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MARJORIE GRAICHEN

Marjorie J. Graichen, 91, of Alpena, passed away Jan. 3, 2023 at MediLodge of Greenview. Marge was born March 3, 1931 in Alpena to the late William and Sophie (Lang) Weinkauf. In 1949, she met the love of her life, Clyde Graichen. The two joined hands in marriage in August of 1949. Marge was a very caring person who always had an open door policy at her home for anybody in need of assistance. She also had a fantastic sense of humor that was sure to bring a smile to your face. Marge enjoyed singing in the “Sweet Adelines” women group during her younger years. She also enjoyed ...

CHRISTIAN RUDE

Christian Reinhold Rude Jr., 89, of Alpena passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, Jan. 3, 2023, at MyMichigan Medical Center, surrounded by immediate family. Christian, or Chris, was born Jan. 16, 1934, to Christian Rude Sr. and Elizabeth Rude (Linke). After graduating high school, Chris served two years in the Army, where he was stationed in Japan. Shortly thereafter, on May 14, 1960, he married Carol Ann Hayes at St. Anne’s Parish and lived happily in Alpena. He was employed over 40 years at Besser Co. as a welder, where he retired. Chris also enjoyed working in his ...

Rose Marie Freel

FREEL, Rose Marie, age 90, of Millersburg, died peacefully with her family at her bedside on Jan. 5, 2023 at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena. Marie is survived by five children, Judy (Larry) Gramer, of Byron, Joe (Kim) Freel, of Fort Myers, Florida, Glen (Kathy) Freel, of Millersburg, Douglas (Jacqueline) Freel, of Lansing, and Cynthia Freel, of Columbia, Tennessee, 11 grandchildren, Jason, Kevin (Marianne), Holly (Sean), Jennifer (Todd), Stephanie (Joe), Kimberly (Gregory), Michael (Crystal), Timothy (Nikki), Sarah (Andy), Kendra, and Kara (Hunter) Vann, and 22 ...

Glen Tulgetske

TULGETSKE, Glen, 57, of Alpena, died from a tragic accident Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. A complete obituary will appear in a future edition of The Alpena News. Arrangements are in the care of McWilliams Funeral Home.

MARVIN HOPP

Marvin Hopp, of Alpena, age 94, left this temporary earthly life to be with the Lord in the heavenly home on Jan. 3, 2023, with his wife by his side. Marvin was born to the late Arthur and Emma Hopp in Rogers City on Feb. 20, 1928. In 1951, Marvin married Ellen M. Grulke of Rogers City and his dear wife for 71 years. They were blessed with three daughters, Deborah J. Smith, of Arizona, Susan Harris, and Carol Sudut (husband Tony), of Livonia. Marvin is survived by his wife Ellen; daughters Deborah, Susan, and Carol; grandsons Jeff Smith (wife Melissa, son William), Brad Smith ...

Marjorie Graichen

GRAICHEN, Marjorie, 91, of Alpena, died Jan. 3, 2023 at MediLodge Greenview. She is survived by two children, Marjorie Marceau Wisniewski and Clyde III (Jeanne), four grandchildren, Jeffrey (Erin), Jennifer (Scott), Jessie (Ryan Reddie), and Gina (Chris). A complete obituary will appear in a future edition of The Alpena News. McWilliams Funeral Home is assisting the family.