All Obituaries

Arlene Ann (Sochacki) McGivern, 77, passed away at home peacefully with her family and friends on December 21, 2022. She was reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband of fifty years, Jim McGivern, who died June 13, 2020.  Also, beside her was her loyal tea cup Chihuahua, Penny.  Born June 6, 1945 in Fisherville, Michigan, Arlene married Jerry Lederer who predeceased her at 41 and had two children, Kim and Starr.   She then met the love of her life, Jim McGivern and...

Cynthia K. Ostrander Saginaw, Michigan Cynthia Kay Ostrander, age 63 of Saginaw died unexpectedly Sunday May 28, 2023, at home. The daughter of the late Franklin and Olivia Thompson, Cynthia was born January 24, 1960, in Seattle, Washington. She moved to Saginaw in 1974. Cynthia was married to Paul E. Ostrander on January 22, 1979, in Saginaw and he preceded her in death on July 16, 2020. She was employed at Kroger’s for several years and retired in 2007. Cynthia loved her...

Robert D. Grubaugh Bridgeport, Michigan Robert David Grubaugh, age 48 of Bridgeport passed away Sunday May 21, 2023, at home following and extended illness. Robert was born February 26, 1975, in Saginaw. He was married to Carrie L. Tolfree on September 1, 2001, in Saginaw. Robert was employed as an auto mechanic prior to his illness. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking, carpentry, playing guitar, and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He is survived by his wife, Carrie, 2 children,...

Sandra A. Scoles Saginaw, Michigan Sandra Ann Scoles, age 81 of Saginaw passed away Friday, May 12, 2023, at Avista Care Home after an extended illness. Daughter of the late Joseph and Emma Achtabowski, Sandra was born March 7, 1942, in Saginaw. She was a 1960 graduate of Saginaw High School. She was a member of Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption Parish. Sandra loved baking, spoiling her pet dogs, and African Violets. Sandra was a huge NFL fan and especially her favorite team, the...

Agapito Mora Saginaw, Michigan Agapito Mora, age 61 of Saginaw passed away Sunday May 14, 2023, after an extended illness. The son of the late Frank and Margarita (Delgado) Mora, Agapito was born August 28, 1961, in Saginaw. He was a 1980 graduate of Saginaw High School. He was a butcher by trade and was most recently employed by Great Giant Supermarket in Saginaw prior to ill health. Agapito was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed being with his children and grandchildren, barbecuing, and...

Beatrice (Brietzke) Schalk Hawks, Michigan Beatrice (Brietzke) Schalk, age 99 of Hawks, Michigan passed away on Mother’s Day May 14, 2023, after a brief illness. The youngest daughter of Edgar and Eleanor (Paull) Rambadt, Beatrice was born August 2, 1923, on the Rambadt family farm in Belknap Township, six miles southwest of Rogers City, Michigan. She entered the Kingdom of God through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism on August 26, 1923, at St. Michael Lutheran Church in Belknap. At a...

Jesse D. Cuellar Saginaw, Michigan On May 16, 2023, we lost a beloved father, son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend, Jesse Cuellar. Born October 13, 1976, he was the youngest of his mother Connie’s three children and her only son. He enjoyed being one of the eldest cousins and nephews. He loved going to movies, sports, music, camping, coloring, video games, and being with his family especially his two daughters Zoie and Maria. His favorite team was the Dallas Cowboys,...

Richard A. Tomczak Saginaw, Michigan In the crazy town of Saginaw, Michigan, a legend has left his mark. Richard Alan Tomczak, also known as Rick, rode his motorcycle to the great beyond on May 7th, 2023, leaving behind a trail of love and laughter. Born on June 11th, 1958, Rick was a man of many talents, including being the ultimate dad figure to his family, and a BBQ master. He spent his life making cars look brand new as an auto painter at Saginaw Auto Collision. He was a perfectionist...

Joseph M. Hajduk Saginaw, Michigan Joseph Michael Hajduk, age 44 of Saginaw died unexpectedly on Sunday April 23, 2023, at home.  Joe was born March 9, 1979, in Charleston, South Carolina. His family moved to Michigan in 1989 and he graduated from Corunna High School in 1997. He moved to Saginaw in 1999 and was employed at Shooter’s Bar and later was hired as Kitchen Manager at Baywood Lounge and held that position for several years. Joe enjoyed playing golf, cards, and poker...

Agustin J. Lira Saginaw, Michigan Agustin J. Lira, age 68 of Saginaw passed away April 17, 2023, at home following an extended illness. The son of the late Francisco and Maria (Juarez) Lira, Agustin was born December 24, 1954, in Mexico. He married Constantina Escobedo, and their family moved to Saginaw in 2003 from Mexico. Agustin was employed by Clinkston & Sons Scrap Metal Co. until his retirement. Agustin enjoyed working and spending time with his family. Surviving are his wife,...