Douglas Arthur Matz
Mar 23, 2026
Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of his family and Henry Ford Hospice on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Ellen (Lacinski); two children, Justin (Tina) Matz and Emily (Jim) Prus; grandchildren, Liam and Aedan Matz and Caleb and Cierra Prus; brother, Gary (Bernadette); several...
Michael Joseph Hughes
Mar 16, 2026
Age 77, passed away on March 16, 2026, in Montana, while being deeply cared for by his daughters. Born August 6, 1948, in Rock Island, Illinois, to Elene “Joy” and James Leo Hughes II, he was one of fifteen children in a large and close-knit Irish family, where a deep sense of loyalty and connection to one another was instilled...
Kathleen "Katie" Marie McLogan
Mar 12, 2026
Age 48, of Battle Creek, Michigan, was called home by God to eternal rest on March 12, 2026. She was born on May 28, 1977, in Coldwater, Michigan. Katie lived a life defined by resilience, compassion, faith, and a deep commitment to helping others.
Katie graduated from Jackson High School in 1995. She continued her education at Michigan State University, earning...
Patricia "Patti" Denise Benner
Mar 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce Patricia Denise Benner, age 75 of Horton, MI passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. Pat lived a life filled with compassion, dedication, and an unwavering love for her family, friends, and all living creatures.
Born on 11/25/1950 in Jackson, MI she was the beloved daughter of Tom and Barb Engel. Patti was...
Jacquelyn Mae VanDusen
Mar 11, 2026
Jacquelyn Mae VanDusen, 95, of Jackson, MI, died surrounded by her family on March 11, 2026.
She was born in Jackson in 1930 to Levi and Dorothy Bell. Jackie graduated from Jackson High.
Jackie is survived by her son Jeff (Christine), grandchildren Colleen (Justin) Foster, Rebbecca (Christopher) Schiffman, Kayla, Ryan (Allison), and 10 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by parents,...
Judy Kathryn Lefere
Mar 10, 2026
Judy Kathryn Lefere passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born and raised in Jackson, Michigan, Judy was a graduate of St. John's High School, where she met her soul mate, Al Lefere. The two were married on August 25, 1962, beginning a lifelong partnership filled with love, laughter, and devotion.
Judy was a loving mother...
Doctor Martin Snell Holmes
Mar 8, 2026
Born February 26, 1943, passed March 8, 2026. He was born in Watertown NY, and was preceded in death by his parents, Douglas Snell Holmes, and Dorothea Christina Yanhcke. Doctor Holmes left his impact in many places with many people. He spent almost 30 years serving the greater Albion community as a family MD, and to most, that would be...
Pauline Paquette
Mar 8, 2026
Of Jackson, passed away on March 8, 2026 at the age of 87 years. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, Mark; two daughters, Denise Paquette (Wayne Swick) and Deena (Art) Riske; granddaughter, Rebekah (Andres) Garcia; grandson, Anthony Riske (Jennifer Smith); great-grandchildren, Solaman, Elliot, Bennet, and Oliver; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by...
Roger Darin Stensaker
Mar 3, 2026
Roger Darin Stensaker, 53, passed away on March 3, 2026 in Jackson, Michigan. He was born on December 13, 1972, in Williston, North Dakota to Roger and Sharon Stensaker.
Roger was raised in Williston, where his love of sports began at an early age. Baseball was a lifelong passion, both playing and watching the game. He was a devoted fan of...
Carol Ann Lefere
Feb 27, 2026
Carol passed on Friday, February 27, 2026 due to pneumonia-induced dementia, which she was troubled with the past two years. She was the solid rock in her 62 year marriage to Gerald Lefere, serving as the most encouraging and generous golf widow that Jackson has ever seen.
She was born in North Adams, Michigan to her parents Gerald and Birdell Roberts...
