Alex Roy Sagataw, 45, of Wilson, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Among survivors include his parents, Levi (Karen) Sagataw and Debra Little. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
David J. Gagne, 57, of Escanaba, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 2, 2026 of natural causes at his home. He is survived by his wife, Amy Gagne of Escanaba; children, Tyler (Shelby) Gagne, Tanner (Aubrey) Gagne, Alexis (Kyle) Broeders, Evin (Kendra) Gagne, and Noah Gagne; and father, Joseph (Kathleen) Gagne. Visitation will be on Tuesday, January 6th from 3 – 4 p.m. at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S. 13th St., Escanaba and will conclude with a prayer at 4 p.m. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
Thomas (Tom) Paul Clark, son of Antone and Elsie Clark of Hyde, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri. While Tom enjoyed many things, he especially loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his daughter, Brandy (Roy IV) Deslatte of Hyde. His ...
Barbara Jean Hodgins, 89, formerly of Escanaba, passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Pinecrest Medical Care Facility in Powers. Among survivors include her four children, Tony (Nancy) Sheski, Patti Pierce, John (Tammie) Sheski, and Peggy (Scott) Lidgard. Visitation will be on Friday, January 9th from 1 – 3 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Bark River. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 3 p.m. with Rev. Vinoy Thomas Panthilapadam and Rev. Darryl Pepin concelebrating. A meal will follow in the church hall. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The ...
MANISTIQUE — David P. Slining, longtime Manistique resident, passed away on December 30, 2025. The family is planning a small burial service in the Summer of 2026 at the family plot in Fernwood cemetery in Gladstone, MI. If you wish to honor David and let his legacy of love for animals live on you can direct a donation to Eva Burrell Animal Shelter, 6091W US Highway 2, Manistique, Michigan, 49854. The Skradski Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the family with arrangements.
DETROIT — David J. Johnson, age 74, of Detroit, passed away on December 30, 2025 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. A full obituary will be forthcoming. A service will take place at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone at a later date. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Johnson family.
