Nov. 12, 1933 - Dec. 23, 2024 Albert “Bert” Frederic LaFleche, 91, of Hillman, passed away on Dec. 23, 2024, at home surrounded by loved ones after an extended illness. He was born on Nov. 12, 1933, in Montmorency County to the late Alphonse and Elizabeth (Creamer) LaFleche. On Nov. ...

Dec. 27, 1946 - Dec. 23, 2024 Albert (Al) Grzeskowiak, 77, of Alpena, died on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024, days before his 78th birthday, Dec. 27, 1946, surrounded by his family. The youngest child of John and Eva (Sylvester) Grzeskowiak. On Nov. 27, 1971, he married the love of his life, Gayle ...

March 7, 1940 - Dec. 19, 2024 Patricia A. (Mytko) Thornton, 84, of Alpena, passed away Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, at Medilodge of Tawas City. Patricia LaFleure was born March 7, 1940, in Alpena, to the late Lawrence and Teressie (Knight) LaFleure. On Aug. 16, 1958, she married Joey Mytko. ...

Aug. 13, 1945 - Dec. 21, 2024 James Gregory Simmons, 79, of Alpena, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Medilodge of Alpena. James was born in Chicago on Aug. 13, 1945, to the late Harold and Evelyn (Benner) Simmons. He served in the United ...

June 2, 1928 - Dec. 24, 2024 Darlene June (Nevins, Shorkey) Yarch, 96, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Darlene June Benac was born on June 2, 1928, in Hillman, to Fred and Fern (Connon) Benac, Darlene lived a full and beautiful ...

Feb. 25, 1984 - Dec. 21, 2024 Melissa Cramer, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away Dec. 21, 2024, with her mother by her side, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Melissa fought a fearless battle against leukemia. Born on Feb. 25, 1984, in Alpena, Melissa ...