Barry W. Adams
December 27, 1939 – September 11, 2025
Barry Wallace Adams, 85, of Naubinway, died Thursday morning September 11, 2025 at his residence in the presence of his loving family and the care of North Woods Home Care and Hospice.
Born December 27, 1939 in Pontiac, son of the late Dean and Marie (Jones) Adams, Barry attended Pontiac Central High School.
On October 16, 1959, Barry enlisted into the United States Army serving until his honorable discharge on September 28, 1962. On May 10, 1962, Barry married Lieselotte Sieben while stationed in Germany.
Barry was employed as an assemblyman at General Motors in Pontiac for several years until his retirement in 1989.
In 1992, Barry built his home in Naubinway and had been a resident since. Barry loved to golf, fish and hunt. He was a former Chief of the Mackinac Tribe of Odawa & Ojibwe Indians and was very passionate and highly instrumental in researching history and genealogy assisting hundreds to tracing theirs.
In addition to his parents, Barry is preceded in death by nephew Dean Adams, granddaughter Danielle Marie Hall; brother-in-law James Smith.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lieselotte, of Naubinway; children Lori (Dennis) Hall of Imlay City, Andrea Moore of Waterford, Marie (Adams) Liskey of Waterford, Barry (Sue) Adams of Waterford, Diana Adams of Naubinway, MI and Christine (Shane) Hester of Waterford; siblings Dean Lee Adams of Grand Blanc and Colleen Smith of Clarkston; grandchildren Bruce Hall, Johnathan Hall, Tracie (Chris) Combs, Christopher (Sara) Liskey, Shannon (Tomas) Cooper, Josua Adams, Tony Adams and Ryan Adams; great-grandchildren Kenton and Reese Foster, Noah and Adeline Cooper.
Graveside services with military rites conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard and the American Legion Post #290 will be held Monday September 22, 2025 at 11:00 am at Maplewood Cemetery in Rexton.
Memorials may be directed to the family to assist with expenses.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com. Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family
Douglas John Frazier
April 21, 1967 – September 10, 2025
Douglas John Frazier, 58, of Naubinway, died Wednesday morning September 10, 2025 in the presence of his wife, Heather Cochrane, and family following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born April 21, 1967 in Manistique, son of Donald and Karen (Beckman) Frazier, Doug was a 1986 of Engadine High School.
At an early age, Doug loved fishing with his dad and uncles. Later, he and his brother Dwight started their own business, D & D Fishery in Naubinway. Doug was the captain of several commercial fishing boats. He worked for Kenny King fishing for several years, later moving to Cedar River and working for Rouleau Brothers. Due to his declining health, Doug retired from commercial fishing after several years on the water every day, wondering what one does now.
Doug loved hunting with his family, going to concerts, working on cars and trucks, casino gaming, camping and hanging out with his friends. In his later years, he also enjoyed kayaking. Doug was a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.
Doug married the former Tonda Frey in 1994, raising two sons. Later in life, Doug married Heather Cochrane of Epoufette in July of 2012.
Doug is preceded in death by his father Don; aunts Sally Frazier, Judy Frazier and Janet King; cousin Roy Frazier; grandparents Ken and Emma Beckman, Melvin and Archimese Frazier.
Survivors include his wife, Heather, of Newberry; mother Karen Frazier of Naubinway; sons Dylan Frazier of Naubinway and Drew Frazier of Engadine; step-sons Drew and Blaine Grogan, both of Newberry; brother Dwight (Brenda) Frazier of Sault Ste. Marie; nephew Josh Frazier of Brimley and nieces Whitney Frazier of Sitka, Alaska, Aubrey Smith and Ashton Smith of Tylertown, MS ; great nephew Ethan Frazier of Indian River; brother-in-law Tony Smith of Tylertown, MS; mother-in-law Jean Rios of Epoufette. Doug is also survived by others who looked up to him as a Dad, including Curt Deace and Riley and Vanessa Formolo.
A gathering of family and friends will take place Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 12:00 noon until 1:00 pm at the Christian Fellowship Family Worship Center in Naubinway. A celebration of life will follow at the worship center with Pastor Tim Miller and Chad Gouza as celebrants. Interment with Native American rites will follow at the Naubinway Cemetery.
The family expresses their deep appreciation to the physicians from Green Bay oncology and Schoolcraft Memorial Hospice for the treatment and care provided for Doug. Doug’s wishes to family and friends are to always stay happy and work together for better happiness.
Memorials may be directed to the family to assist with funeral expenses.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com. Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family.
Steven Myers, M.D.
March 26, 1937 – September 12, 2025
Steven Alan Myers, M.D. of Marquette, MI, age 88, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025. Private interment, with U.S. Air Force Honors, will be held at Forest Home Cemetery, Newberry, Michigan.
Steve was born in LaCrosse, WI on March 26, 1937, son of the late Harold and Florence (Kidder) Myers. He was a graduate of Lowell Public High School Class of 1954. Steve proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1954-1957. Upon returning to civilian life, he pursued higher education with a fervor that would define his academic and professional journey. Steve graduated as valedictorian from Central Michigan University in 1960 with a bachelor’s degree and went on to earn his Medical Degree from Wayne State University, School of Medicine, in 1964.
