James Brandenburg

Funeral Information

Visitation will be Friday, April 10, 2026 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home, Inc., in Sebewaing, from 3pm-8pm. The funeral service will be Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sebewaing. Visitation will begin at the church at 10am until the time of service at 11am. A luncheon will follow the service. Pastor Michael Boyer will be officiating along with the assistance of Pastor Charles Kuhl. Memorial donations may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church Endowment Fund or any other fund at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Share a memory at www.jmfuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Brandy is survived by his 3 children: Nathan (Kristyn) Brandenburg, Jamie (Brad) Gettel and Brian (Ashley) Brandenburg; 5 grandchildren: Jae, Adelyn, Elliot, Henry Brandenburg & Lennox Gettel; siblings: Jerry (Gloria) Brandenburg & Pam (Jim) Pryor. Brandy is preceded in death by his parents, Fred & Audrey, and sister, Cindy Badour.

Biography

James E. “Brandy” Brandenburg, age 76, of Sebewaing, went to his heavenly home on April 6, 2026. Brandy was born on December 6, 1949, in Bad Axe, to Frederick and Audrey (Erb) Brandenburg. He graduated from Sebewaing High School in 1968. He loved farming, which he did all his life. He also enjoyed going on crop tours, visiting with his friends and overseeing his garden.

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Robert Schenk

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Mass of Christian burial for Robert Schenk will take place on Friday April 10, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Hubert Parish/ Sacred Heart Catholic church with Fr. Yesu Mulakaleti officiating. Visitation will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at MacAlpine Funeral Home from 2:00-8:00 pm. and also on Friday at the church from 10:00am until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. Per Bob’s wishes, cremation will take place after the service with private burial at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorials to be offered to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association in Bob’s name. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

Bob is survived by his wife Patricia; daughter Shannon; son’s Aaron (fiancé Aimee), Ryan (Laura); brothers Joe (Ardis), Ron (Patricia), Richard (Kathy); sister Joanne Grasso; sister-in-law Brenda (Darrell) Mayle; special nephew Alex, and many other nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brother Dennis; and brothers-in-law Mike Grasso and Michael Whelihan.

Biography

Robert Lee Schenk, 79 years, passed away on Friday April 3, 2026 at Autumn Wood in Deckerville. Bob was born on March 24, 1947 to the late Joseph and Charlotte (Toner) Schenk in Ubly. After graduation from high school, Bob was drafted into the Army and he served his country in Vietnam for 2 tours. On August 21, 1971 he married the love of his life Patricia Whelihan and they would have soon celebrated 55 years together of raising their children and creating many memories. Bob was a lifelong member of St. Hubert Parish/ Sacred Heart Catholic church. Bob was a hardworking man and was often called upon to help with back hoe work. He was a good operator of heavy machinery, and spent many hours on the seat of his back hoe. He spent years developing their property that began as woods to the landscaped yard they now have. Bob enjoyed hunting deer and bear with his boys, and was known as the camp cook. He also looked forward to his many years of trips to Drummond Island for fishing.

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Mary Ann Cook

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Funeral Services for Mary Ann will be Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 11:30 am, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, of the St. Hubert Parish, with Fr. Yesu Mulakaleti officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation for Mary Ann will be Monday, April 6, 2026 from 2:30 pm until 8 pm at the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Visitation on Tuesday, will be at the church, beginning at 10:30 am until time of services at 11:30 am. A Parish Vigil Service will take place Monday, at 7 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the OLLH School or the St. Hubert Food Pantry. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Mary Ann is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years: Harold Cook, children: Calvin (Sherry) Cook, Gary (Mary) Cook, Eric (Shelly) Cook, Eugene Cook, Gerald (Maureen Mausolf) Cook, Linda Cook, Dale (Cheryl) Cook, Alan Cook, 14 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, brother-in-law Ben Wolschleger, sisters-in-law: Deloris Dekoski, Rita Teahen, Diana Cook, Donna Wolschleger and husband Ron, brothers in-laws: Earl Cook and wife Ann, Rich Cook and wife Ronda and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Evangeline Wolschleger, Brothers-in-law: Raymond Cook, Robert Dekoski, Roy Teahen, Ronald Cook, Sister in-law: Margaret Cook.

