All Obituaries

Edward M. Beamon Saginaw, Michigan   Edward M. Beamon, age 58 of Saginaw passed away unexpectedly January 8, 2021 at home.  Son of the late Edward and Anne (Smith) Beamon, Edward was born February 28, 1962 in Saginaw. He was a 1980 graduate of Arthur Hill High School.  He then served over two years with the U.S. Army.  He married the former Tajah Turner in Chicago in 1996.  Edward was employed at Aleda Lutz V.A. Hospital at the time of his death.  He loved to...

Roberto Cavazos Saginaw, Michigan   Robert Cavazos, age 75 of Saginaw passed away January 21, 2021 at home after an extended illness.  The son of the late Miguel and Josephine (Torrez) Cavazos, Roberto was born March 5, 1945 in San Antonio, Texas.  He moved to Saginaw in the late 1950’s with his parents and family.  He was employed by General Motors in Saginaw prior to his retirement due to a disability. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

Diana G. Loudenslager Saginaw, Michigan   Diana Gail Daniels Loudenslager of Saginaw, Michigan, a woman of great virtue and class, has passed on to be with those who have preceded her to heaven. She was 78 years old and passed peacefully with her family at her side. She was a beloved mother of 5, grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 7. Diana Gail Daniels was born May 11, 1942 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Lewis and Marjorie (Burk) Daniels. Diana was retired from American...

. Jose Luis Garcia Saginaw, Michigan   Jose Luis Garcia, age 87 of Saginaw passed away December 20, 2020 at Ascension St Mary’s Hospital.  Jose was born July 23, 1933 in Monterrey NL, Mexico to the late Antonio and Del Refugio (Veliz) Garcia. He was raised in Harlingen, Texas.  He later moved to Saginaw, Michigan where he met and married Mary Teresa Martinez.  They were married for 69 years prior to his death.  In addition to his wife, Jose is survived by...

George P Smith Jr. Saginaw, Michigan   George Preston Smith Jr., age 41 of Saginaw passed away January 15, 2021 at Covenant Healthcare Harrison after a brief illness.  George was born May 28, 1979 in Mason, Michigan.  He engaged in farming and recently moved to Saginaw.  He is survived by his father George P. Smith Sr. Cremation has taken place.  

Debra Jo Swift Bay City, Michigan   Debra Jo Swift of Bay City passed away December 22, 2020 at McLaren Bay Medical after an extended illness.  Debra was born in Saginaw on March 2, 1953 to John Yancer and Lillian Emeott .  She was married to James R. Swift on September 11, 1972 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Saginaw, and James survives her. She is also survived by her six children; Jeremy (April) Swift, Jason Swift, Jenny Swift, Joshua Swift, James John Swift, Robert...

Christina Lee “Nina” Zietz Saginaw, Michigan Christina “Nina” Zietz, age 36 of Saginaw died unexpectedly January 5, 2021.  The daughter of Tamara Wade and Kelly Zietz was born February 3, 1984 in Saginaw.  She attended Saginaw Public Schools and was of the Lutheran faith. Nina loved animals, especially her pet cats and dogs that she had over the years. She also enjoyed hanging out with her family and friends. Surviving are her parents, Tamara L. Wade and...

George Gonzales Saginaw, Michigan   George Gonzales, age 84 of Saginaw passed away December 29, 2020 at home after a brief illness.  Son of the late Guearmo and Stephanie Gonzales, George was born April 23, 1936 in Hondo, Texas. He learned how to play the accordion at age 8 and later formed the Crystal Band and entertained audiences in Mid-Michigan for many years. George is survived by his children, Catherine Gonzales, Karen Gonzales Moon, and Ron (Cindy Robinson) Dixon;...

Antonio Martinez Saginaw, Michigan   Antonio Martinez, age 79 of Saginaw passed away December 26, 2020 at his home.  The son of the late Vincente and Florinda (Cardenas) Martinez.  Antonio was born December 19, 1941 in Linares, Mexico. He was married to the former Nancy G. Borjas and she preceded him in death in 2014. Antonio was a Machinist at Wilson Engineering prior to his retirement.  He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and was graduate of St. Joseph...

Judith Stutesman Alma, Michigan Formerly of Saginaw Judith A. Stutesman, age 83 passed away December 25, 2020 at the Masonic Pathways Home in Alma. The former Judith Ann Midcalf was born February 20, 1937 in Saginaw.  She was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School and then attended Nursing School for 1 year. She married James R. Stutesman on February 8, 1957 in Saginaw.  Judith was Head Housekeeper at Knights Inn Motel when she retired.  She loved collecting Basketball...