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CONSTANCE ELAINE MATHISON

Constance Elaine Mathison, 80, of Alpena passed away Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, at Touch of Country Care Home. Constance Elaine Donovan was born on Sept. 10, 1942, to the late Connie and Ida (Gould) Donovan. On Nov. 5, 1960, she married Donald Mathison. She enjoyed being outside in her flower gardens and was a wonderful baker. Surviving are her husband, Don; three children, Laurie (James) Hansen, Robin (Danny) Marchione, Joe Mathison; four grandchildren, Nicholas Marchione, Caitlin Marchione, Cody Mathison, Kyle Mathison; sister, Merry Huntley; brother, William (Sandra) Donovan; ...

DONNA JEAN (OLIVER) PRATT

Donna Jean (Oliver) Pratt, 88, of Spruce - The Walking Waving Lady of 23, died on Dec. 30, 2022 of heart valve fatigue. She died in her home with family. She is survived by four children, Mary (Jack) Reddy, Doug, Lyle (Tracie), and Diane Pratt, her brother Pete “Llyoyd” Oliver, her sister Shirley Wright, and her brothers-in-law Larry and Gary (Diane) Johnson. A memorial service is being planned for the spring of 2023. A complete obituary will appear in a future edition of The Alpena News. Arrangements are being handled by McWilliams Funeral Home.

Gordon William Cordes

CORDES, Gordon William, 80, of Hillman, died at home on Jan. 2, 2023. Gordon is survived by his wife, Darlene; three children, Gordon Jr. “Gordie” (Valerie) of Hillman, Nancy (Walter Hickey) Kinn of Hillman and Bryan (Darlene A.) of Atlanta; six grandchildren, Gordon III “Bill”, Felicia (Justin), Daniel, Tiffany (Hunter); Patrick and Nicholas; two great-granddaughters; sister, Geraldine (Alan Sheen) Lightfoot; brother-in-law, Robert Melvin; sister-in-law, Ruth Grossman; brother-in-law, Arthur “Bud” Adrian; special children, Harry (Tina) and Patricia Cordes; special ...

Ann Christine March

MARCH, Ann Christine, 73, of Lachine, died on Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, at her home following a 10-month battle with cancer. Surviving are two sons, Gregory Morley, Bradley (Nicole) Morley; three stepchildren, Kelly (James Keienburg) Kissane, John March, Jr., Beverly (James) Boers; six grandchildren, Kayla, John, Sierra (Joshua), Mason, Allia, Cierra, Sage Boers; four great-grandchildren, three siblings, Robert (Nancy) Nickodemus, Nancy (Andrew) Brough and Jean (Paul) Hess. In accordance with Ann’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Ann’s life will take place at the ...

ANDREW DAOUST

Andrew Daoust, 29, of Alpena passed away at home with his family at his side following a long, hard-fought battle with Friedreich’s Ataxia. Andrew was diagnosed at the age of 10 but he never let that define him. While he may have been limited physically, he was never limited in his love of life and others. He was a kind soul with a big heart who always kept a positive outlook regardless of the situation. Andrew had many amazing experiences in his short time here, including several wish trips that included a hunting trip to Texas where he was able to bag a Black Buck and a trip to ...

PHILIP ALLAN DONAKOWSKI

Philip Allan “Moe” Donakowski, 83, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at Precious Days AFC on Monday, Dec. 26, 2022 with his loving daughter at his side. Philip was a kind, courageous, and loving man that will be dearly missed by many. He was born on Oct. 12, 1939 to the late Philip and Myrtle (Minton) Donakowski in Alpena. He was a graduate of Catholic Central as well as Alpena Community College. In 1961 Philip served his country in the United States Navy and sailed aboard the U.S.S. Rock submarine. After two years in the Navy, Philip was home on leave and proposed to Barbara ...