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ALBERT RICHARD VanDUSEN

June 15, 1936 - Oct. 20, 2024 Albert Richard VanDusen, known affectionately as Dick by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Oct. 20, 2024, in Lachine, at the age of 88. Born on June 15, 1936, in Alpena, he was the cherished son of the late Albert J. and Myrtle (Allen) ...

DUANE GERALD CRAMER

Jan. 1, 1962 - Oct. 17, 2024 Duane Gerald Cramer, a man of kindness and gentleness, passed away peacefully on Oct. 17, 2024, in Detroit, at the age of 62. Born on Jan. 1, 1962, in Alpena, Duane’s life was a testament to the power of love, family, and service to others. Duane was the cherished son of Gerald and Gail (King) Cramer. His father, Gerald, and his beloved wife, Cindy, who passed away in 2018, as well as his treasured daughter, Sarah, preceded him in death. He leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion through his children, Cathy and Tony Cramer, and his caring ...

SALLY ANN WEKWERT

Jan. 14, 1940 - Oct. 18, 2024 Sally Ann Wekwert, 84, of Alpena, passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2024, at her home surrounded by her daughters and son. Sally Ann Majewski was born on Jan. 14, 1940, to the late Leo and Clara (Kowalski) Majewski. She worked and retired from Alpena Regional ...

ANN MARIE THIBAULT

Aug. 16, 1931 - Oct. 16, 2024 Ann Marie Thibault, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on Oct. 16, 2024, at the age of 93, in her hometown of Alpena, Michigan. Born on Aug. 16, 1931, to the late August and Martha (Skierski) Timmreck, Ann’s life was a testament to the ...

MARION SANBORN DUNCKEL

March 21, 1927 - Oct. 15, 2024 Marion Sanborn Dunckel, age 97, passed away peacefully in her home on Oct. 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Marion was born on March 21, 1927, in Alpena. She spent her formative years on the corner of 8th and Tuttle Street in Alpena, where she grew ...

MARIE ELIZABETH McDONALD

April 1, 1938 - Oct. 11, 2024 Marie Elizabeth McDonald, age 86, of Rogers City, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Oct. 11, 2024. She was born April 1, 1938, in Rogers City, to Paul and Cora (Flemming) Jaeger. Marie graduated from Rogers City High School in ...