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Thomas StefflerThomas Rodger Steffler
2026
Thomas Rodger Steffler died on July 27, 2026, in Naples, Florida, with his family by his side. Tom was born in Flint, Michigan, to William Rodger Steffler and Vera Margery Thomas Steffler. Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Mary Lou Steffler. Tom is survived by his wife of 50 years, Kathy...
Obituary
Michael HallMichael R. Hall
Michael R. Hall, 70, formerly of Traverse City, died July 18, 2026. He is the husband of Connie and father of Corey. Visitation will start at 9 am with a Celebration of life at 10 am, Friday, September 4, 2026 at Life Story Funeral Home. Private family burial will be held at Oakwood Cemetery, Traverse City. Please...
Death Notice
Gary BriefGary Brief
"So I says to the guy..." Storyteller, music lover, ambassador of good times, and larger-than-life presence - Gary "Levi" Brief passed away February 21, 2026, after living several years with cancer fully, fiercely, and on his own terms. A true local and 1973 TC Senior High School class president, Levi was a cool...
Elizabeth SutherlandElizabeth Ann Sutherland
Elizabeth "Ann" Sutherland, 92, of Leelanau, passed away on July 26, 2026. A service for Ann will take place on October 10, 2026 - details are pending. For an upcoming full obituary and complete service information, please check back in the paper, or visit Reynolds-Jonkhoff.com
David TaylorDavid Scott Taylor
David Scott Taylor, 56, of Interlochen, Michigan, passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife on August 7, 2026. A proud veteran, devoted family man, and skilled craftsman, David lived with service in his bones, work ethic in his hands, and love for his family at the center of everything. He proudly served his...
Glen KirkpatrickGlen Ray Kirkpatrick
Glen Ray Kirkpatrick, a lifelong traveler, quietly left his home in Kingsley on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the age of 77 for yet another journey. Glen is survived by his wife, Ellen (Hudson) Kirkpatrick; children Jennifer Kirkpatrick Johnson & Richard Johnson, and Trevor & Carrie (Rogers) Kirkpatrick; his...
Constance McGovernConstance Marie McGovern
1928 - 2026
"Love Is Stronger Than Death" Constance Marie McGovern (Sorensen), age 97, of Traverse City, died on July 31st, surrounded by her family. Throughout her life, she was known for her generosity, her kindness and her ever-present sense of humor. Connie was born December 15, 1928 in Racine, Wisconsin, one of six...
Doris WagnerDoris M. Wagner
94, of Traverse City died, Friday, August 14, 2026. A Memorial Service will be held 2pm, Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at Faith Reformed Church. The family will greet friends starting at 1pm. A luncheon will follow. A full obituary will be in the Tuesday, edition of the Record Eagle. Please visit www.lifestorytc.com to...
Thomas DameThomas Dame
1937 - 2026
Thomas Dame, 89, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on August 14, 2026. Born on February 25, 1937 in Grant, Michigan to Herman and Cora (Bolt) Dame, Tom grew up on the family farm east of Grant. He graduated from Grant High School and went on to join the military, first serving in the...
Roy YoukerRoy O. Youker
A Traverse City Native, he was an athlete in his youth. A father to three sons- Craig, Tad and Chris. He had a successful structural engineering firm and mentored several young engineers. A lifelong sailor, traveler, and avid reader. He was jovial with a contagious laugh. He felt lucky that he had such...
Mary HarrisMary Anna Harris
1938 - 2026
Mary Anna (Sumners) Harris, 87, of Leelanau County passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026 at home, surrounded by loved ones. Mary was born on Sept 29, 1938 in St. Mary's Hospital in Marquette Michigan. She was the 1st born child of John Joseph Sumners, and Dorothy Anna (Ladensack) Sumners. She had one sister and...
Alissia Alissia Jean-Riling LingaurAlissia Jean-Riling Alissia Jean-Riling Lingaur
Alissia Jean-Riling Lingaur, 46, of Traverse City, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Munson Medical Center after bravely fighting ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Alissia was officially diagnosed with ALS in the fall of 2024. The disease started in her legs and eventually spread throughout her entire...
Rusty and Stitch AlexandreRusty and Stitch Alexandre
2009 - 2026
"Good Dogs" Rusty (aka Rusty-Nutz, aka The Nutz) and Stitch, two of the finest dogs to ever grace a donut bed, passed away peacefully together at home on August 11, 2026, at the age of 17 1/2, surrounded by the humans who loved them most — Sarah and Donnie. Rusty was a Jack Russell Terrier with far more attitude...
Thomas StokesThomas Stokes
Thomas Stokes, a beloved music educator, mentor, conductor, and friend to generations of students and musicians in the Traverse City community, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026. Tom devoted more than 35 years to music education in the Traverse City school system, leaving an extraordinary legacy that reaches...
Joseph MollicaJoseph Guy Mollica
1954 - 2026
Joseph Guy Mollica, 71, of Columbus, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026 at Dublin Methodist Hospital. He was born November 1, 1954 in Warren, the son of Joseph and Dorothy D'Amico Mollica. Joe was a graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Cornell University, where he played quarterback, and The University of...
