Rosemary Blashill, 84, of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at Munson Medical Center surrounded by the love of her family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, nurse, public health leader, and faithful Catholic, Rosemary spent her life caring for others with extraordinary compassion and quiet strength even while enduring years of physical pain that she hid with her wonderful smile. She was the loving wife of Jim Blashill. They shared 59 incredible years together, raising their family in Detroit and Sault Ste. Marie, MI.

Born in the Irish settlement of Hubbardston, MI, she was the daughter of Owen and Bernice Burns. She bravely left her hometown after high school to attend Mercy School of Nursing in Ann Arbor, first serving in the burn unit before following her passion for leadership and education. She inspired future generations of nurses by teaching at Lake Superior State University before transitioning into public health, where she combined clinical expertise with a deep commitment to improving the health and well-being of entire communities.

She spent many years as a nurse administrator at the Chippewa County Health Department and the LMAS District Health Department, where her compassionate leadership touched countless lives. Her commitment to caring for others was further demonstrated by her work in Hospice and Home Health Care which eventually led her and several passionate colleagues to purchase a nursing facility that was at risk of closing so its vulnerable residents could remain in the community they called home. Following her retirement, Rosemary continued her lifelong mission of service as a consultant with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' Child and Adolescent Health Center Program. Grounded in the resilience and faith of her Irish heritage, she balanced an extraordinary career with an unwavering devotion to her family, always there for anyone who needed her, including many "bonus" children who also grieve her loss.

Rosemary lived her life a devout Catholic, never leaving home without a Father Solanus badge. She was an incredibly strong woman, yet so caring and loving. Her greatest gift was making people feel seen, welcomed, and deeply loved. Whether you were family, a lifelong friend, a colleague, or someone she had just met, she had a remarkable way of making you feel like you belonged. Caring for others wasn't simply her profession - it was the way she lived her life.

She is survived by husband Jim Blashill, children Lisa (Steve) Peacock, Deb Blashill (Chris McKee), Jeff Blashill (Erica), and Tim Blashill (Erin) and grandchildren Jacob Peacock (Olivia), Stacia Peacock, Caroline Peacock, Erin Peacock, Teddy Blashill, Josie Blashill, Owen Blashill, Jackson Blashill, and Glennie Rose Blashill, great grandchildren, Rory and Louise Peacock, brother Norm Burns (Jeanne), sister in law and brother in law, Mary Kay and Richard Manjerovic, as well as multiple nieces and nephews that she loved like her own children. She will be reunited in heaven with her parents Owen and Bernice Burns, as well as her siblings Ron Burns, Jean Ann Schafer, Carol Burns, Mike Burns, and Betty Burns. She is also deeply missed by her special nursing friends of over 60 years.

The legacy Rosemary leaves is measured not only by her accomplishments, but by the countless lives she touched with kindness, courage, and compassion.

The family will receive visitors at Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home, 305 Sixth St. Traverse City on Sunday, August 9, 2026 from 4 - 6 pm with a rosary beginning at 6 pm. Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Reverend Ken Stachnik at 11 am on Monday, August 10, 2026 at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Empire, Michigan with visitation beginning at 10 am.

Memorial donations can be directed to Hospice of the EUP or the Solanus Casey Center of Detroit, MI.

Floyd Leroy Cooper, age 85, of Sidney, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at home under the care of his family and Corewell Health Hospice and Palliative Care West Michigan. He was born June 29, 1941 in Lakeview, the son of Roy Harvey & Helena Louise (Larsen) Cooper. He worked at Electrolux for 40 years and loved to fish and hunt. Floyd is survived by his wife Mary of 63 years; six children Kelly Cooper, Karen Robinson, Keith Cooper, Roy Cooper, Kara Lee and Ryan Cooper; nineteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren; sister Barbara Laderman and his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his special caregivers Roy, Kara, Keith, Ryan, Samantha, Jacob, niece Joann Springer and Corewell Hospice. He was preceded in death by his parents; son Kevin Cooper and his sisters and brothers in law Dorothy (Bruce) Irish, Doris Merritt, Elva (Pete) Kelley and Grace (Leonard) Manley. There are no services planned at this time. Arrangements are by the Marshall Funeral Home Greenville. A complete obituary is available at www.5691.us where you can leave a message of condolence with the family.

Jacqueline Louise “Jackie” Copeland, age 87, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026 at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The daughter of Norris J. & Ava Elnora (Waldron) Sipperley, she was born on February 22, 1939 in Greenville, Michigan, and was a 1957 graduate of Greenville High School.

In her freshman year of high school, she began dating John Roger Copeland, whom she married on February 10, 1958 in Greenville. Together they enjoyed 68 years of marriage and raised two sons.

