obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Feb 14, 2026

Courtney “Timmie” Wynne McAndrews joined the angels on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the age of 82. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted husband of 62 years, Peter “Mick” McAndrews II; her children Julie Austin (Matt), Peter McAndrews III (Beth), and John McAndrews (Pam); six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents John and...

Feb 11, 2026

Gary S. Custer passed away February 11, 2026 at the age of 73.

Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Sandra (Parker) Custer; his stepson, Joshua Jamrozy; grandchildren, Quinn and Ezra; his siblings, Diane Morandi, Darlene Custer, Butch Custer, Judy Hufford; and many nieces and nephew.

Gary was born February 6, 1953 in Sterling Height, Michigan. He was a talented, self-taught guitarist...

Feb 10, 2026

Job (Karasek), Alicia Ann

Of Jackson, passed away under the loving care of her family and the staff at Legacy Assisted Living on February 10, 2026 at the age of 86 years. She is survived by her four children, David (Marty) Job, Karen (Mark) Spaan, Michelle (Steven) McDonald, Suzette (Rodney) Brousseau; 5 grandchildren, Joe and Katie Job, Rachel (Jacob) Fase, Ryan...

Feb 2, 2026

Strickrodt, Kenneth

Of Jackson passed away under the loving care of his wife and the staff at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home on Monday, February 2, 2026 age 73 years.  He is survived by his wife of 34 years Charlene "Charlie', son Martin (Suzanne) Strickrodt; grandchildren Sam, John Shandna, Alex and Kari; several great grandchildren; brother...

Feb 2, 2026

Barbara Ann Howlett

83, of Jackson, MI, passed away at her home on February 2, 2026, with family by her side. Barbara is survived by her daughters Pennie (Joe) Rutan, Karen Stowell (John Ucci), Ann Titus; grandchildren Andy (Jourdan) Rutan, Sarah (Tyler) Ogden; great grandchildren Brantley Ogden, Kira Ogden, Everleigh Rutan, Kinsleigh Rutan, Allie Ogden, Charleigh Rutan;...