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Burial monument, Saint Mary of the Woods Catholic Cemetery, Barker Creek, MI

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Edward Alexander Chwastek, 74, of Kalkaska, passed away July 12, 2004, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Edward was born on June 6, 1930, in Detroit. He married Helen M. Gutowski on Feb. 11, 1961.
Edward served his country honorably in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. He worked at Shanty Creek for 27 years as a chef and retired in 1994. He was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church.
Edward is survived by his wife, Helen; children, Todd Edward (Renee) Chwastek, Linda (Craig) Barrett and Cyndie Witt, all of Kalkaska; and four grandchildren.
Memorials may be given in behalf of Edward to Munson Hospice, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, Mich. 49684-2386; North Country Hospice, P.O. Box 1087, Kalkaska, Mich. 49646, or American Cancer Society, 525 W. 14th St., Ste. 5, Traverse City, Mich. 49684.
- Detroit Free Press, 27 May 1979

 

  

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Katherine �Katie� Renee Konsella, 58, of Traverse City, passed away on July 1, 2025.
Katie was born on November 27, 1966, in Traverse City, Michigan, to the late Carl and Doris (Keene) Martin. She graduated from Traverse City Central High School in 1984 and went on to attend Michigan State University to further her education. Later, she worked to teach the community about health and nutrition, something she felt passionate about.
Katie had a deep love for music�especially rock �n� roll�and during her teens and twenties, she sang in several local bands. She had an incredible voice and a gift for writing heartfelt, beautiful songs.
One of her favorite hobbies was singing and playing guitar, bringing loved ones together, and filling gatherings with music and warmth. She loved sharing about different musical artists and their bands, often lighting up as she talked about their performances and the unique stories behind their songs. Katie delighted in learning and telling others about the history of musicians she admired, sharing details about their lives, the bands they were in, and the stories behind the music that meant so much to her.
During high school, Katie met the love of her life, Steve Martin Konsella. The two were married in 1986 and together raised five beloved children: Steven, Brittany, Kassandra, Nickolas, and Christian.
Katie was a devoted and loving mother to her children who meant everything to her. She was also passionate about all airshows and fighter planes, particularly the Blue Angels, and enjoyed sharing her enthusiasm for fighter planes with anyone who would listen. Katie loved attending the harness races at the fairgrounds, watching the Kentucky Derby and other horse races, a hobby she shared with her father. She also loved listening to Ernie Harwell call the Detroit Tigers game's over the radio on sunny summer afternoons with her dad, a memory she cherished.
Her deep affection for animals was evident in everything she did. Katie was an animal advocate who found joy in raising her horses and caring for her dogs, especially her beloved labs and husky. Even feeding the birds and squirrels meant so much to her, reflecting her heart of gold and the love she had for all animals.
Katie loved to laugh and had a great sense of humor. She rarely missed watching Saturday Night Live and enjoyed sharing a good laugh with those around her.
Katie will be missed by all those who knew and loved her.
Katie is survived by her loving children, Steven (Rachel) Konsella, Kassanda �Kassie� (boyfriend Steven Lyons) Konsella, Nickolas (Tamara) Konsella, Christian (Amber) Konsella, grandchildren, Reagan, Collyns, Alexandria, Sylis, Serenity, and Samson, her siblings, Cheryl Burnett, William (Susan) Dewar, Candace (Paul) Demianenko, her boyfriend Wayne (Pico) Mitchell Cockrum, Jr. of many years, and many other loving family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her infant daughter, Brittany, her husband Steve in 2014, her brothers Karl and Tom, and her brother-in-law Charlie Burnett.
A visitation will take place on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, beginning at 12:30 PM, followed by a funeral service at 1:30 PM Katie will be laid to rest at Grand Traverse Memorial Gardens immediately following the service with her husband Steve.
- Reynolds Jonkoff Funeral Home

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Wayne Roy Watson, 85, a lifelong resident of Kalkaska, peacefully passed away at his home on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. He was born on April 30, 1938, to the late Roy and Ardis (Cross) Watson. Wayne's legacy is one marked by love, laughter, and a deep family connection. A man with a zest for life, Wayne had an innate ability to bring joy to those around him. Wayne was the owner of his own excavating company and he enjoyed woodworking. He was known for his quick wit and joy of reminiscing. Despite life's challenges, he never uttered a complaint. His kitchen table was his meeting place, a testament to his welcoming nature and the love that surrounded him. Wayne enjoyed trout fishing, fly fishing, and time around farm animals, especially cows. His affinity for grilling and campfires made gatherings with friends and family unforgettable, creating cherished memories that will endure. A man of strength and determination, Wayne possessed a tough exterior, but his heart was truly giant. His love extended not only to his family but also to his loyal companion, his beloved dog Harley. Wayne Roy Watson leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience. As we mourn his passing, let us also celebrate a life well-lived and the memories we now cherish. He is survived by his loving wife of over 67 years, Sally (Cruse) Watson; three children Robin (Michael) Mamo, Wanda (Dan) Fritzsche, and Rita (Chuck) Snyder; grandchildren Ryan Haynes, Lucas Mamo, Matthew (Rebekah) Gerring, Aaron Mamo, James (Lindsay) Gerring, and Hannah (Ray) Fettes; great-grandchildren Hailey, Rylee, Landen, Jacob, Lucas, Brennan, and Jason; siblings Sandy, Dale, Arnie, Kathy, and Phyllis. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son Mark Allen Watson; son Roy Wayne Watson and brother Gordon Watson. A Celebration of Life will take place in the spring. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kalkaska Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
- Kalkaska Funeral Home

