Obituary
Sandra Kay Davids
Sandy was born June 17, 1954 in Portland, Michigan and passed away on April 6, 2025 at her home in Kewadin, Michigan. Sandy and her husband Don were high school sweethearts and were married almost 50 years. After graduating high school, Sandy attended Ferris State College and graduated in 1974 after studying Court and Conference Reporting. She then obtained at job with Probate Court in Traverse City, Michigan. After five years she started her own business of court reporting. In 2001 she began working with Judge Norman Hayes in the 13th Circuit Family Court, retiring in 2020 after 19 years. She was well-respected and loved by her colleagues and peers. She was officially diagnosed with ALS in January 2024.
Sandy devoted her life to her family and grandchildren, from supporting them at sporting events, to concerts, recitals and more, she made it her priority to be a part of every aspect of their lives. She loved gathering family for the holidays, Christmas and Easter were two of her favorites, making plentiful food for us all to enjoy. She also spent time with her very close friends whom she had known for much of her life. They would gather to make chocolates every year for the holidays, and Sandy would make enough to share with community businesses and the church, and so many looked forward to receiving. Her generosity and kindness were immeasurable, her heart was big, and her passion for giving to others was unmatched. She loved to dance and listen to good music, especially live music, and had a fun-loving spirit that would brighten up any room. She loved our northern Michigan lakes, boating, playing in the water, and soaking up the sun. Sandy was devoted to her faith at First Presbyterian Church in Elk Rapids, where she and Don have been members since 1995. She was very active in the church and served on many committees. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carolyn and Richard Smith; stepfather Clare Cross; and her brother, Michael Smith. Sandy is survived by her husband, Don Davids; sister and brother-in-law, Brenda and Rick Womer; sons and daughter-in laws, Chad and Heather, and Chris and Rachael; her nine cherished grandchildren, Cole, Ryan, and Kingston Davids; Beck, London and Esme Birgy; McKenna, Myla, and Alexa Davids. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church of Elk Rapids. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m. and services will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a luncheon. |
Death NoticeChristine Kay BoalsChristine Kay Boals, 69, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, died Wednesday, April 16, 2025. She is the sister to Brenda Boals and Bradley Boals. Christine is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Nola, and sisters, Kimberly and Karen. Christine retired from the Grand Traverse Resort. She enjoyed quilting and loved spending time with the Divas. Contributions in Christine’s memory may be made to the Cherryland Humane Society. Private graveside services and burial are being held at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Elk Rapids. Please visit www.lifestorytc.com to share your thoughts and more
Kathryn Ann Dombrowski
Kathryn Ann Dombrowski, a resident of Plymouth Harbor, in Sarasota, Florida and formerly of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away on February 13, 2025.
Kathryn was born on February 24, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan to James H. and Ann (Breen) Withers. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years, Harold (Hal) Dombrowski. She is survived by her sister Sheila Drazick, of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and many cousins. Kathryn was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St. Joseph Catholic Church. She was also a member of the Elk Rapids Yacht Club, the Sarasota Yacht Club, and the Birmingham Country Club. In her spare time, she enjoyed golfing and art. A funeral liturgy will be prayed at 8:45 a.m. on Friday, May 2, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Old Mission Peninsula, 12675 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686. Interment will take place next to her husband. Share thoughts and memories with her family at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. |