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Charles Arthur Welbaum, 95, of Alpena passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021 at his home. Charles was born in Allen County, Indiana on December 4, 1925 to the late Harrison and Faye (Hiser) Welbaum. He proudly served in the United States Army both in Panama as military police and in the Aluetian Islands, Alaska during the World War II conflict as a Battalion Gunner on “Attu”. After his discharge in 1947, Charles met the love of his life on a blind date. He and Venita Standish were...

Daniel Lee Kanarr, 76, of Alpena went to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, January 16, 2021 at MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Dan was born in Alpena on March 28, 1944 to the late Benjamin and June (Hachmuth) Kanarr.  On June 22, 1964, he married Nancy Urban.  Dan served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, until his honorable discharge.  He was an active member of Word of Life Baptist Church, serving many roles.  He enjoyed sailing, traveling...

Trevor Micheal Fischer, 17, of Alpena passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021 at his home. Trevor was born in Detroit on August 28, 2003.  He attended Pied Piper School. He enjoyed life and was a happy boy. Surviving are his mother, Tiffany Roberts; father, Jeremy Fischer; siblings, Colin, Kylee, Charlee, Connor, Liam; grandfathers, William Roberts, Michael Burnham; great grandmother, Sheryl LaRoche; special aunts, Chelsy Burnham, Jessica Roberts, Alley Roberts; several aunts, uncles...

Cherryl “Cher” Lynn Allen, 72, of Alpena passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Cherryl Lynn Anderson was born in Alpena on September 27, 1948 to the late Clarence and Mary (Dinsmore) Anderson. In 1968, she married Philip Allen, together they had 3 sons. On December 10, 1998, she married Robert “Race” Race. He preceded her in death on January 2, 2014.  She graduated from the University of Michigan in 1970 with a...

Jennifer Marie Jones, 40, of Alpena passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at her home. Jennifer was born in Alpena on October 9, 1980 to Thomas and Jane (Szymanski) Jones.  She graduated from Ferris State University hospital administration and enjoyed going to Belle Bay, concerts and listening to music.  She was an avid contestant in the Brown Trout Women’s Classic for many years proudly taking first place in 2019. Surviving are her daughter, Taylor Raine Widajewski; father,...

Ricky Allen Bosner, 58, of Alpena died Friday, January 15, 2021 at his home. Surviving are his three siblings, Cindy (Jeff Heiler) Bosner, Desiree (Kenneth) Compeau, Angela (Jeremy) Talbot; several nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and many friends. A celebration of Life will take place in Illinois at a later date. Cremation arrangements by the Bannan Funeral Home.

James “Jimmy” Leroy Knorr Jr., 67, of Rogers City passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Jimmy was born on March 13, 1953 to James L. and Verna (Fox) Knorr. He enjoyed eating, animals, and puzzles. Surviving are his father James; sister, Jodi (Robert) Dines; two nieces, Alaini and Emmalia. He was preceded in death by his mother, Verna and brother, Kraig. A graveside service will take place in the spring. Arrangements by the Bannan...

Geraldine Jane Kaiser, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Medilodge of Green View in Alpena, Michigan. Geraldine Jane Henski was born on September 22, 1935 to the late Joseph and Jane (Romel) Henski. Gerry married Clare John Kaiser on October 8, 1955 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Alpena. They were married for 65 years and had four wonderful children. Geraldine worked for several grocery stores during her lifetime including A&P, Kroger, and Niemans. She absolutely loved...

Dianne Marie Miller, 72, of Alpena passed away Monday, January 11, 2021 at MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Dianne Marie Dombrowski was born on January 31, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan to the late John and Emma (Majewski) Dombrowski. She worked at People’s State Bank in Hamtramck and Madison Heights. Surviving are her four sons, Todd (Carmen) Miller, Jon (Melanie) Miller, Brett (Robyn) Miller, Matthew Miller; 11 grandchildren, Ryne, Emma, Riley, Monroe, Griffyn, Issac, Eathan,...

Tami Rae Townsend, 52, of Alpena passed away Sunday, January 10, 2021 at home. Tami Rae Little was born on December 21, 1968 in Canoga Park, California. She worked at Northwood Solutions. On May 15, 2004, she married Darin Townsend. Tami was a member of Friends Together. She enjoyed painting and camping. Tami was a friend and support to many people. Surviving are her husband, Darin; two daughters, Emily (Bryer) McGinn, Stephanie Melton; two stepchildren, Alan (Heather) Townsend, Tara...