obituaries

Nov 26, 2025

Fleming (Fransted), Shanna Betsy

Born in Jackson Michigan on October 29th, 1937, died on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.  She was the daughter of Robert L Fransted and Bessie Irene (Murphy) Fransted (both deceased).  Shanna was the sister of Sandra Sue Craft and mother of Amy Theresa Fleming, Kelly Ann Fleming (deceased) and James Brian Fleming married to...

Nov 18, 2025

Age 65 of Jackson, MI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Jack was born to James and Grace VanSumeren on August 3, 1960, in Jackson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Grace; brothers, Tom and Jim; and sister, Terry. Jack is survived by his daughters,...

Nov 15, 2025

Bob was a devoted husband to surviving high school sweet heart and wife of 40 years Wendy Rearick. He is survived by his parents Ward and Lois Rearick, brothers: Shawn, Greg, and Curtis, daughter Samantha (Gene) Coulombe his son Robert (Rachael) Rearick- Weisbrod, grandchildren Emilene, Oliver, Hudson, and Harper. Bob was a dedicated electrician to IBEW Local 252 and...

Nov 13, 2025

Sherry Drennan (Williams), age 83, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 20, 1942, Sherry lived a life filled with kindness, creativity, music, and deep devotion to those she loved.

She was married to the love of her life, Terry Lee Drennan, for 59 wonderful years....

Nov 9, 2025

Shroba, Lawrence "Larry"

Formerly of Wilmington, IL passed away on November 10, 2025, at the age of 76 years. Larry is survived by his son Kevin (Becky) and daughter Angie (Ted) Lefere.  He will be missed by his grandchildren Andrew and Daniel Shroba and Maggie, Helen, Luke, and James. Larry is also survived by his brother Steve...

Nov 9, 2025

Rowene Fischer, 97, died peacefully in her sleep and into the arms of God on November 9, 2025.

Born Mary Margaret Rowene Darith Ring on July 13, 1928 in Minneapolis, the oldest daughter of Paul and Bethel Ring, Rowene moved to Flint shortly thereafter where she grew up, graduating from Flint Northern High School in 1946. Rowene...

Nov 5, 2025

Kennedy, Jo Ann

Of Jackson, Michigan passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, surrounded by her adoring family on November 5, 2025 at the age of 73 years.   Jo Ann married her one-and-only, Ford Kennedy on December 21, 1968. Her legacy of timeless grace, her infectious laughter, and her deep devotion to her husband, children, grandchildren, and all those...

Nov 2, 2025

Burzynski (Cherwinski), Gertrude M. "Gert"

Of Jackson, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025 on her 94th birthday. She is survived by her nine children, Barbara Kilgore, Christine (John) Erd, Donna (Phil) Putnam, Phil Burzynski, Dave (Donna) Burzynski, Laure (Tom) Fiero, Ken (Shirley) Burzynski, Steve (Angie) Burzynski, Rob Burzynski; 19 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Theresa Smolak, Betty...

Nov 1, 2025

Griffin (Stark), Janet Elaine

89, of Jackson, MI died on November 1, 2025. Janet was born in Jackson in 1936 to Martin and Beatrice Stark. She graduated from St. Mary's Catholic High School. Janet worked at Consumers Power Company before devoting her life to her family and parish. She was treasurer for the St. Vincent de Paul...

Oct 26, 2025

Of Spring Arbor, passed away under the loving care of her family on Sunday, October 26, 2025 age 92 years.  Preceded in death by her husband of 46 years John P. Yeiter, parents George J. And Marie E. Kramer, two sons Joseph A. And Phillip J. Yeiter and her brothers and sisters.  She is survived by her children; Ruth...

Oct 23, 2025

Born March 23, 1934, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025 in the loving arms of his family. He is survived by the love of his life, Betty, being married for 70 years; children Thomas (Wendy) Bishop, Daniel (Karen) Bishop, Mary Ann (Paul) Krepps, and Patrick (Paula) Bishop; grandchildren Theresa (Tony) Frasca, Joseph (Emily) Bishop, Jeremiah (Alisha) Krepps, Faith (Joshua)...

Oct 22, 2025

Woolsey (Hauck), Catherine "Katie"

98, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Born August 30, 1927, in Jackson, Katie lived her entire life in the community she loved, leaving behind a legacy of generosity, competitive spirit, and unwavering devotion to family.

Katie was a 1946 graduate of Jackson High School and...

Oct 16, 2025

John (JD) Dawson

Age 73, of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully. John was fun-loving, kind, and had a great sense of humor.

JD was born on February 3, 1952, in Gary, Indiana. When he was three years old, his family moved to Jackson, where he lived for the rest of his life. He graduated from...

Oct 11, 2025

Neelis, Norma Jean

Of Napoleon, passed away under the loving care of her family on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the age of 86 years.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Robert Lee Neelis.  She is survived by her son, James (Carol); grandchildren, Timothy, Joshua, Anthony, and Emiley; and several great grandchildren....

Oct 4, 2025

Frank Michael Lusebrink of Jackson, Michigan passed away on October 4, 2025, due to pancreatic cancer. He lived an active 89 years and spent his final day surrounded by family and loved ones. Frank was born on July 27, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan to Jennie and Michael Lusebrink. Frank's father passed when he was 6 years old. He spent...

Oct 4, 2025

Skojec, Timothy P.

(February 21, 1967 – October 4, 2025)

Of Jackson, passed away at U of M Hospital on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the age of 58 years.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Mary Jo Skojec; one son, his pride and joy, Todd Skojec; his "bonus kids", Mark...

Oct 3, 2025

Delaney, James K. Of Jackson, formerly of Ann Arbor, passed away under the loving care of his family and the amazing care givers at Brightside Assisted Living on Friday, October 3, 2025.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Jane; his two sons, Aleksis (Annah) Delaney and Colin Delaney; grandson Aiden; mother Bernice Delaney; A special thank...

Sep 27, 2025

Stevens, Joseph George Of Jackson, Michigan, unexpectedly passed away on September 27, 2025 at the age of 60 years old. He is survived by his former wife and mother of his children Suzie Stevens; children: Joseph Stevens, Andrew Stevens, Adam Stevens (Taylor), Christopher Stevens (Katie), and Abigail Williams (Brett); siblings: Marcia Hills-Hoxie (Patrick),Greg Stevens (Susan) and Kevin Stevens (Melinda);...

Sep 26, 2025

Tash, Michael

Age 80, of Spring Arbor, passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2025.  He was born on April 30, 1945, Michael was the son of Roger (Joyce) Tash and Dorothy (Harold) Omans.   A devoted husband, Michael shared 50 wonderful years of marriage with his wife, Therese (Koenigsknecht). He was the proud father of...

Sep 22, 2025

Blodgett, Howard

Born on December 10, 1946, to John and Jean Blodgett, Howard was a proud Veteran of the United States Army, serving his country with honor in the Vietnam War.

Howard will be deeply missed by his daughter Michelle (Aaron) Kantor, son Darren Blodgett, his sisters Anne Pelton and Catherine Stevens, his grandchildren Bria,...