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Frederick BanisterFrederick Banister
2026
Frederick "Fred" Banister, 82, of Traverse City, went home to be with his Savior, Jesus, on Monday, May 4, 2026. Born in Grand Rapids, MI to the late Gerald and Margaret Banister, Fred lived a life full of faith, laughter, family, friendship and gratitude. He was a proud graduate of Michigan State University and...
Obituary
Matthew ShoemakerMatthew Donald Shoemaker
1967 - 2026
Matthew Donald Shoemaker, 58, passed away peacefully at home on May 6, 2026, surrounded by love, family, and good music after a courageous battle with cancer. Matthew was born on June 5, 1967. He lived life fully and unapologetically, with a deep love for music, movies, hockey and MMA. Whether he was listening to...
Vesta SedlacekVesta A. Sedlacek
1928 - 2026
Vesta A. Sedlacek, 98, of Kingsley, Michigan, passed away peacefully in May 9, 2026 at Boardman Glens, surrounded by her loving family. Vesta was born on February 16, 1928, in Kingsley, Michigan, to William and Maude Saxton. She graduated from Kingsley High School and, on November 2, 1946, married Rudy Sedlacek....
Debra BuchlerDebra Ann Buchler
1955 - 2026
Debra Ann Buchler, 70, of Traverse City, reunited with her loved ones in the Kingdom of Heaven on May 9, 2026. Debra was born on May 28, 1955, in Alma, Michigan to Marion Fockler and Dorothy (Krapohl) Devereaux. She was raised with simple family values alongside her brothers, Jim and John, whom she loved dearly. On...
Matthew IrishMatthew Michael Irish
1976 - 2026
Matthew Michael Irish of Traverse City, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 49 on April 30, 2026 at Munson Medical Center, with his loving family by his side. He was a beloved son, father, brother, uncle and friend, who will be deeply missed by so many. A Celebration of Life will be held May 16th 2026 from...
Death Notice
Majean SparksMajean E. Sparks
Majean E. Sparks, 90, of Lake Leelanau died April 29, 2026. The funeral service will be held at 11 am on Friday, May 15 at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Leland. Burial will take place at East Leland Cemetery after the luncheon. Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Leelanau.
Joyce LarcomJoyce Larcom
Joyce Larcom, 97 years old, of Traverse City, Mi. passed away on May 1, 2026, after a lengthy battle with heart disease. Joyce was a long-time resident of Traverse City and Interlochen. Born on September 26,1928 to James and Nina Watson, she spent her school years in Traverse City and enjoyed working at her family...
Jeffrey MinerviniJeffrey William Minervini
Jeffrey William Minervini, age 61, of Traverse City, Michigan, made his final Irish goodbye on May 3, 2026. He was given a 12-month cancer prognosis, and rather than seeking treatment that might extend his life a few months, he spent his last year focused on quality time and checking items off an extensive bucket...
Louis "Lou" AltonLouis "Lou" Alton
Louis "Lou" Charles Vernon Alton, a devoted husband, father, brother, accomplished entrepreneur, and avid golfer, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, at the age of 74. Lou was born and raised in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. He graduated from Barrington High School and went on to complete a degree at...
Lois LudlowLois Ludlow
1929 - 2026
Lois Virginia Ludlow (née Aders), 96, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in Traverse City surrounded by the love of a family she spent a lifetime nurturing. Born on August 25, 1929, in Montezuma Indiana, Lois lived a life as rich and varied as the many places she called home — from Bermuda to Virginia,...
Mary LautnerMary Regina Lautner
1948 - 2026
Mary Regina Lautner, 78, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully at her beloved home, surrounded by her loving husband, Duane and her loving family members, on Monday April 13, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer. Mary was born, February 26, 1948, in Traverse City, the daughter of...
Henry BartzHenry Lee Bartz
1936 - 2026
Henry Lee Bartz, 89, of Grawn, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at French Manor South, in Traverse City, where he was beloved by the staff who affectionately called him "Grandpa." Henry was born and raised on the family farm in Monroe Center on August 30, 1936, to Thomas and Wilma (Taylor) Bartz. As a young man, he...