Biography

Mary Ann Cook, age 88 of Harbor Beach, passed away Friday, April 3, 2026 at the Huron Medical Care Facility of Bad Axe, under hospice care. She was born on January 8, 1938 in Harbor Beach to the late William and Clara (Lorkowski) Mazure. Mary Ann and Harold Cook were united on May 11, 1957 at Smiths Corners. Mary Ann worked at the Bad Axe Seat Belt Factory for 9 years and sewed for Lucky’s Tents for many years. Mary Ann was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Rapson, and a former member of the Smiths Corners Altar Society. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, quilting and crafting very much. She also enjoyed canning, and raising chickens. Mary Ann and Harold spent 13 winters down in Florida where they enjoyed their time, and one of her biggest joys, that together, with her husband Harold, she helped prepare the Deer Hunting Breakfast for over 35 years.

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Thomas Draschil

Funeral Information

Visitation will be held Friday, April 3, 2026 at Juengel & Mellendorf Funeral Home, Inc., in Sebewaing, from 2pm-8pm. Burial will be private at Grant Township Cemetery.

Family of the Deceased

Thomas is survived by his children: Amy (Michael) Powell of Owendale, Marcie (Thomas) Jeffery of Gagetown and Alissa (Michael) Parks of Swartz Creek; grandchildren: Alec, Lucas and Lyla Powell, Daniel (fiancé Miranda) Jeffery and Abigail (Joshua) Szyska, Drew and Zane Parks; soon to be great grandson, Walker Thomas Szyska; sister, Elaine (Jerry) Parker of Mason; 2 nieces, lots of cousins and friends.

Biography

Thomas was born in Pigeon on January 13, 1946, to Frank and Alice (Kunisch) Draschil. He graduated from Owengage High School. He enjoyed farming, watching college basketball and football, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and MASH, driving around looking at fields and checking on the neighborhood. He also collected toy tractors and coins.

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John Collings

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Visitation for John E. Collings will be Thursday, April 2nd at the MacAlpine Funeral Home in Bad Axe, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00p.m., with funeral services immediately following the visitation at the funeral home with Pastor Sam Reece officiating.. Memorials is John’s name may be offered to the family discretionary fund. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.macalpinefuneralhome.com

Family of the Deceased

John is survived by his brothers, Carl, Gary (Elaine), Rick (Rose), and Randy (Kathy) Collings, a sister-in-law, Sharon A. Collings, stepchildren, Richie and Jill Buchholz with whom he had been living with the last seven years, Wade Witherspoon, Brian (Laura) Witherspoon and Anna Siewert (Mike Siewert). John was very proud to be a “Papa” and had 17 grandchildren, one-great-grandchild and many nieces and nephews.. He was preceded in death by his wife Sharon, parents Roy and Helen Collings, two brothers, Roy II. and William Collings, two sisters, Mary Proctor and Judy Mazure, brother-in-law, Albert Mazure, father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Losetta Radabaugh, sister-in-law Dana Radabaugh, and a step-great grandson.

Biography

John E. Collings, 82, passed away on March 29th, 2026. He was the second son born to the late Roy and Helen (Goretski) Collings of Verona Township. John was a dairy farmer his entire life, retiring in July of 2013 after 51 years working on the family farm. In November of 1993 John married Sharon L. (Radabaugh) Buchholz at the Free Methodist Church in Bad Axe. He and Sharon attended church on a regular basis and both enjoyed singing in the church choir. John was a greeter at the church and thoroughly enjoyed seeing everyone on Sunday morning and handing out candy to the kids entering the church doors. John loved children, no matter how old and who they were, but he especially loved his grandchildren and his nieces and nephews. He was a great talker and would talk to and make friends with everyone. He loved people and brought joy to so many that knew him.

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Ronald Kirsch

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Funeral Mass for Ronald will be Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:30 am, at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church, of the Holy Name of Mary Parish, with Fr. Kevin Wojciechowski officiating. Burial will follow in the Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church Cemetery. Visitation for Ronald will be on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the church, beginning at 9:30 am until time of services at 11:30 am. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church or Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic School. The planting of a tree in his memory would also be fitting. Memories can be shared at www.RamseyFH.com

