Saint Ann of Frankfort Catholic Church

09/09/2026

Ronald Lee Seguin Obituary

Ronald Lee Seguin, 71, passed away peacefully at his home on August 12, 2026, with his son by his side.

Born on April 11, 1955, in Alpena, Michigan, Ron was the son of the late Gerald and Bonnie Seguin. Raised in northern Michigan, he carried with him a deep appreciation for family, hard work, and the simple pleasures of life.

Ron was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was known for his caring nature, his sense of humor, and his unwavering love for those closest to him. The moments spent with family and friends were among those he treasured most, and the memories he created will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

Ron is survived by his son, Nick (Tara) Seguin; his cherished granddaughters, Ella and Maya Seguin; his sisters, Dee (Tom) Mathison, Jane (Jim) Hiske, Nancy Bonin, and Connie Zolnierik; his brother, Jack Seguin and many nieces and nephews who he loved deeply.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Bonnie Seguin; his brother, Randy Seguin; his many cherished dogs, who brought him years of companionship and joy; and his last and final love, Liz Kalis, whose memory remained close to his heart.

Ron passed away peacefully in the home he loved, with his son at his side, surrounded by the comfort of a life well lived and the love of family.

His family finds comfort in knowing that he is now reunited with those who went before him and will be remembered always for the kindness, loyalty, and love he shared throughout his life.

Mass of a Christian burial will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday September 19, at St. Ann Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until the Mass. Arrangements with Jowett Family Funeral Home.

09/09/2026

Thomas Wasco Obituary
Thomas Joseph Wasco was born on March 1, 1937, to Anthony Isador and Rose Catherine (Morlik) Wasco in Saginaw, Michigan. Tom attended Holy Rosary Catholic School in Saginaw and served in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1959 spending time in Spain and England. He retired in June 1992 as a Sand Lab Foreman from Powertrain Grey Iron in Saginaw after 27 years of service. Earlier in his career, he drove a bread route for Oven Fresh Bakery, also in Saginaw. Tom leaves behind the love of his life, Theol Marie (Arnold) Wasco, with whom he recently celebrated 66 years of marriage. Tom and Theol were both born and raised in Saginaw until they met in 1959. They married on August 6,1960 and lived for 30 years in Spaulding Township where they raised their family in the Bridgeport-Spaulding school system.

Together, “Tom Terrific” and Theol made special friends and memories wherever they went. They spent many years camping with their Lazy Dogs Camping Club and enjoying their cabin on the AuSable River in Mio, Michigan. After retirement, they lived in Onaway, Michigan, where they enjoyed cruising and fishing on Black Lake. They moved to Thompsonville, Michigan, in 2000 and became snowbirds, wintering in Hudson, Florida, until 2020.

Tom treasured being outdoors—camping, snowmobiling, fishing, and hunting with his family. He was a jokester with a beautiful smile, a great sense of humor, and an extra- special belly laugh. When the work was done, there were usually some shenanigans involved whenever he was around. He was also the guy who could fix just about anything, with a workshop full of tools for woodworking, tinkering with cars and machinery, or finding any bolt, screw, tool, or part someone might need for a project. He had deep pride and admiration for his children and grandchildren. He worked hard to provide for them, to make family trips special, and to ensure that spending regular time “up north” was a way of life.

Tom is survived by his wife, Theol; his sons, Frederick (Lisa) Wasco and Andrew Wasco; his daughter, Karyn (Tom) Thorr; his dear grandchildren, Chad (Ali), Kaylee (Max, fiancé), Riley, Celeste, Reagan, and Abby; as well as his great-grandchildren (Natalee & Corbin), nieces, and nephews. Tom also leaves behind his oldest brother, Anthony (Virginia, dec.) Wasco.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Evelyn (Raymond) Schomaker, Marjorie (Ollie) Clayton, and Shirley Yuill; and his beloved oldest son, Thomas Joseph Wasco Jr.

Special thanks to the many caregivers at Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Long Term Care, who treated him like family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A service will be held Friday, September 11, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Frankfort, Michigan, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. Memorial contributions may be made to Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Long Term Care Activities. Arrangements are

being handled by Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia.

