It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mark Earl Dean, who left this world peacefully at his home in Ludington, on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Ludington, on April 5, 1962, Mark lived a life rich with love, laughter, and dedication to family and…
Captain Richard “Rich” Laaksonen, 59, of Ludington, a legendary figure of the Michigan charter fishing community and a true outdoorsman, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Rich was a passionate fisherman and a loyal friend who lived his life by the words tattooed over his heart: “Fishing is my passion, my family is my life.” Born on January 5,…
Thelma “Jean” Jensen Ohse, 87, of Custer passed away on Saturday, May 2, 2026. Jean was born on July 29, 1938 in Lapeer, the daughter of Leslie and Kathryn (Weir) Conant. Her family moved to Mason County where she grew up and attended Custer schools, graduating high school with the Mason County Eastern class of 1956. She was first married to Kenneth Quick,…
Joann Kucera, 83, formerly of Irons, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on April 7, 1942, in Coleman, to the late John and Mary Ann (Behrens) Salusky. Joann graduated from Coleman High School in 1960 and went on to earn her bachelor of science degree in nursing from Mercy Central Hospital School…
Robin Lynn Oliver, 67, of Scottville, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Robin was born on March 26, 1959, in Ludington, the daughter of Donald John Richard and Marianne (Shoup) Oliver. She was a 1977 graduate of Mason County Central High School. During her high school years, she was active in choir, winning an award for her outstanding performance…
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