March 2, 1934 - Dec. 27, 2024 Arthur L. Samp, a cherished figure in the hearts of many, left this world peacefully on Dec. 27, 2024, at his home in Alpena. Born on March 2, 1934, he was the beloved son of the late Joseph and Celia (Kaszubowski) Samp. Arthur’s spirit resonated with ...

March 12, 1947 - Dec. 28, 2024 Patricia Rose Melville, affectionately known as Pat to her friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on Dec. 28, 2024, in Alpena. Pat was Born on March 12, 1947, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Clarence and Cecelia (Niespodzany) Engels. Following high ...

Feb. 11, 1964 - Dec. 30, 2024 Joan “Joanie” Marie Skiba, 60, of Alpena, passed away Dec. 30, 2024, with her husband and son at her side. Born in Alpena on Feb. 11, 1964, Joanie was the cherished daughter of Donald and Esther Leaym, who preceded her in death, as did her ...

May 22, 1955 - Dec. 28, 2024 Joseph Arthur Connon, 69, of Alpena, passed away Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, at his home. Joseph was born in Alpena on May 22, 1955, to the late William and Alice (Moleski) Connon. He was a member of All Saints Parish, enjoyed watching old westerns on TV, ...

Aug. 12, 1943 - Dec. 27, 2024 Malcolm F. Oswalt, age 81, of Presque Isle, passed away at MyMichigan Health Center in Alpena on Dec. 27, 2024. He was born in Pontiac on Aug. 12, 1943, to Malcolm and Adelisca Oswalt. Mal graduated from Pontiac Northern High School in 1960. He attended ...

May 15, 1938 - Dec. 28, 2024 Don George Witt, 86, went to Heaven early in the morning of Dec. 28, 2024, at Turning Brook of Alpena. Don was born on May 15, 1938, in Alpena, to Herman and Ella (Werner) Witt. He was preceded in death by five of his siblings: Martin Witt, Margaret Zitlaw, ...