George A. Warren
April 23, 1954 – May 20, 2025
George Alexander Warren, 71, of Newberry, died Tuesday morning, May 20, 2025 at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry. George was born April 23, 1954 in Newberry, son of the late Hazel (Warren) Dunston.
George was raised in Bear Lake, moving back to Newberry in his youth. In his later years, George was employed at Newberry Enterprises for several years until his retirement.
George was a proud member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. He enjoyed woodworking, crafting Native American walking sticks and also collecting knives.
In addition to his mother, George is preceded in death by his grandson Bradley Allen Baker III, sister Janet Davis, brother-in-law Roger Caibaiosai, and sister-in-law Ethel Warren; several aunts and uncles.
Survivors include his daughter Sara Warren and son Bradley Dunlap, both of Newberry; seven grandchildren; brother Raymond Warren Sr. and sister Cathy Caibaiosai; brother-in-law Melvin Davis; several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services will be held Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00 pm at Forest Home Cemetery in Newberry with Pastor Melinda VanderSys officiating.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com
Marian Jane McTiver
November 21, 1936 – May 17, 2025
Longtime Sault Ste. Marie resident, Marian Jane McTiver, 88, died peacefully Saturday morning, May 17, 2025 in the presence of her loving family and the care of North Woods Home Care and Hospice.
Born November 21, 1936 in Garnet, daughter of the late Leslie and Augusta (Owens) Mills, Marian was a 1955 graduate of Engadine High School.
On September 1, 1956, Marian married Robert McTiver in Newberry. Marian and Robert briefly resided in Ypsilanti and, in 1958, moved to Sault Ste. Marie. Marian was employed as a custodian for Sault Area Public Schools for several years until her retirement.
Marian enjoyed all craftwork including sewing, quilting and making blankets. She also loved spending time at the cabin north of Newberry.
In addition to her parents, Marian is preceded in death by her husband Robert on February 8, 2000 and her siblings June Mills, John Mills and Reva Ruby.
Survivors include her son, Robert (Isabella) McTiver, of Sault Ste. Marie; three grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; siblings Shirley St. John of Newberry and Rita Stapleton of Brimley; nieces and nephews.
Per request, cremation services were accorded. Graveside services will be held Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00 am at Forest Home Cemetery in Newberry with Pastor Billy Martini, of the Brimley Baptist Church, officiating.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com
Mary Ann Christensen
October 19, 1935 – May 19, 2025
Longtime Lakefield Township resident, Mary Ann Christensen, 89, died Monday, May 19, 2025 at her residence.
Born October 19, 1935 in New Boston, daughter of the late Charles and Martha (Wight) Schurch, Mary Ann was a graduate of Huron High School. On February 19, 1959, Mary Ann married Ronald Christensen and made Romulus their home. Mary Ann was a devoted homemaker, raising her family.
A resident of Lakefield Township for the past 40 years, Mary Ann enjoyed baking and cooking.
In addition to her parents, Mary Ann is preceded in death by her daughter Kimberley Reno and siblings Betty, Delores, Geraldine, Richard, Donald and Gerald.
Survivors include her loving husband, Ron, of McMillan; sons Kevin of Redford Township and Jeff of East Tawas; grandson Bradley Mitchell and sister Barbara Dulecki of New Boston; several nieces and nephews.
Per her request, cremation services were accorded with no public services scheduled.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com. Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family.
Kenneth J. Host
May 19, 1937 – April 24, 2025
Kenneth James Host passed away April 24, 2025, at American House in Holland, MI.
Ken was born May 19, 1937, in Hesperia, MI. He left high school to help his family and later joined the U.S. Air Force in 1960, where he received his GED and became a mechanic while serving on Midway Island, where he used that training to carry him through the rest of his life.
Ken’s career took him in several directions. He designed auto egg collectors at Big Dutchman and worked at Lear Siegler as a machine operator, both being in Zeeland, MI. He then became a licensed builder, cofounding G+H Builders, building the family home along with many other homes and businesses within the Holland-Zeeland area.
Ken, along with his wife, Marg, became resort owners in the Upper Peninsula, in Curtis, on Big Manistique Lake. That love for the UP cemented their decision to build their retirement home on the outskirts of McMillan. As his final career choice, he became the “King of Pop,” running a kettle corn booth, where he traveled to numerous festivals in the upper and lower regions of Michigan. He really enjoyed Tulip Time in Holland, enjoyed camping with his family in the summer months, and traveled to many places, especially Alaska, visiting several times. Fishing was a great way for Ken to unwind and relax, particularly at his best spot on the Fox River, where he taught his family how to read the ripples to find that brook trout.
Ken is survived by his children, Kentrina Jeannean Host, Marsha ‘Rene’ (Ross) Saunders, Catherine (Todd) Telgenhof, and Clint (Becky) Coffman; his brothers Mike (Tammy) Host, Paul (Karen) Host, Herbie Host, Robert (Yvonne) Schwartz, and James Schwartz; his sisters Betty Story, Shirley Baker, Sue (Joseph) Council, and Nancy Shively; and bonus sisters Joy Bramer, Dianne Armstrong, Marie (Louie) Butler, Kristi (Johnny) Ruff, and Robin Tackett. His in-laws are Carol Mayle, Goldie Host, Shirley Host, and Kathy McClurken, 9 Grandchildren, 13 Great-Grandchildren, and one Great-Great-Grandchild.
Ken was preceded in death by the love of his life of almost 49 years, Margery Host. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley Howard, mother of Kentrina and Marsha, along with his parents, Roy and Genivia Host, Leo and Lydia Schwartz; son, Jerry Coffman Jr.; brothers, sisters, and in-laws, Garry Host, Leroy Host, Chuck Host, Bill (Terry) Mayle, Joann Vanderstelt, Joyce (Bruce) Hite, Jack Shively, Bill Bramer, and Doug McClurken.
An evening visitation will be held at Dykstra Funeral Home (Northwood Chapel) on Friday, May 23rd, from 5pm to 7 pm.
A memorial service will be held at Dykstra Funeral Home (Northwood Chapel) on Saturday, May 24th, at 11am, with a visitation held an hour before.
