Robert Craig

Funeral Information

Funeral service for Jim will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11:00 am at MacAlpine Funeral Home, Bad Axe, with Pastor Tim Callow officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 at MacAlpine Funeral home from 4:00-8:00 pm and also on Saturday from 10:00am until the time of service. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Jim is survived by his wife Elsie, son Robert (Debbie) Craig, granddaughter Ashley (Jonny) Rozanski; grandson Stephen (Bess) Huddleston and their children Olivia and Emily Huddleston. He is also survived by his additional family; Dallas (Peggy) Marks, Jay (Lisa) Marks, Tammy (Mark) Lewis, Kelly Marks and Wendy (Gary) Young; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Loraine Craig, Marge Craig and Alice Craig. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brothers’ John Craig, Harvey (Jeannie) Craig, Ken (Mary) Craig, Gene Craig, David Craig and Gary (Judy) Craig; sisters Fran (Wilbur) Leneway, Elaine (Harold) Smith and Dorothy (George) Gembarski. The family extends a thank you to Jim’s two favorite helpers Doug and Ted, for the love and support they offered to him.

Biography

Robert James “Jim” Craig, 88 years old of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026 with his family by his side. Jim was born to the late John and Isabelle (St George) Craig on December 26, 1937. He and Elsie Shepherd were married for 44 years. Jim and Elsie loved to travel to their cabin, stop at garage sales, check out the local wind turbines and take crop tours. He totally adored Elsie and the time they spent together, and he never stopped talking about his granddaughters. He always spoke fondly of starting out his career working for Harry Clancy before moving onto the Huron County Road Commission for 35 years before his retirement. Jim spent his free time working in his yard, cutting firewood, running his skid-steer, tinkering on small engines in the garage, as long as there wasn’t a NASCAR race on. Racing was in his bones as he raced on the local dirt tracks in the 60’s with a team of his brothers and friends. After suffering a bad racing accident, his future in the sport was ended. Later he was able to help his son with his racing career.

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Arvilla Schuman

Funeral Information

The family wishes a special thanks to the caregives and staff at Meadow Lanes Assisted Living and to A & D Hospice for all their help and support given to the family and professional care for Arvilla. Funeral Services for Arvilla will be on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 11 am at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Burial will follow at Port Austin Township Cemetery. Friends may call for Visitation on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 2-7pm at the our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe, or on Friday, at the church from 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Memorials may be offered to Our Savior Lutheran Church or the Lupus Foundation. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories and condolences to Arvilla's Family can be left at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Arvilla is survived by her four sons: Larry (Ellen) Schuman of Presque Isle, Denis Schuman of Sandusky, Arnold Schuman of Bad Axe, Kenneth (Cheryl) Schuman of Munger, two daughters: Diane (James) Trelewski of Bay City, and Catherine Apley of Bad Axe. Ten grandchildren: Daniel (Emily) Schuman of Ada, Leah (Larry) Reid of Marquette, Keith Schuman of Bad Axe, Ashley Schuman (Michael Thompson) of Colorado Springs, William (Ashley Evon) Schuman of Freeland, Christopher (Stacy) Trelewski of Bay City, Jennifer (Jeremy) Johnson of Saginaw, Donald (Pam Wolschlager) Apley of Bad Axe, grandaughter-in-law Rachel Apley of Essexville, Jeremy (Maddy) Apley of Filion. Thirteen great grandchildren: Benjamin and Micah, Nora Schuman; Alice, Marie and Olive Reid, Ivy Schuman, and one little Schuman on the way, Alexis Trelewski, Elliana and Lilyana Johnson; Zachary and Natalie Apley, Allison Apley. Her brother and sister-in-law Milton and Judy Etzler, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Don, in-laws: William and Matilda Schuman, daughter-in-law Doraleth (Dodi) Schuman, son-in-law Larry Apley, grandson Michael Apley, sister and brother-in-law: Betty Jo and Harold Schuman, and William (Jack) and Evelyn Ruby.

Biography

Arvilla Marie Schuman, age 95 of Bad Axe, passed away at Meadow Lanes Assisted Living on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Arvilla was born on October 5, 1930 in Kinde, to the late Rueben and Helena (Moeller) Etzler. She married Donald Schuman at St. John Lutheran Church in Midland on December 3, 1949. She was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Kinde for many years, before transferring to Our Savior Lutheran Church in Bad Axe. Arvilla was a typical mother caring for her family. She enjoyed sewing and did lots of mending for her family. Her most favorite was cooking and baking, her donuts and sticky buns were the best. She also enjoyed looking for bargains at estate sales and antique shops. She was a 4 H Leader when her children were younger and all involved.

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Jean Kramer

Funeral Information

The Funeral Mass for Jean will be Monday, March 2, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of the Holy Apostles Parish. Burial will take place in the spring. Visitation for Jean will be Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 2–8 p.m. at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Monday will be at the church, beginning at 10 a.m. until the time of services. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Dan and Jean had two children: Daniel Jr. and Amy Jean. She is survived by her children, Dan (Tanya) Kramer and Amy (John) Wilson; grandchildren, Nicole (Nathan) Fellows, Austin and Cecilia Kramer, Katelin and Megan Wilson; four great-grandchildren, Charlotte, Madison, Adam, and Nora Fellows; her sisters, Judy Messing, Cheryl Hill, Luanne (Calvin) Oberski; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Sylvia; her husband, Daniel; her brother-in-law, Jerome Messing; her sister, Karen (Harold) Gornowich; and her brother-in-law, Jim Hill.

