McWilliams Funeral Home

09/08/2026

Penny Dowling, born July 2, 1964, in Sault Ste. Marie and passed away on September 4, 2026.

Penny was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was the daughter of Carol Ulch and was predeceased in death by her father, Richard Ulch. She was also prec...

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09/04/2026

It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of Shirley Mae Thompson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Shirley left this world peacefully on August 28, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 4, 1938, in the...

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09/03/2026

Donald Lee Deadman, 88, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, at home surrounded by his family.

Don was born in Alpena on January 23, 1938 to Austin and Thelma Lee Deadman. He grew up on State Street (Thompson Park), where he enjoyed the water, boating, and doing acrobatics with friends...

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09/03/2026

Adolph John “John” Paulitch, 90, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

John was born November 19, 1935, in Ecorse, Michigan, to the late Julia (Mihalich) and Rudolph Paulitch. He was one of eight children, growing up alongside his siblings Dorothy (Stamper), Ralph, Naomi (T...

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09/01/2026

Lowell D. Weide, 67, of Lachine, passed away on August 31, 2026. He was born on August 7, 1959, to Roy and Laurine (Kowalski) Weide and grew up in the Alpena area, where he developed the strong values and steady character that would guide him throughout his life. He was a proud graduate of Alpena Hi...

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08/28/2026

We are sad to share that our mother, Joyce May Wirgau, passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 97. She was active until her last day and died at her home, which was a wish of hers. She was born on March 18, 1929, in Leer, Michigan to Arnold and Alice (Mielke) Christensen. She was raised on the...

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08/27/2026

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08/25/2026

Gloria Mae Woron, born on September 29, 1930, in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Alpena, leaving behind a life marked by creativity, devotion, and a spirited presence that touched many.
Gloria was known for her many interests and talents, each one reflecting her skilled talen...

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08/25/2026

David H. McNeil, 90, passed away the morning of August 22, 2026, at home in the care of his family.

David was born on September 6, 1935, in Alpena, Michigan, to his parents James and Helen (Greene) McNeil. He grew up in Alpena and was a graduate of Alpena High School.

On August 23, 1...

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08/23/2026

Bruce James Arlt, age 70, of Alpena, passed away on August 14, 2026, in Alpena. He was born on July 17, 1956, in Alpena, and lived a life marked by adventure, warmth, and a genuine love for the people around him.

Bruce was the son of the late Lloyd and Shirley (Brabant) Arlt. He grew up surr...

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