In 1974, Dr. Myers began a long and impactful career in mental health care, culminating in his retirement in 1992 from Newberry Regional Mental Health Center, where he served as Chief of Clinical Affairs for 18 years. He then continued his work as a psychiatrist at Marquette Branch Prison in Marquette, MI, before fully retiring. Throughout his career, Dr. Myers held numerous memberships and leadership positions in professional societies and committees. He published in scientific journals, contributed chapters to books, and gave presentations on a wide range of topics. He also held teaching appointments at Wayne State University School of Medicine and consulting roles at several institutions, including Luce County Community Mental Health, Marquette General Hospital, Detroit Memorial Hospital and Kinross Correctional Facility. In addition to his professional affiliations, Dr. Myers was a member of Mensa, Newberry American Legion Post #74, the Newberry Elks Lodge #1705 and Ducks Unlimited, reflecting his wide-ranging interests and deep ties to both intellectual and community life.
Dr. Myers’ impact extended far beyond his professional life. On May 12, 1973, he married Sally Ann Atkin, and together they raised eight children in Newberry, MI. Sally preceded him in death on May 28, 2001. Dr. Myers instilled in his children a love for life’s simple pleasures—teaching them to fish without worrying about catching anything, to garden without focusing on the harvest, and to explore the world with curiosity and wonder, believing always that they were “travelers, not tourists.” In his younger years, Steve had an adventurous spirit, hitchhiking across the country while traveling with the carnival. He worked the Pronto Pup stand and Huckley Buck card game, experiencing the diverse mosaic of America and developing the love for life’s unpredictability that would define him. Dr. Myers was a lifelong learner, fascinated by theology, classical music, current events and science. His love for Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 was profound, and he often considered it the greatest piece of music ever composed. On April 8, 2004, Steve married Alexis Chenard, who stood by his side with love and support in the years that followed.
Dr. Myers will be remembered as a man who lived a life of professional integrity, curiosity and service. May he rest in peace, his journey now complete, but his legacy enduring forever.
Dr. Myers is survived by his wife, Alexis Myers; 8 children, Elizabeth (John) Colangelo, Lucinda (Preston) Fraley, Rebecca Myers, Jennifer (Nik) Vulaj, David (Yuriko) Myers, John (Jillian) Myers, Heidi (Brian) Sarver and Bret (Nicole) Myers; 15 grandchildren, Eden Colangelo, Bella Colangelo, Viktor Vulaj, Christian Vulaj, Evelyn Vulaj, Sofia Vulaj, Mia Myers, Kent Myers, Nolan Myers, Owen Myers, Ava Sarver, Zoey Sarver, Calvin Sarver, Aiden Myers and Jack Myers; 2 step-children, Terry (Ann) Johnson and Karl Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold Myers and Florence Jeffries; second wife and mother of his children, Sally Ann Myers; grandson, Finn Myers; 3 siblings, Larry Myers, John Myers and Joanne Forsyth.
“He was born with a gift of laughter and a sense that the world was mad.”
–Scaramouche by Rafael Sabatini
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Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family.
Ellis Owen Sutfin Sr.
January 26, 1939 – September 12, 2025
Ellis Owen Sutfin Sr., 86, of Naubinway, died Friday afternoon, September 12, 2025 at Evergreen Living Center in St. Ignace.
Born January 26, 1939 in Webberville, son of the late James and Naomi (Jackson) Sutfin, Ellis attended Howell High School.
On June 30, 1962, Ellis married the former Ruth Paulson in Brighton, Michigan. Ellis was employed as a mechanic for the Department of Natural Resources for several years until his retirement. Ellis had been a resident of Naubinway since 1997 and, during his lifetime, enjoyed hunting, working on automobiles/machinery and woodworking.
In addition to his parents, Ellis is preceded in death by his son Stephen in 1964; great-granddaughters Aria and Nora Gribbell; siblings Jim Sutfin, Jennie Swiencki, Ella McClatchy and Frances Westphal.
Survivors include his loving wife, Ruth, of Naubinway; son Ellis Jr. (Melissa) Sutfin of Fowlerville and Michelle (Brent) Vallier of Naubinway; grandchildren Mikayla (Fred) Gribbell of Engadine, Timothy (Courtney) Vallier of Roseville, Zachary (Ashley) Sutfin of Vermontville, Nicholas Sutfin of Perry and Taylor Sutfin of Fowlerville; great-grandchildren Isaac Vallier, Levi Vallier, Vance Ellis Vallier, Owen Sutfin, Emilia Sutfin, Addisyn Gribbell, Ivy Gribbell and Rory Gribbell; siblings Leon Sutfin of Fowlerville and Earnest Sutfin of Swartz Creek; several nieces and nephews.
Per request, cremation services were accorded with no public services scheduled at this time.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com
Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family.
