The Obituary Section

Richard Raymond Gwizdala

, Michigan

November 16, 1973

Richard Raymond Gwizdala, 52, of Reese, and formerly of Fairgrove, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack while doing what he loved most, harvesting in the field.He was born on November 17, 1973, in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of the late Marion Gwizdala and Sandra Fader (Suppes). Richard grew up in the Akron and Fairgrove area and graduated from Akron-Fairgrove High School in 1991. From an early age, Rich developed a deep love for farming, beginning his work in the fields during his school years and perhaps even earlier. That passion only grew stronger with time, and for more than three decades he devoted his life to agriculture. Farming was never just a job to Rich. It was his way of life, his calling, and something he truly loved. He spent his life working the land, raising crops, and providing for his family through long days of hard work and…

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Jerry Lee Clark

, Michigan

October 10, 2026

Jerry Lee Clark, 91, of Hope, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026. He was born September 25, 1935, in Midland, son of the late Ralph E. and Grace E. (Hitsman) Clark. Jerry was always an ambitious man who never liked to sit still. He started his first job as a young teenager working for a local hardware store. In 1954, Jerry married the former Alma Jean Thompkins and the two started their family together. Always wanting to move on to bigger and better things to provide for his family, Jerry began working for Dow Chemical Company. He started as a janitor and worked his way up to a Master Craftsman, retiring after 25 years. Always the entrepreneur, Jerry had his hand in a little bit of everything. He ran a small engine repair shop, excavating company, ran a storage company, and numerous ventures in between. His most notable endeavors were…

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Shelly S. Kischnick

, Michigan

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Shelley Sue Kischnick (Hess), who took her final bow - unafraid and with an open heart - surrounded by her loving family at the age of 70. A woman of extraordinary strength with a heart to match. Her sense of humor and her sassy wit will not be forgotten. She was a devoted Mother of 3 Jeremy (Anne) Langenburg, Starla (Jeff) Fountain  & Steve Kischnick, a Grandmother of 4 (Jessica, Chase, Aly & Spencer) Great-grandmother of 2 (Westin & Kynzlee), she is survived by three brothers and one sister, she was also a wonderful aunt, and friend to many.Shelley was born on August 26th 1956 in Saginaw to the late Neil & Wilda Hess (Barrons) of Vassar MI where she attended Vassar schools and entered the workforce thereafter, married the late John Kischnick, she retired…

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John Canterbury

, Michigan

October 11, 2026

John William Canterbury, 81 of Midland, died Monday morning, October 12, 2026, at Brittany Manor in Midland. He was born November 12, 1944, in Ypsilanti, the son of the late Floyd D. and Alice A. (Gust) Canterbury.John is survived by his siblings, James F. (Gayle L.) Canterbury of Clio; Mary A. Sherman of Marshall, MN; William R. (Jane E.) Canterbury of Longmont, CO; Daniel J. (Sharon K.) Canterbury of Berthoud, CO; Robert C. Canterbury of Davison; many nieces and nephews, and a sister-in-law Sherry Canterbury of Gaylord. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Canterbury, and a brother Frank Canterbury.Funeral services for John will take place 2 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2026, from the Ware Smith Woolever Funeral Chapel, 1200 West Wheeler Street. Fr. Rob Howe will officiate with interment to follow in New Calvary Cemetery. John’s family will receive friends at the…

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Carol Ann Fahlsing

, Michigan

With great sorrow and sadness, I announce the passing of Carol Ann (Herman) Fahlsing, my beloved wife. I thank the Lord for taking away her pain and suffering.  Carol was born in Standish, Michigan on February 1, 1941, to the late Joseph and Anna (Setlock) Herman. She is survived by her husband, Kim Fahlsing; sister, JoAnn Bolks; nephew, Sean (Kathy) Bolks; their son Robert Jr.; and niece, Michelle Johnson.Carol grew up on her family’s farm and attended school where she enjoyed dance, gymnastics, and playing the clarinet in the marching band. Upon graduating, Carol went to work for the Bay City Times until she attained a job with the Dow Chemical Company in 1965. While with Dow, she worked as an office professional while also attending Delta College. Carol worked in several different departments throughout her career until retiring in 1996.During her retirement, she cherished her dogs, enjoyed dancing, listening…

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