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Susan F. Treder

ESCANABA — Susan F. Treder, 75, of Escanaba, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Among survivors are her daughter, Jenn Perry. A private family gathering will take place at a later date. A full obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the Treder family.

Timothy Raymond Viau

GLADSTONE — Timothy Raymond Viau, 50, went home to his heavenly Father on Saturday, January 18, 2025, after a valiant battle with glioblastoma. His loving wife, Erin (Beaudo) Viau is listed among the surviving family. A full obituary will be forthcoming. Family will receive friends on Thursday, January 23, from 4 until 7 p.m. at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Vigil Prayers will be led by Rev. Fr. Jamie Ziminski to conclude visiting hours. Mass of Christian burial is scheduled for Friday, January 24 at noon at All Saints Catholic Church in Gladstone. A luncheon will follow ...

Russell J. Wendrick

ESCANABA — Russell J. Wendrick, 93, of Escanaba, passed away Saturday evening, January 18, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Among survivors are his loving wife, Donna. Services will take place on Monday, February 3, at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S 13 St., Escanaba, from 2 until 4 p.m. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home immediately following the visitation with Rev. Ben Ramthum officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Our Savior Lutheran Church, 2401 N. Lincoln Road, Escanaba, MI 49829. A complete obituary will be ...

Robert Graham Meiers, Jr.

RAPID RIVER — Robert Graham Meiers, Jr., affectionately known as Bob, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024. Born and raised in Owosso, Mich., Bob was a beloved husband, father, and friend, whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His family and friends will forever ...

Everett Robinson

GLADSTONE — Everett Robinson, age 85, of Gladstone passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Lakeview Assisted Living in Gladstone. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 22 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Gladstone. Funeral services will be at 6 p.m. with a luncheon to follow in the fellowship hall. The family is being assisted by the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone.

Joseph ‘Buckshot’ Potvin

BARK RIVER — Joseph “Buckshot” Potvin died peacefully on January 16, with his wife, Rose, and children, Marcel, Jenelle, and Lynette by his side. As he drifted away, the sounds of Marcel’s fiddle playing could be heard down the halls of St. Vincent’s Hospital. The Potvin family is ...