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Obituary: David Michael Fenner, 61, of Ludington

April 21, 2026

David Michael Fenner, 61, of Ludington, passed away Saturday April 18, 2026. He attended Ludington High School and went on to entertain many people in his sales jobs, at a gaming store he opened in the 1990s and as bartender for many years at The Alley Bar. For 21 years David shared his life with his beloved wife Julie (Foster)…

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Obituary: Dona Kay Gottwald, 92, of Ludington

April 21, 2026

Dona Kay Gottwald, 92, of Ludington, formerly of Tiffin, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Born April 4, 1934, in Tiffin, Ohio, Dona was the daughter of the late Cloyd Ernest and Mary Aleta (Eakin) Strauch. She graduated from Columbian High School, Class of 1952. On June 19, 1954, Dona married the love of her life, Raymond Charles…

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Obituary: Armando Luevano, 57, of Ludington

April 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Armando Luevano, who passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the age of 57. Armando was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who made his home in Ludington. He is survived by his loving wife, Trinidad, and his children, Joshua Luevano, Amanda (Matthew) Kelso, and Abbygayle (Trey) Luevano,…

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Obituary: Marcia Lynn Wheeler, 73, of Ludington

April 20, 2026

Marcia Lynn Wheeler, 73, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, after a courageous four-year battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. She was a living miracle—mostly symptom-free throughout her illness and an inspiration to all who knew her, demonstrating how to live with joy, compassion, love, and unwavering faith in Christ. Early Life Marcia was born on…

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Obituary: Dawn Marie Melchert, 61, of Manistee

April 20, 2026

Dawn Marie Melchert, 61, of Manistee, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Dawn was born on Dec. 17, 1964, the daughter of Anthony and MaryEllen (O’Hare) Helminiak. In 1983, she graduated from Mason County Central High School. She married Bradley Melchert on September 15, 2000. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Oak Grove…

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