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Rose Marie Johnson

MARQUETTE, MI- Please join Rose’s daughters, family and dear friends for an afternoon of memories, music, conversation, and celebration. We would love for you to be with us in sharing favorite memories, a special saying or why she made you laugh and love. Join us for connection, friendship, laughter, cocktails, food, dancing, flowers, and above all else, love. She did not want a sad farewell. Instead, she hoped for a joyful gathering where family and friends could reconnect, share stories, laugh together, dance, and celebrate a life beautifully lived just as she wanted. The feature ...

George, Susan (nee Kovach) and Gregory Nazarko

TRENARY, MI- Graveside services for George and Susan Nazarko and their son Gregory will be held on Friday, July 17, 2026 at the Mathias Township Cemetery in Trenary at 11:30 a.m. Susan died on May 1, 2022 at the age of 72. George died on August 3, 2022 at the age of 77. Gregory died on March 18, 2026. Military honors will be rendered for George. bowermanfuneralhome.net

Kevin J. Pietila

PAINESDALE, MI- Kevin J. Pietila, 64, of Painesdale, Michigan, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, at UP Health System-Marquette. A Celebration of Kevin's Life will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 3 to 6 pm at the Richmond Township Community Club. Fassbender Swanson Hansen Funeral and Cremation Services is assisting the family where memories may be shared at fassbenderswansonhansen.com

Lisa Alice Smale

CHRISTMAS, MI- Lisa Alice Smale, age 59, of Christmas, died with her husband at her side on Saturday, July 5, 2026 in Skandia, Michigan. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in Munising on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Lisa’s obituary and online guestbook may be found at bowermanfuneralhome.net

Donna M. Grady

MARQUETTE, MI - Donna M. Grady, 76. of Marquette, died Sunday, July 5, 2026, at UP Health System-Marquette. Honoring Donna's wishes, no services will be held. Fassbender Swanson Hansen Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family where memories may be shared at fassbenderswansonhansen.com

Jon G. Drake

GREEN BAY, WI / CHATHAM, MI - Jon G. Drake, age 66, of Green Bay, Wisconsin and formerly of Chatham, Michigan died unexpectedly at his home of natural causes on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Services will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until noon. Jon’s cousin, Brian Tweedale will officiate over his funeral service at noon. Interment will be at the Pine Grove Cemetery in Chatham following the funeral. Jon’s obituary and online guestbook may be viewed and signed at bowermanfuneralhome.net