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ROBERT JAMES FRANK

Robert James Frank, 47, of Alpena passed away Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, at home. Robert was born Feb. 13, 1975, in Alpena. He currently worked for the Omni Group and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Rob especially enjoyed spending time with his daughters and their dog Koda. Surviving are his two daughters, Kiara Frank, Kynzie Frank, parents, Jenny and Jerry Tessmer; two siblings, Betty Jo (Jacob) Stewart, Jeremy Tessmer, grandmother, Betty Bleau; nephew, Michael Stemkowski; niece, Briana Stewart; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Robert was preceded in ...

HELEN JUNE KASKY

Helen June Kasky, 92, passed away Friday, Sept. 2, 2022 at her home in Hillman, Michigan. Helen, or as all know her, June, was born Dec. 26, 1929, to the late George L. and Mabel (Schoening) Walters, in Sligo, Pennsylvania; although Michigan is where she spent the majority of her life. June lived a full and happy life. She enjoyed spending time with her family, watching the Game Show Network, drinking coffee, and caring for her beloved pets throughout the years. June was most known for her loving nature, fun personality, and silly quirks. She put a smile on the face of everyone ...

JASON PHILIP MELLEN

Jason Philip Mellen, 37, of Lachine passed away Monday, Sept. 5, 2022, at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena. Jason was born May 22, 1985, in Taylor, Texas to Terry and Suzanne (Miller) Mellen. Jason was born with cerebral palsy and though he couldn’t express himself with words, his big personality allowed him to communicate his love for life. Jason enjoyed being on the farm and riding on the tractor. His adventurous personality enjoyed the opportunity to ride in a race car at the Onaway Speedway. Jason was an ambassador for March of Dimes, a recipient of the Young Heroes Award, and ...

Helen V. Berg

BERG, Helen V. ‘Babe,’ 98, of Rogers City, died in Rogers City on Aug. 4, 2022 while holding her granddaughter’s hand. She is survived by granddaughter, Melissa of Lansing; one great-grandson, several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and great-great nieces and nephews. Friends may visit at the Beck Funeral Home on Saturday, Sept. 17th from noon through time of her memorial service at 2 p.m. Inurnment will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Luke Episcopal Church or to a charity of your choice. Online ...

Raymond Walter Modrzynski

MODRZYNSKI, Raymond Walter ‘Butch,’ 96, died at Bowman Place in Three Rivers on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Butch is survived by his wife of 72 years, Caroline; children, Bill (Annielaurie) of Lawrence, Kansas, Paul (Donna) of Gaylord, Jean (Felix) Skalski of Three Rivers, Mary Jo (Kenton) Vaughn of Gulliver, and Tomas (Jessica) of Three Rivers; daughters-in-law, Dona Modrzynski of San Antonio, Texas, and Debra Modrzynski of Indian River; as well as two brothers, Clem of Alpena and James (Linda) of Manistee; and 5 sisters, Genevieve (Frank) Gierak of Washington, Patricia (Bernard) ...

Beatrice Pearl Mosher

MOSHER, Beatrice Pearl, 91, of Rogers City, died June 18, 2022 at The Brook of Gaylord. Bea is survived by three children, Jack “Rick” (Carol) of Rogers City, Gary (Nancy) of Rogers City and Brenda (Eddie) LeTarte of Trout Lake; eight grandchildren; and 13 great grandchildren. Friends may visit at Peace Lutheran Church on Saturday, September 17th from 10:30 a.m. through time of her memorial at 11:30 a.m. with Pastor J. Derek Riddle officiating. Inurnment will follow at St. Michael Lutheran Cemetery in Belknap. Online condolences may be addressed through beckfuneralhome.org