All Obituaries

  Michael Gino Fantin, age 46 of Grand Rapids (formerly of North Branch) passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his home. Michael was born on October 8, 1971 in Lapeer to Mario & Linda (Traubenkraut)  Fantin of North Branch. He grew up in North Branch and graduated in 1989. He continued his education at Aquinas College earning a Bachelor of Science degree. He was a nurse for several years and then owned QCI Staffing before working for Konicopharm of...

    Sharon E. Silverthorn, age 77, North Branch passed away on Thursday, May 10th, 2018 at home with her family by her side.  Sharon was born on April 23rd, 1941 in Croswell, the daughter of Raymond and Mary (Demary) Jolley. Sharon graduated from Croswell High School. On June 6th 1964 she married Charles Silverthorn. Sharon was a nurse aid for Home Health Care, also babysit in her home. Enjoyed spending time with family and grandchildren. Took great pride in...

It is with great sadness that the family of Willard “Bill” Cash Holloway, Jr. announces his passing on Friday, May 4, 2018 at the age of 87. Willard proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1951-1953.  Willard retired from Consumer Energy at the age of 62. Bill loved to travel and enjoyed spending time camping with his kids and grandkids. He also enjoyed doing woodworking.     Willard (Bill)...

Rosemary K. Kehler, age 64, of North Branch passed away on Thursday, May 3, 2018 with her family at her side.  Rosemary was born on April 23, 1954 in Pontiac, the daughter of Clifton and Norma (Mortenson) Tiller.  Rosemary graduated from Capac High School in 1972.  On September 22, 1972 Rosemary married love of her life, Ronald Kehler.  Rosemary enjoyed gardening, reading, cooking for her family and loved to spend time with her grandchildren. Rosemary is...

  Joseph John Armstrong, age 40 of North Branch, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2018 resulting from an accident.  Joseph was born March 4, 1978 in Pontiac, the son of Clay and Annette (Strzelecki) Armstrong.  Joe grew up in North Branch and  attended North Branch High School.  On March 13, 2004 he married Marianne Szeliga at their home in North Branch.  Joe was a carpenter doing work for businesses and residents. Joe had a Huge heart and he always...

  Edna Marie Radzwion, age 75 of North Branch passed away at home peacefully with family by her side. She was born in Caro, Michigan to Harold and Verna Pauline (Taylor) Campbell.  Edna married Lawrence D. Radzwion October 17, 1969 in Lapeer, Michigan.  She was a homemaker and loved spending time with her family and friends.  Edna enjoyed sewing and crafts.   Edna is survived by her husband Larry, children: Dwight (Laura) Rienstra of FL,...

Ernest C. Coster, age 86, of Petoskey (formerly of North Branch) passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at Hiland Cottage in Petoskey with his family by his side. Ernie was born on August 8, 1931 in Pontiac, the son of Ernest and Madeline (Schubert) Coster.  Ernie grew up in Pontiac and graduated from St. Michael’s High School in 1949.  Ernie proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.  He married Jeanette Lebert in 1954.  He was foreman for Vassar...

  Mark Kinch, age 57 of Lapeer passed away Monday, April 16, 2018 at Crittenton Hospital Medical Center.  Mark was born February 5, 1961 in Lapeer, the son of Robert and Carole (Patterson) Kinch.    Mark grew up in Lake Orion and moved to North Branch in 1974.  He graduated from North Branch High School in 1980. He married Cathy Naracon on May 14, 1983 in North Branch. Several years later after starting his family, he continued his education and...

  Ramon Jerrold "Jerry" Hutchins, age 83, of North Branch passed away on Monday, April 16, 2018 at his home.  Ramon was born on May 20, 1934 in Clifford, to Hazen and Ruth (Ellis) Hutchins. He grew up in Clifford and graduated from Kingston H.S. in 1952.  On June 29, 1957 Ramon married Jackie Richards in California.  He went to work at G.M.  and became skilled trade worker over 30 yrs. He and Jackie attended Good News Assembly of God ,...

    Maria “Mary” Buono, age 92 of Silverwood passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2018 at United Hospice Service of Marlette Regional Hospital.  Mary was born on November 29, 1925 in Vedelago, Italy, the daughter of Natale and Edivige (Miatello) Fantin.  After immigrating to America , Mary taught herself to read and write English.  She married James Buono on June 1, 1951 in Canada.  She was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Catholic...