09/01/2026

Sandra Kay Sevegney passed away August 28, 2026 at the age of 70. Full obituary to follow. A service will be held Saturday, September 12th at St Ann Catholic Church at 11:00 am with a visitation one hour prior. Arrangements by Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia.

08/24/2026

What a wonderful time everyone had at the parish picnic at Saint Ann of Frankfort Catholic Church on August 23rd, 2026. Thanks to Deb McGraw and Kristin Smeltzer, everything was a great experience for all. We were entertained by The Prevailing Winds, a quintet from Leelanau Peninsula. Great music and they were asked to come back next year! We had brats, burgers, salads, fruit, and yummy desserts. Great fun was had by all that attended!

08/21/2026

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07/20/2026

Raymond Thomas Jusick Obituary
(Rejmund Thomasz Juszczyk)

Raymond Thomas Jusick, age 94, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Born in Jackson, Michigan, to Polish immigrants, Ray was proud of his heritage and the values of hard work and family that shaped his life. In 1951 he married his high school sweetheart, Beverly Maryanski. Together they shared 67 wonderful years of marriage until Beverly's passing in 2017.

Ray and Beverly raised their family in Lansing and Okemos, Michigan. For more than 60 years, Beulah, Michigan, was their cherished summer home, and beginning in 1995, they spent their winters in The Villages, Florida, where Ray built many lasting
friendships.

A lifelong athlete, Ray loved sports from an early age. He played basketball and football for Jackson High School and was the starting center for the 1948 Class A State Championship basketball team. His competitive spirit stayed with him throughout his life
as he enjoyed handball, softball, and especially golf. Over the years, he recorded five hole-in-ones and, even as he aged, was known to outplay much younger competitors.

Ray proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War from 1952 to 1956. In 2019, he was selected by American Legion Post #347 in The Villages to participate in the Honor Flight Program to Washington, D.C., where he was
recognized and celebrated for his military service.

Following his service, Ray earned his degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan State University, later receiving his license as a Professional Engineer, from the State of Michigan. He dedicated 33 years to the Lansing Board of Water & Light, retiring in 1993 as Superintendent of Electric Maintenance & Metering after a distinguished career serving the City of Lansing.

Ray's talents extended far beyond his profession. He enjoyed building homes (nine in total) designed by his wife, Beverly, along with fishing, woodworking, and dancing. He was an accomplished ballroom, square, and polka dancer who loved taking to the
dance floor with Beverly and, in more recent years, with his treasured companion, Mary even in his later years, he made an effort to dance at least part of every song. He delighted in knowing the band members by name and never missed the opportunity to
request his favorite Oberek-style polka, insisting it include a traditional Oberek introduction.

When he wasn't golfing, fishing, or dancing, Ray could be found in his workshop. An exceptional woodworker and craftsman, he often said he let the wood "speak to him" as inspiration for his creations. He generously shared his work with family and friends, proudly displayed his latest projects at woodworking club seminars, and even exhibited pieces at the Oliver Art Center in Frankfort, Michigan.

In his later years, Ray spent more time participating in team events and friend gatherings. Wednesday evenings were dedicated to euchre, Fridays began with “breakfast with the boys,” Tuesdays evenings were reserved for trivia, and weekday mornings in Florida meant coffee with friends where he loved trying to stump everyone with questions from the trivia night before. His favorite response when someone confidently answered incorrectly was, "You would think so, wouldn't you? But you'd be wrong."

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Tomasz and Apolonia (Chmiel) Juszczyk; his beloved wife, Beverly (Maryanski) Jusick; his sisters, Stella Hawley (Fred), Sophie Bennett (Floyd Bennett and Bill Biel), and Lottie Young (Jack); and his brother, Xavier Juszczyk (Catherine).

He is survived by his daughters, Jill Montgomery and Carol Polzer (John); his step-grandson, Ryan; his companion, Mary Ann Farrell; and many cherished nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

For Ray’s Michigan friends and family, a service with full military honors, will be held at St Ann’s Parish in Frankfort Michigan, Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at 10am. A Celebration of Life with Ray’s Florida friends will be held in the fall of 2026. Details
forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Munson Healthcare Hospice. Arrangement with Jowett Family Funeral Home.

