Kelly LeRoy Lemire Sr., 63, of Fountain died on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at home. Kelly was born on July 7, 1962 in Ludington, the son of Richard and Ella (Padgett) Lemire. He graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 1980 as co-valedictorian with Connie Mattox, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Michigan…
Jane Marie Durfee, 71, of Scottville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Jane was born on Dec. 15, 1954, in Ludington. She was the daughter of Percy and Bernice Durfee and was quickly cherished by her family. Jane shared a special bond with her father that was never duplicated. Jane lived her life to the fullest. Growing up…
Captain John Bonsecour Von Sprecken, 86, of Ludington, and St. Marys, Georgia, passed away surrounded by family on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital after a long battle with heart disease and prostate cancer. John was born December 11, 1938, in Ludington, the son of Judge Peter R. Von Sprecken and Ethyl Barber of Cheboygon. He was…
Paul William Harris was born on August 9, 1957, in Kalamazoo. He transitioned into the arms of Jesus in Grand Rapids, on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at the age of 68. He was born to Billie Joe Harris and Doreen Rosina Newell Harris. Paul dedicated his life to service – both to his country and to the young people he mentored throughout…
With profound sadness David T. Kozicki, departed peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the age of 75, at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids. Born in Michigan to the late Thaddeus and Mary (Pekich) Kozicki Sr., David exhibited a remarkable depth of character from a tender age. His thoughtful disposition, unwavering steadfastness, and an innate capacity to connect with others were…
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