obituaries

Sep 16, 2025

Briggs (Traugh, Daglow), Ruth

Age 99, passed peacefully into eternity on Tuesday, September 16th, 2025. Ruth was born on September 6, 1926, in Breman, ME, to Paul and Marion Traugh, moving to Jackson as a child before graduating from Jackson High School in 1944.  For nearly a century, Ruth prioritized her family, friends, and community. Raising and...

Sep 15, 2025

Mandreger, Daniel Steven

Born on March 9, 1953, passed suddenly on Monday, September 15, 2025 in the presence of his family.  Dan was born to Steven A. and Martha G. Mandreger in Jackson, Michigan.

On November 20, 1982 he married the love of his life, Elaine M. Mandreger. Dan is survived by Elaine; fur baby...

Sep 14, 2025

Passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday evening, 14 September 2025 at Henry Ford Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. He is the last surviving member of Victor and Virginia Schweda. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Carole Ann and Phylis Jean.

Donald was surrounded by his cousins, Gary Lee Schweda and Fr. Phillip Schweda, JCL,...

Sep 14, 2025

Treciak, James Stanley

Of Jackson, passed away at the age of 85. He was born at home March 6, 1940 and died at home September 14, 2025. Preceded in death by his beloved first wife Carole Sue Treciak and mother of his children. He will be sadly missed by his three daughters from his first marriage, Kathleen...

Sep 12, 2025

Griffin, Wayne

Age 85, passed away suddenly but peacefully, on Friday, September 12, 2025.  He was born on February 10, 1940 in Adrian, Michigan to Roy and Alice Griffin.  While working multiple jobs, Wayne went back to school and graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a degree in Facility Management which he used at different schools and...

Sep 9, 2025

Kindschy (Farrand), Eileen

Of Jackson, passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the age of 73 years.  Eileen was Michigan through and through. She was born on December 4, 1951 and raised in Jackson, she spent nearly her entire life in the mitten state. After graduating from Lumen Christi High School, she attended Michigan State University,...

Sep 6, 2025

Burdick, Barbara L. "Bobbie"

Of Jackson, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025 age 92 years. Bobbie was a devout Catholic and an active member of St. Mary's Catholic Church for over 60 years. She volunteered for outreach dinners, luncheons, bingo and many other church events. She attended Bible study and mass weekly and on holy days....

Sep 5, 2025

Clifton (Lees) Wendy Ross

Of Jackson, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 74.  She is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Terry Clifton; their two children, Andrea and Kevin; ten grandchildren: Courtney (Chris), Benjamin, Devon, Erika (Kevin), Zachary (Carley), Ryan, Kennedi, Raigan, Zoe, and...

Sep 3, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Ann Ray, age 83, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Brighton, Michigan.

Born on November 4, 1941, Patricia was the daughter of William and Evelyn Kaminski. She graduated from St. John's High School in 1959 and went on to study at Jackson Business University.  She spent many years working as the secretary, and...

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...