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Robert ‘Bob’ G. Polowski

ESCANABA — Robert “Bob” G. Polowski, 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at his home. Among survivors include his wife, Diane. At this time services are pending. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the Polowski family.

Wilfred J. Savord

HERMANSVILLE — Wilfred J. Savord, 93, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. Among his survivors are his wife of 58 years, Helen. A visitation will take place at St. John Neumann Church, N16150 Maple St. Spalding, MI 49886, from 10 to 11 a.m. CST with a Mass of Christian Burial immediately following at 11 a.m. CST with Rev. Benny Mathew officiating. A luncheon will take place after the mass at St. John Neumann Church. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the Savord family.

Leslie Junior (Ed) Savage

COOKS — Leslie Junior (Ed) Savage, 98, of Cooks, died with his loving family by his side on November 18, 2024. He was born on June 24,1926 at his grandpa’s house in Cooks, to his parents, Leslie and Rose (Reider) Savage. Soon after graduating from high school, Leslie joined the Navy and ...

Arthur ‘Art’ J. Kaliszewski

RAPID RIVER — Arthur “Art” J. Kaliszewski, 80, of Rapid River, passed away peacefully with his wife and family by his side on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at his home. Art was born on September 11, 1944, in Bad Axe, Michigan, the son of Leo T. and Eleanor (LaBuhn) Kaliszewski. Art worked as a millwright with the Local 324 Operating Engineers Union for 50 years. Art enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially trout and ice fishing. He was a member of the U.P. Whitetails Association. He was an outdoorsman who loved gardening and going to camp. Most importantly, Art loved spending time ...

Daniel J. Arts Sr.

ESCANABA — Daniel J. Arts Sr., 84, of Escanaba, passed away Friday, November 22, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Survivors include his wife, Marlis. Visitation will take place at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S 13th St., Escanaba, MI 49829, on Tuesday November 26, 2024 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. A funeral service will immediately follow with Rev. Jamie Ziminski officiating. Burial will take place at Fernwood Cemetery. A full obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the Arts family.

Cindy Blahnik (Miller)

GLADSTONE — Daughter. Sister. Wife. Mother. Teacher. Friend. Grandmother. Cindy Blahnik (Miller), who was all those things and more to so many, passed peacefully with her family by her side on November 16, 2024. Born on December 6, 1950, Cindy embarked on a life that would be full of ...