married the love of her life, Fred Athey.
Robert E. “Bob” Smith

Robert E. “Bob” Smith

Robert E. “Bob” Smith

Robert E. “Bob” Smith passed away on Nov. 8, 2025 at the Saginaw VA Community Living Center Hospice/ Palliative Care. There he was given a “Final Salute” in honor of his service in the Army. Bob was born Jan. 25,1931 in Gladwin, Michigan to parents Wilbur and Vera (Taylor) Smith.
David John “Tank” Adler

David John “Tank” Adler

David John “Tank” Adler

David John “Tank” Adler, age 75, passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at Medilodge in Cheboygan, MI. A private family gathering will occur at a later date.David was born in Newberry, MI on Aug. 16, 1950.The eldest child of Walter and Lucille (Friske) Adler.
Lyle Gary Brockway

Lyle Gary Brockway

Lyle Gary Brockway

Lyle Gary Brockway, age 81, of Gladwin passed away on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025. He was born on Jan. 14, 1944, the son of Cecil and Electa (Livingston) Brockway, in Flint.Lyle loved his job as a member of the Michigan State Police for 27 years before his retirement in 1992.
Polly Ann McKimmy

Polly Ann McKimmy

Polly Ann McKimmy

Polly Ann McKimmy, age 64, of Coleman, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025, after a battle with cancer.She was born on April 26, 1961, to Stephen and Patsy Balakovich, in Clare. On Oct.
Haley L. Butler

Haley L. Butler

Haley L. Butler

Haley L. Butler, age 54, of Gladwin, passed away on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. She was born on Feb. 6, 1971, in West Branch.Haley worked as a nurse at Gladwin Hospital for many years, where she showed compassion in caring for others.