Obits

Obituary: Robert “Bob” Olsen, 79 of Ludington, formerly of Free Soil

January 13, 2026

Robert “Bob” Olsen, 79 of Ludington, formerly of Free Soil, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Lake Michigan Senior Living. He was born August 13, 1946, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of the late Edwin and Frances (Cooper) Olsen. Bob was known for his generous spirit, often painting houses for those who needed some help. A die-hard…

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Obituary: Laura Lillian Stubbs, 87, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mum, Laura Lillian (Jones) Stubbs. Laura passed away peacefully at Oakview Medical Care Facility on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was 87 years old. Laura was born May 5, 1938, to Thomas and Florence (Phipps) Jones in Oxford, England. In 1954 when Laura was 16 years old, her…

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Obituary: Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by love. Born October 10, 1962, in Marion, Katherine—affectionately known as Kathy or Kitty Kat—grew up in Cadillac, attended Marion Public School, and made Ludington her home in the 1980s, where she would build a life filled with love, laughter, and service…

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Obituary: Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by family. Melissa was born in Winfield, Ill. to Charles and Mary Couture on June 11, 1963. She will be remembered for her fun-loving nature, kindness, and strength. Melissa enjoyed nothing more than a simple day relaxing on the lake or spending quality time…

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Obituary: Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville

January 7, 2026

Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. Ray was born on September 13, 1936, in Manistee, the son of Edwin and Elsie (Hiipakka) Krause. Born with a dry sense of humor and a robust personality, Ray was known for his strength, honesty, caring nature, and generosity. He attended Manistee High School before deciding to…

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