Portrait of William Alfred Osborn

William Alfred Osborn

, Michigan

October 7, 2026

William Alfred Osborn age 83 of Adrian passed away peacefully on October 8 2026 at Hospice of Lenawee surrounded by his loving children.Born on December 20 1942 to William Charles and Rosemary Helen Skok Osborn Bill grew up in Ithaca... The family of William Alfred Osborn created this Life Tributes page to make it easy to share your memories. Be the first to post your most treasured memory of William. Show your support by sharing a personal message story or meaningful photo or video. On behalf of the family we encourage you share your personal experiences and preserve the memory of William for future generations to come.

Portrait of Lila Mae Butts

Lila Mae Butts

, Michigan

October 11, 2026

ADRIAN - Lila Mae Butts, age 87, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Charlotte Stephenson Manor, with her husband by her side.She was born on August 10, 1939, in Dundee, Michigan, to Carl and Mildred (Bolster) Spaulding. On November 12, 1955, in Tecumseh, she married Willis “Bill” Edward Butts Jr. Together they shared over 70 years of marriage.Lila worked as a custodian at Blissfield High School for 22 years. She was also a member of the Church of God in Adrian. Among her many contributions there, she made and sold potholders to raise money for the church kitchen, which came to be known as Lila’s Kitchen.In her free time, Lila enjoyed gardening and canning. She also enjoyed camping and belonged to the Outdoor Adventure Club. For 47 years, she and her family owned a place in Leota, Michigan.To cherish her memory, Lila leaves her loving husband, Bill; two…

Portrait of Donald Emmett Garner

Donald Emmett Garner

, Michigan

October 11, 2026

Britton—Donald Emmett Garner, age 87, passed away Monday, October 12, 2026, unexpectantly at ProMedica Toledo Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born in Salem, Illinois on July 23, 1939, to Carol Henry and Martha (Williams) Garner. On May 19, 2005, Donald married Brenda Humphres and their home in Britton, and they have spent 21 wonderful years together, and she survives.Donald enjoyed fishing, especially in Lake Erie for Walleye. Playing golf, and any kind of train, and he also had a large collection of Train Conductor Hats. He and Brenda enjoyed being part of the Goldwing Road Riders Chapter W group and riding all over. He also found great joy in plowing snow.Donald is survived by his wife Brenda, children; Chirstine (Raymond) Knowles, Bradley (Connie) Garner, Kimberly Garner, Debra Garner, and Sherri (James) LaGore, , 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, Brenda’s children and grandchildren who Donald thought of as his…

Portrait of Ronda Gowell

Ronda Gowell

, Michigan

October 11, 2026

ADRIAN-Ronda Sue Gowell age 78 of Madison Hights passed away on October 12, 2026 at Hospice of LenaweeRonda was born on June 19, 194 in Alma to Samuel B, and Bessie Mae (Kellog) Cole. Ronda after high school would go on to get her doctorate in veterinary medicine.Ronda was married to Elmer Gowell on March 22, 1974. They resided on a family farm in Rothbury. She maintained a large animal veterinary practice working with several dairies from Muskegon to Pentwater. She eventually opened the Country Clinic for small animal care as well.Starting in 1989, she also worked part time for the State of Michigan Racing Commission, overseeing harness racetracks. In 1994 she faced her worst cancer battle and was told she might never walk again. Not only did she walk, she re-learned to ride her bike, cross country ski & rollerblade. 1995 brought big changes, as she divorced, closed the…

Portrait of Corbin David Mccowan

Corbin David Mccowan

, Michigan

October 10, 2026

MORENCI— Corbin David McCowan of Jasper, passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 25 as the result of an automobile accident.Corbin was a loving father, brother, son, grandson, and friend. He enjoyed riding three-wheelers, all things country and being around his family. One of Corbins favorite things to do was “hit a rickys on them”.Corb-O had a passion for rapping, and you would often find him in the studio making beats. Corbin’s energy was contagious and could have a room full of people laughing right after he walked in. He lived life fearlessly and without regret.Corbin McCowan grew up in Lyons, Ohio and spent most of his youth riding bikes around town, playing video games and making friends with neighborhood kids. He moved to Jasper, Michigan as a teenager and continued doing what he loved, which included ripping sippertabs with the boys.Corbin was an extremely loyal man…

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