HILDEBRANDT, Thomas, 62, of Alpena, died at his home on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026. Arrangements are in the care of A.E. Ross Funeral Home.

MCCONNELL, Orrin, 93, of Alpena, died peacefully at home Jan. 11, 2026. Orrin has been taken for cremation with a memorial service to be announced at a later date. McWilliams Funeral Home is assisting the family.

FREESE, Shirley A., 88, of Spruce, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. Arrangements are in the care of Gillies Funeral Home, Lincoln.

ORBAN, Theresa, 93, of Alpena, died at Turning Brook AFC on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. Arrangements are in the care of A.E. Ross Funeral Home.

DEAN, Kathleen Lynn, 69, of Rogers City, died at home on Dec. 28, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Beck Funeral Home.

EWALT, Terry Green, 79, of Rogers City, died at home on Dec. 23, 2025. Arrangements are in the care of Beck Funeral Home.