John Oliver ‘Jack’ Pilon - Houghton Lake Resorter
Dec 18, 2024 · John Oliver “Jack” Pilon, 89, Prudenville, died Dec. 13, 2024, at Mission Point of Roscommon, with his family by his side. A private graveside burial will be held at a later date at Roscommon Township Cemetery, where he will be interred next to his parents. Born June 23, 1935, in Detroit, he was the son
Colorful Competition at Collins - Houghton Lake Resorter
3 days ago · With Tip-up Town fast approaching, Collins Elementary School students are getting in on the fun and tomfoolery of the winter festival. Third graders Joei Dillon (left) and Brooklynn Kietzman (right), along with help from Mrs. Jill Trahan (center) worked to create a large snow pile outside of the school. Each year, Trahan asks students to
William Victor Thiboult - Houghton Lake Resorter
3 days ago · William Victor Thiboult, 87, St. Helen, died Jan. 11, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. He was born June 15, 1937, in Detroit, to Wilfred and Gertrude (Lange) Thiboult. He lived a life rich
KEEPING THE TRADITION GOING - Houghton Lake Resorter
Two years ago, Scarlett Faust caught her first northern pike Dec. 29 at Houghton Lake. “This year we missed it by a day,” Steve Faust said. He and his wife, Kristie, were able to help their daughter, Scarlett, catch a 27-inch northern pike. “She …
Happy 75th Tip-up Town, U.SA. - Houghton Lake Resorter
3 days ago · It is likely Tip-up Town founders Bob Carman and Bob Sweet never imagined the event’s 75th anniversary. In 1951, the thought of 2025 was not on their minds. Yet, here we are celebrating the 75th anniversary of the carnival that was started in order to “stir things up a bit.” As the history of Tip-up
Lou Paris - Houghton Lake Resorter
Sand Bar owner Lou Paris, 56, died suddenly Dec. 28, 2024, at his home. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at the Sand Bar in the spring. Christler Funeral Home, Prudenville Chapel, handled arrangements. He was born Oct. 29, 1968, in Clinton Township at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He grew up in the Detroit
Robert Darrell Willson - Houghton Lake Resorter
Robert Darrell Willson, 61, Houghton Lake, died Nov. 29, 2024, at Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital. A Celebration of Life service will be held Feb. 8, 2025, at noon, at Ingersoll Township Hall, 3026 South Sasse Rd., Freeland. Memorial contributions may be made to the wishes of the family. Arrangements were handled by Cremation Society of
Strong defense, aggressive offense leads Bobcats to win over Bucks
3 days ago · Roscommon’s Keaton Pratt (2) waits for Houghton Lake senior Tyler Bailey (3) as Bailey gets past Buck Ethan Douck (20) in the lane. Bailey scored 20 points to lead the Bobcats to a 61-47 rivalry win. (Photo by Eric Hamp) Houghton Lake came out firing against Roscommon, breaking a two-game varsity boys basketball losing streak to
Paul J. Harmon - Houghton Lake Resorter
Paul J. Harmon, 93, Prudenville, died Dec. 24, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. Funeral services were conducted Dec. 28, at Christler Funeral Home, Prudenville Chapel, with Rev. Paul Kruse officiating. Interment will be in Crestview Cemetery at a later date. Born Oct. 28, 1931, in Detroit, he was the son of Floyd and
Edward ‘Ed’ Gibson Sr. - Houghton Lake Resorter
Edward “Ed” Gibson Sr., 88, Houghton Lake, died Dec. 4, 2024, at home, surrounded by family. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services are scheduled at this time. He was born May 25, 1936, in Riga, to Howard and Eleanora (Pence) Gibson. He was a mechanic and owned and operated Gibson’s