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Obituary: Lavern Donald Sobieralskim, 85, of Ludington

April 22, 2026

Lavern Donald Sobieralskim, 85, of Ludington, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. He was born on September 15, 1940, to Joseph and Olga Sobieralski. He was the youngest of three boys. In 1970 he met the love of his life, Anna Mae Kirkbride. Together they raised their family and shared 55 wonderful years. He was…

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Obituary: Robert Donald Vandervest, 90, of Ludington

April 22, 2026

Robert Donald Vandervest, 90, of Ludington, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Born on February 15, 1936, in Ludington, he was a lifelong resident of the area. Robert was known for his easy-going nature and his love for engaging in conversations on any topic. Robert married Audrey James on November 20, 1953 and together they had five children. For…

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Obituary: David Michael Fenner, 61, of Ludington

April 21, 2026

David Michael Fenner, 61, of Ludington, passed away Saturday April 18, 2026. He attended Ludington High School and went on to entertain many people in his sales jobs, at a gaming store he opened in the 1990s and as bartender for many years at The Alley Bar. For 21 years David shared his life with his beloved wife Julie (Foster)…

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Obituary: Dona Kay Gottwald, 92, of Ludington

April 21, 2026

Dona Kay Gottwald, 92, of Ludington, formerly of Tiffin, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Born April 4, 1934, in Tiffin, Ohio, Dona was the daughter of the late Cloyd Ernest and Mary Aleta (Eakin) Strauch. She graduated from Columbian High School, Class of 1952. On June 19, 1954, Dona married the love of her life, Raymond Charles…

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Obituary: Armando Luevano, 57, of Ludington

April 20, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Armando Luevano, who passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the age of 57. Armando was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who made his home in Ludington. He is survived by his loving wife, Trinidad, and his children, Joshua Luevano, Amanda (Matthew) Kelso, and Abbygayle (Trey) Luevano,…

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