Jackie was always helping on the farm and had a love for all animals… especially cats and dogs. Blessed with a “green thumb”, Jackie enjoyed tending to her flowers and gardens, as well as cooking and baking, but found her greatest joy being with family and friends… especially her granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Christopher Copeland; and a brother-in-law, Robert "Bob" Beechler.

Surviving are her husband, Roger Copeland; their sons, Rick Copeland, and Ken & Judy Copeland; two granddaughters, Mykalia & Matthew Bolen, and Kendra Copeland; a sister, Marjorie Beechler; a sister-in-law, Linda Lake; and a life-long family friend, Patsy Raby.

Honoring Jackie’s wishes, no services will be held and burial at Eureka Township Cemetery will take place later. Instead of flowers, Jackie would have appreciated contributions in her memory to either The Marfan Foundation (https://marfan.org/donate/) or the World Wildlife Fund (https://www.worldwildlife.org/).

To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Jackie’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit:

www.MichiganCremation.com

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638.

Janet Ruth Hansen, 88, formerly of Edmore, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at her home in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin.

Janet was born on September 18, 1937, at the home of her parents, Robert and Shirley Andersen, in Trufant, Michigan. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Donald Hansen.

Janet is survived by her children, Lori (Randy) Brinks, Michael (Amber) Hansen, and Craig Hansen, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and her brother Wayne (Donna) Andersen. She will also be deeply missed by many dear friends, members of her church family, and other relatives.

Janet graduated from Lakeview High School in 1955. She married Donald Hansen on June 29, 1957. Janet worked as a beautician for many years and was active in her community. She enjoyed music, art, sewing, camping, and fishing. Above all, Janet cherished her family and her love for the Lord.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 17, 2026, at the First Church of God, located at 123 E Main St, Edmore, MI 48829, with Pastor Steve Gulick presiding. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until the time of service at the church. Janet will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery following the service.

The Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home is caring for the family. To place an online condolence, please visit www.olsen-gibson.com.

Dean Hart Hyde age 87 of Saranac, passed away August 6, 2026. He was born April 23, 1939, in St. Johns the son of Merle and Norma (Zoss) Hyde. Dean began his years of service while in high school as a state officer of the Michigan FFA and also enjoyed playing basketball, football and baseball while going to school at Carson City. He graduated in 1957 from Carson City and then attended Michigan State University where he received a degree in Agribusiness. He married Jean A. Hummel September 20, 1959, in Carson City. Dean would later join the Army serving from 1963 to 1965 as a military policeman in Munich, Germany.

He enjoyed coaching little league baseball for 9 years and he played on 3 different slow pitch softball teams for many years. Dean served on the Lakewood school board for 8 years and was proud to have handed each of his 3 children their diplomas. He served on the Pennock Hospital Board, National Agriculture Retailers Association Board, Union Bank Board and the Ionia County Advisory Board.

Dean was well known in several counties for his expertise in the agriculture business. He retired from Michigan Agriculture Commodities in 2010 and soon after started his own lawn mowing business which helped keep his grandson’s busy.

Dean is survived by his loving wife of almost 67 years Jean A. Hyde of Saranac. Children, Deena (John) James of Ada, Darla Hyde (Anthony Burroughs) of North Carolina and Darrin (Trina) Hyde of Clarksville. Grandsons, Jake (Alayna) Thole, Gerrit Klein, Hunter Hyde, Cooper James, Lane Thole, Justin James, Jeremy James, Dalton Hyde and Easton Hyde. Sister Kathy Miller of Dimondale. Several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Richard, Phillip, Gilbert, Gary and Ronald.

Cremation has taken place and there will be a Visitation at Pathway Ebenezer Center, 4960 Portland Road, Saranac on Sunday, August 9th from 2-4 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Elara Hospice (630 Kenmoor Avenue Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49546) or Ionia County 4-H (50 E. Sprague Rd., Ionia, MI 48846). Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Frankie Harold Lehman, age 80, of Fenwick, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in the comfort of his home.

Frank was born on April 14, 1946, in South Lyon, the son of Gerald and Donna (Townsend) Lehman. He was proud to enter the United States Air Force at the age of 17 during the Vietnam Conflict. Frank was stationed at Ubon Air Force Base in Thailand, and upon his return he married the love of his life, Susan Bock, on September 23, 1967, in Lake Mills, Wisconsin. Together they welcomed 3 daughters: Marian, Stephanie, and Heather.