  

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Dan Rhoat, 55, of Kalkaska, passed away on October 14, 2017 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. He was born on May 10, 1962 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the son of the late, Gordon and Linda (Schmidt) Rhoat.
Dan is survived by his children, Daniel Scott Rhoat, and Amber Renee Eggars, both of Kalkaska; grandchildren, Hunter Rhoat, Natalie Rhoat, Fischer Rhoat and Aries Eggars; his sisters, Amy M. (George) Raymond of Kalkaska, Ann L. (Mike Pudlo) Rhoat of Montana; the mother of his children, Barb (Ken) Miller of Kalkaska; dear friends, Freddie C. Bechtol, Jr. and Kathleen Marie LaLonde, both of Mancelona.
Dan was proceeded in death by his daughter, Shanda Marie Rhoat; and his brother John Edward Rhoat.
Dan enjoyed working in the garage, ice fishing, disc golfing and the �great outdoors�. He loved his cars.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 21st at 4:00 pm at Wolfe-O�Neill Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 3:00 pm.
Memorials may be given to Dan�s family, c/o Kathleen LaLonde, 106 S. Cherry St., Kalkaska, MI 49646.
- Wolfe-O�Neill Funeral Home

  

 

 

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James John Rappuhn, aged 86, Saginaw, Michigan, passed away surrounded by love in his home on May 7, 2023. He was born on July 24, 1936, to Christian and Katherine Rappuhn.
Jim graduated from Arthur Hill High School, Saginaw, MI in 1955 where he was an accomplished athlete playing Varsity Football for three years. He earned all-Saginaw Valley League honors and was named first team-all state his Junior and Senior years and was the team Captain his Senior Year. Jim also lettered in Track for three years. Jim was honored to be inducted into the Arthur Hill Hall of Fame. His love for football was lifelong.
Jim enlisted in the United States Army in 1955 and served his country in Southeast Asia until 1962. While on active duty he earned his Associate Degree. He was a member of the American Legion Post 22, Saginaw, MI and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1566, Saginaw, MI.
In 1967 he became a member of the International Association of Bridge, Structural, and Reinforcing Iron Workers Local 25, Saginaw, MI. He labored with his brothers until his retirement. Jim was proud to have worked on hundreds of job sites across the United States from the Zilwaukee Bridge to the Sears Tower.
Jim will be remembered by everyone who knew him as an honest man who embraced every moment of life. Over the course of 86 years he enjoyed many pursuits. He was a farrier, hunter, woodworker, mechanic and an avid lover of duct tape. He loved sports and competitions of any kind. He possessed a larger-than-life personality and quiet passions for music and literature.
He is survived by his wife Mary Hemmer and her children Meg Hayes (Ron), Saginaw, MI, William N. Hemmer (Kelly) Glennwood, NM, Dennis K. Hemmer, Traverse City, MI and grandchildren Alexandra Hemmer, Billings, MT, Willson and Cooper Hayes, Saginaw, MI and many other family and friends that will cherish him forever.
He is predeceased by his parents Christian and Katherine Rappuhn, and siblings Ruth Rappuhn, Alex Rappuhn, Judy Hirschman, and Mary Rappuhn. Special thanks to Bruce LaBreche and Hilary Lemmer for their friendship and support these last many months.
According to Jim�s wishes his body has been donated to the University of Michigan Anatomical Sciences Department. Family will receive visitors at the Wakeman Funeral Home, Inc., 1218 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw, on June 17, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. prior to Military Honors at 3:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Butman-Fish Library, Saginaw, MI. or the charity of your choice.
- Wakeman Funeral Home, Saginaw, MI

Kenneth with his wife Samantha Black-Salvitelli.

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1940 US Census, Pueblo, CO

Obituary
William H. Hawks, who died on December 28, 2012 at the age of 83, was born on March 5th, 1929 in College Place, Washington. He grew up in Pendleton, Oregon and graduated from Pendleton High School in 1947. He served in the U.S. Army's 701st Military Police Battalion during the Korean War. After his honorable discharge from the service, he served on the Pendleton police force for 2 � years. During that time, he married Ellen Westfall of Echo, Oregon. They later moved to LaGrande, Oregon where he attended Eastern Oregon College and received a Bachelor of Science in Education. Upon graduation they moved to Milton-Freewater, Oregon where he taught school. Later, they moved back to LaGrande where he worked as a property appraiser for the Union County Assessor's office for nearly five years. He then continued his career as an appraiser by moving to the Seattle area with the Federal Housing Administration-Department of Housing and Urban Development. He was then transferred to the Portland F.H.A.-H.U.D. office where he worked until his retirement in 1988. Portland has been their home since 1967. His wife, Ellen, preceded him in death on May 19th, 1998. He is survived by their two children, son Robert W. Hawks of Troutdale and daughter Jean Ann Black of Gresham. He is also survived by four grandchildren; William J. Hawks, Sara M. Hawks, Matthew Black and Jasper Black. Burial will be at Willamette National Cemetery.