Name: Robert Edward Bauer
Age: 99
Hometown: Elkton
Funeral Date: January 15, 2025
Date of Birth: August 29, 1925
Date of Passing: January 12, 2025
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral service will be 11:00am Wednesday, January 15th at Salem Global Methodist Church in Pigeon with Pastor Joshua Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Elkton. Visitation will be 3-7 Tuesday at Champagne Funeral Chapel. In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Salem Global Methodist Church or a charity of your choice.
Robert’s loving spirit is carried on by his children Gail (Ken) Lehman of Gowen, Dennis of Bay City and daughter-in-law Elaine of Midland; beloved grandsons Rod (Chasie) Bauer and Ryan Bauer both of Midland and great-grandchildren Braxton and Kensley also of Midland. Bob also loved his many step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his youngest son Ronald. The family expresses heartfelt thanks to Scheurer Health Acute Care staff and ER, Country Gardens and Country Bay for their care and camaraderie given to Bob. Special thanks to Dr. Laurey Hanselman for her many years of excellent care and to Dr. Scott Reiter and hospice.
Robert Edward Bauer, 99, of Elkton, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Scheurer Hospital in Pigeon surrounded by his immediate family. Robert, better known as “Bob”, was born August 29, 1925 to the late Phillip and Catherine (Kumaus) Bauer. He attended Soule Country School and graduated from Elkton High School in 1944. Upon graduation Bob worked at Wallace and Morley Elevator in Elkton. It was there he met his future wife, Aleta Miller. Bob and Aleta were married May 24, 1947 at Salem Evangelical Church in Pigeon. Their marriage was four months shy of their 75th wedding anniversary when Aleta passed away on January 9, 2022. They were a team all their married years, in work and play. They purchased a farm on Grassmere Road near Elkton and there they raised their three children; Gail, Dennis and Ronald. They farmed, growing primarily navy beans, wheat and corn and after fifteen years of marriage they built an egg factory which they operated for many years. Bob also worked at Active Industries in Elkton for several years while he farmed. Bob and Aleta worked hand in hand crop farming, operating the egg factory business and raising their children. Bob enjoyed may interests throughout his life including playing baseball on several teams, pheasant hunting, videography, pysanky egg art and several kinds of art painting including oil painting and in his later years made over 50 pieces of diamond art. He and Aleta enjoyed traveling and after retirement purchased an RV which allowed sightseeing primarily throughout the central, west and southwest United States. They enjoyed 20 winters in Pioneer RV Park near Phoenix, Arizona, with family and friends and made the most of their travels together. He was a humble man, who throughout his life was passionate about his faith, family and his heart was in his farming. He exemplified living the Golden Rule, had a deep love for his wife and he made the world a kinder place.
Name: Peggy Lynn Parrish
Age: 75
Hometown: Sand Point
Funeral Date: January 17, 2025
Date of Birth: June 22, 1949
Date of Passing: January 12, 2025
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be at 11:00am Friday, January 17th at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Linkville with Rev. Chris Suggitt officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be 2-8pm Thursday at the Champagne Funeral Chapel. Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her husband Donald; children Bryan, Shawn (Vickie), Brandee (Jeff) Fritz and Tarol (Robert) Douthit; grandchildren Shelby (Jamie) Carlisle, Racheal (Alex) Walter, Kayla, Payton, Damon Blackstock, Brooklyn Blackstock, Nevaeh, Blaklei Fritz, Destinee (Dustin) Landers, Orion Douthit, Faith Douthit and Camryn (Megan) Fritz; great-grandchildren Onalee, Miles, Archie, Jax and Delaney. She was preceded in death by her grandson Tyler and brother Jeffery Strauch.
Peggy Lynn Parrish, 75, of Sand Point, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at home after a short illness, surrounded by family. Peggy was born June 22, 1949 in Pigeon to the late Franklin and Doris (Smith) Strauch. In 1967 she graduated from Owendale-Gagetown High School. She married Donald Parrish on May 8, 1976 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Linkville. Peggy was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and a member of the Ladies Aide. She enjoyed bowling from a young age as her family owned the Pigeon Bowling Alley. She enjoyed many trips to the casino with her husband Don and also “the girls” Amy, Dody, Wanda, Ami and Josie. She was lucky in love, family and friends. She loved her family with her whole heart. She was the life of the party with an open door and at her happiest hosting many gatherings at her home.
