The family of Janis Lou Johnston Papineau is deeply saddened to announce her peaceful death at the age of 82. Born and raised in Alpena, Janis was the beloved daughter of Betty (Douville) and Frederick “Fred” T. Johnston. The eldest of six children, she was a precocious, whip-smart child ...

Robert Lee Gapske, 64, died on Sept. 30, 2025. Rob had been living in Republic, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob Gapske and Loralee Rouleau, as well as his daughter Alicia (Patterson) Korth. Rob is survived by his daughter Laura Patterson and grandsons Zackery, Kolton, ...

Tony Robert Siegert, 53, of Hudson, Florida, died on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at his home. Tony was born in Alpena on Sept. 1, 1972, to Marilyn Siegert and the late Max (Mick) Fralick. He graduated from Alpena High School in 1990 and went on to attend DeVry University, where he obtained his ...

Jason Nathanial Indish - age 49, of Linden, died Oct. 14, 2025. A gathering to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Sharp Funeral Homes, Linden Chapel, 209 E. Broad St., Linden. Jason was born Sept. 15, 1976 in Alpena. A truly spectacular man who ...

Brett Kenneth Habermehl lived a life that was anything but ordinary. Born on July 1, 1962, and dying peacefully on Oct. 14, 2025, Brett lived life to the fullest. Brett brought a rare blend of wisdom, humor, and heart to every moment. He was a man who could put beautiful flooring and tile in a ...

Richard Herman Witkowski age 90 of Rogers City died Oct. 13, 2025 at Grayling Nursing and Rehab Community. He was born in Rogers City on Sept. 14, 1935 to Frank and Josephine (Hincka) Witkowski. Richie enjoyed hunting, fishing, trips to the casino, and Tiger Baseball. He is survived by a ...