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Robert John Lang

Robert John Lang

Mar 7, 2025

On Friday, March 7, 2025 the Lord called Robert John Lang to his heavenly home from Select Specialty Hospital in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born in Bay City, Michigan on November 21, 1957 to his parents, Edward and Marrie J. (Carr) Lang.

Robert graduated from Pinconning High School in 1976. He worked his early years at the B.P. gas station that...

Diane R. McPeak

Diane R. McPeak

Apr 3, 2025

Diane R. McPeak passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the age of 79. Diane was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved being with her family. Diane was born on May 24, 1945 to the late Louis and Angeline (Cinquina) D’Arcangelo. She resided in Bay City her entire life and graduated from St. Mary’s High School.

Diane married Randall...

Sandra Kaye Robbins

Sandra Kaye Robbins

Apr 1, 2025

Sandra Kaye Robbins, born on April 20, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on April 1, 2025, in Bay City, Michigan. Sandra’s life spanned nearly 79 years and was marked by deep family connections and the many lives she touched.

Born to Max and Myrtle Robbins, Sandra grew up in Ferndale, Michigan, alongside her siblings. She was predeceased by her father...

Scott Neal Hacker

Scott Neal Hacker

Mar 30, 2025

Scott Hacker, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 30, 2025, after a long fight with cancer. Scott was born on November 20, 1958, In Bay City, Michigan. He is survived by his son, Kyle Hacker, as well as his mother, Joanne Hacker, brother, Mark Hacker; brother, Bryon (Angie) Hacker; sister-in-law, Dinah Horning; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Ross Wayne Brown

Ross Wayne Brown

Mar 30, 2025

Ross Wayne Brown died with his family at this side on March 30th at the age of 69 years old. He was born on January 27, 1956 in Bay City to Ross William and Virgial Brown, who both predeceased him. Ross was the only son raised with six sisters, including Dianne Grabke (deceased), Nancy (Alex) Hiller of Lake Orion, MI,...

Jack B. Sluiter Jr.

Jack B. Sluiter Jr.

Mar 29, 2025

Jack passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Wellspring Lutheran Services at the age of 79. The daughter of the late Jack and Ruth (Young) Sluiter was born November 11, 1945 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Jack was an aircraft mechanic and enjoyed flying airplanes and antique Ford Cars.

Jack is survived by his son, Justin (Aime) Sluiter; two grandchildren, Gypsy...

Eugene D. Groenhof

Eugene D. Groenhof

Mar 29, 2025

Eugene passed away, Saturday, March 29, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region with his family by his side at the age of 86. He was born January 27, 1939 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to the late Martin and Agnes (Stremler) Groenhof. Eugene was a devoted member of First Presbyterian Church, where he played the piano and organ. He attended Hope College,...

Gary Robin Steffen Sr.

Gary Robin Steffen Sr.

Mar 27, 2025

Gary passed away unexpectedly at his home in Merritt, Michigan, on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at the age of 63. He was born to the late Richard and Sharon (Miller) Steffen on November 1, 1961 in Detroit, Michigan, at the Saratoga Community Hospital. He grew up in Warren, Michigan, and attended the East Detroit Schools. He later moved to Peck,...

Carson C. Nokes Sr.

Carson C. Nokes Sr.

Mar 27, 2025

Carson C. Nokes Sr. was born on May 9, 1957, in Sheridan, Michigan. He departed this life on March 27, 2025, in the comfort of his home. Carson was a devoted family man who cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. He is survived by his children, Carson (Jenna) Nokes Jr., Nicholas (Kayla) Nokes, and Julie (Julayne) Nokes; his...

Marlene Maurer

Marlene Maurer

Mar 26, 2025

Marlene passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at the Toni & Trish House at the age of 83. The daughter of the late William and Irene (Leppien) Arndt was born November 3, 1941 in Linwood, Michigan. Marlene was a member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church and enjoyed playing softball and watching the Detroit Tigers, but most of all...

Charles Delbert Chase Jr.

Charles Delbert Chase Jr.

Mar 25, 2025

Charles Delbert Chase Jr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2025, at the age 69. Born on March 8, 1956, in Saginaw, Michigan, Charles was known for his great sense of humor and the joy he brought to all who knew him.

Throughout his life, Charles embraced his passions with an enthusiasm...

Janice Bills

Janice Bills

Mar 24, 2025

Janice (Lucier) Bills, 81, of Bay City, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025. She was born in Leamington, Ontario, Canada on March 26, 1943 to Jean (Moore) and Harvey Lucier, Sr. She was united in marriage to Lawrence Bills, Sr. on October 18, 1958. Besides owning her own restaurant, she held many jobs throughout her life. She treasured most...

Patricia Altergott

Patricia Altergott

Mar 23, 2025

Patricia passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at Symphony Tri-Cities at the age of 56. The daughter of the late James and Jacqueline (Hodder) Jackson was born May 25, 1968 in Bay City, Michigan. Patricia worked at Saginaw Valley State University and sang with the SVSU choir. She was an avid Filker, worked security for various special events and...

Jared Wesley Frank II

Jared Wesley Frank II

Mar 21, 2025

Jared passed away at his home on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the age of 51. Jared was born May 19, 1973 in Bay City, Michigan, he loved animals, fishing, hunting, teasing his sisters and was always willing to lend a helping hand, but most of all Jared enjoyed spending time with his family.

Jared is survived by his mother, Geraldine...

Mary E. Irby

Mary E. Irby

Mar 20, 2025

Heaven gained the most lovable angel on the first day of Spring. Our sweet, kind, loving sister, aunt, niece and friend passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Gladwin Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at the age of 64. She was born on April 16, 1960 to the late Van and Elizabeth (Weiler) Irby Jr. in Bay City,...

Ardythe Ann Arnold

Ardythe Ann Arnold

Mar 20, 2025

Ardythe passed away, Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Brian’s House with her family by her side at the age of 77. She was born March 11, 1948 to the late Arthur and Loretta (Smart) Streu in Bay City, Michigan. Ardythe was the owner of Gift Box and was very dedicated to her family and her business endeavors. It was important...

Sharon Kay Marchlewicz

Sharon Kay Marchlewicz

Mar 17, 2025

Sharon passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region at the age of 68. The daughter of the late Julian and Helen (O’Hare) Marchlewicz was born January 4, 1957 in Bay City, Michigan. Sharon was a devout catholic and a member of St. Jude Thaddeus Parish. She started off as a co-op student for the school counting...

Christa Bessette "Biene"

Christa Bessette "Biene"

Mar 16, 2025

Christa Bessette was born November 7th, 1936 in Berlin Germany. Christa made her transition on March 16th 2025 after a brief but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

As a German immigrant, she knew hardship and was driven to improve the lives of others in any way she could. It seemed that she could never quite enjoy something unless she was sharing...

Kane Elliott Crockett

Kane Elliott Crockett

Mar 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Kane Elliott Crockett. Kane passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at McLaren Bay Region Hospital at the age of 28. Kane was born July 25, 1996 in Bellevue, Ohio and graduated from Clyde High School in 2014. Kanes life was filled with love, laughter, and unwavering devotion...

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