Family of the Deceased

Ronald is survived by his wife Marlene; children Michael (Kathy) Kirsch of Harbor Beach, Warren (Janet) Kirsch of Harbor Beach, Carolyn (Douglas) Talaski of Palms, Rodney (Becky) Kirsch of Harbor Beach, Monica (Dean) Wolschleger of Riley, and Claudine (Chris) Jamison of Davison. Ronald was a grandfather to Andrew (Angelee) Kirsch, Jolene (James) Wisinski, Jacqueline (Brayden) Sundstrand, Janelle K. Kirsch; Jennifer Achour, James Dondineau, Jesse Dondineau; Trevor (Emily) Talaski, Tyler (Amie) Talaski, Tanessa (Mathew) Ruggles; Jessica (Kevin) Lasceski, Alisha (Nathan) Geiger, Ryan (Brittany) Kirsch; Samantha (Joseph) Gurzick; Amanda (Ryan) Boyd, David Wolschleger and John Jamison. His great-grandchildren: Mariah, Cassidy, Harvey, Jasper, Julian, Viola, Austin, Ben, Maverick, Chase, Maggie, Tiffany, Braden, Bryce, Devin, Taylor, MiKaela, Collins, Layla, Rowan, Elena, Leighton, Joseph Jr., Lachlan, and Sophia with two more on the way. Ronald was preceded in death by his mother Frances Kirsch, an infant son John Kirsch and infant grandchildren Matthew and Tiffany Talaski. Ronald J. Kirsch will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Biography

Ronald J. Kirsch, age 87, of Harbor Beach, a family man and farmer, passed away on March 28, 2026. His life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and love for God, family, and farming. Ronald found great joy in farming—a calling that was more than an occupation; it was his way of life. He especially loved raising livestock and growing crops. Through long days and changing seasons, he worked with care and determination, building not only a livelihood but a legacy rooted in perseverance and respect for his farm. He was extremely proud of the land being in his family for over 100 years and certified as a Centennial Farm. He and his beloved wife of 66 years, Marlene (Essenmacher), were married on August 29, 1959, at Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church. He was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Lake Huron Catholic Church in Harbor Beach. He was also a member of Rapson Sportsmen’s Club, Grindstone/Port Hope Sportsmen’s Club, Harbor Beach Chapter of the Jaycees and the National Farmers Organization. He was named the Michigan State Young Farmer of the year in 1971 by the Michigan Jaycees. Ronald also enjoyed playing euchre with family and friends, a pastime that brought laughter, friendly competition, and countless cherished memories.

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Doris Stimpfel

Funeral Information

Visitation will take place Friday, April 17, 2026 in Novesta Church of Christ from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. with Brad Speirs officiating. Interment has taken place in Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. Memorials may be made to Novesta Church of Christ.

Family of the Deceased

Doris is survived by her children: Tammie Stimpfel of Bay City; Renae (Todd) Sweaney of New River, AZ; Thomas C. (Sloane) Stimpfel of Deford; James E. (Teri) Stimpfel of Cass City; grandchildren: “Bash”, Tristan, and Kyran Robb; Bransen and CarLee Stimpfel; Kate, Kenneth, and Kristin Stimpfel; great-grandson, Jackson D. Soule; siblings: Virgil (Delphine) Peplinski, Marie Maurer, Janet (Ed) Idyle, Shirlee Brownson, Sharon (Barry) Fisher, Karen (Leonard) Maurer. She is preceded in death by her husband of fifty-eight years, Thomas A. Stimpfel.

Biography

Doris T. Stimpfel, 81, of Cass City died peacefully Wednesday, March 25, 2026, in her home. Doris was born January 7, 1945, in Paris Township to Edmund F. and Leona M. (O’Parka) Peplinski. Doris graduated from St. Peter and Paul High School, Ruth, in 1963. For a short time, she worked in Detroit. On August 3, 1964, Doris married her high school sweetheart, US Navy sailor Thomas A. Stimpfel in Newport, R.I. Eventually they returned to Michigan and raised their four children in Cass City. Doris worked at General Cable for twenty seven years before retiring in 2001, when the plant closed. A happy, energetic person, she was a very skilled trap shooter at the Cass City Gun Club and found joy in dancing whether line dancing or belly dancing. Doris loved her family and the many gatherings and bon fires where she made more than enough food for all. Time spent with her sisters always led to fun and crazy adventures. She had a creative mind, always focused on making her house a loving and festive home, especially during the holidays. Doris enjoyed time spent volunteering at Revive and the Octagon Barn, and especially loved spending many hours with her Novesta Church of Christ family, greeting parishioners, making quilts, organizing swap days, and serving luncheons.

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