Recent deaths, reported Feb. 23, 2016.

• Barbara Jean Bates, 65, of Custer passed away on Monday, February 22, 2016 at her home. Arrangements by Wyman Funeral & Cremation Services – Stephens Funeral Home, Scottville.
• Janet A. Searcy, 63, of Ludington passed away February 21, 2016 at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. Arrangements by Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center of Ludington.

See MCP death notice archives here.