Name: Floyd W. Wroubel
Age: 81
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: January 14, 2025
Date of Birth: February 28, 1943
Date of Passing: January 10, 2025
Funeral Home: Thabet Funeral Home
Visitation is Tuesday, January 14, 2025 from 10 AM until 12 Noon at Good Shepherd Parish, St. Ignatius Church, 1826 Cumber Rd., Ubly. Funeral mass at 12 noon. Fr. Nate Harburg as celebrant. Burial in the spring in St. Ignatius Cemetery, Frieburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Good Shepherd Parish. Please share condolences at www.thabetfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Thabet Funeral Home, Cass City.
Floyd is survived by his children, Lori (Ed) Sadro of Ubly, Lisa (Ray) Stec of Caro, Angie (Jim) Iwankovitsch of Clarkston and Amy (David) Retan of Caro, grandchildren, Nick, Allison, Marissa, Brandi, Jake, Mandy, Ella and Brooke and 5 great grandchildren, sisters, Joyce (Bill) Juhasz of Cass City and Elaine Barker of FL. He was predeceased by brothers, Harold, Ronnie, Jerry and a sister, Shirley Slater.
Mr. Floyd W. Wroubel, age 81, of Ubly passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at his home. Floyd was born February 28, 1943 in Bad Axe, the son of the late Floyd and Agnes (Zoble) Wroubel. On September 5, 1964 he married Linda Franzel in St. Joseph Church, Argyle. She passed away July 9, 2014. He worked as a forklift driver for GM Saginaw Steering Gear, which he retired from. He enjoyed old car shows, fishing, westerns, polka music, going to casinos and tractors.
Name: Sophie Delores Navock
Age: 94
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: January 14, 2025
Date of Birth: April 07, 1930
Date of Passing: January 10, 2025
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Annunciation of the Lord’s Parish/ St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Port Austin with Fr. Rob Pare’ officiating. Burial will be at St. Michael’s Catholic Church Cemetery in Port Austin. Visitation is from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the church. Her family would like to thank Courtney Manor and their staff for their care and kindness. The family requests that memorials be made to St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.co
She is survived by her children, Ronald Lee Navock of Port Austin and Deborah (Gerald) Elbing of Clarkston. She is also survived by one sister, Gertrude Strozeski of Bad Axe as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by five sisters, Bernice Osentoski, Florence Gusa, Theresa Bambach, Rose Marie Aiuto and Barbara Uller.
Sophie Delores Navock, 94 of Port Austin passed away January 10, 2025, at Courtney Manor in Bad Axe, Michigan. She was born April 7, 1930 in Grindstone City, the daughter of the late Paul and Rose (Leavine) Filipiak. Sophie and Leo Navock were united in marriage on May 23, 1953 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Port Austin. He preceded her in death on September 25, 1998. Sophie was a lifelong parishioner of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Port Austin and was a member of the Holy Rosary Sodality. Sophie enjoyed baking, gardening, canning, crocheting and family get togethers. She loved the music of Dolly Parton as well.
Name: Honora Irene DePoorter
Age: 94
Hometown: Presque Isle
Funeral Date: January 11, 2025
Date of Birth: July 05, 1930
Date of Passing: January 08, 2025
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
In lieu of flowers, those planning memorial contributions, are asked to consider donation to Compassus Hospice in Alpena or a Humane Society of your choosing. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Besser Senior Living and the staff of Compassus Hospice for the wonderful and compassionate care they gave Honora.
Honora is survived by her children, Nora (Norm) Foldenauer, Morene (Keith) Rehbine, Morris W. (Gloria) DePoorter, Alice (Mike) Pokowski, and Kathleen (Greg) Augustyn; grandchildren, Janelle (Brett), Jeff, Kerry (Melissa), Melissa (Rich), Heather, Helenea (Greg), Morris E., Brian (fiancé, Alyssa), Cameron, Andrew (Hayley), and Amanda (Shane); fourteen great-grandchildren; best friend of over ninety years, Barbara Stevenson; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Noon, Saturday, January 11th at the Champagne Funeral Chapel at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will be from 11:30 a.m. until the time of her service. Rev. Karen Bouverette will officiate with the burial held privately at Caseville Twp. Cemetery.
