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James Gordon Westenbarger, 77, of Alpena went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 24, 2021, at his home surrounded by family. James was born in Flint on April 22, 1944, to the late Gordon and Ruby (Dorman) Westenbarger.  On June 14, 1973, he married Joyce Ingalls.  Jim taught school for Alpena Public Schools for many years retiring in 1998.  He was an active member of Alpena Free Methodist Church, serving on numerous committees over the years.  Jim was...

Kathleen Maureen Prevost, 80, of Alpena died Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Medilodge of Alpena. Kathleen Maureen Garrick was born in Flushing, Michigan on February 23, 1941, to the late Arthur and Maureen (Seymour) Garrick. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy. Surviving are her six children, Ann (David) Courtney, David (Teresa) Prevost, James (Becky) Prevost, Paul Prevost, Art Prevost, Steven (Jai) Prevost; 25 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; two great-great...

George Kenneth Hess, 100, of Alpena passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021, at Touch of Country AFC. George was born on October 12, 1920, to the late  Orcen and Marie “Mae” (Spitzbarth) Hess and married Norma Jean Spring on August 12, 1944.  She preceded him in death on July 8, 2015.  He served in the United States Army Air Corp during WWII and retired from the D&M Railroad in 1981.  He enjoyed collecting cut glass, stamps, coins, and model...

Betty Jean Reardon, 75, of Spruce passed away Friday, September 17, 2021, at MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Betty was born in Hazel Park on May 12, 1946, to the late Harold and Genevieve (Rich) Schepke.  Surviving are 3 children, Cathy (Sam Basner) Jasman, Danny (Jamie) Reardon, Genny Alianell; 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and a sister, Anna (Chuck) Ohlrich. She was preceded in death by a son, Kenny Hilborne. Cremation arrangements have been handled by the...

Henry Lee Cadarette, 73, of Alpena passed away Friday, September 17, 2021, of an apparent heart attack. Henry Lee Cadarette was born in AlpenA on February 12, 1948, to the late Henry and Clarise (Kramer) Cadarette.  He served in the United State Army during Vietnam War returning to Alpena where he owned and operated Cadarette Construction for many years.  Henry along with his mother, Clarise owned and operated the Maplewood Tavern until most recently.  He enjoyed wrenching on...

Francis Marie Ziesman, 85, of Ossineke passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021, at home. Francis Marie Seymour was born on September 22, 1935, in Hillman, Michigan to the late Thomas and Fannie (Pratt) Seymour. On May 5, 1956, she married Carl Ziesman. He preceded her in death on February 19, 2018. Francis was a school bus driver for 22 years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of Hope Lutheran Church and the Spruce VFW Auxiliary since 1951. Francis was a NEMSCA volunteer for many years...

Gerald (Jerry) Eugene Jones, 81, of Loganville, GA passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Gwinnett Northside Hospital. Jerry was born on December 17, 1939, in Alpena, Michigan to the late John and Nora (Newhouse) Jones. He served in the United States Navy for four years and the Army National Guard for 24 years. On April 10, 1961, he married Floy VanGuilder. She preceded him in death on January 20, 1993. Jerry was a member of Alpena VFW Post 2496 and enjoyed playing pool. He enjoyed...

Douglas Edward Ellsworth, 78, of Alpena passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital. Douglas Edward Ellsworth was born August 1, 1943, to Douglas and Elizabeth Twila (Ryan) Ellsworth. He considered Alpena his home and spent summers here while growing up. Douglas served in the United States Navy from 1960-1964, including tour to Vietnam. He began his career as a police officer in Shelby Township. Douglas had the distinction of being the youngest police...

Lois Jane Diedrich, 94, of Alpena passed away Monday, September 13, 2021, at home surrounded by family. Lois Jane Hopfinger was born on April 21, 1927, in Port Clinton, Ohio to the late John and Jenny (Conley) Hopfinger. On September 17, 1948, she married Bernard Diedrich. He preceded her in death on November 19, 1988. Lois was a member of All Saints Parish and Altar Society. She cherished her very large family and loved all the gatherings and family celebrations. Surviving are her 11...

Grace Campbell was born to Canadian immigrants, who later became United States citizens, George and Celestina Arsenault in Dearborn, Michigan, on October 22, 1927. She grew up speaking French and English. As a young girl, she was an accomplished ice skater, snow skier, and danced in ballet. Grace later attended Fordson High School in Dearborn, graduating ahead of her class in January 1945. Many young sailors and Marines would dance with her at USO dances toward the end of World War II. Grace...