Obituaries

Donald Gough Rockwell

Donald Gough Rockwell

2025

ROCKWELL, Donald Gough - age 76 of Flint Township, passed away July 17, 2025. A memorial service will be held at noon, with a visitation beginning at 10:30 AM, on Friday, August 15, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church of Flint, 746 S. Saginaw St, with Rev. Dr. Joseph Novak and Rev. Dr. Paul Ytterock officiating. A visitation will be held...

Charlie Chester "Big C" Bowles, Jr.

Charlie Chester "Big C" Bowles, Jr.

2025

Charlie Bowles, affectionately known to so many as “Big C,” passed away on July 1, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of stories, laughter, and larger-than-life memories. Born on August 7, 1945, in Pontiac, Michigan, to Charles Chester Sr. and Lucille (Croteau) Bowles, Charlie’s spirit made an indelible mark on everyone he met.

Those who knew Big C...

Jason P. Owens

Jason P. Owens

Jul 28, 2025

Jason P. Owens, age 47, of Grand Blanc, passed away with family at his side on Monday, July 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Visitation will be held at 11am until the time of the Funeral Service at 1pm on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Homes & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Road in Grand Blanc. In...

Brian Fredrick Alexander

Brian Fredrick Alexander

Jul 27, 2025

Brian Fredrick (Fred) Alexander, age 67, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 27, 2025 after bravely battling pancreatic cancer. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Adopt-A-Pet Fenton at www.adoptapetfenton.com. Fred lived his life to the fullest, never taking a moment for granted. His bright presence...

Floyd Edward "Huss" Nelson

Floyd Edward "Huss" Nelson

Jul 27, 2025

NELSON, Floyd Edward "Huss" - Age 87, of Byron, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, August 1, 2025 at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek (The service will be live streamed and can be viewed via Floyd's obituary page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com). Pastor Jim Nelson officiating. Burial in...

James Eugene Shaw

James Eugene Shaw

Jul 26, 2025

SHAW, James Eugene - age 89 of Grand Blanc, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 1:30 PM Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at the Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center located at 6063 Fenton Road, Grand Blanc. The funeral will also be live streamed and can be viewed via the link at the...

Sharon Kay Suffel

Sharon Kay Suffel

Jul 26, 2025

Sharon Kay (McLeod) Suffel beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025 surrounded by the family she loved so deeply. She was 79.

The heart of her family, Sharon was a devoted matriarch whose greatest joy was the time she spent with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was the one who brought people together—whether it...

Richard Charles Lindahl

Richard Charles Lindahl

Jul 26, 2025

LINDAHL, Richard Charles - age 68, of Clio, passed away July 26, 2025. 

Committal Service will be held 2 PM Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Road, Holly., MI. 

A celebration of life will be held 2-5 pm Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Westland Free Methodist Church 33445 Warren Rd Westland, MI 48185

Richard was born on July...

Donald Ray Cox

Donald Ray Cox

Jul 26, 2025

Donald Ray Cox, age 82, of Swartz Creek passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church, 4413 Morrish Road, Swartz Creek, Fr. Louis Ekka celebrant. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service Wednesday. Arrangements were entrusted to Sharp...

Thomas O. Bagley

Thomas O. Bagley

Jul 25, 2025

Thomas O. Bagley -  Age 83, of Flint, died July 25, 2025. A memorial service will be held 4PM Friday, August 1, 2025 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc. The family will receive friends from 2PM until the time service. Those desiring may make contributions to the Alzheimer's Association. 

Thomas was born October 17, 1941...

Ernest Lee (Ernie) Allmon

Ernest Lee (Ernie) Allmon

Jul 25, 2025

ALLMON, Ernest Lee (Ernie) - Age 85, of Flint Township formerly of La Porte, IN, danced his last dance and passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025 in Flint, MI with his family by his side. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be announced at a later date at Round Lake Cemetery, Knox, IN. Those desiring may...

Linda Lu Proffer

Linda Lu Proffer

Jul 25, 2025

Proffer, Linda Lu - age 83, of Flint, passed away July 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will forever resonate in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her. Funeral services will be at 12:00 Noon Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 5073 Daly Boulevard, Flint. Interment at Flint...

Pamela Jo Van Wagner

Pamela Jo Van Wagner

Jul 25, 2025

Van Wagner, Pamela Jo (Licquia) - age 77 of Grand Blanc, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. Pamela was born on September 5, 1947 in Flint, Michigan, the beloved daughter of the late James and Lois (Sovine) Garant.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, August 1, 2025 at the Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center located...

Merle LeRoy Gilbert

Merle LeRoy Gilbert

Jul 25, 2025

Gilbert, Merle LeRoy - Age 89, of Flint Township, died July 25, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday, August 4, 2025 at Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd., Grand Blanc. Bishop Keith McKinnies officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Hills Cemetery, Flint. Visitation will be held 2-6 PM Sunday, August 3, 2025; and from...

William Martin Long

William Martin Long

Jul 23, 2025

William Martin Long of Durand, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on July 23, 2025. He was 77 years old.

A lifelong resident of Genesee County, he was born in Flint on March 1, 1948, to William M. and Christine (Gean) Long. William worked as a die maker at General Motors retiring after 42 years of service. He loved being outside...

Mildred Barbara Okenka

Mildred Barbara Okenka

Jul 23, 2025

OKENKA, Mildred Barbara - Age 99, of Lennon, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025. A graveside service has been held. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to CurePSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy).

Mildred was born October 31, 1925 in Swartz Creek, the daughter of Frank and Anna (Pafka) Trubiro. She was a 1943 graduate of Mary Crapo High School...

Sherry L. Ybarra

Sherry L. Ybarra

Jul 23, 2025

Sherry L. Ybarra, age 67, of Warren, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Visitation will be held at 11am until the time of the Memorial Service at 1pm on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Homes - Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road in Swartz Creek. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sherry's name to...

Patricia Lou Scott

Patricia Lou Scott

Jul 23, 2025

Scott, Patricia Lou (Barton) - Age 89, of Flint, died July 23, 2025. The family will be celebrating the life of Patricia at a later date. Arrangements provided by Sharp Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 6063 Fenton Rd. Grand Blanc. Patricia was born February 29, 1936 in Royal Oak. She spent her school years predominantly in Hale, Michigan. Pat moved...

Nancy Lee Walker

Nancy Lee Walker

Jul 22, 2025

Nancy Lee Walker (Crowley) went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, peacefully holding her husband’s hand as she took her last breath. She was the heart of her family - a loving mother, devoted wife, and a light to everyone who knew her.

Nancy always put her family first. Her warm heart and radiant smile lit up...

Richard Laverne Ball

Richard Laverne Ball

Jul 22, 2025

Richard Laverne Ball, age 87, of Lennon, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Sharp Funeral Homes, Miller Road Chapel, 8138 Miller Road, Swartz Creek. Pastor Todd Evans will officiate. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Vernon. Visitation will be held...