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Charles Floyd Avery

Charles Floyd Avery

Sep 23, 2026

Charles Floyd Avery of Jackson, Michigan passed away on September 23, 2026 at the age of 85 years old.

He is survived by one sister, Sandra (Steve) Muckler; sons, Steven Avery (Diane Pendall) of Lansing and Shawn (Heather) Avery of Jackson; one daughter, Sara Avery of Jackson; grandchildren, Shawn Avery Jr (Natalie Rose), Jaycob Avery, Madison Avery, Raegan Avery, Rylie Avery;...

Roger J. Gleeson

Roger J. Gleeson

Sep 20, 2026

Roger J. Gleeson of Jackson, Michigan passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of dedication to his family, his faith, and his community.

Roger was born February 23,1931 in Quebec, Canada, to Victor and Yvonne (Cousineau) Gleeson and grew up in Detroit, Michigan in a French-Canadian household. He proudly served his country as a member of...

Paul F. Yost

Paul F. Yost

Sep 19, 2026

 Paul F. Yost of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the age of 83 years. He is survived by his daughter, Julie (Jason) Mulcahy; grandsons, Brendan (Emily) and Colin; and brother, Barney (Joyce) Yost. He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Veronica “Roni” Yost.

Paul was a Veteran of the United States Army. He...

Richard Roland Blanchard

Richard Roland Blanchard

Sep 9, 2026

On September 9, 2026, Richard Roland Blanchard peacefully passed from this life into eternity, at home in the presence of family members who live in Jackson, MI.

Richard is survived by his older brother, Raymond Blanchard of Athol, MA, his daughter, Patrice Julienne (Blanchard) Benard of South Carolina, her children, Michael, Sara, David, Steven; his son, Matthew James Blanchard of Las...

Joshua Lee “Yoshi” “Jobahu” Renfer

Joshua Lee “Yoshi” “Jobahu” Renfer

Aug 31, 2026

Joshua Lee “Yoshi” “Jobahu” Renfer, 35, died on August 31, 2026, in Jackson, Michigan. Born on May 3, 1991, in Jackson, he spent his life connected to the place where he was born and to the people who knew him there.

Josh was known as an avid gamer and a dedicated Magic the Gathering card player. He enjoyed traveling, nature walks,...

Mary Ann Ziegler

Mary Ann Ziegler

Aug 31, 2026

Mary Ann Ziegler of Jackson, passed away at home on Monday, August 31, 2026 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by three daughters, Cynthia Gorman, Catherine Smith and Susan (Tom) Zenz; grandchildren, Charlene (Doug), Dana (Scott), Daniel (Lindsay), Shauna (Tim), Kyle (Cadee), Ryan (Deven), Jaclene, and Jorge (Jamie); great-grandchildren, Daniel, Wesley, Wyatt, Bella, Wade, Breckin, Luka, Eden,...

Drew Nathaniel Laughlin

Drew Nathaniel Laughlin

Aug 26, 2026

Drew Nathaniel Laughlin of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at the age of 38 years.

Drew was born on October 5, 1987 and graduated from Lumen Christi High School in 2006. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was an MMI Universal Motorcycle Mechanic.

He is survived by his parents, Daniel and Mary Laughlin and Lori and...

Patsy Ann Ellis

Patsy Ann Ellis

Aug 20, 2026

Patsy Ann Ellis of Jackson, Michigan passed away on August 20, 2026 at the age of 91 years. She was born July 2, 1935 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to parents, Albert and Frances Lewis.

Patsy attended primary school in Jackson Public Schools and she graduated from Jackson High School. Patsy then attended Spring Arbor University and obtained her Bachelor’s Degree and...

Glenis Lee Berry

Glenis Lee Berry

Aug 16, 2026

Glenis Lee Berry of Michigan Center, passed away at home on Sunday, August 16, 2026 at the age of 83 years. She is survived by her three children, Victoria Valdez-Aberle, Thomas Valdez, and Annette M. Valdez; grandchildren, Nicole Valdez and Todd Ryall; and her sister, Marcia Caler. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Gladys Miller and...

Joan L. "Jo" Dumbauld (Muck)

Joan L. "Jo" Dumbauld (Muck)

Aug 14, 2026

Joan L. “Jo” Dumbauld (Muck) of Jackson, passed away at home under the loving care of her husband and family on Friday, August 14, 2026 at the age of 91 years. She is survived by her husband of 72 years, James; two daughters, Connie (Martin) Lefere and Tina Comperchio; son, Randy Dumbauld; grandchildren, Michael, Nathan, Collin, Brenna, James, Michael, Katelyn,...

