Frances Laird—mother, grandmother, writer, Russian scholar, activist, gardener, and lover of books, art, music, film, and the outdoors—died on June 8, 2025; her beloved husband of 60years, Campbell, was at her side. Frannie was born in 1940 and grew up in the village of Stockbridge, Michigan, the second offour children of Harriet and Dr. Sidney […]

Mary Sue “Dolly” Ward, age 88, of Charlotte, MI, formerly of Bunkerhill Twp., MI, passed away on May 18, 2025 in Potterville, MI. Mary was born on November 5, 1936 in Ann Arbor, MI, the daughter of Walter and Frances (Fauser) Joseph. She married Junior James “Jim” Ward, and they were married for 50 years. He passed […]

Richard Allen McDonald, “Rich,” age 59, of Pleasant Lake, MI,  passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. Rich was born October 14, 1965, in Ann Arbor, MI, to Bob and Tish (Gaishin) McDonald. He graduated in 1983 from Pioneer High School where he played hockey and band. He […]

Joanne Randall, of Munith, MI, passed away at her home on March 23, 2025. Joanne was born and raised in Northwestern Iowa, the oldest daughter of Richard and Dorothy Van Voorst. She grew up on their family farm in Sioux Center, a small and close-knit community known for its expansive fields and rich Dutch heritage. […]

Robert Edwin Collier, of Jackson, MI, age 96, passed away on May 6, 2025 at the Jackson County Medical Care Facility. He was born on April 8, 1929 in Chambersburg, PA, the son of John Edwin and Geraldine (Lear) Collier. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the US Airforce, where he served until […]

John David Twining, age 62, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on May 4, 2025, at Trinity Health–Ann Arbor Hospital. He was born on April 25, 1963, in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Richard and Marilyn (Kaufman) Twining.John had lived in the Stockbridge area since 1997, and prior to that he lived in Ann Arbor. […]

Hollace Ann “Holly” Steffey, age 73, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away on April 17, 2025, in Lansing, Michigan. Holly was born on November 28, 1951, to John “Jack” and Phyllis (Blanchard) Huston. She graduated from Grand Ledge High School in 1970. Holly met Larry Steffey while attending classes at Michigan State University. They were married […]

Donald R. Byrd, age 76, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away on February 22, 2025, at his home. He was born on August 28, 1948, in Robbins, TN, to Hubert and Marie (Wright) Byrd. Donald worked as a master electrician for many years. On August 28, 1987, he married Theresa M. (Lukenich) in Las Vegas. He […]

Donald James Sharbowski, age 74, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away on March 19, 2025, at his residence. He was born on March 6, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to Walter and Bertha (Heleske) Sharbowski. Donald retired as a meat cutter from the Plymouth Kroger Store. Nine years ago, he relocated from Livonia to the Stockbridge area. […]

Paul L. Runciman, age 77, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital on March 11, 2025. He was born the son of Gerald A. and Rhea I. (Brower) on March 1, 1948. Paul was a veteran of the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War while stationed in Korea. […]