GLADSTONE — Lawrence Spaulding, age 78, of Gladstone passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Saturday, August 15, 2026. Lawrence was born June 1, 1948 in Powers, Michigan, the son of Edward and Leona (Rushford) Spaulding. He was united in marriage to Shirley Burnard on ...
ESCANABA — Sandra L. Sundquist, age 78, of Escanaba passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin, IL. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone.
ESCANABA — Florence Irene Bessonen, age 87, of Escanaba passed away Thursday, August 13, 2026 at St. Mary's Hospital in Green Bay, WI. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone.
ESCANABA — Sherry E. Dahl, 59, of Escanaba (Ford River Twp.) passed away at her home on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Among survivors include her two sons, Jimmy and Brandon Dahl and siblings, Linda (Dan) Reed, Lisa (Dave Arkens) Bizeau, Robert (Amy) Morin Jr., and Ricky Morin. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
RAPID RIVER — Fred E. Smith, 85, of Rapid River, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Fred is survived by his loving companion of 25 years, Glenda Giffey of Rapid River; and children, Jason (Brooke Poquette) Smit, Amber (Joshua) Herman, and Steven (Katlyn) Smith. The Crawford Funeral Home is assisting the family.
ESCANABA — Mary E. Anderson, 63, of Escanaba, passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at OSF St. Francis Hospital. Among survivors include her son, Michael D. (LeeAnn Thomma) Anderson. Visitation will take place on Saturday, August 22nd from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. with Pastor Sarah Sleeter officiating with dessert and coffee will follow. In accordance with Mary’s wishes, the family kindly requests that no flowers to be sent. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.
