Jane Goodall, the intellectual, soft-spoken conservationist renowned for her groundbreaking, immersive chimpanzee field research in which she documented the primates' distinct personalities and use of tools, has died. She was 91. The environmental advocate became a beloved household name who ...
Kim Mark Strieter, 70, of Lake Linden, passed away on Sept. 26, 2025, after suffering a heart attack at his home. He is survived by his two sons, Robert Strieter and Connor Strieter; his bonus children, Gabrielle Beaudoin and Al Chapman; siblings, Ted (Kay) Strieter, Doug (Jane) Strieter, ...
LIMINGA — Longtime area resident, Phyllis Gildersleeve, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, at the Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, Wisconsin. She was born Nov. 15, 1934, in Crystal Falls, Michigan, daughter of Peter and Marion LeGault. Phyllis attended ...
Raymond Glenn Gerard, of Calumet, passed away on Sept. 27, 2025, at Corewell Wayne Hospital in Wayne, Michigan. Ray was born on April 11, 1959, in Detroit, Michigan to Carl and Geri Gerard. Ray graduated from Franklin High School in Livonia, Michigan. He met the love of his life, Gail, and they were married in September of 2013. Ray was a handyman up until retirement. He worked in the tool and die industry, as well as learning his carpentry skills with Steve Winalis at Action Fire Insurance Repair. Ray loved to watch and cheer on all Detroit sports teams. He enjoyed playing ...
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP — Robert Ronald Saarinen, 77, of Franklin Township on Quincy Hill, passed away at his home on Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, following a lengthy illness. Bob was born on March 22, 1948, in Hancock to the late Oliver and Hilda (Maki) Saarinen and he attended local schools. He served in the United States Army in Vietnam for two years from 1966-68. He married Cheryl P. Kyro on July 18, 1969. She preceded him in death after 51 years together. Bob was employed by Dollar Bay Linoleum and Tile as a tile and carpet installer. He later took care of his disabled son, ...
The family of Raymond “Ray” Karvonen wishes to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported us during the passing of our beloved father. We are especially thankful for the kind words, prayers, flowers, memorial contributions, and acts of kindness shown. A special thank you to Pastor T.J. Stauffer, Glad Tidings Church and The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Mt. View Chapel of South Range for their care and assistance with the burial. We are truly grateful for your love, compassion, and support you brought to our family. With heartfelt thanks, The ...
