Marilyn Jane Wilder, 76, of Scottville, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, May 4, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Marilyn was born in Ludington to Robert and Myrtle (Christensen) Carr. Marilyn was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She often said her family was the greatest joy in her life.…
David John Olszewski, known affectionately as Papa Dave, of Sarasota, Florida, died at age 80 on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Dave was born on Dec. 19, 1945, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Edward Olszewski and Helen Becic Olszewski. He served honorably as a sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. A faithful Catholic, Dave will…
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,…
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