Gary Allan Pope
With love and remembrance, we announce the passing of Gary Pope, a devoted son, husband, brother-in-law, father and grandfather, who left this world on April 12, 2026 after a long journey with cancer. He was 85. Born in Negaunee, Michigan, to Agnes (née Latvala) and C. Allan, Gary was raised in Ann Arbor alongside his “favorite” sister, Marcia (Westfall). As a youngster he was active in Boy Scouts, an experience that helped shape his character, foster...
Thomas Toon
Thomas Toon, age 84, passed away at his home Sunday, March 29, 2026. He was born March 24, 1942 in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Harry Edward and Maxine Dolores (Koeppen) Toon. Tom graduated from Dexter High School in 1960. He then went on to Eastern Michigan University for his undergrad in Chemistry. Tom completed his PhD in English from U of M in eighteen months. He was a Professor at the University of Utah for...
Alan Mark Laeder
Alan Mark Laeder, age 67, passed away March 23, 2026, at his home in Chelsea. He was born December 7, 1958, in Monroe, Michigan, the son of Leroy and Betty (Sachs) Laeder. Alan was a caregiver and friend to many in the community. He was a practical joker and prankster. He was giving and had a generous heart. Alan worked with children in the special ed program, was a hospital tech, and worked at the post...
Cynthia Ann Corpron, M.D.
Cynthia Ann Corpron, M.D. of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Ann Arbor, Albany, New York, and Houston, Texas Age 64, returned to the Lord peacefully, Thursday, March 19, 2026, in Glazier Commons at the Chelsea Retirement Community. She was born February 14, 1962, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of Richard Earl and Beverly Jane (Crabill) Corpron. Cynthia grew up in Ann Arbor, where she played viola and piano for the Michigan Youth Symphony, and graduated from...
Christine K. Augustine
Christine K. Augustine, age 73, of Dimondale, Michigan, went to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on March 20, 2026, following a battle with cancer. She was born on February 8th, 1953 in Ludington, Michigan, the daughter of Dale and Helen (Zynda) Augustine, 8 minutes before her twin sister Cathy arrived. Christine graduated from Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1971. She then graduated from the dental hygienist program at Washtenaw community college and...
Roy Neil Petsch
Roy Neil Petsch of Ann Arbor, Michigan Age 92, went to be with the Lord, peacefully, Monday, March 16, 2026, at Chelsea Retirement Community in Kresge. He was born October 2, 1933, in Pinckney, Michigan, the son of Adolph Ronald and Ruth Dottie (Leffler) Petsch. Roy worked for the Chrysler Proving Grounds and then served in the US Army from 1953 – 1955, during the Korean War, as a Sergeant. After serving, he went back to...
Charles Alan “Charlie” Beutler
Charles Alan “Charlie” Beutler, age 51, of Chelsea, passed away March 8, 2026. He was born April 29, 1974 to Hal and Rosemary Beutler. Charlie loved bouncing up and down the hallways at High Point Center. His favorite past time was laying in the sun enjoying nature. He also enjoyed jingling keys on a key chain, oldies music, and people watching. He is survived by his mother; Rosemary Markel, sisters; Melissa (Mike) DeLuka of Westland and Ana...
Michael Vincent Spade
Michael Vincent Spade Age 54, of New Hudson, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea, went home to heaven peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Henry Ford Hospital in Novi. Mike was born November 24, 1971, in Southfield, Michigan, the son of Vincent Louis Spade and Patricia Susan (Andrews) Spade. Mike graduated from Chelsea High School in 1990, and went on to attend Bowling Green State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Theater and Fine Arts....
Michael Jason Rickerman
Michael Jason Rickerman of Ann Arbor, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea, and Knoxville, Tennessee Age 46, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at U of M Hospital due to cancer. He was born August 27, 1979, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Rick and Mary Ann (Staebler) Rickerman. Mike graduated from Chelsea High School, class of 1998. He was a member of the Professional Bull Riders Association and was a bull fighter (cowboy protection). He loved...
John Lyle Bowdish
John Lyle Bowdish February 15, 1944 – February 26, 2026 John Lyle Bowdish, age 82, of Saline, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on February 26, 2026. He was born February 15, 1944, in Stockbridge, Michigan, to Lyle Leslie Bowdish and Evelyn Louella (Stoffer) Bowdish. He graduated from Dexter High School and went on to become a Master Plumber, dedicating more than 50 years to the plumbing and pipefitting trade. He was a proud 50+...
Harry Cole Kipfmiller
Harry Cole Kipfmiller of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of Ann Arbor Age 90, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026, at his home. He was born December 30, 1935, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the son of Edward John and Kathryn P. (Cole) Kipfmiller. Harry graduated from Ann Arbor High School in 1954, and served with the National Guard from 1953 – 1961. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor. He worked as...
Edward J. Nys
Edward J. Nys of Chelsea, Michigan, formerly of North Port, Florida Age 94, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at home under hospice care. He was born January 24, 1932, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the son of Joseph Louis and Arlene Edith (Kollman) Nys. Ed graduated from Bergland High School in the Upper Peninsula, and then served in the Air Force for 4 years. He later worked in HVAC. Ed is survived by his wife, Noreen...
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