Kaatz Funeral Directors, Inc.

Kaatz Funeral Directors, Inc. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service.

Kaatz Funeral Directors Welcome You

When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust us to guide you through the arrangements necessary to create a meaningful ceremony that celebrates the unique life being honored. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service in your time of need, and we take pride in our responsibility to lighten your burden as you take the first steps toward healing.

Marvin Leroy Manns, 85, of Yale, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in the comfort of his home.He was born July 24, ...
02/04/2026

Marvin Leroy Manns, 85, of Yale, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in the comfort of his home.

He was born July 24, 1940, in Peck, the son of the late William and Gladys (Ball) Manns.

His marriage to Beth Rapley was August 26, 1961, at the Yale Methodist Church.

Marvin o...

Linda Ann Dubay, 74, Clinton Township, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026. She was born February 16, 1951, in Mt...
02/02/2026

Linda Ann Dubay, 74, Clinton Township, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026. She was born February 16, 1951, in Mt. Clemens, to the late Tim and Gertrude (nee Borowski) McInnis.

Linda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She married the love of her life, Richard...

John Milkovich Jr., 87, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Mt. Clemens. He was born January 21, 1939, in Johnstown, PA,...
02/01/2026

John Milkovich Jr., 87, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Mt. Clemens. He was born January 21, 1939, in Johnstown, PA, to the late John Sr. and Anna (nee Seachock) Milkovich.

John is survived by his children, Kim Milkovich, Lisa Milkovich, and Kristine Milkovich; his grandson, John Anthony...

William “Bill” Nugent, 86, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026.William “Bill” was born on May 4, 1939, in Roseburg, ...
01/30/2026

William “Bill” Nugent, 86, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026.

William “Bill” was born on May 4, 1939, in Roseburg, Michigan, to the late Earl and Vera Nugent.

He married the love of his life, Carol, on January 28, 1961 at the Methodist Church in Yale, MI.

Bill owned and...

June Catherine Chene, 72, of Macomb, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026.She was born November 5, 1953, in Harrison Tow...
01/29/2026

June Catherine Chene, 72, of Macomb, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026.

She was born November 5, 1953, in Harrison Township, the daughter of the late Jerome Thomas and Joan Emma (Klix) Ficht.

Her marriage to Joseph Paul Chene was on August 24, 1973, at St. Margaret of Scotland, St...

Nola Emilie Chicosky, 83 of Comfort, TX and former resident of Yale, MI, left this world for her heavenly home on Januar...
01/29/2026

Nola Emilie Chicosky, 83 of Comfort, TX and former resident of Yale, MI, left this world for her heavenly home on January 23, 2026.

She was born on January 19, 1943 in Detroit, MI, graduated Melvindale High School in 1961, and attended Wayne State University before marrying the love of her l...

Verna Bernice Krosnicki, 98, of Yale, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the MediLodge of Yale.She was born Octob...
01/28/2026

Verna Bernice Krosnicki, 98, of Yale, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the MediLodge of Yale.

She was born October 6, 1927 in Imlay City, the daughter of Samuel and Cora (Houis) Davis.

Her marriage to Victor Krosnicki was May 24, 1946 in Bowling Green, Ohio. They spent 46 ye...

Age 58, passed away on January 27, 2026.He was born on July 22, 1967, in Warren, Michigan, to the late Louis and Christi...
01/28/2026

Age 58, passed away on January 27, 2026.

He was born on July 22, 1967, in Warren, Michigan, to the late Louis and Christine Schimento.

Louis was someone you couldn’t help but like. He loved having fun and being around people, and he had a gift for friendship—he truly had a ton of fri...

John T. McKiernan, 93, passed away peacefuly in his sleep on January 22, 2026.John was born in Richmond Township on Augu...
01/26/2026

John T. McKiernan, 93, passed away peacefuly in his sleep on January 22, 2026.

John was born in Richmond Township on August 11, 1932, to the late John and Lucy McKiernan.

He attended St. Augustine School, where he played center on the 1949 championship football team. After two years ...

Richard “Dick” George Verbeke, passed away Thursday, January 2026 at the Medilodge of Yale.He was born in Richmond, Sept...
01/25/2026

Richard “Dick” George Verbeke, passed away Thursday, January 2026 at the Medilodge of Yale.

He was born in Richmond, September 14, 1946, to the late Walter and Louise (Herman) Verbeke.

Dick proudly served his country with the United States Army from 1968 to 1969 as a helicopter pilot...

Bernard P. Dams, 77, formerly of Yale passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home in Port Huron.He was born July ...
01/21/2026

Bernard P. Dams, 77, formerly of Yale passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home in Port Huron.

He was born July 9, 1948, in Detroit, the son of the late Raymond and Helen Mary (Kowalski) Dams.

Bernard worked proudly for the A.R.C. in Port Huron and for many years at Cracker ...

Patricia Ann Zschernig, 83, of Eastpointe, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 18, 2026. She w...
01/20/2026

Patricia Ann Zschernig, 83, of Eastpointe, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on January 18, 2026. She was born June 16, 1942, in Detroit to the late Leo and Arlene (nee Sylvester) Rhein.

Patricia married Gilbert Zschernig and spent many loving years together until his passin...

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Kaatz Funeral Directors Welcomes You When you have experienced the loss of a loved one, you can trust us to guide you through the arrangements necessary to create a meaningful ceremony that celebrates the unique life being honored. Our staff is committed to providing your family with the highest quality care and service in your time of need, and we take pride in our responsibility to lighten your burden as you take the first steps toward healing.