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Norman Martin Smolinski

SMOLINSKI, Norman Martin, 86, of Alpena, died Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, at his home in Apache Junction. Bannan Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

LINDA ETZLER

Sept. 14, 1946 - Oct. 20, 2024 On Sunday Oct. 20, 2024, Linda Etzler, a beautiful and compassionate wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Hubbard Lake. She was 78 years old. Her home was simply the place she loved the most, a place she purposely filled with ...

FIDELIS JOAN MICHEL

March 3, 1950 - Oct. 18, 2024 Fidelis Joan Michel, a beacon of love and selflessness, passed away peacefully on Oct. 18, 2024, in her hometown of Alpena, where she was also born on March 3, 1950 to the late Iner and Mary (Skinner) Mousseau. Her life was a testament to the power of nurturing and the profound impact one individual can have on the lives of many. Fidelis was a devoted wife to her husband, Jan Michel, and a loving mother to her sons, Jeffery, who preceded her in death, Eric (Emily), and Adam. Her warmth and care extended to her cherished grandchildren, Cameron and ...

WILLIAM AUSTIN KNAPP

Jan. 15, 1943 - Oct. 9, 2024 William Austin Knapp passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a brief illness. Bill was an appreciative resident of Carmel, San Francisco and Lanai City, Hawaii. Bill “Baba” was born and raised in Alpena, Michigan as a beloved only child. A ...

Kathylleene Mary Cochill

COCHILL, Kathylleene Mary, 79, of Ocqueoc, died at Medilodge in Rogers City on Oct. 23, 2024. Beck Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

ALBERT RICHARD VanDUSEN

June 15, 1936 - Oct. 20, 2024 Albert Richard VanDusen, known affectionately as Dick by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on Oct. 20, 2024, in Lachine, at the age of 88. Born on June 15, 1936, in Alpena, he was the cherished son of the late Albert J. and Myrtle (Allen) ...