March 7, 1940 - Dec. 19, 2024 Patricia A. (Mytko) Thornton, 84, of Alpena, passed away Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, at Medilodge of Tawas City. Patricia LaFleure was born March 7, 1940, in Alpena, to the late Lawrence and Teressie (Knight) LaFleure. On Aug. 16, 1958, she married Joey Mytko. ...

Aug. 13, 1945 - Dec. 21, 2024 James Gregory Simmons, 79, of Alpena, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, at Medilodge of Alpena. James was born in Chicago on Aug. 13, 1945, to the late Harold and Evelyn (Benner) Simmons. He served in the United ...

June 2, 1928 - Dec. 24, 2024 Darlene June (Nevins, Shorkey) Yarch, 96, of Alpena, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Darlene June Benac was born on June 2, 1928, in Hillman, to Fred and Fern (Connon) Benac, Darlene lived a full and beautiful ...

Feb. 25, 1984 - Dec. 21, 2024 Melissa Cramer, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away Dec. 21, 2024, with her mother by her side, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Melissa fought a fearless battle against leukemia. Born on Feb. 25, 1984, in Alpena, Melissa ...

May 17, 1932 - Dec. 8, 2024 Clementine (Dolly) Bussieres, 92. Beloved wife of Gerard (Jerry) Bussieres and our loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and most recently great-great-grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt, and friend passed away quickly, surrounded by love. Her smile ...

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