An active man, in his younger years, Frank loved bowling, hunting, and fishing. He liked to always be on the go, which could explain his passion for racing and cars. Frank was known for his sense of humor, lack of filter, and STUBBORNESS. He enjoyed watching football and visiting with friends. Frank was also a proud, long-time member of VFW Post 5065 in Sheridan.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sue; daughters Marian Lehman, Stephanie (George) Lehman, and Heather Lehman-Genson; grandchildren Brandon (Heather), Tristen Genson, Bryce (Autumn) Genson, and Sophia Lehman; great-grandchildren Ford of Arizona, and Oliver Genson; brothers Kenneth Wayne (Michelle) Lehman, Gerald Michael Lehman, and Shorty (Diane) Lehman; sisters Linda Newcomb, Laura Jean Lehman, and Marlene (Gary) Macgregor; sister-in-law Patti Lehman; dear friends Terry Sr. and Scott; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother Skeeter Lehman.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 2-4 pm at Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Crystal (521 S. Main St, Crystal, Michigan). Those wanting to offer a donation in lieu of flowers may contribute to Cannonsville Critters Adoption Room (www.cannonsvillecritters.org) or an animal shelter of your choice. To view Frank’s obituary or to leave a condolence for his family, please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com.

Alice May McMeeken, age 93, of Greenville, Michigan, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026 at her daughter’s home surrounded by the love of her family and under the care of Corewell Health Hospice.

The daughter of Edward & Hazel (Clifford) Soss, she was born on August 18, 1932 in Greenville, and was graduate of Greenville Senior High School.

Alice retired from The Daily News, where she worked as a layout technician when the newspaper was prepared for printing by hand. A life-long avid reader, Alice also enjoyed gardening, and cooking and baking for her family and friends, but time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her the most joy. She had been a member of the Ray I. Booth American Legion Post No. 101 Ladies Auxiliary and delighted in trips to the casino.

She was preceded in death by her parents; nine brothers and sisters; two husbands, Gayle Petersen in 1981 and Ernest E. “Ernie” McMeeken in 2008; a daughter, Kelly (Petersen) Rasmussen in 2023; and a great-granddaughter, Sage Gilbert in 2009.

Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Tracy & Bob Gilbert of Greenville; her grandchildren, Chris & Angie Gilbert of Grand Rapids, and Jama & Josh Ingersoll of Trufant; three great-grandchildren, Gwen Gilbert, Sullivan Gilbert, and Jameson Ingersoll; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.

Honoring her wishes, no services will be held and burial will take place privately at Rest Haven Memory Gardens in Belding.

To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Alice’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit:

www.MichiganCremation.com

Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638.

Patrick William Peiffer, 79, of Williamsburg, passed away on July 31, 2026 at Sunrise of Cascade in Grand Rapids with his family by his side.

Pat was born on July 12, 1947 in Saint Johns to the late Eugene and Colleen (Miller) Peiffer. He grew up in Carson City, spent time in Grand Ledge and later moved to Traverse City in 1979.

On October 20, 1979 he married Joyce Johnson in Traverse City.

Pat was an auditor for the State of Michigan for 35 years. He retired from the Department of Social Services in 2009.

Pat enjoyed all of his time spent on the family farm in Carson City and winters spent in Arizona. His hobbies included golfing, fishing, hunting and his dogs.

Pat was preceded in death by his parents and brother Michael "Duke".

Pat is survived by his wife of 46 years, Joyce, sons Joshua (Terese), Jason, and Scott; grandchildren Lawson, Penn, Jackson, Audrey, Owen and Finn; siblings Tim (Jeanne), Kathy (Mike) Foley, Karen and Craig; and many extended family members and friends.

In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. Memorial contributions in his honor may be directed to Cherryland Humane Society.

Please visit www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com to share your memories with his family.

Max Duane Pinkney, age 91, of Ionia, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026, at McLaren Center Michigan Medical Center in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. He was born June 27, 1935, in Gratiot County, Michigan, the son of Gerald and Crystal (Sanders) Pinkney. He married Joanne McMillan on November 28, 1959, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston, Michigan.

Max proudly served his country in the United States Army from August 18, 1954, until his honorable discharge on August 4, 1956. He worked for the State of Michigan, retiring in 1988. After retirement he developed, owned, and operated Pine Haven Estates in Pewamo for over 30 years.

Max was a faithful member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and was active with the Knights of Columbus, Ionia Moose Lodge, the American Legion, Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club and a member of the TPA.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting and attending car shows. Some of his favorite times were spent in his pole barn where he welcomed and entertained many friends. He especially loved spending time with family and friends, and the many memories shared at his cottage.

Max is survived by his loving wife of 66 years Joanne Pinkney; his children Sue A. (Joe) Hengesbach, Karen (Bill) Brewer, Lisa (Dave) Silsbury; five grandchildren and their spouses; ten great-grandchildren; his siblings Terry (Rebecca) Pinkney, Sharon Bennett, Sandra (Jerry) Green, Carol Fox; and many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law and close friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Crystal; sisters Ardis and Beverly; mother and father-in-law; brothers-in-law; and many special friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 11 am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Hubbardston. Visitation will be held from 9:30 am until the time of services at the church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to an organization of choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Carson City. To view Max’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com