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Janice A. Wandahsega

WILSON - Janice “Jan” A. Wandahsega, 76, of Wilson, passed away on Tuesday, January 13 at her home. Among survivors include her daughters, Janna and Janelle. Visitation will take place on Thursday, January 15th beginning at 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) at the Hannahville Community Center. The funeral service will follow on Friday, January 16th at 10:00 a.m. with the burial to take place in the Hannahville Cemetery at noon. The Crawford Funeral Home are assisting the Wandahsega family.

David Wencl

POWERS - David Wencl, 38, of Powers, born November 1, 1987, was called home to Jesus on December 25, 2025. Among survivors include his mother, Kim Spawn and grandmother (second mom), Marilyn Wencl. Visitation will be on Saturday, January 17th from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. (Central Time) at St. John Neumann Church in Spalding. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. (Central Time) with Rev. Benny Mathew officiating. A meal will follow in the church hall. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family with arrangements.

George Noel

ESCANABA - George “Bud” Noel, 95, of Escanaba, passed away at home on Monday, January 12, 2026 surrounded by his family. George was born on June 5, 1930 in Escanaba, son of Lester and Elda (Nephew) Noel. He was raised in Wells and attended Escanaba High School. After high school, ...

Annette L. Vanlerberghe

ESCANABA - Annette L. Vanlerberghe, a lifelong resident of Escanaba, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on October 5, 1956, Annette spent her entire life in the community she loved, surrounded by familiar places and people who cherished ...

Daniel C. Berg

DOWAGIAC - Daniel (Dan) C. Berg, age 70, of Dowagiac, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, January 1, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on May 26, 1955, in Escanaba, Michigan, the son of Arnold and Bernice (Mattson) Berg. Dan grew up in Rapid ...

Daniel Lee Demeuse

ESCANABA - Daniel Lee Demeuse, 79, of Escanaba, passed away on Sunday evening, January 11, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. He was born on August 19, 1946 in Perkins, the son of Albert and Alena (Alko) Demeuse. He was raised in Perkins and graduated from Perkins High School. On September ...