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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...

Gay Marie Flores

Gay Marie Flores

Jul 13, 2026

Gay Marie Flores of Jackson, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 13, 2026 at the “eternal age of 29.” She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, Ezequiel; her twin daughters, Socorro Flores and Corazon (Christopher) Tippens; Maria (Jim) Krohl, and Ezequiel Flores Jr.; grandchildren, Emrys, Viktor, Aiden, Sawyer, Elliott, Finnley, Ethan, Isabella, and Allie; siblings, Mary (Vic)...

John Walter Skeen

John Walter Skeen

Jul 12, 2026

John Walter Skeen, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on September 22, 1933, to Charles Dana Skeen and Dorothea Jones Skeen, he was raised on a farm in Wheeler Township, Gratiot County. He attended country school north of Wheeler, Michigan, and later nearby Breckenridge Schools, where he proudly served...

Larry L. Nau

Larry L. Nau

Jul 12, 2026

Larry L. Nau, age 74, passed away of natural causes on July 12, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1952, in Jackson, Michigan to Leo and Bonnie Nau. He graduated from Northwest High School in 1970.

Larry is survived by his sons, Scott (Doris) Nau and Chuck Nau; his grandchildren, Rachel, Elijah, Cecilia, and Brandan (Bree); and his great-grandchildren, Ryleigh...

William “Bill” Kirchmeier III

William “Bill” Kirchmeier III

Jul 9, 2026

William Kirchmeier III of Jackson, MI passed away on July 9th at the age of 60 years. He is survived by Cheryl Kirchmeier (Wife of 31 years), Kyle, Josh, Cassie and Chloe Kirchmeier (Children), Ann Kirchmeier (Mother), Greg (Patty) Kirchmeier (Brother), Lisa Kirchmeier (Sister), cherished in-laws Don, Craig (Deb), and Dave (Lisa) Rhodes, his beloved nieces and nephews Wendy (Abhinav)...

James Franklin Bryan

James Franklin Bryan

Jul 9, 2026

James Franklin Bryan, 77, of Jackson Michigan passed away on July 9th, 2026 at the University of Michigan Medical Center. As a lifelong Michigan State fan, we are sure this upset him. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Susan and his two daughters Whitney and Lauren. As well as his siblings Sheila Sisk, Cindy Hammond, Diane (Patrick) Hill, David...

Deacon/Dr. Albert George Krieger

Deacon/Dr. Albert George Krieger

Jul 7, 2026

Deacon/Dr Albert George Krieger

Of Jackson, passed from this life on July 7, 2026. He was born in Chicago on December 30, 1932. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers and his beloved wife Margaret. Surviving him are his children, Sharie (James) Douglas of Jackson and Margaret (Mark) Brewster of Roscommon, MI.; Grandson, Andrew (Jordan) O'Neil with Great-Grandsons Hudson...

Alice A. Adams

Alice A. Adams

Jul 4, 2026

Alice A. Adams, born June 19, 1931, passed away peacefully at her home on July 4, 2026, just after reaching her 95th birthday.

Alice was born in Lafayette, Indiana, to Joseph and Helena Conley, and moved to Jackson, Michigan, in 1943. She retired after more than 40 years of service as a secretary at the Protection Center. Alice was also a...

Stanley Gerard Drewno

Stanley Gerard Drewno

Jul 3, 2026

Stanley Gerard Drewno of Brooklyn, Michigan, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026 at the age of 76.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jill Drewno; his brother, Mark (Denise) Drewno; niece, Devin (Elias) Jamoua; nephews, Dylan (Hayley) Drewno, Chad (Julie) Smith, and Clint Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Irene Drewno; and his sister,...

Robert Sherwin

Robert Sherwin

Jul 1, 2026

Robert David Sherwin was born November 14, 1934 in Ferndale, Michigan to Harry Wesley Sherwin and Dora M. Sherwin (Long). He passed away at Henry Ford Hospital in Jackson at the age of 92 on July 1st, 2026.

He graduated from Lincoln High School in Ferndale in 1952. After he graduated, he attended Big Beaver's Flying School between 1955 to 1957 then...

Michael Moran

Michael Moran

Jun 30, 2026

Michael J. Moran of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of Vista Grande Villa and his family on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Mike celebrated a joyous 90th birthday on February 15th sporting an official Red Wings jersey surrounded by family and friends.

Mike graduated from St. John’s High School in 1954. He was a Navy veteran. He married Lois Moran...

John "Pete" F. Powers

John "Pete" F. Powers

Jun 29, 2026

John F. “Pete” Powers passed away on June 29, 2026 at Glacier Hills Senior Living Community in Ann Arbor. John Francis Powers better known as Pete was born October 9, 1948 to James and Ruth Powers in Jackson, Michigan. He was an amazing husband, dad, grandpa, brother and friend.

He is survived by his sons Marty (Bridget) and Dan (Erica); grandchildren:...

Hope Flores

Hope Flores

Jun 24, 2026

Hope Flores Jackson, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 under the loving care of her family and the staff at Legacy Assisted Living at the age of 97 years. She is survived by her two brothers, Emmanuel Morales of Jackson and Richard (Sharon) Morales of Rochester, New York, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death...

Thomas "Gus" Dwyer

Thomas "Gus" Dwyer

Jun 21, 2026

Thomas “Gus” Dwyer passed away on June 21, 2026. Tom was born on June 1, 1942 to William and Angela Dwyer. He was the third of eleven children. He was a life-long resident of Jackson, Michigan. As a child, he was given the nickname “Gus” by his grade school friends. This nickname stayed with him for the duration of his...

Constance Diana Hobde (McGill)

Constance Diana Hobde (McGill)

Jun 21, 2026

Constance Diana (McGill) Hobde, 93, was born in Jackson, MI on August 15, 1932, to Pearl and David McGill. She died on Sunday, June 21, 2026. She was preceded in death by her best friend and husband of 52 years, David D. Hobde; her brothers Thomas, Donald, Gerald, and John McGill; her brother-in-law Dennis L. Hobde; and her sister-in-laws Dorothy...

Renda S. Williams

Renda S. Williams

Jun 19, 2026

Williams, Renda S.

Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of her family and the staff of Residential Hospice on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the age of 75 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel J. Williams Sr.; parents, Joseph and Maxine Betts; sister, Karen; and brother, Gary. She is survived by her daugthers, Joamber and Shauna;...

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