Obits

Obituary: Holly (O’Brien) Fike, 69, of Ludington

September 9, 2025

In loving memory of Holly Mae Fike. Holly (O’Brien) Fike, 69, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by both her parents, Kenneth and Ida, her sisters Beverly and Janet, her best friend Carol Dailey and her husband, Al. Holly was born in Ludington on December…

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Obituary: Agnes Mary Graham, 91, of Scottville

September 9, 2025

Agnes Mary (Murphy) Graham, 91 of Scottville, passed away on Friday September 5, 2025. Born on July 14, 1934, in Ludington, Agnes was the daughter of the late Patrick and Marguerite (Bryan) Murphy. She graduated from Scottville High School. Agnes married Wayne T. Graham on April 28, 1951, and shared many memorable years together. Agnes was an active member of…

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Obituary: Jayden Fynn Knudsen, 20, of Ludington

September 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jayden Fynn Knudsen of Ludington, who died on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 20. Jayden was born in Ludington on May 14, 2005, to Ellen Darke (Knudsen), stepfather Michael Darke, and Shane Bowman (biological father). Jayden graduated from the Oriole Academy in Ludington in 2023. He…

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Obituary: Michael James Woodruff, 71, of Fountain

September 4, 2025

Michael James Woodruff, known affectionately as Mike, passed away on August 27, 2025, at the age of 71, in Fountain. Born on February 22, 1954, in Greenville, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family and a passion for his interests. Mike graduated from high school in 1972 and went on to earn an associate degree from Lansing…

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Obituary: Richard Dale Shereda, 72, of Free Soil

September 3, 2025

Richard Dale Shereda, 72, of Free Soil passed away on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Rich was born on May 24, 1953 in Ludington, the son of Robert J. and Lois (Eskildsen) Shereda and graduated from Free Soil High School. Rich worked hard for many years before settling into retirement in Free Soil where he was able to pursue his love…

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