All Obituaries

Elmer E. Thayer, known affectionately as Red to all who knew him, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024, in the Marlette Hospital Hospice. Born on August 19, 1950, in Sandusky, Red was a cherished son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. His warm presence and infectious humor brightened the lives of many. Red was the beloved son of the late Cletus and Justine (Trigger) Thayer. He grew up surrounded by a large and loving family, which included his two brothers, James (Julie) Thayer...

Lisa S. Haberl, known affectionately as Lisa to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at Autumnwood of Deckerville, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on August 1, 1960, in Warren, Lisa's zest for life, infectious laughter, and compassionate spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Lisa graduated from Tower High School in Warren in 1978, where she was known for her academic diligence and genuine kindness. She continued her...

Jean Margaret Meldrum, age 81, passed away Saturday April 6, 2024, in Autumnwood of Deckerville. Jean was born May 27, 1942, in Detroit. She attended Roseville Schools. She and here husband Howard Meldrum were long time residents of Sanilac County. Jean worked and retired from Midwest Rubber Company of Deckerville and her and her husband owned and operated the Golden Fawn Bar in Argyle. Jean was a member of the Deckerville Hospital Auxiliary and volunteered at the Deckerville Project...

Dr James L Turbok passed away March 21, 2024. Born July 28, 1933, Jim was originally from AuGres, MI where his family farmed.  He then attended Michigan State University where he graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine in 1957, following graduation he moved to Deckerville, MI where he was one of the founders of the Deckerville Veterinary Clinic, now known as Thumb Veterinary Services.  Jim and his wife Barb were mentors to many Veterinary students through the years as...

Brian L. Shagene, age 68, of Port Huron, died Friday February 23, 2024, in Medilodge of Ft. Gratiot. He was born November 30, 1955, in Cass City, the son of the late Jacob S. and Beatrice E. (Pike) Shagene. Brian grew up in the Deckerville area and attended Deckerville Community School, graduating in 1973. He attained two Associates Degrees and was a former delivery person for the Port Huron Times Herald. He was a member of New Covenant Church of God in Port Huron. He is survived by his...

Faye Marie Noble passed away February 10, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born March 10,1939 in Browning Montana to Erwin and Bernice (Cummings) Hale. She graduated from Deckerville High School in 1957. She married Robert Noble on September 3,1960 in Deckerville, MI and was happily married for 58 years. Faye loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and reached many people through her faith. She lived for her family, and in her perfect world the whole family would...

Frank Catalano Jr. of Deckerville, formally of Clarkston, MI. Born in Detroit, MI on April 17 th, 1939, and passed away on Sunday January 21, 2024, in the Martineze Retirement Home, Sandusky. Frank is survived by his wife Shirley (Moore) and children: Theresa Catalano-Reinhardt, Anne-Marie Reeves, Patricia (James) Flynn, Frank Catalano III; 7 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Frank served a 6-year obligation in the U.S. Air Force and worked for Grand Truck Western Railroad for 34...

E. David Reinelt, age 91, of Sandusky, died Tuesday January 16, 2024, in the Sanilac Medical Care Facility. He was born July 29, 1932, in Wheatland Twp., the son of the late Earl and Alberta (Phillips) Reinelt. David grew up in the Argyle/Deckerville area and attended Wheatland country school. He was a veteran of the US Army serving from 1955 to 1957. On September 23, 1967, he married Veda M. (Willis) Turner in Argyle. He owned and operated Reinelt Builders, building pole barns in the...

  Elva Jean Cleland passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on January 1, 2024, at Stonegate Village of Sandusky at the age of 90.   She was born on March 30, 1933, in Hazel Park, Michigan to the late Arthur F. and Alma Boldt and then moved to Palms, Michigan in 1945.  Elva graduated as valedictorian from Deckerville High School in 1951.  After high school, Elva attended the University of Michigan earning a Registered Nursing Degree in...

Margaret Doreen Goniwiecha, born February 26, 1941, passed away on December 25, 2023.  She was the daughter of the late Dorothy Schultz and Joseph Booms, Jr.  Margaret married the late Leslie Voorheis in 1961 and had 2 children; Leslie preceded her in death in 1964 and she then married the late Raymond Goniwiecha in 1965 and had five children.  She is survived by her children,Timothy (Elizabeth) Voorheis, Laura (Donald) Wolverton, David (Michelle) Goniwiecha, Karen Cooley,...