Wilson Miller Funeral Home

03/04/2026

To get your mind off of grief, consider taking flowers to your loved one, sharing stories, or write a letter to your loved one. Setting aside 15 minutes a day to grief, instead of trying to put on a brave face, can actually help with the healing process.

03/02/2026

Jerry Lee Allswede

Jerry Lee Allswede, age 95 of Grand Blanc, formerly of Sanford, passed away February 28, 2026 at Genesis Henry Ford Hospital. For the last few years, he had resided at Abbey Park Independent Living where he enjoyed making new friends and appreciated the wonderful staff.

He was born in Saginaw on August 12, 1930 to the late Gerald and Pauline (Dahl) Allswede and graduated from Midland High School in 1948. After high school, Jerry served his country honorably with the United States Navy during the Korean War. Upon his discharge from the Navy, Jerry went on to establish a career as an engineer with Dow Chemical Company. His time with Dow Chemical spanned 32 years along with many accomplishments.

For 73 years, Jerry was married to the former Jewell Hipke, they wed on February 23, 1950 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Midland. They established themselves in Midland and started their family with the addition of their daughter, Lynn Kimmel. The family was further blessed with his grandchildren, Mark (Jackie) and Phil (Jessica) Kimmel, and 5 great grandchildren. Jerry is also survived by his siblings, Wayne Allswede and Ralph (Judy) Allswede. In addition to his wife and parents, Jerry was predeceased by his sister, Shirley Allswede; son in-law, Martin Kimmel; and sister in-law, Joyce Allswede.

Jerry was a longtime member of the Midland Centre Lodge #273 Free and Accepted Masons and attended regular dinners at the Scottish Rite Consistory. He enjoyed traveling the country with his wife, woodworking, antique cars, and in his younger days, competing in motorcycle enduro races. Being outdoors brought Jerry peace with his favorite activities being hunting and fishing. Most of all, Jerry will be remembered for his strength, sense of humor, and love for his family.

Jerry’s funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, March 6, 2026 at Wilson MILLER Funeral Home. Pastor Michael T. Sawicki will officiate with private burial to be in Jerome Twp Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 11:30 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to the Sanford Historical Society at P.O Box 243, Sanford, MI 48657 or online at www.sanfordhist.org.

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03/01/2026

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02/28/2026

Christine D. Chamberlain

Christine D. Chamberlain, age 63 of Gladwin, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Gladwin Pines Nursing Center. She was born in Midland on February 7, 1963 to the late Duane L. and Vivian (Hoover). Christine enjoyed collecting antiques, going to garage sales, car rides, being outdoors, and going to the casino.

Surviving is her husband, Tracy Chamberlain; children, Justin (Megan) Hickerson, Jake (Lisa) Hickerson, Jenna Chamberlain; grandchildren, Mason and Hadley Hickerson, Clayton and Harper Hickerson; brothers, James, David and Daniel Wolfe; and sister, Cindy Thiel.

A gathering time to celebrate Christine’s life will be held from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Wilson Miller Funeral Home, 4210 N. Saginaw Rd. Midland, MI 48640.

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02/24/2026

Picking the right song for a funeral isn’t simple, but use these 5 tips to find the song that feels right.
1. Look Up the Lyrics - Listen closely to the songs you’re considering. Look up the lyrics to make sure they have the meaning you think they will.
2. Personalize it - Consider using a song that your loved one already loved or that has memories attached to it. If you can, look through their personal music collection.
3. Set the Tone - Music has a way of setting the entire tone of an event. It’s important to consider this when choosing a song.
4. Ask family and friends for their input! Maybe they know what song your loved one wanted or they have suggestions.
5. Before you start the search, consider what you want this song to say about your loved one and how you want them to be remembered.

02/23/2026

You have a choice........

When it comes to making decisions on where to have your loved one cared for after their passing, you have the right to look around and find the best provider available. You have a right to find a provider who will listen to your concerns and put your mind at ease. You have a right to find a provider who treats your loved one with dignity and respect no matter their walk of life. You have a right to find a provider who will care for your family just as they would care for their own.

Our firm has served our community with these devotions in our hearts for well over 100 years and we look forward to the next 100 to come. Please know that even if you or your loved one has preplanned elsewhere, those plans and funds can be transferred at any point.

02/23/2026

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02/17/2026

Funeral and burial benefits are often viewed as complex and daunting. We are here to help!

02/13/2026

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02/10/2026

Preplanning isn’t just for you. It’s also for your loved ones, by providing peace of mind in knowing that difficult decisions have already been made and potential burdens won’t be the last thing to be passed on.

02/04/2026

View Elaine LaDonna (Felske) Garrett's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/03/2026

Thank you to our amazing community and families for trusting us and allowing us to be there in your time of need. We’re lucky to have you!