Jan. 24, 1932 - Feb. 11, 2025 Ruth L. Heussner, a cherished matriarch and a beacon of warmth in her community, passed away peacefully on Feb. 11, 2025, in Alpena at the age of 93. Born on Jan. 24, 1932, in Detroit, Ruth was the beloved daughter of the late Otto and Josephine (Spens) Kuehn. ...

Jan. 14, 1939 - Feb. 6, 2025 Marlene Joan Hildebrandt, a radiant soul whose warmth and kindness touched everyone she encountered, departed this world on Feb. 6, 2025, in Alpena. Born with a loving spirit, Marlene dedicated her life to nurturing her family and friends, always putting others ...

March 13, 1943 - Feb. 9, 2025 Estelle Rita Pahlkotter, 81, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, of Alpena, passed away Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center – Alpena surrounded by her family. Estelle Rita Parenteau was born March 13, 1943, in Phenix, ...

Feb. 9, 2025 Jere Sue Bendes, 77, of Alpena, died Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, at home. She is survived by her son Patrick Bendes; brother Kelly (Chris) Andryscik; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Bendes. A memorial service will take place in ...

Nov. 20, 1944 - Feb. 8, 2025 Bernard David “Bernie” Soik, 80, of Posen passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 8, 2025. He was born in Posen to Anthony and Martha (Grenkowicz) Soik on Nov. 20, 1944. Bernie graduated from Posen High School in 1963. On June 4, 1977, he married Patricia ...

Oct. 11, 1944 - Feb. 5, 2025 Gary Raymond Tuohy, 80, of Alpena passed away Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025, at his home. Gary was born Oct. 8, 1944, in Waco, Texas. to the late Jerry and Rita (Blanchett) Tuohy. On May 13, 1995, he married Susan Peterson. Gary retired from Northwest Airlines in ...