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Patricia Ustine

We honor the life of Patricia M. Ustine, who peacefully passed away at the age of 90. A devoted wife, beloved aunt, and lifelong adventurer, Patricia lived her many years with grace, curiosity, and a steadfast spirit. Born on February 14, 1936, in Escanaba, Michigan, to her loving parents Flora and Adolph Sarasin, Patricia grew up in the Upper Peninsula, where she developed the warmth, resilience, and appreciation for the natural world that shaped her life. Patricia shared 69 wonderful years of marriage with her cherished husband, Chuck Ustine. Together, they embraced life’s ...

Gerald Burnham

GLADSTONE — Gerald Gardner Burnham, age 81, of Wetmore, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026 at Lakeview Assisted Living in Gladstone. Gerald (Jerry) was born on September 1, 1944, in Detroit, Michigan, to Gerald and Constance (Cole) Burnham. He graduated from Northville High ...

Ralph Zenker

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. Among survivors include his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Denise (Robert) Vorpagel, and son, Bert (Patricia) Zenker. Visitation will be ...

Albert Feltner

ESCANABA — Albert “Al” Bernard Feltner, 87, of Escanaba, passed away June 1, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Albert was born May 8, 1939 in Marquette, Michigan to the late Alfred ”Bucky” and Christine Feltner. Al left school before graduating to join the labor force. ...

Dewayne Ide

GLADSTONE — The family of Dewayne Ide, who passed away on February 1, 2026 in Grand Rapids invites you to his memorial service at First Lutheran Church in Gladstone, MI on Saturday June 13, 10am visitation, 11am memorial service with lunch to follow. The family will have a interment ceremony with military rites at 2 p.m. on Friday June 12 at Gardens of Rest, Wells, MI In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Escanaba Legion Post 115 or First Lutheran Church in Gladstone, MI

Penny Patz

SHEBOYGAN — Penny Ann Patz, born Penny Ann Farley, grew up in Garden, Michigan. Grounded in the deep roots of her parents, Doris Boudreau and Norval Farley, she developed the joyful spirit and strong values she carried throughout her life. Penny was the beloved wife of Murray Patz, her ...