06/30/2026

06/23/2026

Barbara Ann Sanchez
February 14, 1941 - June 15, 2026

With deep love we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Sanchez, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend who passed away June 15, 2026, surrounded by her family. Barbara was born in Muskegon, MI and grew up with her two brothers (Jim and Ronnie) and sisters (Doris and Sandra) in Thompsonville, MI. She graduated from Copemish High School in 1958, and finished her senior year with a class trip to Washington D.C. One of her jobs after graduation was picking strawberries, where she met her husband, John. They were married on January 2, 1960, at St. Raphaels Catholic Church, Copemish, MI, spending 66 loving years together.
She was a scratch cook from an early age of 16, placing 2nd in the Manistee County Cherry Pie baking contest. Barbara loved to bring our family and friends together with wonderful foods and holiday traditions (cinnamon rolls, peanut brittle, fudge, along with canning everything under the sun and many picnic favorites). She continued her love of cooking after retiring from H.W. Jenks (31 years), Frankfort, MI, and brought her cherished recipes to The Roadhouse restaurant in Benzonia, MI (10 years). She would make over 5000 of her legendary Empanadas for the restaurant prior to leaving to spend her winter in South Texas. She loved the staff at the restaurant and was the last place she dined out before her passing.

She loved family trips throughout North America, playing on Crystal Lake, snowmobiling, traveling, and has spent 25 plus year RV’ing developing friendships with people from all over the world.

Her life was built around her husband John, and her five daughters, Theresa (Vince) Sanchez-Grzesiak, Tammy (Warren) Clouse, Patricia (Jeff) Bittenbender-Beach, Kimberly (Joseph) Leptich, and Christinia (Jason) Sanchez-Bradford, who have survived her. Barbara has nine grandchildren, Nicole (John), Samantha, Alexandra (Chad), Brittany (Caleb), Alexander, Joseph III (Rachel), Brianna (Connor), Emily (Nicholas), Brooke (Josh) along with four great-grandchildren, Addison, Logan, Brooks and Hudson. She is also mourned by her many friends.

A Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 26, 2026 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Frankfort, MI. We will greet other family members and friends starting at 10:00 AM with a luncheon to follow the at the church.

In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to Cherryland Humane Society, 1750 Ahlberg Road, Traverse City, MI 49696.

06/16/2026

Kay Hommel Obituary

Kay Elizabeth Hommel passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at her home in Frankfort, Michigan. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, June 29, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann Church in Frankfort, followed by burial at Crystal Lake North Cemetery.

Born on January 21, 1936, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Florence (Powlison) Franzel and William Marion Dawson, Kay later moved to Detroit. After the loss of her father when she was just a year old, she was lovingly raised by her wonderful mother and devoted stepfather, Ray Labute, whose guidance and care helped shape the remarkable woman she became.

In 1955, while working at General Motors, Kay accepted a ride home from a young coworker named Joseph Hommel. That simple act introduced her to the love of her life. They were married on September 14, 1957, beginning a beautiful partnership that would span 68 years and create a large, loving family. Together, Joe and Kay raised five children in Farmington Hills, building a home filled with laughter, warmth, and unwavering love.

Even while raising her family, Kay pursued her lifelong love of learning. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History from the University of Michigan in 1987 and later served as Gallery Director at the KC Larson Art Gallery. She had a deep appreciation for beauty, creativity, and history, and she shared those passions generously with others.

Kay was also a gifted and graceful figure skater. Her children fondly remember the crowds that would gather to watch her skate, and her performances at Novi Ice Arena reflected both her talent and her joy. She and Joe shared a love of travel and adventure, exploring countries across nearly every continent. Wherever they went, Kay delighted in learning about the people, traditions, and histories that made each place unique.

A wonderful cook and gracious hostess, Kay loved bringing family and friends together around her table. In 1991, she and Joe moved to “the Bluffs” in Frankfort, a place Kay affectionately described as “a kinder and gentler place to live.” There, she embraced community life wholeheartedly and gave generously of her time and talents.

Kay volunteered at the Paul Oliver Hospital gift shop, helping it flourish and even organizing a golf tournament to support it. She played an important role in establishing the Point Betsie Lighthouse gift shop during the lighthouse’s restoration. An avid reader and lover of history, she was deeply involved with the Benzie Area Historical Society and chaired the committee that published Shared Moments: A Journey Through Time in 2007, preserving the stories and heritage of Benzie County for generations to come.

