Patty Jo Wenzel age 76 of Rogers City died peacefully at home on Oct. 10, 2025 with family around her. She was born in Alpena on Nov. 12, 1948. Patty graduated from Alpena High School in 1966. On June 10, 1983 she married Richard Wenzel in Alpena. She is survived by her husband, Richard; ...
Kenneth Duane Wieten, 91, of Ossineke, Michigan, died peacefully Oct. 8, 2025 surrounded by loving family. Ken was born in Grand Rapids to Henry and Theresa (Seif) Wieten. He graduated from Grand Rapids Creston High School, Class of 1952. Shortly after, he proudly served in the United States ...
Paul Lee LaBarge, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on Oct. 11, 2025, at MediLodge of Alpena, Michigan. Born on Aug. 17, 1956, in Alpena to the late James and Shirley (Ellery) LaBarge, Paul lived a life filled with kindness, compassion, and a dedication to those he loved. A ...
Grant Howard Werth, 77, of Alpena, passed away peacefully among family on Oct. 9, 2025, at the University of Michigan Health Hospital. Born in Alpena on May 4, 1948, Grant led a life guided by the passions and values reflected in the community around him, farming, building, and contributing ...
Larry Kevin Keetch, 54 of Alpena, died unexpectedly on Sept. 15, 2025 at his home. He was born in Alpena on Aug. 23, 1971 to the late Durwood and Barbara (McKenzie) Keetch. He has resided in Alpena for the last 10 years. Larry enjoyed tinkering around with old cars and in the past, he owned and operated Larry’s Auto Body in Atlanta. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and the outdoors. Larry had a very giving personality and was always ready and willing to help anyone in need. He admired hard work, honesty, and being genuine with his loved ones. Larry valued time spent with his ...
Linda Kay Kindt, a beacon of love and selflessness, died peacefully at home on Oct. 9, 2025 with her loving family at her side. Linda was born on Nov. 23, 1942, to the late Walter and June (Ferguson) Wagner. Linda's life was a testament to her unwavering devotion to her family, her faith, and ...
