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Obituaries

Linda Yankie

Linda Ann (Marciniak) Yankie, age 87, died peacefully at home in Simi Valley, California on April 25, 2026, surrounded by love. Born on Feb. 21, 1939, in Alpena, to Roy and Helen (McNeil) Marciniak. Linda grew up in Alpena and carried her love for her hometown throughout her life. On July 30, ...

Matthew Derry

Matthew Derry, 55, of Alpena passed away May 5, 2026. Matt was born Nov. 22, 1970 in Rogers City to Paul and Cheryl (Baker) Derry. He is survived by his mother Cheryl, his sister Shannon Sorby, and his partner Jerone Anderson. He was preceded in death by his father Paul. Per his wishes ...

Mitchell Cousineau

Mitchell Craig Cousineau, 68, of Alpena died on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at MyMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Mitch was born in Alpena on June 9, 1957, to Arnold and Beverly (Chapman) Cousineau. He was a happy child and the proud oldest brother in a family of three boys. Mitch graduated ...

Eugene Wenzel

WENZEL, Eugene Royal, 84 of Rogers Township, died Feb. 8, 2026 at Medilodge in Rogers City. Arrangements are in the care of Beck Funeral Home.

Bernadette Peterson

Bernadette (Smigelski) Peterson passed peacefully from this life on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, beginning her eternal rest. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Peterson; her parents, Phillip and Esther Smigelski; and her brother, Philip Smigelski. She is survived by her sons, Philip ...

Matthew Derry

DERRY, Matthew, 55, of Alpena died May 5, 2026. Per his wishes Matt has been taken for cremation with no services planned at this time. McWilliams Funeral Home has assisted the family.