In later years, Kay devoted herself to genealogy, lovingly creating two treasured family books filled with photographs and stories dating back to the 1800s. She was also an active and devoted member of P.E.O. Chapter FF, serving in numerous roles and cherishing the lifelong friendships she shared with her P.E.O. sisters. Together, they published the Forever Friends cookbook as a fundraiser.

Kay’s faith was reflected not only in her words, but in the way she lived—with humility, kindness, compassion, and quiet service. At St. Ann Church, she contributed her talents to renovation efforts as a member of the altar committee. She believed deeply in giving back and often said she was simply returning some of the blessings she had received through a wonderful life.

Above all, Kay was a devoted wife, an extraordinary mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother, and the heart of countless family gatherings. Her home in Frankfort was a place where laughter flowed freely and love was abundant. She had a gift for making everyone feel welcome, valued, and cared for. Her gentle spirit, warm smile, and generous heart touched many lives, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Kay is survived by her beloved husband of 68 years, Joseph Palmer Hommel; her five children, Susan Lunte, Diane Doran, Joseph (Jeanine) Hommel, Mark Hommel (Ann Kummler), and Douglas Hommel; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Craig Lunte, and by her brother, William Earl (Bill) Dawson, and his wife, Grace (Hillstrom).

Her legacy of love, faith, curiosity, and generosity will live on in the hearts of her family, friends, and the Frankfort community she cherished so dearly.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Ann Church, P.E.O. Chapter FF, or the Benzie Area Historical Society. Arrangements by Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia. jowettfamilyfuneralhome.com

06/16/2026

Timothy Robert Klein Celebration of Life 06/27/2026 11am

Timothy Robert Klein, age 76, passed away on February 5, 2026. Tim’s life was defined by connection — his greatest purpose was building meaningful relationships with people. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, teacher, athlete and most knew him as “Coach”. Above all, he was a proud father and grandfather, finding his greatest joy in his family.

Tim is survived by his loving wife, Kateri; his three children, Derek (Irma Colunga), Kyle (Sarah), and Kateri (Andrew) Schutt; and his “Great Eight” beloved grandchildren — Caroline, Carson, Michael, Alex, Allison, Anna Jane, Claire, and Gretchen — who were a constant source of pride and happiness. He is also survived by his sisters, Christine (Jim) Vella and Phyllis (Jim) Okun, as well as numerous sisters- and brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

Tim was an accomplished athlete from a young age, he was an All-State performer in football, basketball, and baseball at Niles High School. He went on to play football and baseball at Western Michigan University, where his passion for sports deepened and naturally led him into a lifelong career in education and coaching at Portage Central High School, Frankfort High School, and Roscommon High School. Over the course of his career, Tim coached baseball, basketball, football, skiing, tennis, and track & field. Over the course of his coaching journey, Tim was inducted into the Michigan High School Coaches Hall of Fame for both football and baseball. Highlights of Tim’s coaching career included having his daughter in track and advancing to the football state championship game five times including winning twice while coaching his boys. He developed many close relationships with colleagues around the State of Michigan. It led to him continuing coaching football in his retirement at Saginaw Heritage, Elk Rapids, and Onekama. Tim always loved spending time with former students and players, reliving memories and sharing stories from years past.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Bette Klein, his daughter-in-law Christina Klein, and nephews Christopher Houk and Scott Lagoni.

His family will remember him for his huge smile and his gift of storytelling. His life was filled with love, laughter, football, golf, and memorable travels, especially cherished trips to Hawaii, Florida, Orange Beach, and Dallas. No one was ever a stranger to Tim.

In Memoriam, donations may be made to Lockhart Field by making checks payable to City of Frankfort, PO Box 351, Frankfort MI 49635, designate Lockhart Field- in memory of Tim Klein.

There will be a Celebration of Life honoring Tim will be held on Saturday, June 27th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church. Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation one hour prior to the Mass. Following the service, all are welcome to continue sharing memories and celebrating Tim’s life at the Frankfort American Legion Hall.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia.