Obits

Obituary: Sara Catherine Christensen, 51, of Scottville

September 24, 2026

Sara Catherine Christensen age 51 of Scottville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 while surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. Sara was born January 18, 1975 in Ludington, the daughter of Nels and Sandra (Schilling) Christensen and graduated from Mason County Central High School with the class of 1993.  Sara was a devoted mother,…

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Obituary: Irene Wagner, 98, of Ludington

September 23, 2026

Irene Wagner passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2026 at the age of 98 after living a very blessed life. She was married for 62 years to the love of her life, Bernie, and was an amazing wife and mother whose life was defined by her clever wit, lively spirit, and selfless devotion to the people she loved. Those…

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Obituary: Donald Ralph Bates, 96, of Branch

September 23, 2026

Donald Ralph Bates, 96, of Branch passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Don was born on June 4, 1930 in Deer Lake, the second of eight children born to Ralph and Elma (Britton) Bates.  Don was in high school when his mother died and the children were split up and grew up in separate families.  Don lived with the Millers…

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Obituary: Dorothy Francis Snow Karpenske, 83, of Fountain

September 19, 2026

Dorothy Francis Snow Karpenske, 83, of Fountain, formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 11, 1943, in Victoria, Arkansas, the daughter of Ezra and Ruby (Clark) Snow. Dorothy had a way of making everyone feel seen, heard, and deeply loved. She welcomed everyone to her table, and…

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Obituary: Freddie Ray Parker, 81, of Custer

September 15, 2026

Freddie Ray Parker, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, at the age of 81. Surrounded by family, he grew his wings in the comfort of his home, beside his loving wife of 63 years, Shirley Parker. Fred’s journey began on Jan. 11, 1945, in Reed City where Ada and Floyd welcomed…

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