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NELSON LEE THOMSON

Nelson Lee Thomson, 76, of Lachine passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena. Lee was born Dec. 19, 1946, in Alpena to the late Nelson and Marian (Nicholson) Thomson. He was a lifelong resident of Alpena and graduated in 1965. He served in the Air National Guard. Lee was a member of Thunderbay Island Preservation Society, Coast Guard Auxiliary – Army Veteran. He loved to weld, enjoyed farming and tinkering, was a fan of John Deere. Lee was a friend to many people and never met a stranger. Surviving are his three sons, Lee Jr. (Melanie) Thomson, ...

John Yarch

YARCH, John, 88 of Rogers City, died at home on April 27, 2023. John is survived by his daughter, Jean Zampich; two grandchildren, John (Jessica) and Katie (Nate); five great grandchildren, and one sister, Ann Losinski, all of Rogers City. Friends may visit at the Beck Funeral Home on Friday, May 5th from 10 a.m. through time of his memorial service where the Rogers City VFW will offer a military tribute immediately following. Inurnment will take place at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery later in the day. Memorials may be given to Hospice in memory of John Yarch. Online condolences ...

ELSIE E. LUMSDEN

Elsie E. Lumsden, 93, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center. Elsie Esther Lumsden was born to George and Nina (McMillan) Lumsden in Long Rapids Township on September 5, 1929. She was a life-long member of Long Rapids First Congregational Church, a Sunday School teacher, and a regular attendee of Women’s Fellowship. Her natural talent and love for music led to playing the organ for Sunday church, weddings, and funerals for 65 years, along with gracing choirs with her beautiful alto voice. Elsie worked the farm with her dad and mom ...

PHILLIP S. JORDAN

Phillip S. Jordan, 71, of Lincoln, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at his home. Born April 28, 1951, to William and Laura (Shannon) Jordan in Flint, Michigan, he was a longtime resident of Davison. Phil worked for General Motors and retired after 32 years from Metal Fabrication. Phil moved to Lincoln in 2001, where he was a member of the Downtown Development Authority for five years, the Brownlee Lake Association, and of the Lincoln Lions. Phil served as the President of the Village of Lincoln for 12 years. Phil was active in the downtown streetscape project, securing the ...

FRANCIS CARL ‘FRITZ’ STAFFORD

Francis Carl “Fritz” Stafford, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 25, 2023. Born on July 27, 1933, in Harbor Beach, Michigan, Fritz was the son of the late Capt. Raymond and Lucille (Olsen) Stafford. His life was filled with love, laughter, and the pursuit of his many passions. Fritz attended Alpena High School, where he excelled both academically and athletically. As captain of his high school basketball and football teams, Fritz led his fellow teammates with determination and skill. His outstanding achievements on the ...

TIMOTHY WAYNE BUSE

Timothy Wayne Buse, 72, of Alpena passed away Monday, April 24, 2023, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Timothy was born July 29, 1950, in Alpena to the late Lester and Mable (Blockson) Buse. He was a lifetime resident of Alpena and retired in 2008 after 26 years of service at Alpena Power Company. On Dec. 19, 2008, he married Beth McDonald. Tim was a member of Thunder Bay Bowmen, Woodcarving Club, Alpena Sportsmen’s Club and volunteered at Presque Isle Fire Department. He enjoyed target shooting, coyote hunting, playing his harmonica, fly fishing and tying flies for fly ...