Honora Irene DePoorter, 94, of Presque Isle, formerly of Caseville, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones at Besser Senior Living Community in Alpena. She was born on July 5, 1930, in Detroit, to the late William and Honora Catherine (McGlenn) Holtzman. Honora graduated from Southeastern High School and later attended college. She worked as a cashier for Hollywood Market and Chatham Grocery for over twenty-five years. A proud charter member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, Honora also volunteered with hospice for several years. On May 6, 1950, Honora married the love of her life, Morris DePoorter, and they shared over sixty-nine joyful years together before his passing on June 5, 2019. Honora was an accomplished bowler, enjoying many years on the lanes playing in many leagues. She was always ready for a card game, whether it was euchre or poker with family and also friends in Florida. Honora also loved playing horseshoes and shuffleboard, and she never missed an opportunity to find a great deal while shopping. An avid reader and talented cook, she delighted in preparing delicious meals. She was a huge fan of Bob Seger, especially her favorite song, “Old Time Rock ‘n Roll,” and even had the opportunity to meet him while working at Chatham. Above all, Honora cherished her family, and they were her greatest treasure. Her love, kindness, and care will resonate in the hearts of generations to come. Honora had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel like the most important person in the room. Her feisty spirit, determination, and most of all, her warmth and smile, will be missed deeply by all who knew her.
Name: Alice Elaine Trost
Age: 80
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: January 13, 2025
Date of Birth: January 26, 1944
Date of Passing: January 06, 2025
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Funeral services will be 11:00am Monday, January 13th at Cross Lutheran Church. Visitation will be 3-6 Sunday at Champagne Funeral Chapel and one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial gifts may be made to Cross Lutheran Church or Cross Lutheran School. The family would like to thank the staff at Heritage Hills in Caro and to the Hospice Care nurses for the wonderful care they provided.
Alice is survived by her husband Marvin; children Cindy (Rudy) Siemen, Karen (Duane) Peterson, Mike (Laura) Trost, Mark Trost and Kevin (Lori) Trost; grandchildren Kyle Siemen, Justin Peterson, Jessica (Mike) Hass, Kacey Peterson, Alissa (Soufiane) Daoudiya, Kayla Blunt, Ryan Trost, Grace Trost, Jordan (Courtney) Trost, Nicholas Trost, Elly Hyzer and Zac Trost; sister Sharon Diebel; sisters-in-law Elaine Trost and Lou Ann Trost; brothers-in-law Hilmar Trost and Roger (Carol) Trost; four great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by sisters Madeline Verduyn, Betty Wagner, and Delores MacAlpine; sister-in-law Julie Parker; brothers-in-law Louis Verduyn, Elmer Wagner, Harold MacAlpine, Jerry Diebel, John Jerbi, and Donald Parker and niece Linda MacAlpine.
Alice Elaine Trost, 80, of Pigeon passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025 at Heritage Hill Assisted Living in Caro. Alice was born in Gagetown on January 26, 1944 to the late Norman and Susan (Ludwig) Adams. On June 12, 1965 she married Marvin Trost at Cross Lutheran Church. Alice was a hard worker, and juggled work on the farm with raising a family and also worked as a cook at Scheurer Hospital for more than thirty years. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and spoiling her family with her homemade cooking. She was happiest when all of the family got together.
Name: Lona Fallon
Age: 100
Hometown: Port Hope
Funeral Date: January 11, 2025
Funeral services for Lona will be Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11 am at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Burial will follow at New River Cemetery. Visitation for Lona will be on Friday, from 3-8 pm at the funeral home. Visitation on Saturday will begin at 10 am until time of services at 11 am. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children's Research. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com
Lona is survived by her children: Thomas C. (Judith Ann) Fallon of Attica, Jack D. (Jan) Fallon of Clinton Township, 8 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren, her brother: Augie (Joann) Teschendorf of Port Hope, and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gustauf and Lovdie, her husband Thomas R. Fallon, daughter, Phyllis Hills, brothers: Otto Teschendorf, Percy Teschendorf, Ward “Pat” Teschendorf, Cleo Teschendorf, and sister: Donna Klaska.
