Obituaries
Herman L. Barnum
Mar 15, 2025
Mr. Herman Lee Barnum, age 61, our hard-working, proud, dedicated, and loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 15, 2025, doing what he loved the most, working for Barnum’s Auto Parts.
Herman was born on February 24, 1964, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Robert “Bob” & Gloria Barnum (née Haynes). Herman...
Sharon C. DeLong
Mar 13, 2025
Sharon Carreen DeLong, 85, of Vassar, formerly of North Branch, Lapeer, and Wolverine, passed away on March 13, 2025 at McLaren Hospital in Lapeer.
She was born on July 23, 1939, the daughter of Floyd & Virginia (Patrick) Jones. Sharon graduated from North Branch High School, class of 1957.
Sharon proudly served her country as a payroll clerk in the finance department...
Eleanor B. Oliver
Mar 12, 2025
Mrs. Eleanor (Glassford) Oliver of Millington, Michigan passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at the age of 97.
Eleanor was born on July 20, 1927, in Almont Michigan and was the daughter of the late Wilbur and Velma Glassford. Eleanor worked for Welch Industries in Vassar for many years. When she left the factory, she began working at Zehnders in the...
Justin L. Steffey
Mar 11, 2025
Mr. Justin Lee Steffey, age 39, our loving, friendly, fun, and caring son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend passed away on March 11, 2025.
Justin was born in Wyandotte, Michigan to George Steffey and Shawn Maynard. He was raised in Dearborn Heights and moved to Vassar in 2019. Justin was the manager of Vassar McDonald’s. He loved his work and his...
Jackie Jo Torrez
Mar 7, 2025
Ms. Jackie Jo Torrez, age 34, a caring, strong, and loving mother, daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend passed away on March 7, 2025.
Jackie was born in Saginaw, Michigan, the youngest child of Jose & Juana Torrez (Palomares) on October 17, 1990. She was a graduate of Vassar High School and then continued her education at Saginaw Valley State University,...
Dustin D. Esterline
Mar 6, 2025
Dustin Drew Esterline, age 17, our loving, strong, talented son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, teammate, and friend passed away on March 6, 2025.
Dustin was born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 7, 2007, to parents Nathaniel Esterline and Crystal Childs. He was the proud big brother of Aubrey Childs and Tanner Childs. Dustin was in his senior year at Millington High...
Tyrone L. Beebe, Sr.
Mar 5, 2025
Mr. Tyrone Lloyd Beebe Sr. (Butch) passed away at his residence on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at the age of 85.
He was born in Genesee County on March 27, 1939 to Lloyd and Lula (Hawkins) Beebe. Tyrone was a 1959 graduate of Millington High School. He retired from the Flint Truck and Bus assembly plant. His favorite hobbies he enjoyed...
Larry L. Miner
Mar 4, 2025
Larry Lynn Miner of Vassar, Michigan, beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Larry was born February 25th, 1941 in Saginaw, Michigan to Clifford and Donna Miner (Bissell). He graduated from Vassar High School in 1959 and went on to join the Navy. He served until 1966 when he was honorably discharged....
Sandra K. Harding
Mar 3, 2025
Sandra Kaye Harding, 78, died on Monday March 3rd, 2025, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing from complications of emphysema. She was born on September 9th, 1946, in Bay City Michigan, the oldest child of Connie and Warren Harding. She graduated from Millington High School in 1964, and earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Music Education from Central Michigan University....
Joanne D. Kaiser
Feb 28, 2025
Mrs. Joanne Doris Kaiser passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at the age of 91.
Joanne was born on June 1, 1933, to the late Harold Derail Morford and Doris Dee (Armstrong) Morford of Saginaw, Michigan. Joanne married William John Kaiser on May 8, 1954, together they celebrated 69 years of marriage before his passing on December 27, 2023.
After graduating...
Kenneth S. Dunkel
Feb 28, 2025
Mr. Kenneth Scott “Ken” Dunkel, age 56, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Ken was born on March 8, 1968, in Flint, Michigan, to Nelson & Carole Dunkel. He was raised in Millington and graduated from Millington High School with the Class of 1986 and played football. After graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corps and served for 10...
Ralph B. Williams
Feb 26, 2025
Ralph Bruce Williams, age 70, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Ralph was born on February 18, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, to parents George & Naomi Williams (Baesemann). He was raised alongside his siblings and graduated from Millington High School with the class of 1973. In his working years Ralph worked as a television repairman, an electrician, and with Bethlehem...
Joyce A. Colman
Feb 26, 2025
Mrs. Joyce A. Colman, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan.
Joyce was born in Saginaw on July 12, 1943, to Alex & Stella Franko (née Sczygyel). She married the love-of-her-life, Rex L. Colman on September 14, 1968. Together they shared countless memories, raised their son, Leon Colman, and celebrated 56 years of marriage.
She is survived...
Riley W. Petty
Feb 25, 2025
Mr. Riley William Petty, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Riley was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on March 19, 1952, to Jesse & Velda Petty (née Hutchinson). On January 8, 1972, he married the love-of-his-life, Joanie Lee Swaffer. Together they shared countless memories, raised their children, and celebrated 53 years of marriage. Sadly, Joanie passed away on February...
Joanie L. Petty
Feb 17, 2025
Mrs. Joanie Lee Petty, aged 75, passed away on Monday, February 17, 2025.
Joanie was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on March 26, 1949, to George & Marjorie "Marge" Swaffer (née Blue). On January 8, 1972, she married the love-of-her-life, Riley W. Petty. Together they shared countless memories, raised their children, and celebrated 53 years of marriage. Joanie loved gardening, picking blackberries,...
Dean W. Bedtelyon
Feb 14, 2025
Mr. Dean Wayne Bedtelyon, age 81, our hardworking, caring, loving, and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend was called home to the Lord on Friday, February 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Saginaw, Michigan.
Dean was born on February 17, 1943, in West Branch, Michigan, to Era & Lanettie Bedtelyon (née Coon). He honorably served in the...
Deborah S. Neill
Feb 10, 2025
Ms. Debroah S. Neill, age 59, was born on October 25, 1965, in Saginaw, Michigan, and passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility.
She is survived by her parents, Franklin & Suzanne Morse; brothers: Robert, William, and David; as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Memorial donations may be directed to St....
Sandra Lu Miller
Feb 3, 2025
Sandra Lu Miller, age 78, born on October 1, 1946, in Caro, Michigan, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan.
She was a homemaker who read her Bible religiously. She also enjoyed Christian novels and read the Tuscola Advertiser faithfully. Bingo games at the care homes were always a favorite too. Further, she enjoyed her trips grocery shopping...
Hugh H. Fisher
Feb 2, 2025
Mr. Hugh Herbert Fisher, age 70, our family-oriented, loving, and caring husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Hugh was born on January 4, 1955, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Richard, Sr. & Janet Fisher (née Thompson). He was raised alongside his siblings and graduated from Vassar High School with...
Dale E. Teschendorf
Feb 1, 2025
Dale Edward Teschendorf, 73, of Vassar, Michigan, passed away on February 1, 2025. He was born on February 20, 1951, in Bad Axe, Michigan, to Ward and Maxine (Witherspoon) Teschendorf.
Dale graduated from Vassar High School in 1969 and earned an Associate in Applied Science degree from Ferris State College in 1971. He proudly served in the United States Army from...
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