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Honorable Robert J. ‘R.J.’ ‘Bob’ DeGrand

GLADSTONE — Honorable Robert J. “R.J.” “Bob” DeGrand, 80, of Gladstone, passed away at his home on Friday, September 6, 2024. Robert was born on October 4, 1943, son of Raymond “Shorty” and Mary (Blomstrom) DeGrand. He graduated from Holy Name High School in 1961. He then ...

Joseph E. Frappier

ESCANABA — Joseph E. Frappier passed away August 22, 2024 at Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center. He was born in Escanaba, Michigan on March 2,1942 to the late Vivian (nee Powers) and Telesphore Frappier. He honorably served in the Navy during the Vietnam War as a radio operator aboard the ...

Ann J. Farley

ESCANABA — Ann J. Farley, age 93, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024. Ann was united in marriage to William E. Farley on September 4, 1954 and together they shared many years of happiness until his passing in August of 2023. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Farley family.

Barbara Hauser

ALAMEDA, Cali. — Barbara Hauser, 83, former Escanaba resident, passed away peacefully in her home in Alameda, Calif. on July 23, 2024. Barbara was born on June 9, 1941 in Queens, New York, to Dr. Joseph and Adele Detrano. She earned a bachelor of science degree in biology from Trinity ...

Mark K. Javenkoski

ESCANABA — Mark K. Javenkoski, age 66, of Escanaba passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 in Escanaba. He was born October 15, 1957 in Milwaukee, Wis. and was the son of Carl and Lorna (Felsinger) Javenkoski. Graveside funeral services for Mark K. Javenkoski will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, September 10, at Lakewood Cemetery in Stonington with Pastor Jay Gilchrist officiating. Burial will take place following the services. The Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone are assisting the Javenkoski family with the arrangements and online condolences can be sent to the family at ...

Honorable Robert J. DeGrand

GLADSTONE — Honorable Robert J. DeGrand, 80, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully Friday morning, September 6, 2024 at his home with his wife, Valerie at his side. Arrangements at this time are pending. A complete obituary will be forthcoming. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.