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Michael Cherney

Michael J. Cherney, age 61, of Shelby, MI, passed away at his home on July 30, 2026. He was born on May 30, 1965, in Alpena, to Raymond J. Cherney and Leora S. (Cramer) Cherney. Michael is survived by his parents, Raymond and Leora Cherney; his sister, Kimberly Walker; and his children, ...

Elizabeth LeBarre

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth LeBarre, who departed this life on July 31, 2026, at the age of 46 due to a sudden heart attack. Born on Aug. 22, 1979, in Alpena, Elizabeth lived a life marked by kindness, compassion, and unwavering love for her family and ...

Merle Muszynski

Merle Edward Muszynski age 85 of Hawks passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, August 7, 2026. He was born February 12, 1941 in Alpena to Edward and Catherine (Maslonka) Muszynski. Merle graduated from Posen High School in 1959.  On December 2, 1961 he married Rita ...

Gary Teall

Gary Patrick Teall, 73, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s he passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Gary Patrick Teall was born in St. Mary’s, Maryland on October 26, 1952, to the late Floyd and Donna (O’Neil) Teall. On August 29, 1980, he married ...

Frederick (Fritz) Daleski

Frederick (Fritz) Louis Daleski, Sr., 92, of Alpena, Michigan, passed away on Sunday, May 10, at MyMichigan Medical Center-Alpena, surrounded by his loving family, after renal failure. Fred was born on November 29, 1933, in Alpena to the late Edward and Thelma (Fields) Daleski. On August 6, ...

Norma Ludwiczak

Norma J. Ludwiczak, 85, of Black River, died Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at Medilodge of Alpena. Born Oct. 23, 1940, to Cyril and Bertha (Crevier) LaLonde in Harrisville, she was a lifelong resident of the area. On Oct. 21, 1961, she married Jerry Ludwiczak in Black River. Norma was a dedicated ...