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Leonard T. Zolnierek

Leonard T. Zolnierek

Sep 4, 2017

Leonard "Len" T. Zolnierek, age 79, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, September 4, 2017, from Myelodysplastic Syndrome which progressed into acute Leukemia. On September 23, 1937, Leonard was born to the late Selama (Thelma) Szymanowicz and Joseph Zolnierek of Alpena, Michigan. He attended St. Mary Catholic School, graduating in 1952 and then...

Josef Antoniszczak

Josef Antoniszczak

Sep 3, 2017

Josef Antoniszczak, age 96, of Alpena, passed away at home on Sunday, September 3, 2017, surrounded by his family. Arrangements are being handled through the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home per his wishes there are no service scheduled and he has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation.

'Rusty' Russell G. Rhoads

'Rusty' Russell G. Rhoads

Sep 2, 2017

Russell "Rusty" Rhoads, age 88, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, September 2, 2017, at St. Mary's Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born on August 22, 1929, to the late Germain and Mable (Burnash) Rhoads in Flint, Michigan. On December 31, 1960, he married Loretta Skiba at St. Mary Catholic Church. Russell worked for...

Mary Ann Ataman

Mary Ann Ataman

Sep 1, 2017

Mary Ann Ataman, age 63, of Alpena, passed away at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena on Friday, September 1, 2017. On December 25, 1953, Mary was born to the late Leo and Leona (Modrzynski) Ataman in Detroit, Michigan. She is survived by her lifelong friend and companion, Dan Ward, and was a loving mother to her four children: Patrick Ataman,...

James 'Jim' K. Morris

James 'Jim' K. Morris

Aug 20, 2017

James "Jim" K. Morris, age 76, of Owosso, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his children, grandchildren and nephew in Owosso, Michigan on Sunday, August 20, 2017. On July 2, 1941, James was born to the late Angus and Margaret (McCormick) Morris in Alpena, Michigan. He married Nancy Sang in November of 1967, in Chicshogo, Minn. She...

Bruce Stevens

Bruce Stevens

Aug 15, 2017

Bruce Stevens, age 63, of Alpena, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 15, 2017, after an extended illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Brenda and their two daughters Adrienne Stevens of Alpena, MI, and Courtney (Shane) Turpen of Harrisville, MI, three grandchildren Dayton Faunce, Bailey Turpen and Avi Turpen....

Paula M. Becker

Paula M. Becker

Aug 6, 2017

Paula M. Becker, age 72, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 6, 2017, at home surrounded by her family. She is survived her two sons: James Smith of Alpena, MI and Paul "Scott" (Karen) Mikkola of Rochester Hills; MI. 5 grandchildren: Derek Watson, Christopher, Nicholas, and Richard Mikkola, and Eliza Becker. One sister Beth (Bob) Milspaugh of Hillman,...

Patricia Ann Baker

Patricia Ann Baker

Jul 27, 2017

Patricia Ann Baker, age 76, of Alpena, formerly of Plainwell, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by her family. On May 3, 1941, Patricia was born to the late Thomas and Mary Jane (Beebe) Cox in Kalamazoo, Michigan. She married Jerry Baker on June 9, 1962 at St. Ambrose Catholic Church...

Frederick B Meldrum

Frederick B Meldrum

Jul 24, 2017

Frederick B. Meldrum, age 90, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, July 24, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. On September 12, 1926, Frederick was born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Guy and Josephine (Bertrand) Meldrum. On August 19, 1950, he married Arlene L. Glanville in Redford Township. Frederick served in the United...

Maria Senchuk

Maria Senchuk

Jul 20, 2017

Maria Senchuk, age 93, passed away at home July 20, 2017, surrounded by loving family. Maria Kodynsky was born February 22, 1924, in Grigoriewka, Ukraine. She married Kenneth R. Senchuk April 23, 1947, in Sonthoven, Germany shortly after World War II. Ken brought her home to Alpena, Michigan, where she made a life as a homemaker. Her greatest joy, though,...

