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Obituary: Laura Lillian Stubbs, 87, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mum, Laura Lillian (Jones) Stubbs. Laura passed away peacefully at Oakview Medical Care Facility on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was 87 years old. Laura was born May 5, 1938, to Thomas and Florence (Phipps) Jones in Oxford, England. In 1954 when Laura was 16 years old, her…

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Obituary: Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Katherine Joy Devers, 63, of Ludington, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her home surrounded by love. Born October 10, 1962, in Marion, Katherine—affectionately known as Kathy or Kitty Kat—grew up in Cadillac, attended Marion Public School, and made Ludington her home in the 1980s, where she would build a life filled with love, laughter, and service…

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Obituary: Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, of Ludington

January 9, 2026

Melissa Ann (Couture) Rezny, 62, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, surrounded by family. Melissa was born in Winfield, Ill. to Charles and Mary Couture on June 11, 1963. She will be remembered for her fun-loving nature, kindness, and strength. Melissa enjoyed nothing more than a simple day relaxing on the lake or spending quality time…

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Obituary: Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville

January 7, 2026

Raynard “Ray” Krause, 89 of Scottville, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. Ray was born on September 13, 1936, in Manistee, the son of Edwin and Elsie (Hiipakka) Krause. Born with a dry sense of humor and a robust personality, Ray was known for his strength, honesty, caring nature, and generosity. He attended Manistee High School before deciding to…

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Recent death: Elijah Abraham Collins Jr., 86, of Scottville

January 7, 2026

Elijah Abraham Collins Jr., died on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Big Rapids. Born July 14, 1939, in Radford, Virginia, Elijah was the son of the late Elijah Abraham Collins Sr. and Ethel (Robinson) Collins. Elijah’s final resting place will be at Brookside Cemetery in Scottville. Arrangements were entrusted to Grace Funeral Home and Cremation Services, www.GraceCremations.com.   Listing of…

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