Carolynne Wegmeyer, died peacefully on July 9, 2026 surrounded by her family. Born in Alpena, Carolynne was the cherished daughter of the late Alvin and Naomi Torsch. She was a city girl until she met the love of her life, Fred Wegmeyer of Herron. With his easygoing charm, hard work ethic, ...
James "Jim" Albert Eller, age 83, of Kodak, died July 8, 2026. He loved music, woodworking, and coaching hockey. Jim was preceded in death by his parents William and Florence Eller. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Janet L. Eller; sons, Scott W. Eller (Marcie), Steven J. Eller (Rebecca), and Jason P. Eller (Robin); grandchildren Kelsie and Dylon, Eliana, Cassius, and Jackson, and Alyric; brother Robert Eller. Jim will be interred at the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery in Knoxville.
Roger Lemons, a longtime Harrisville resident, historian, photographer and community leader, died peacefully at home on June 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was 68. Born on November 25, 1957, in Bangor, Maine, to a U.S. Air Force family, Roger’s early years were shaped by constant ...
James Francis Stanley, Jr., 70, of Alpena passed away July 12, 2026 at Besser Senior Living. Jim was born November 2, 1955 to James F. Stanley, Sr. and Geraldine Scott. He was a graduate of Alpena High School in 1973. Jim enjoyed working on the Great Lakes freighters for many years before ...
Michael “Mick” Rea Kaiser born April 25, 1945 in Gaylord died peacefully at MyMichigan Medical Center – Alpena surrounded by his family on July 3, 2026. He is a 1963 graduate of Alpena Catholic Central High School. He then joined the Navy Reserves but was honorably discharged for ...
Larry Cates, age 91, formerly of Alpena, died on July 4, 2026 in Lansing. He was born on March 2, 1935, in Kennett, Missouri, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion to family, and a wide range of talents and interests that brought joy to those who knew him. He was the son of the late ...
