Obituaries

Dustin D. Esterline

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Daryl R. Schiefer

Daryl R. Schiefer

Jan 31, 2025

Mr. Daryl Richard Schiefer, age 68, our dedicated, hardworking, caring, and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Daryl was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on March 26, 1956, to Harvey & Bernice Schiefer (née Knoll). He was a lifetime resident of Millington and member of St....

Ferris R. Rowe, Jr.

Ferris R. Rowe, Jr.

Jan 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Ferris Richard Rowe, Jr., age 76, on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. He was a friend, a brother, a mentor, and a true adventurer. 

Born on September 27, 1948, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Ferris, Sr. & Hilda (Smith) Rowe, he was a wild child who loved to socialize and...

Frederick R. Colosky

Frederick R. Colosky

Jan 28, 2025

Mr. Frederick “Fred” R. Colosky, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Fred was born on May 23, 1942 in Saginaw, Michigan, to Lloyal & Anna (German) Colosky. He honorably served in the US Army. On June 19, 1965 Fred married the love his life, Linda Hawkins. Together they shared countless memories, raised their...

Thomas M. Godmer

Thomas M. Godmer

Jan 27, 2025

Mr. Thomas “Tom” Merle Godmer, age 82, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at Covenant Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan.

Tom was born in Bay City, Michigan on February 16, 1942, to Merle & Loretta Godmer (née Dubay). He retired from General Motors after over 30 years of service. He married the love of his life,...

Courtney A. Callahan

Courtney A. Callahan

Jan 27, 2025

Mrs. Courtney Ann Callahan, age 42, won her eternal life with our Savior Jesus on January 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She now rests with our loving Savior, free from sickness, pain, and suffering, and has joined the angels in Heaven. Through her sadness, we also rejoice that she now lives eternally through the power of the...

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