Rick enjoyed spending time with family and his grandkids, being outside, fishing and hunting. He loved his classic rock music and Sunday morning jazz, cutting wood, playing euchre, and watching football with friends.

Gary graduated from Forest Hills in 1969. He went on to own and operate Prestige Printing. Gary loved old cars, collecting coins, going to the casino, playing poker with his son, and yard work was his favorite thing to do, next to spending time with his grandsons. Private services were held by the family.

Steven had a heart larger than life especially for children and a genuine passion for making a positive impact on their lives. His commitment to spreading joy was evident through his dedicated support of Toys for Tots each Christmas, ensuring that underprivileged children had a reason to smile during the holiday season.

Josie always made it a priority to be there for her friends & family. Whether it was Sunday dinners, the kids sporting events, class reunions, or birthday parties, she was happy to be there supporting her loved ones. She enjoyed traveling with her husband Steve, seeing many countries and fabulous locations around the world.

Vernon John Harju, age 71 of Lowell, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nestor and Irene Harju; brothers, Earl Junttonen, Calvin Junttonen; sisters Violet Kuusisto and Lois Rintala; brothers-in-law Bruce Smith, Wester Rintala…

Kyle Anthony DeDonado, age 31, of Saranac, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 25, 2023. Kyle was born on February 18, 1992, in Moreno Valley, California the son of Troy and Sonja (Donovan) DeDonado. He married Heather Noon July 23, 2016, at Easton Church.

Jack was an esteemed AP U.S. History teacher, English teacher, Social Studies Department Chair, and mentor to countless students. His passion extended beyond the classroom, guiding Model U.N. participants, shaping the pages of the Yearbook, and fostering young talents in Close Up. He coached Hockey with James Grant, JV Football with Rick White and Steve Kampfschulte, and both Girls' and Boys' Varsity Golf teams, instilling values of teamwork and perseverance.

Galen K. Pletcher, 80, died September 21, 2023, at Canton-Potsdam Hospital in Potsdam, NY. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Kenneth Elmer and Lila Stevenson Pletcher. He graduated from Lowell High School in 1961. After studies at Kalamazoo College and the University of Michigan, he taught philosophy and comparative religion for 45 years at the University of Michigan, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, and the State University of New York College at Potsdam.

Donald Murray McIntyre, a loving husband, father, son, and brother, of Lowell, Michigan, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 39. Don left this world to be with his Heavenly Father, shedding his earthly body to be with his Lord and Savior. Though he is no longer here on Earth, the love that Don had for his wife, Adair (Stevenson) McIntyre, is eternal.