Biography

Jean R. Kramer, age 80, of Harbor Beach, passed away Tuesday, February 17, 2026; her work on Earth was done. She was born on June 17, 1945, in Harbor Beach, to the late Eugene and Sylvia (Rumptz) Priemer. Jean was the third of five girls. Family was very important to Jean. Her other hobbies included sewing, embroidering, quilting, and playing cards. On April 4, 1964, Jean and Daniel Kramer were united in marriage. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2023. Jean was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and was an altar server for many years. She worked at SSPP School as an aide for over 20 years and was the cook at the school during the last two years it was open. She also worked for Dian Volmering for some 25 years, preparing and catering meals for many. Jean also helped Dan on the farm for many years.

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William Brown

Funeral Information

Per William’s wishes, cremation has taken place at Sunset Valley Crematory in Bay City. Memorials may be offered to the Covenant Health Care Foundation. Condolences can be shared at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

William is survived by his children; Todd (Andrea Lundy) Brown, Heidi (Victor) Gomez, his sister Marie (Stan) Haley, sister’s-in-law Vicky Ritter and Cindy Scherret, brother-in-law Mike Shamka and many nieces and nephews along with his three legged friend Rooney. William is preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Mary Rose his nephew Shawn Haley, his sister Judy Shamka, mother and father -in-law Marlene and Leonard Matelski, brother’s in-law Randy Matelski and Mike Ritter.

Biography

William E. Brown, 72 years old of Kinde, Michigan passed away February 16, 2026 with his family by his side. William was born on June 1st, 1953 to the late Owen and Beryl (Running) Brown, on May 5, 1973he married Linda Matelski, and together they shared 53 years of marriage. William will be remembered by his family and friends by his enthusiastic way he lived his life. Everyone he met was his friend and he would do all he could to help.

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Shana Umbreit

Funeral Information

Funeral Services for Shana will be 11 am, Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach, with Fr. Kevin Wojciechowski officiating. Cremation will follow. Visitation for Shana will be on Friday, from 2-8pm at the funeral home. Visitation on Saturday will begin at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. The family would like to send a special thank you, to the Harbor Beach Police Department and all the Law Enforcement officials that assisted the family at this time.

Family of the Deceased

Shana is survived by her children: Clayton Toner, Emma Toner, her mother: Kimberly (Steven) Thoms, her father: Robert Umbreit, Siblings: Eric (Janet) Umbreit, Nicole (Casey) Sadro, Robby (Christina) Umbreit, Justan Umbreit, her twin brother: Shane Umbreit, Bobbie Jo (Paul) Cutcher, Kurtis (Rachel) Trigger, Sara (Nick) Lincoln, Devin (Anna) Thoms, Donovan Thoms, the father of her two children, who she remained good friends with, Ryan Toner, his parents: Barb & Richard Toner, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Shana was preceded in death by her grandparents: Robert and Mary Umbreit, Ray & Liz Booms, Fred Wisenbaugh, her aunts: Ronda Pawlowski, Beth Ann Cortez, Janie Clink, Sherry Kramer, uncles: Louie Reid, Barry Reid and Great Grandparents: Louis & Margaret Reid.

Biography

Shana M. Umbreit, age 35 of Harbor Beach, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026. She was born on July 27, 1990 in Bad Axe, to Kimberly Thoms and Robert Umbreit. Shana worked at the Harbor Beach Subway as an Sandwich Artist for many years, and knew everyone. She was kind hearted, thoughtful and loved to be with family and friends, especially her children. She enjoyed music, going to concerts, her cousins and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

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Darwin Stalter

Funeral Information

In accordance with Darwin’s wishes, cremation is to take place, with a memorial service honoring Darwin’s life to be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church, 7004 Michigan Ave, Pigeon, MI 48755, with Rev. Scot Wilson presiding. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Michigan Avenue Mennonite Church. The family was assisted with these arrangements by the Ransford Funeral Home - Pigeon. Friends may share memories, thoughts, and prayers online at www.RansfordFuneralHome.com.

Family of the Deceased

Darwin is survived by his beloved wife, Harriet Stalter; children Pam (Brian) O’Niel of Jackson, Michigan, Rodney (Patty) Stalter of Owendale, Michigan, Paula (Bob) Tucker, Russell (Ayasha) Stalter of Bay City, Michigan, Elizabeth (Ron) Gardner of Averill Park, New York, and Rachel (Rob) Coryell of Bad Axe, Michigan; brother, Gary Stalter of Cowpen, South Carolina; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren who affectionately knew him as “Pee-wee”; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members, and friends. Darwin was preceded in death by brothers, Gaylen Stalter, Del Stalter, and Randy Stalter. The family would like to give a special thanks to Kevin of McLaren Hospice for his compassionate care of Darwin, and to Shirley for her comfort and support of Harriet during these difficult times.

Biography

Darwin T. Stalter, 85, of Gagetown went to meet his Heavenly Father on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home with his loving wife at his side after a battle with cancer that began in 1996. Darwin was born on March 14, 1940, to the late Timothy and Daisy (Miller) Stalter and was a 1958 graduate of Laker high school. Darwin worked as a truck driver for Express Leasing. He married Harriet Slagstad on July 10, 1998. She survives him. In his free time, Darwin loved traveling with Harriet around the country, visiting light houses and camping in state parks. He was a craftsman at heart, spending time in his woodshop or working on his lawn and garden.

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