Obits

Obituary: Amy Katherine Stewart, 59, of Ludington

December 10, 2025

Amy Katherine Stewart, 59, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, after a 15-year battle with cancer. The daughter of Larry and Monica Stewart, born on April 14, 1966, Amy was a beloved mother to Kyle Lichte (Emily VanderJagt), Spencer Williams (Megan Long) and Katherine Williams. We can’t forget her furry companion, Lucky. A grandmother to Axton…

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Obituary: Maria Balderas, 76, of Walkerville

December 9, 2025

Maria Teresa Balderas, 76, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, in Grand Rapids. Born on February 10, 1949, in San Manuel, Texas, Maria grew up enveloped in the warmth of a close-knit family which deeply influenced her own values as a family-oriented, loving, and independent woman. Maria is survived by her devoted husband, Francisco “Paco” Balderas, and her children…

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Obituary: Jerome Raymond Miller, 85, of Custer

December 8, 2025

Jerome Raymond Miller, 85, of Custer passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 6, 2025 with his family by his side.  Jerome was born on August 22, 1940 in Ludington, the son of Raymond and Pauline (Zukas) Stakenas.  Tragically his father Raymond died when Jerome was 1 year old and his mother married Daniel Miller – who became the father who would shape…

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Obituary: Constance Dawn Soderberg, 80, of Ludington

December 5, 2025

Constance Dawn (Farley) Soderberg, 80, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, with her granddaughter Sophia Gnatkowski by her side at MediLodge of Ludington. Connie was born on November 2, 1945, in West Branch, to Helen Louise (Howe) Farley and Isaac Farley. She was the eighth born out of 10 children. Family and God were the most important things in…

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Obituary: Donald William Alfred, 74, of Manistee

December 5, 2025

Donald William Alfred, 74, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday December 3, 2025 doing what he loved most, helping others in need. Don was the son of Edwin and Helen Alfred and was born in Manistee Nov. 27, 1951. He was the brother of Brenda, Prescilla, and Laura. Donald was a prominent and successful residential builder in the Manistee…

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