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Donna Estelle Grondine

ESCANABA — Donna Estelle Grondine, 91, of Escanaba, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026. Donna was the eldest daughter of Iva and Bill Courier. From an early age, she had a caring heart and a natural instinct to look after others. She was always ready to lend a helping hand, offer a ...

Francis H. Shepeck

GLADSTONE — Francis “Frank” Harold Shepeck, age 66, of Gladstone, passed away following a courageous battle with esophageal cancer on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba. Frank was born on August 4, 1960, in Escanaba, Michigan, the son of Frank and Audrey ...

Duane Williams

WELLS — Duane "Dewey" Williams, age 77, of Wells passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at U.P. Health Systems- Marquette. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Anderson Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone. 

Tracy A. Leitow

ESCANABA — Tracy Alan Leitow, 46 of Escanaba, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 following some health issues. Tracy is survived by his wife, Amy; parents, Dave and Renee Leitow; seven children including David and Brandon Leitow; and stepdaughter, April King. In keeping with the family’s wishes, no services will be held. The Crawford Funeral Homes are assisting the family.

David Corrigan

ESCANABA — David Corrigan, age 65, of Escanaba, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Murray's Countryview in Gladstone. His loving wife Sherry Corrigan is listed among the surviving family. A full obituary will be forthcoming. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Corrigan family. 

Sandra L. Verbrigghe

ESCANABA — Sandra L. Verbrigghe, age 80, of Escanaba, passed away peacefully at the Christian Park Healthcare Center on Sept. 7, 2026. Sandra was born on June 23, 1946 in Escanaba, Michigan, to John and Ella (Wunder) Stasewich. She was a graduate of Escanaba High School. Her home was ...