Melissa WestMelissa West
1968 - 2026
Melissa West was my given name But I went by Twisted just the same I cared for those oppressed Helping others I tried my best My life was hard I cannot lie But I did my best to just get by Decisions I made were always a test But my love for others you can attest My journey here is done, I tried my best In God's...
Darla RaneyDarla Jean Raney
Darla Jean Raney, 85, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and cherished memories. She was an Artist who formerly owned County Coterie and Evergreen Gallery. She is the wife of Charles Raney, mother of Lynda (Dana), Vicki, Connie (Mark), and Heather (Mark). Please visit...
Jason NickersonJason Shane Nickerson
Jason Shane Nickerson, 54, of Kingsley, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Please join us in honoring Jason's life at 11 am, Saturday May 16, 2026, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, 200 N Brownson Avenue, Kingsley, Michigan 49649 with visitation beginning at 10 am. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service,...
Loretta NelsonLoretta Ann Nelson
Loretta Ann Nelson, 87, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, April 28, 2026. She is survived by children, Cheryl (Mark Juczynski) Nelson, Matthew (Sandra Barhitte) Nelson and Suzanne (Lane) Gillette; grandchildren, Jason, Kara, Amanda, and Nicole; great-grandchildren, Allissa, Alexis, Jennifer, Kaitlyn, Andrew, Kaylee,...
Elizabeth AndersonElizabeth Anderson
1941 - 2026
Elizabeth "Skeeter" Anderson of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026, at the age of 84. Liz was born in Traverse City, Michigan, on March 8, 1941, to parents Edward Lardie and Irma Bosma. Liz grew up on Old Mission Peninsula, which she loved and often shared stories about—its people...
Robert KuhnRobert Paul Kuhn
1930 - 2026
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Robert "Bob" Kuhn of Interlochen, Michigan, on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the age of 95 years. Bob was born on November 12, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan, to Frank Kuhn and Mary Jung. He grew up in Detroit, where he attended St. Vincent High School and...
Judy DayJudy Day
Judy Day passed away on May 3 at the age of 90 (though she did not believe she was "that old"). Judy was born on 4/15/36, in Kalamazoo, MI to the late Gil and Louise Hays. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother/hero Bill, her husband (the love of her life), Charles Day, her daughter, Darci,...
Donald "Dave" MiddaughDonald "Dave" Middaugh
The Lord called Dave Middaugh home on Sunday, May 3, 2026. His journey here is done. Dave was born June 5, 1948, in Flint, the son of Donald and Goldie (Howell) Middaugh. Dave was a lifelong resident of Buckley. He attended Buckley Community School where he played basketball and baseball. After graduation, he...
David KnowlesDavid George Knowles
1952 - 2026
David George Knowles, 73, passed away on May 2, 2026, at his home in Traverse City, Michigan, surrounded by family. David was born on September 9, 1952, in Traverse City to Harry "Porter" Knowles and Margaret Louise Knowles. Though Traverse City was where his story began, it was far from the only place he called...
Ronald ButcherRonald Emerson Butcher
Ronald Emerson Butcher, 94, of Traverse City, passed away at home on May 1, 2026. His family is being cared for by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services. www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
Nancy ParkerNancy Ann Parker
1950 - 2026
Nancy Ann Parker, 76, of Traverse City and formerly of Grand Rapids passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026. Nancy was born on January 16, 1950 in Grand Rapids to the late Frank and Dorthy (Elders) Lake. She graduated from Godwin Heights in Wyoming in 1968. On March 20, 1971 she married Robert Joseph Parker Jr....
Donald "Dave" MiddaughDonald "Dave" David Middaugh
Donald "Dave" David Middaugh, 77, of Buckley, died Sunday, May 3, 2026. Memorial services will be conducted at 11 am, Saturday, May 9, 2026, at the Buckley Community School Small Gym, 305 S First Street, Buckley, Michigan 49620. A luncheon will follow at the school. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service,...
Kelly RiceKelly Lynn Rice
1975 - 2026
Kelly Lynn Rice, age 51, of Traverse City MI, after a long, courageous battle with cancer, went home to Jesus, peacefully in the early hours of April 30, 2026. She was born January 22, 1975, in Cadillac Michigan. Kelly grew up in Cadillac. She loved her friends, her animals, and showing her horse, Lady Three Decker...
