obituaries

Aug 28, 2025

Wolverton, Harry W.

Of Jackson passed away at home on Thursday, August 28, 2025 age 99 years. He was born on April 18, 1926 in Pittsburgh, PA. He is survived by his children, Mark (Jan), David (Dorothea), Robert (Sarah), Rita Moore, Gordon (Silvia);  12 grandchildren, Timothy, Philip, Andrew, Mary, Emily, Paul, Sarah, Sean, Tina, Todd, Kristen and...

Aug 27, 2025

Lucille Ann Borders It is with deep love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Lucille Ann Borders, who devoted more than 31 years of service to Jackson Public Schools before retiring. Known for her unwavering dedication, kindness, and strength, she touched countless lives both inside and outside the school. Family and friends meant everything to her,...

Aug 27, 2025

Smith (Muck), Gloria

Born on September 6, 1933 passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10 days shy of her 92nd birthday, under the care of Optimal Care Hospice at Vista Grande Villa in the presence of her family. She was a life-long member of St. John Catholic Church, a twelve-year student of St. John Catholic School,...

Aug 23, 2025

Webster, Victoria Joan "Vicky"

Of Spring Arbor, passed away under the loving care of the Henry Ford Hospice Home and her family on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the age of 72 years.  She is survived by her son, Josh Webster; her brothers, Bob and Tim Pickett; her best friend, Anita Simone; and many nieces, nephews, and...

Aug 23, 2025

Cavender, Dennis P. Of Jackson, passed away at Hospice Home on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the age of 64 years.  He is survived by lifetime companion, Tammy Miller; one brother, Mark (Pamela) Cavender; one sister, Mary Jo (Tim) Skojec; niece and nephews, Nathan (Johanna) Cavender, Kristina (Spencer) Chapman, Kristopher Cavender, Kristian Cavender, Todd Skojec, Gordon (Shanna) Wenman and...

Aug 18, 2025

Lockwood (Davis, Minder), Karlyn J.

Born August 25, 1935 to Jack and Lily Davis, Karlyn passed peacefully into eternal life just on Monday, August 18, 2025, one week shy of her 90th birthday.

She was a devoted wife to her husband, Jack Minder and together they shared four children and wonderful memories until his passing...

Aug 11, 2025

Mark Joseph Ward, 55 years old, of Jackson, MI, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11th 2025.

Mark was born on November 10th, 1969 in Detroit, MI to Doug Ward and RoseMarie McCray (Plaskiewicz). He grew up in the Jackson area, graduating from Hanover Horton High School. Mark went on to join the United States Army and...

Aug 6, 2025

Covell, Roger A.

Age 78, of Jackson, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the Henry Ford Jackson Hospital.  Roger was born on April 21, 1947 in Tecumseh, Michigan and graduated from Clinton High School in 1965 where he was an outstanding athlete.  He continued his education at Michigan State with a degree in agriculture....

Aug 5, 2025

Brooks, Bradley J.

Of Lake Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at the age of 67 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Brooks.  He is survived by his son, Michael Brooks; daughter, Michele (David) Kohlhofer; Melissa (Micah) Whitmore, Heather Montgomery, Sean (Stephanie) Montgomery; eight grandchildren, Karmin, Aliza, Maggie, Landen, Nathan, Caleb,...

Aug 4, 2025

Kathleen "Kathy" Ahlstedt, 71, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer. A beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, Kathy spent many years working as a Registered Nurse in Milwaukee. She will always be remembered for her compassion, humor, and great laugh.

She is survived by her son,...

Aug 3, 2025

Moles, Robert Lee

Of Jackson passed away on August 3, 2025, surrounded by his family, whom he treasured. Those whose lives he touched are better for having known him. Bob was born in Battle Creek, MI on August 15, 1941. He graduated from Western Michigan University, earning a Bachelor of Arts in 1964 and a Master of...

Jul 31, 2025

Smith, Harold

Age 73, of Williamston, Michigan, passed away on July 31, 2025. He was born on May 1, 1952, in Jackson, MI, to Willie and Stella (Rives) Smith. After graduating from Parkside High School in 1970, Harold served as a paratrooper in the 101st and 82nd Airborne divisions, as well as the Michigan National Guard. He...

Jul 30, 2025

Stiles, Randall Wayne "Randy"

Went to be with the Lord on July 30, 2025 under the loving care of Rosetta Stiles, Marty Craven Jr, and Carmen Beltran.  He was born to Clyde and Martha Stiles on October 6, 1960 at W.A. Foote Memorial Hospital in Jackson Michigan.   He was survived by his wife Rosetta (Beltran) Stiles, two...

Jul 30, 2025

Ramonito Gregorio, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025 at the age of 75, surrounded by love.

Born on April 2, 1950, in Iloilo City, Philippines, Ramon moved to the United States in 1976 with his sister Teresita to join their mother, Pilar and sister Norma and Anita.

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Jul 25, 2025

Butler, Ronald E.

Of Jackson passed away under the loving care of his family and the staff at the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice Home on Friday, July 25, 2025 age 89 years.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Janice; two sons, Ronald Craig (Sue) Butler and Chris Elliott Butler.  Four grandchildren; Nicole, Amber, Joshua...

Jul 23, 2025

Cynthia Ann Payne (Romberger)

Of Jackson, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family at the age of 72 years.  She is survived by her partner, Allan Andrews; her children: Lisa Romberger (Corey McCravey), Tim (Felicia) Romberger, and Stefanie (Josh) Nichols; her grandchildren: Bobby Romberger, Morgen McCravey, Rylee McCravey, Derek Nichols,...

Jul 15, 2025

Elizabeth Ann "Betsy" McClear, born January 27, 1936, to Margaret and James Smith passed away July 15, 2025.

Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, Donald McClear in 2022, her son Richard Wallace in 2001, and her parents. She was a devoted mother to Cathy LaParl, Connie Wallace, Carol Hoch, David (Tori) Wallace, and Christian McClear....

Jul 12, 2025

Martin John Griffin, 63, of Jackson, Michigan died on July 12, 2025.

Marty graduated from Lumen Christi High School. After receiving a degree in Communications from the University of Michigan, he commenced his decades long career in public service. Marty represented the people of Jackson in the Michigan Legislature, as Mayor, and currently as City Treasurer. Marty...

Jul 10, 2025

Richard "Dick" E. Bedore, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, 2025 after a short illness at the age of 91 years old.

Dick was preceded in passing by his wife of 68 years, Marvalee; parents, Howard and Helen Bedore; brother, Kenneth Bedore; and his sister, Janet Ogle.

He is survived by...

Jul 9, 2025

George Lavern Harmon of Jackson, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 at the age of 78 years.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 40 years, Sheila; his son, Josh (Sarah) Harmon; step-son, Joe (Tammy) Berry, step-son, John (Sue) Berry; grandchildren, Amanda, Kayla, Katey, Kimberly, Kyle, Austin, Jocie, Presley and Lincoln.; and great-grandchildren, Evelyn,...