Lona Fallon, age 100 of Port Hope, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at her home, under hospice care. She was born on April 23, 1924 in Port Hope to the late Gustauf and Lovdie (Hebner) Teschendorf. Lona and Thomas R. Fallon were united in marriage. He preceded her in death on March 6, 2010. Lona worked at the J.L. Hudson Store for many years. She loved taking care of others. She was a provider and caregiver to many people. Lona enjoyed being with her family, especially her grandchildren, great grandchildren and all her nieces and nephews.
Name: Ronald Skipinski
Age: 86
Hometown: Ubly
Funeral Date: January 11, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11 am at Good Shepherd Parish – St. John Catholic Church in Ubly. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025 from 2 – 7 pm at the Kaufman Funeral Home in Bad Axe or Saturday at the church from 10 am until the service time at 11 am. A scripture service will be held on Friday at 6:30 pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be shared at www.kaufmanfuneralhome.com
Ronald is survived by his sister, Bernice (Armen) Becker of Ubly, and several nieces andnephews. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Elmer and Joseph Skipinski, and two sisters, Eleanor Franzel-Koss and Delores Ulfig.
Ronald Skipinski, age 86, of Ubly, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. He was born on May 26, 1938, in Ubly, Michigan, to the late Edward and Agnes (Dropiewski) Skipinski. Ronald was a lifelong resident of Ubly and was a member of St John’s church. He enjoyed farming. Ronald was a man of simple pleasures, taking great joy in Friday fish dinners, Polish food, and speaking Polish with his dear friends. Ronald was also a fan of polka music, enjoyed visiting the Ubly drag strip, and was a loyal supporter of the Detroit Tigers. His love for classic vehicles was evident in his passion for car shows and swap shops. Ronald cherished the visits from his nieces, nephews, and great (and great-great) nieces and nephews. Though he was never married, Ronald had a strong network of close friends and family who regularly checked in on him, ensuring that he could remain comfortably in his home. Ronald’s quiet kindness and good-natured spirit will be missed by all who knew him.
Name: L Elwin Cubitt
Age: 79
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: January 25, 2025
Date of Birth: March 24, 1945
Date of Passing: January 05, 2025
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday January 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM, at the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church, with Pastor Tim Callow officiating. A luncheon will be provided after the service. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
Elwin is survived by his wife Joan, his children Katie Larzelere of Brighton, Michigan, Dave (Sue) Cubitt of Shelby Twp. Michigan, Andrew (Dawn) Cubitt of Melvin, Michigan, and Mike (Jennifer) Cubitt of Shelby Twp., Michigan; his step children Kay (Dave) Thomas of Port Huron, Michigan and Christopher Mann of Van Buren Twp. Michigan. Sisters Shirley Garrity of Bath Twp., Sharon Heck of Whittier, California; his brother Duane (Doralyn) Cubitt of Bad Axe; and sister Janice (Dave) Ridner of Graying, 11 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter Julie, his parents Harold and Vera, and his brothers Dale and Eugene Cubitt.
L. Elwin Cubitt, 79 years old of Bad Axe, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at his residence. Elwin was born on March 24, 1945. Elwin was born on March 24, 1945 in Sandusky, Michigan to the late Harold and Vera (Kenny) Cubitt. Elwin and Joan (McGregor) were married on December 10, 1988. Elwin graduated from Sandusky High School and attended Michigan State University. He started a career in real estate eventually forming Cubitt Realty Inc. Elwin sold houses for many years before retiring from Briney Bushing Company as a traveling sales rep. Elwin loved music. During his college years he toured Europe with the Michigan State Band and had the honor of playing for the Queen of England. Later he formed the Cubitt Quartette with his brother Dale, Duane and their father Harold. They would travel to different churches and small events in the thumb area singing their favorite and popular church songs. The group recorded an album “Sweeter As The Years Go By” in 1971. Elwin was very active in his church, The First United Methodist Church of Bad Axe, where he was choir director for many years and took over the duties of “Praise and Rejoice” from his older brother Dale. Elwin was an avid hunter. He enjoyed hunting deer and pheasants. He truly enjoyed putting on guided pheasant hunts at his property for family and friends. Elwin also enjoyed fishing the various lakes at Lost Lake Woods Club in northern Michigan.
