Obituary Listing

Feb 23, 2026

Frank “Frankie” LeDoux, 76, of Glidden, Wisconsin, passed away on February 23, 2026.

Frank was born June 7, 1949, in Ashland, Wisconsin, to Frank LeDoux Sr. and Bessie LeDoux (née York). He spent much of his life connecting with people from all walks of life and was known for his kindness, strong faith, and unique talents.

Frank attended school in Oak Creek...

Mar 31, 2026

Helen Marie Scripter, 82, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026. She was born December 6, 1943, in Muskegon, the daughter of Mitchell and Mamie (Bailey) Battice.

Helen graduated from Michigan School for the Deaf in 1964. She went to work for Stokely's in Hart, and then married Manuel Lee Scripter that same year. Helen was a strong woman and...

Mar 29, 2026

Gerald Ray Sircher, 79, of Hart passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his home.

In accordance with Gerald's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Mar 29, 2026

Matthew Berumen, 43, of Pentwater, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at his home. He was born June 28, 1982, in Edinburg, Texas, the son of Jose and Eva (Luevano) Berumen.

Matt was a kind hearted man. Despite his illness, he always wanted to help others. He was adored by his son and his cousins who looked up to him. Matt...

Mar 28, 2026

Betty A. (Bush) Cooper, age 92 of Buckley, passed away on March 28, 2026.

Betty was an RN at both Osteopathic and Munson Hospitals, specializing in OB and a Nursing Instructor at NMC, loved and appreciated by her students. She was very involved in the Buckley community, including The Gospel Tabernacle, School Board, 4H Leader, and School Alumni Assn.

She lost her...

Mar 26, 2026

Randy McLean (Sr.) 72, of St.Ignace hung up his tool belt for the last time on March 26, 2026, leaving behind a small piece of the world built with his own two hands. A builder by trade and a storyteller by heart. Randy believed that if a job was worth doing, it was worth doing right. He was born in...

Mar 26, 2026

Mar 25, 2026

Pamela Jo Beal, age 87, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Corewell Health Hospital in Ludington, following a brave and stoic struggle.

Pamela was born on December 13, 1938, in Muskegon, Michigan, to John S. and Viola G. (Nelson) Oldt, both grew up in Riverton Township. She spent cherished summers of her youth in Riverton...

Mar 22, 2026

Mark Tweedy, 49, of Ludington, died unexpectedly Sunday, March 22, 2026, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. He was born November 10, 1976 in New Martinsville, West Virginia.

Mark is survived by: his mother, Maralyn Gable; his father, Albert Tweedy; his sister, Laura (Willie) Beegle; his daughter, Dakota Dougherty; two granddaughters, Alina and Jamine; and his dogs, Sherlock and...

Mar 22, 2026

Gerald Leonard-Young Tanner II, affectionately known by all as Gary, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026. He was born in Seoul, South Korea on November 10, 1987.

Gary was a loving father to his 3 children: JT, Malia, and Elah, as well as a beloved companion, son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, and friend. Gary had the biggest heart and he...

Mar 20, 2026

Teliana “Lana” Lisa Peterson, 59, passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2026. She was born September 16, 1966, the daughter of Jeffrey and Marie (Chciuk) O’Dell.

Lana was a kind, charming, and good-humored woman with a gentle heart and a smile that was ever-present. She had a way of brightening a room with her warmth, and her smile will...

Mar 20, 2026

Charles Wesley Kiogima, 92, of Hart, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home. He was born October 12, 1933, in Petoskey, Michigan.

Chuck served in the US Navy and US Navy Reserves from 1953-1958. He was employed by S.D. Warren as a machinist and mechanic for 42 years and retired in 1996. Chuck was a member of Muskegon Motorcycle...

Mar 19, 2026

Benjamin Robert Benson (“Benjie”), 70, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at the Poppen Hospice House in Muskegon after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. He was born on February 22, 1956, and was a lifelong resident of the Whitehall and Duck Lake community.

Benjie graduated from Whitehall High School in 1974 and remained deeply connected to his...

Mar 18, 2026

John J. Lawrey, 97, of Rapid City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, after a recent hospitalization.

John was born on June 16, 1928 in Cornwall, England, to James Henry and Annie (Hosking) Lawrey. He was a graduate of Painesdale High School in 1945 and Michigan Technological University in 1949, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical...

Mar 18, 2026

Christopher Lloyd Barnes, 52, of Ludington, died Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus. He was born September 18, 1973, in Muskegon, the son of Clarence and Diane (Wagner) Barnes.

Chris worked for several years as a certified nursing assistant. In his spare time he was an avid fisherman. Chris also loved rescuing animals, especially cats.

Chris is survived by:...

Mar 17, 2026

Timothy Kevin Hoyer, 68, of Ludington, died Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at home.  He was born September 22, 1957, in Ludington, the son of Carl and Cleola (Knudsen) Hoyer.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Timothy's life will be held later this year.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Mar 15, 2026

Joshua A. Mahan, 45, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was the beloved son of MarySue Mahan.

Josh was raised in Hart and graduated from Hart High School in 1999, where he excelled in track and cross country.

Josh traveled working construction as an ironworker; getting to see much of the US. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic,...

Mar 14, 2026

Laurence Richard Frishett, 84, of Hart passed away Saturday, March 14, 2026, at his home.

Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated at 3:00 PM, Friday, March 27, 2026, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, 2370 North 72nd Avenue, Hart, MI 49420, with Fr. Phillip Sliwinski presiding. Visitation will be on Friday from 1:00 PM until time of service at the...

Mar 14, 2026

Robert “Bob” Junior Hankins, 77, of Buckley, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 14, 2026, with the comfort of his loving wife of almost 59 years by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Bob was born on June 11, 1948, at home in Mesick, Michigan, to Robert L. and Mildred (Trowbridge) Hankins-Marlow. He is a graduate from...

Mar 13, 2026

Raymond E. Galinski, 93, of Ludington, MI passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. Ray was born on August28, 1932, in Chicago, to Stanley and Eva Galinski. He and his siblings were raised in the house on a hill on S. Washington Avenue in Ludington. After graduating from Ludington High School, Ray attended and was a graduate of Western Michigan University. It...