Roger Dean Van Rhee, 71, of Ossineke, a loving husband and father, died Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Roger was born on Dec. 14, 1954, in Grand Rapids to the late John and Annette (Meyer) Van Rhee and raised in Jamestown. On Aug. 15, 1981, he married ...

John “Bo” Baker Welch, a man of honor and kindness, died peacefully on Jan. 28, 2026, in Alpena, Michigan, at the age of 85. Born on Aug. 7, 1940, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, John was the cherished son of the late Mortimer and Bernice (Holtz) Welch. His life was a testament to the values of ...

Mae Lillian Standen, 72, of Alpena, died Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at Medilodge – Hillman Mae Lillian Roestel was born Aug. 24, 1953, in Pigeon, Michigan, to the late Walter and Lillian (Moore) Roestel. She married Garry DeCaire on May 26, 1972, who preceded her in death in 1996. She then ...

Naomi Faith Kirschner, 82, of Alpena, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at Lincoln Haven. Naomi Faith Hutchison was born April 19, 1943, in Warren, Ohio to the late Henry and Lillian (Mosses) Hutchison. On April 3, 1965, she married Alden Kenneth Kirschner, who preceded her in death on Aug. 7, ...

Joanne Montie, lovingly known as Joan, died peacefully on Jan. 26, 2026, at the age of 95, leaving behind a rich legacy of love, care, and devotion. Born in Alpena on Feb. 19, 1930, Joanne’s life was woven from the fabric of her deep commitment to family, faith, and community. Joanne ...

Curtis (Curt) Edwin McNall, born Dec. 21, 1963, formerly of Alpena, died on Jan. 22, 2026, at the age of 62. He was the son of Wayne McNall Sr. and Theresa Udell (Prevo). Curtis is survived by his beloved wife, Linda McNall, his stepfather, Clarence Udell Jr., his brothers, Craig (Jodie) ...