James Reasoner

James Reasoner

Aug 13, 2026

James Reasoner, beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and educator passed away on August 13, 2026 at the age of 85 surrounded by his family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Aileen (Matthews) Reasoner and 4 children, Mark (Maureen) Reasoner, Cheryl (Mike) O’Neill, Sandra (Pat) Haynes and Stephen (Aimee) Reasoner. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren:...

Kevin K. Roberts

Kevin K. Roberts

Aug 12, 2026

Kevin K. Roberts of Jackson passed away at home as he wished, on August 12, 2026, at the age of 70 years.

He is survived by his four sisters: Beverly Dice, Barbara Roberts, Marsha Roberts, and Cindy (Kent) Slete; two nephews, Bruce (Cheryl) Roberts, Dale (Tina) Roberts; two nieces, Heidi Roberts and Leslie (Mike) Czubko; numerous great nieces and nephews; life-long...

Genevieve J. Cronkhite (Klavon)

Genevieve J. Cronkhite (Klavon)

Aug 11, 2026

Genevieve J. Cronkhite (Klavon) of Jackson, passed away on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 age 93 years. She is survived by three children, Catherine (Dennis) La Forest, Susan (Kim) Richardson and David (Traci) Cronkhite; seven grandchildren, Lisa, Teri, Jennifer, Katie, Sara, Kyle and Riann Traci; great grandchildren, Austin, Gunner, Aiden, Taylor, Ryan, and Audrey; great great grandson, Liam; sister, Eleanor Bucrek,...

Judith Ann Walz

Judith Ann Walz

Aug 3, 2026

Judith Ann Walz, age 92, passed away peacefully in her own bed, surrounded by the love of her family, on August 3, 2026, in Jackson, Michigan.

Judy was born on August 24, 1933, in Battle Creek, Michigan. Her family later moved to Jackson, where she graduated from Jackson High School. She continued her education at the University of Michigan School of...

Mary Lou and William Lowe

Mary Lou and William Lowe

Aug 1, 2026

 Lowe, Mary Lou and William

Of Jackson passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Mary Lou was born and raised in Jackson by Marion and Patrick McDonald. She is survived by her children, Ryan and Elizabeth, grandchildren Alexander and Issabella, and siblings, Eileen, Frank, P.J., Larry, Midgie and Mike. She attended St. Mary's Star of the Sea Elementary School and later...

Dorothy Ann Powers

Dorothy Ann Powers

Jul 31, 2026

With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the passing of Dorothy Ann Powers, 85, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, educator and friend.

For 63 wonderful years, she shared a beautiful marriage with her devoted husband, Jim, building a life centered on faith, love, hard work, laughter and family. She was a loving mother to her...

David "Dave" Ray Babcock

David "Dave" Ray Babcock

Jul 30, 2026

Dave journeyed to his Heavenly Home on Thursday, July 30, 2026, with family at his side. He was born August 13, 1957, in Jackson to Dale and Irene (Doering) Babcock. He is survived by his loving wife Julie (Gier) Babcock, who in September would have celebrated 40 years of marriage. His life was blessed with his beautiful children Dale (Samantha)...

Theodore "Ted" John Powers

Theodore "Ted" John Powers

Jul 26, 2026

Theodore John “Ted” Powers of Eaton Rapids (formerly of Jackson), passed away under the loving care of his family and friends on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at the age of 74 years. He is survived by his daughter, Rachel (Jimmy) Warner and their children: Gavin (Allison), Mya, Cooper, Josie, Bodhi, and Riplee; great granddaughter, Hendryx; brothers: Tim (Sue), Todd (Karen),...

Danny M. Nowak

Danny M. Nowak

Jul 21, 2026

Nowak, Danny M.

0f Jackson passed away suddenly due to natural causes on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 age 76 years. He is survived by his nephew Troy Mault; cousins Barbara Kulas, Christine Wheeler, Vangie Todd, Tom Rojek and Mary Ann Robinson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stella and Edward Nowak, brother Larry Nowak and niece Melisa Mault. Danny...

John Rene Verbecken

John Rene Verbecken

Jul 14, 2026

John Rene Verbecken age 84, a beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 14, 2026 in the comfort of his home in Jackson, Michigan surrounded by his family. He was born January 13, 1942 in Grass Lake, Michigan. John's life was a testament to love, family, and laughter.

John spent his years a draftsman for Consumers Power...

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