Juan "John" Jacobs
Feb 26, 2026
Juan “John” Jacobs, age 92, of Jackson, Michigan went home to be with his Heavenly Father on February 26, 2026. He was born June 9, 1933 in Jackson Michigan. John is survived by his sons John Jacobs and Mike (Laura) Jacobs; grandchildren Stephanie (Evan) Schiro, Kaily (Joshua) Thomas, Miguel Rodriguez III, Alex Rodriguez and Olivia Rodriguez; great-grandchildren Jacoby, Liliana, Mariela,...
Kevin "Kip" Mark Sullivan
Feb 24, 2026
Sullivan. Kevin M. "Kip”
Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of his family and the staff at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at the age of 71 years. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Nora Lee: two children. Aaron Broomfield and Andrew Broomfield; brothers and sisters, Theresa (Eric) Fuller, Christopher...
Douglas Lee Burdick
Feb 21, 2026
Douglas Lee Burdick of Jackson, Michigan passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026 at the age of 89 years. He was the son of Ernest and Evelyn Burdick. Douglas is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Janet L Burdick; two children David Burdick (Lisa), Lisa Michner (Andy), five grandchildren Noelle Smith (Logan), Sarah Michner, Rachel Williams (Cade), Calvin...
Thomas Gene Mietelka
Feb 21, 2026
Thomas Gene Mietelka of Rives Junction, Michigan passed away on February 21, 2026 at the age of 75.
He is survived by his daughter Tracy Mietelka, grandchildren Torian Mietelka, Nathan Palmer Jr. and Wade Palmer. Also survived are his brothers, James Mietelka and Jerry (Trudy) Mietelka along with many close nieces, nephews, and their children and families.
He was preceded in death...
John De Los Santos
Feb 21, 2026
De Los Santos, John
Of Jackson, Michigan achieved eternal peace on February 21, 2026 following a prolonged illness. He was born on August 18, 1947 in Reynosa Mexico to parents Elvira and Juan De Los Santos.
John was known for his quick witted humor and unwavering kindness and deep love of his family. He was proudly called to serve his country in...
Monica Rose Maher
Feb 20, 2026
Maher, Monica Rose
Of Jackson, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 at the age of 94 years under the loving care of her family and the staff at Cascade Senior Care Center.
She is survived by her children, Christine Rainey (Dean Jr.), Dr. James J. Maher (Deborah Rainey), and Erin Bushinski (Mark); son-in-law, Greg McKenzie; grandchildren, Meghan Bushinski, Erica Lesiewicz, Dane...
Mary Talton
Feb 18, 2026
Formerly of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Wednesday February 18, 2026 in Grand Haven, Michigan. She retired from Jackson Public Schools as a Bus driver then grounds keeper.
She enjoyed camping, traveling, fishing, taking charter boat tours, occasional trips to the casino, listening to karaoke with her good friends in Meadowlark campground.
Mary leaves behind her children; Ralph LaFond, Dennis LaFond, Don...
Mary V. Jean (Neal)
Feb 17, 2026
Of Jackson, formerly of Lansing, passed away under the loving care of her family and the staff at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 79 years. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ronald Jean Jr; son, Ronald (Julie) Jean II; grandchildren, Ron, Mary, and Tayin; seven brothers and sisters,...
Richard Arthur Rice
Feb 15, 2026
Richard Arthur Rice of Jackson, age 78, passed away on February 15, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. Rick was born on February 8, 1948, to Charles and Dorothy Rice. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda, and by his parents, in-laws Josey and Barbara Bany, and his brother-in-law, Bill Hughes. He is survived by his...
Mary Lynne Duffy
Feb 15, 2026
Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of her family on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the age of 77 years. She is survived by her sister, Jeanne Duffy Holda; brother, Danny Duffy; special cousins, JoAnn Corcoran, Joette Young, Janet McGill, and Margie Heavy; nieces and nephews, Steve Holda (Tina Ryan), Scott Holda (Gaili), Marcie Holda Shoemaker (Bud), Brian...
