Obits

Obituary: Joann Kucera, 83, formerly of Irons

May 4, 2026

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…

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Obituary: Robin Lynn Oliver, 67, of Scottville

May 4, 2026

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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Obituary: Dorothy J. Krause, 99, of Manistee

May 4, 2026

Dorothy J. Krause, 99, of Manistee, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the Medilodge of Ludington. She was born in Milwaukee, Wis. on Jan. 2, 1927, the daughter of the late Ella Cilman and Herman Yanke. She was a graduate of Kaleva High School, also La Parent Academy of Beauty in Grand Rapids; was an operator for several…

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Obituary: Rene Annette James, 66, of Ludington

May 1, 2026

Rene Annette James, 66, of Ludington, passed away on Saturday April 25, 2026. She was reunited with her beloved husband and soulmate, Larry James, who preceded her in death. Born on Sept. 15, 1960, in Edmore, Rene was the daughter of the late LJ and Georganna (Ariss) Moore. She was known for her outgoing personality and her love for life.…

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Obituary: Diana Marie (Culp) Golosh, 66, of Traverse City

May 1, 2026

Diana Marie (Culp) Golosh, 66, of Traverse City, formerly of Benzie County, passed away on January 26, 2026. Diana was born on April 19, 1959, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of the late Russell and Bonnie (DeLong) Culp. She was a 1978 graduate of Saginaw High. On October 30, 1980, she married her forever love, Micheal Golosh. She was a…

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