ESCANABA — Ralph Zenker, 86, of Escanaba, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at his winter home in Fort Myers, Fl with his family at his side. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 64 years, Dorothy; and children, Denise Vorpagel and Bert Zenker. Arrangements at this time are pending. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
ESCANABA — Joan J. Savage, age 92, of Escanaba passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Christian Park Health Care Center in Escanaba. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone.
ESCANABA — David J. Gagne, 57, of Escanaba, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 2, 2026 of natural causes at his home. He was born on January 6, 1968 in Norway, MI, son to Joseph Gagne and Linda K. (Boerschinger) King. David was raised in Schaffer and graduated from Bark River ...
Patricia Ann (Sayklly) DeAgostino passed away at the age of 72 on Saturday, December 27, 2025 following a brief acute illness. Patti suffered for many years from Primary Progressive Multiple Sclerosis, which ultimately led to her being bedbound at home. She was cared for by a stellar cadre of ...
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.
