All Obituaries

Joseph R. Tolfree Saginaw, Michigan   Joseph R. Tolfree, age 66 of Saginaw passed away April 20, 2021 at Covenant Healthcare after a brief illness.  The son of the late Joseph and Bsma Tolfree, Joseph was born August 1, 1954 in Saginaw.  He married the former Patricia A. Munro on September 15, 1973 in Saginaw. Joseph was employed by Owens Contracting of Saginaw for over 20 years prior to his retirement. He enjoyed woodworking, cooking, puzzles, and watching Soap Operas on...

Eliseouziel R. Bauza Jr. Saginaw, Michigan   Eliseouziel R. Bauza Jr., age 20 of Saginaw died April 12, 2021 from injuries suffered in a traffic accident earlier that morning. Eliseouziel was born December 6, 2000 in Saginaw and was a graduate of Bridgeport High School.  He was employed by Dupont Company in Hemlock.  He was a member of the Apostolic Assembly. His family includes his great-grandmother, Margaret Aguilera and great-grandfather, Rev. Jesus Aguilera (Deceased);...

Raul F. Perez Saginaw, Michigan   Raul F. Perez, age 87 passed away April 9, 2021 at Samaritas Senior Living after an extended illness. Raul was born March 22, 1934 in Edinburg, Texas.  He married the former Dolores Castillo on November 18, 2000. He was employed at General Motors in Saginaw and retired in 1987.  He was a member of UAW Local #593 and the Knights of Columbus. He was member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where he was a volunteer for many years and served on...

Jeffery Arthur Hoffman Saginaw, Michigan   Jeffery Arthur Hoffman of Saginaw passed away April 16, 2021 at home at the age of 66 years. He was born November 10, 1954 in Saginaw to Harold Hoffman and Elaine Taylor. Cremation has taken place per his wishes. No Service is planned at this time.

Raymond Jay Wright of Villa Hills, Kentucky passed away suddenly April 10, 2021 in West Branch, Michigan from injuries suffered in a ATV accident, age 55 years. He was born on July 24, 1965 in Covington, Kentucky to Hasten and Mary (Cobb) Wright. Survivors include his wife Sherrie L. Wright. Cremation has taken place and no service is planned at this time.

Phyllis Evonne Francis East Tawas, Michigan Formerly of Saginaw     Phyllis Evonne Francis, age 94 passed away March 22, 2021 at Tawas Village Assisted Living Home.  Phyllis was the widow of the late Bruce W. Francis. A complete obituary with date and time of service will be announced later.

Vickie L. Cook Saginaw, Michigan   Vickie L. Cook, age 67 of Saginaw passed away March 9, 2021 at Covenant Healthcare after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late James and Ceola Cook, Vickie was born September 30, 1953 in Saginaw.  She was a Nail Technician and owned a Beauty Salon for some time and later was a Dental Assistant for Dr. James Braun prior to her retirement.  She enjoyed visiting the Casino. Surviving are 2 children, Shavon Diggs and Brandon...

Kevonte Moore Jr. Saginaw, Michigan   Kevonte Moore Jr, infant son of Kevonte Moore and Tamara McCoy passed away March 14, 2021 at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw. Cremation has taken place and no service is planned at this time.  

William R. Haas Saginaw, Michigan   William R. Haas age 69 of Saginaw passed away suddenly March 11, 2021 at home.  Son of the late Laverne and Olive Haas, William was born May 16, 1951 in Saginaw. He was a graduate of Saginaw High School. He then attended Central Michigan University where he earned a master’s degree.  He had been employed with the communications department at radio Station WSGW prior to his retirement. He is survived by 1 son and 1 daughter, and by...

Henry R. Gomez Saginaw, Michigan   Henry R. Gomez, age 77 of Saginaw passed away suddenly on Friday, February 19, 2021 at Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital.  Son of the late Enrique and Isabel Gomez, Henry was born August 7, 1943 in Saginaw.  He was a 1962 graduate of Saginaw High School.  He enlisted with the U.S. Army in 1963 and was awarded an honorable discharge on October 28, 1966.  He met his bride, the former Guadalupe Olivarez Gonzales and they were...