Cremation Society of Mid-Michigan

08/19/2026

Joyce Elaine Sharrow, age 91, of West Branch, passed away peacefully at her home on August 15, 2026. A lifelong resident of West Branch, Joyce was born on March 24, 1935, in Mancelona, Michigan, to Samuel and Elsie (Fraser) Brown. She graduated from West Branch High School in 1953 and married the love of her life, Robert Sharrow, on October 30, 1954. Together, they shared 71 years of marriage, building a beautiful life and family.

Joyce worked at Tolfree Memorial Hospital and later worked as a secretary in Dr. VanOosten’s medical office. She was a longtime member of the Ogemaw Hills Free Methodist Church, where she served as treasurer for many years. She was also a member of the Free Methodist Women’s Missionary Society, the Good Sam Camping Club and the Red Hats Group.

While Joyce gave much of herself to her church, work, and community, her greatest love and joy was always her family. She treasured gathering together for holidays and family reunions, and she never missed a ...

08/19/2026

Gerald Thomas Hovis, known to family and friends as Jerry, passed away on July 28, 2026, in Saginaw, Michigan, at the age of 93. Jerry was born on September 3, 1932, in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of Curt and Ruth (Corson) Hovis. He lived a long and meaningful life marked by intelligence, curiosity, and a spirit of adventure that touched everyone who knew him. He faced his final days with the same quiet strength and determination that guided him throughout his life, passing away after a courageous battle with myelodysplastic syndrome, pancytopenia, and heart and renal disease.

Jerry is survived by his former wife and the mother of his children, Sharon Joyce, and by his two daughters and two sons, Helen (Hovis) and Ralph Campbell of Wixom, Michigan, Ruth (Hovis) and Tom Haefner of Livonia, Michigan, Gerald T. Hovis Jr. and Kristy Wallmo of Silver Spring, Maryland, and Richard Hovis and his partner Sean Zahul of Del Ray, Florida. He was a proud grandfather to Kyle Martin, Kelli and ...

08/18/2026

Planning ahead is one way to make things a little easier for the people you care about.

By pre-registering with the Cremation Society of Mid-Michigan, Inc., you can provide important information ahead of time, make your wishes known, and help ease the burden on your loved ones when the time comes.

Contact us to learn more about how simple it is to pre-register.
www.cremationsocietymidmi.com

08/17/2026

A great resource for anyone interested in learning more about the VA burial benefits available to veterans and their families. 🇺🇸

Understanding these benefits ahead of time can help families make informed decisions and ensure veterans receive the honors and benefits they have earned through their service.

If you or someone you know has questions about VA burial benefits, military honors, or planning ahead, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to answer your questions and help guide you through the process.

One conversation can make a difference. Talk to your grandpa about his service and earned benefits.

To learn more about state of Michigan veteran benefits, please visit Michigan.gov/VeteranBenefits

08/16/2026

Today is the first day of the Midland County Fair, MI ! 🎡

We are excited to be here! Stop by our booth, say hello, and let us answer your questions!

While you’re there, sign up to win our Summer Giveaway Bag!⛱️

We look forward to seeing you at the fair!

08/14/2026

Today, we were proud to support the Large Animal Auction at the Shiawassee County Fair by purchasing Shiawassee County Fair Attendant Myleigh’s sheep! 🐑🍀

Congratulations to Myleigh and all of this year’s 4-H exhibitors on their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments. Raising and showing an animal takes months of responsibility and commitment, and it was wonderful to see their hard work celebrated at the auction.

At Cremation Society of Mid-Michigan, Inc., supporting the communities we serve means investing in the young people who make them strong. We’re proud to support 4-H and the next generation of community leaders—making the best better! 💙🍀

08/14/2026

In Memory of Mary “Delores” Cox (Zayac)
Swartz Creek, MI (formerly of Flint, MI)
February 16, 1932 - August 8, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we share that our 94 year old mother, Mary “Delores” Cox, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026, following a short battle with Stage 4 liver and bone cancer.

Mary was the mother of 10 children, and she was surrounded by several of her children when she passed. Her love for children, however, extended far beyond our immediate family.

Beginning in 1963, our parents began sponsoring children through PIME, choosing to support the same number of children as they had of their own. As our family grew, so did the number of children they sponsored. Ultimately, they supported 10 children in India at a time. Over the course of 63 years, their generosity and commitment helped hundreds of children and families.

This was an important part of our mother’s life and a reflection of the compassion, faith, and love she shared so freely with ...

08/13/2026

Edward Coffindaffer of Quanicassee passed peacefully at home with family. Ed enjoyed woodworking, taxidermy, and spending time with family and friends. Ed retired from Michigan Sugar where he met great friends who became family as well.

Ed is survived by his wife Louise, of 52 years; two daughters, Bridget (Steve) lasecki of Bay City, and Valerie Zuzga of Quanicassee; grandchildren, Madison and Sadie lasecki and Courtney, Allison, and Hunter Zuzga; his mother, Anna Coffindaffer; brother, Glenn Coffindaffer; and many nieces and nephews. Edder will be missed by so many. A Celebration of Life will be at a later date. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com Arrangements made with the Cremation Society of Mid Michigan.

08/11/2026

Our compassionate team is here to walk beside you through life's most difficult days, providing support, comfort, and guidance every step of the way.

Here for you when you need us—today, tomorrow, and every day of the year.

08/08/2026

The Cremation Society of Mid-Michigsn Inc. team is proud to have been a sponsor of the Isabella County Youth and Farm Fair!🎡🌾

As a family owned business serving families throughout Mid-Michigan, we are honored to support the communities we serve and the traditions that bring families, friends, and neighbors together.

We’re proud to support this wonderful community event and hope everyone has had a fun and memorable week at the fair! 💙