Obituaries

Obituary: William Jene Martinez

Obituary: William Jene Martinez

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20242 min read

William Jene Martinez, a man of analytical mind and adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on November 14, 1956, in Fairbanks, Alaska, to Nestor and Wilma (Spencer) Martinez. William’s life was…

Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Robert Miller

Obituary: Daniel “Danny” Robert Miller

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20243 min read

Photo: ©2014 Isaac Hernandez Daniel “Danny” Robert Miller, was born March 18, 1960, in Allegan, Michigan to the late C. Eugene and Betty Miller. Growing up, Danny enjoyed playing outdoors, skiing, and wrestling. He earned a black belt club ranking…

Obituary: Jody Lynn Peters

Obituary: Jody Lynn Peters

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20242 min read

Jody Lynn Peters, 60, of Allegan, MI passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at her home. Born December 24, 1963 in Allegan, she was the daughter of the late Walter D. and Normadien W. (May) Grauman and was the wife…

Obituary: Mr. John C. Howell

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20242 min read

Mr. John C. Howell, Jr., 76 of Lafayette, AL passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 1:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Public…

Obituary: Mr. William C. Felton

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20242 min read

Mr. William C. Felton, 68 of Auburn, AL passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024.Public Visitation will be held on Friday, February 16, 2024 from 1:00 PM CST until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL.Mr. Felton…

Obituary: Mr. Charlie Joe Staples

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20241 min read

Mr. Charlie Joe Staples, 69, of Alexander City (formerly of Randolph County) died Friday, February 9, 2024, at Princeton Baptist Medical Center, Birmingham. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Wadley at 1:00…

Obituary: Duncan Erric Newcomb

Jordan WilcoxFeb 21, 20242 min read

Duncan Erric Newcomb, 59, of Bangor, passed away peacefully, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at home. He was born Jan. 27, 1964, in Kalamazoo, the son of Lloyd Newcomb and Velma (Spangler) Newcomb.Duncan loved to watch and play sports; his favorite…

Obituary: Brenda Lee Miller

Obituary: Brenda Lee Miller

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20241 min read

Brenda Lee Miller, 78, of Saugatuck passed away peacefully on Jan. 30, 2024.Brenda was born in Cheshire, Conn., on May 9, 1945. She graduated from Cheshire High School and received her bachelor’s degree from Northern Illinois University.Brenda was an interior…

Obituary: Ms. Diane F. McCulloh

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20242 min read

Ms. Diane F. McCulloh, 66 of Valley, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at East Alabama Medical Center, Opelika.Public Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 from 12:00 PM CST until 5:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer…

Obituary: Mr. Peter E. Gunn

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20241 min read

Mr. Peter E. Gunn, 61 passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024.There will be no public visitation.Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 9, 2024, 9:00 AM CST at Silmon – Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel, Lafayette, AL. Apostle LeeRoy…

Obituary: Mr. Kenji Jones

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20242 min read

Mr. Kenji Jones, 34 of Valley, AL passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at East Alabama Medical Center, Valley.Public Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2024 from 2:00 PM EST until 6:00 PM EST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral…

Obituary: Major George L. Boyle

Obituary: Major George L. Boyle

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20243 min read

(Ret) 1932 – 2024 Visitation will be at Langley Funeral Home on Friday, February 9, 2024, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A burial will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.George L. Boyle, a decorated Air…

Obituary: Gregory A. Banfield

Obituary: Gregory A. Banfield

Jordan WilcoxFeb 14, 20242 min read

Mattawan Age 60, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Greg was born in Oxnard, California on May 20, 1963, the son of the late Robert and Nancy (Roose) Banfield. He was a 1981 graduate of Portage Central High School…

Obituary: Paula Marie Coomer

Obituary: Paula Marie Coomer

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20242 min read

Paula Marie Coomer, age 75 of Mendon died unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. She was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on January 28, 1949 the daughter of Gerald R. and Ellamaree (Maxim) Meyer. She attended Centreville Schols, where she…

Obituary: Christina Lynn Ruple

Obituary: Christina Lynn Ruple

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20241 min read

Christina Lynn Ruple, 47, of Sturgis, passed away on Feb. 2, at Borgess Hospital.Christing was born at Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo MI on Nov. 19, 1976, to Debra (Staffer) and Martin Ruple. She had 1 brother, Corey Ruple. She…

Obituary: Oscar Dean Luther

Obituary: Oscar Dean Luther

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20243 min read

Oscar Dean Luther, age 100, of Newburgh, IN, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.Oscar was born October 10, 1923, in Johnstown, PA, to John D. and Nellie A. (Mader) Luther. He graduated from Three Rivers High…

Obituary: Mrs. Carol Ann Mack

Obituary: Mrs. Carol Ann Mack

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20242 min read

Mrs. Carol Ann Mack, 87 of Lewiston, Michigan died peacefully on February 4, 2024, at Pioneer Golden Estates Assisted Living in Clare. She was born on November 13, 1936, in Janseville, Wisconsin to the late Hollister and Florence (Connell) Rice.…

Obituary: Franklin Earl England

Obituary: Franklin Earl England

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20242 min read

Franklin Earl England age 81 of Marion passed away at Munson Healthcare-Cadillac Hospital on December 19, 2023. Frank was born on April 12, 1942 in Marion to Frank E. and Mary I. (Obrian) England. He married Grace Booms on June…

Obituary: Barbara Gibis

Obituary: Barbara Gibis

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20242 min read

Barbara Gibis, age 91 of Clare, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at home. Barbara was born the daughter of Roy and Grace (Blossingham) Beck on January 11, 1933 in Detroit. She moved to Farwell where she attended school…

Obituary: Dale J. Meister

Obituary: Dale J. Meister

Jordan WilcoxFeb 9, 20243 min read

Dale J. Meister, age 59, of Farwell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 4, 1964, to Keith and Della Meister. In 1982, he graduated from Grand Ledge…