Name: Mark Wendell Scully
Age: 72
Hometown: Port Austin
Funeral Date: January 09, 2025
Date of Birth: October 31, 1952
Date of Passing: December 30, 2024
Funeral Home: Knoblock Funeral Home
A Celebration of Life will take place from 1-3pm on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the Knoblock Funeral Home in Kinde. Burial will take place at the Ferguson Cemetery in Almont, Michigan.
He is survived by his brother, David (Toni) Scully of Grosse Pointe Woods; two nephews, Brant (Jessica) Scully of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and Ryan (Emily) Scully of Centennial, Colorado; and his ex-wife, Connie Prill.
Mark Wendell Scully, 72, of Port Austin, died on December 30, 2024, at his home. He was born October 31, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, son of the late Charles and Barbara (Jennette) Scully. Mark moved from West Bloomfield to Port Austin. He was employed at Lake Industries as a Tool & Die Machinist for 20 years. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Frank Horetski Post 499 in Port Austin and was an avid dirt and ice bike racer. He also enjoyed golf and the Detroit Red Wings.
Name: Ann Elizabeth Schelke
Age: 80
Hometown: Bad Axe
Funeral Date: January 11, 2025
Date of Birth: October 25, 1944
Date of Passing: December 31, 2024
Funeral Home: MacAlpine Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Bad Axe Public Library. Memorial Service and Visitation will be held at MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe, Michigan on January 11, 2025 at 10 AM. The service will be at 11 AM. A private cemetery service and burial will be held at a later date. Memorial Luncheon will be held immediately after service at the Bad Axe First United Methodist Church. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com
She is survived by her siblings, E. Lea Schelke, Jill (Mike) Terrill, Jack (Phyllis) Schelke, Don (Tamie) Schelke, Richard (Guylyn) Schelke, and sister-in-law Darlene Schelke, brother-in-law Jim Hicks, and many nieces and nephews. Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Capt. Arthur N. Tank, USN, sister Laurel Hicks, brother Larry Schelke, in laws Gloria Schelke and William Klump, and Louise and Patrick Conway.
She graduated from Bad Axe High School, earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Central Michigan University (Fire up Chips!), and her Master’s Degree from Oakland University (Go Grizzlies!). Ann pursued her teaching career while accompanying her husband during his Navy career in many locations in the United States and Canada while raising two sons. She was a beloved English teacher at Lamphere High School in Madison Heights for many years. Ann was an avid gardener and left her mark in every city and town she has lived in. She loved to read and write poetry, was a voracious book reader, and participated in the local book club. Ann enjoyed playing golf at Verona Hills Golf Club, playing bridge, and supporting the Bad Axe Library. She will be deeply missed by her sons, Craig and Nathan Tank, and daughter in law Patricia Doherty.
Name: Ruth Mary King
Age: 88
Hometown: Pigeon
Funeral Date: January 19, 2025
Date of Birth: July 24, 1936
Date of Passing: December 16, 2024
Funeral Home: Champagne Funeral Chapel
Memorial services will be at 9:00am on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at Salem Global Methodist Church in Pigeon with Rev. Josh Johnson officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Thumb Animal Shelter, 2260 S. Elkton Road, Elkton, 48731.
Lucky is survived by her life partner of 34 Constance Glaysher and her mini schnauzer BJ.
Ruthmary “Lucky” King, 88, of Pigeon, passed away Monday, December 16, 2024 at the Tuscola Medical Care Facility in Caro. Lucky was born July 24, 1936 in Alma to the late Russell and Violet (McMichael) King. She taught cosmetology in vocational education in Detroit and Pontiac for 30 years. She had a craft business and loved giving surprise gifts. Shopping and finding gifts others couldn’t find was a special skill of hers. Camping, boating, fishing and rural life captured her leisure time. Retirement from teaching began her 7 years as a local Methodist pastor. In 2000 she moved to the Thumb and spent 9 winters in Yuma, Arizona RVing all the way. She joyfully played many instruments – drums, piano, banjo, flute and dulcimer.
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