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Randy LaVerne Smith, 67, of Custer, passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025. He was born August 28, 1957, the son of LaVerne (Pete) Smith and AprilBelle Sharon (Reene) Smith. Randy graduated from Mason County Eastern High School in 1975. Having grown up almost next to his grandpa Reene, a second generation water well driller, Randy spent many hours with him…
Elaine Frances Paul (née Moran), 78, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025, in Scottville. Born on June 22, 1946, in Detroit, Elaine spent much of her life in the Ludington and Scottville area, where she cherished Michigan’s natural beauty. She especially loved its beaches and state parks, often saying she couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. Elaine attended Mason County…
Thomas Jefferson Ray, known affectionately as Tommy, passed away on February 21, 2025, at the age of 60 in Grand Rapids. Born on November 23, 1964, in Lansing, Tommy was a lifelong resident of Michigan and proudly embraced his Native American heritage. Tommy enjoyed his time as a restaurant cook, having spent many years delighting patrons at Riley’s Rendezvous and…
Samantha “Sammi” Jo Bateson, 16, of Custer, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in Custer. Born on September 15, 2008, in Ludington, she was a beloved daughter to Joshua Bateson and Anna (Miller) Bateson, and a cherished sister to Madison and Josilyn Bateson. Sammi was an active and engaged member of her community, known for her kindness and loyalty…
Karl William Schmiege, 79, went to heaven on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. He was born July 8, 1945, in Saginaw, to Lorenz and Ruth (Waidelich) Schmiege. He attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School and graduated from Michigan Lutheran Seminary in 1963. He went to Delta College and RETS Electrical School. He went to work for Michigan Bell in Saginaw in 1973.…
