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Robert G. Meiers Jr.

NAHMA, Mich. — Robert G. Meiers Jr., age 78, of Nahma, formerly of Owosso, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, November 1, 2024 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Bob’s loving wife, Laura Meiers is listed among the surviving family. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Meiers family.

Richard F. Harris

WILSON — Richard F. Harris of Wilson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 in Appleton, Wisconsin at the age of 85. Richard was born in Spalding, Michigan to Roy and Lilly Harris and raised in the Power/Spalding area, where he helped out at his family’s service ...

Philip J. Dubord

GLADSTONE — Philip J. Dubord, 96, of Gladstone, passed away on Friday evening, November 1, 2024 at Bishop Noa Home in Escanaba. Listed among survivors are his three sons, Kevin, Allen, and Todd Dubord. At this time, services are pending. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.

David Herbst

ESCANABA — David Herbst, age 84, of Escanaba passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Pinecrest Medical Care Facility in Powers. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone. 

Francine K. Baker

GULLIVER — Francine K. Baker, age 70, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at her home. Fran was born April 1, 1954 in Manistique, Mich., the daughter of Charles and Jennie (Winters) Tracy. She attended and graduated from Manistique Area Schools and furthered her education at Bay de ...

Mary Helen Valencic

DETROIT — With family at her side, Mary Helen Valencic passed away on October 30 at the age of 71 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Beloved mother to Erin (Michael) Sudrovech and Jill (Brandon) Gregory, grandma to Brody and Avenne, and sister to Lori (Bill) Valencic and Larry (Susan) ...