Patricia 'Pat' Ann Halleck

Patricia 'Pat' Ann Halleck

Jul 20, 2017

Patricia "Pat" A. Halleck, age 70, of Alpena, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at U of M hospital on Thursday, July 20, 2017, after a long battle of lung disease. On August 29, 1946, Patricia was born to late Joseph and Lottie (Cwiakala) Wisiewski in Alpena, MI. She married William Halleck on April 22, 1966. She is survived...

Shirley M Ulch

Shirley M Ulch

Jul 20, 2017

Shirley M. Ulch, age 80, of Alpena, passed away at on Thursday, July 20, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena. Per her wishes she has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter Funeral Home for cremation. A Committal Service will be held on Friday, July 28, 2017, at 12 noon, at Holy Cross Cemetery with Fr. James Fitzpatrick Officiating. Internment: Holy...

Marvin L. Wysocki

Marvin L. Wysocki

Jul 14, 2017

Marvin L. Wysocki, age 88, of Alpena, passed away after an extended illness, Friday, July 14, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family. On February 2, 1929,Marvin was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Edmund and Frances (Zilinski) Wysocki. He was a graduate of St. Mary School in 1943 and the Alpena High School in...

Josephine M. Howick

Josephine M. Howick

Jul 9, 2017

Josephine M. Howick, age 89, of Ossineke passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at home. She is survived by her three children: Bonnie Delisle of Chippewa Lake, MI; Nancy Loewe of Ossineke, MI; David (Debbie) Howick of Taylor, MI, her 11 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren. Per her wishes she has been taken from the Karpus-Hunter...

Alice L. Regits

Alice L. Regits

Jul 7, 2017

Alice L. Regits, age 75, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Friday, July 7, 2017, surrounded by her family. On August 11, 1941, Alice was born in Pine Run, Michigan to the late Rev. Edwin and Louise (Main) Cummins. Alice will be forever remembered for her kind and generous ways of dedication to her family all of her life, being...

'Bill' Floyd William Monasmith

'Bill' Floyd William Monasmith

Jul 6, 2017

Floyd William Monasmith, age 81, of Alpena passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2017, at home. Bill was born on June 6, 1936 in Findlay, Ohio to the late Floyd and Oletha (Folk) Monasmith. He married Barbara "Bobbie" Scott on June 7, 1958 in Findlay, Ohio. She preceded him in death on September 18, 2001. He was a member...

Alvin A. Gapczynski

Alvin A. Gapczynski

Jul 3, 2017

Alvin A. Gapczynski, age 93, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 3, 2017, at home surrounded by his family. On May 26, 1924, Alvin was born to the late Anthony and Martha (Skiba) Gapczynski in Alpena, Michigan. He served in the United States Air Force under the Coast Artillery division and was the radioman for a B-17 during...

Chad Michael Arlt

Chad Michael Arlt

Jul 1, 2017

Chad Michael Arlt, age 39, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 1, 2017, at home. On March 3, 1978, Chad was born to the late Peter Arlt and Theresa Matthes in Alpena, Michigan. He married Kristi Carr on November 1, 2003 in Alpena, Michigan. Chad had many friends all over the states. His passions were "Science," New Technology, and Bio...

Robert 'Bob' J. Murphy

Robert 'Bob' J. Murphy

Jun 28, 2017

Robert J. "Bob" Murphy Sr., age 68, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on Wednesday, June 28, 2017, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center of Alpena, surrounded by his family. On November 1, 1948, Robert was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late James and Norma (Spicer) Murphy. He married Diane Kinsel on May 6, 1972, at St. Paul Lutheran Church....

Lancelot 'Lance' L. Kendziorski

Lancelot 'Lance' L. Kendziorski

Jun 17, 2017

Lancelot L. "Lance" Kendziorski, age 91, of Alpena passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 17, 2017, surrounded by his family. On May 3, 1926, Lancelot was born in Alpena, Michigan to the late Leo and Mary (Martin) Kendziorski. Lance served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper in the 17th Airborn. He married Marie Kline on July 14,...

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