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Mary Jane Rhodes

Mary Jane Rhodes

Dec 17, 2025

Mary Jane (Slicker) Rhodes, 75, of Ludington, MI drifted away on December 17, 2025 surrounded by her daughters ending her journey with Alzheimer’s.

Mary Jane was born the youngest of three daughters to Dorthy Inez Johnson Slicker and Norman Slicker in Massillon, OH on Sept 3, 1950. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Sheila Brannon and Lorraine...

Raymond E. Galinski

Raymond E. Galinski

Mar 13, 2026

Raymond E. Galinski, 93, of Ludington, died Friday, March 13, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. He was born August 28, 1932, in Chicago, the son of Stanley and Eva (Pepolowski) Galinski.

A full obituary will be posted later this week.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Thursday, March 26, 2026, at St. Simon Catholic Church, with Father...

James (Jim) Luther Griswold

James (Jim) Luther Griswold

Mar 10, 2026

James (Jim) Luther Griswold, 94, of Kewadin, died at home, peacefully on March 10, 2026.

Jim was born on November 23, 1931, in Saginaw, the son of Arthur and Catherine (Stein) Griswold.

Jim graduated from Midland High School in 1950. He proudly spent four years with the Navy, stationed at Midway Island. Upon his return, he attended Michigan Technology College. In 1957...

Deborah Juanita Krajkiewicz

Deborah Juanita Krajkiewicz

Mar 10, 2026

Deborah Juanita Krajkiewicz, 65, of Scottville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon Campus.  She was born February 27, 1961, the daughter of Raul and Cachita (Davila) Rodriguez.

Cremation has taken place and in accordance with her wishes, no services will be held at this time.

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

Randall Scott Webster

Randall Scott Webster

Mar 7, 2026

Randall Scott Webster, 68, of Whitehall, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon Campus. Born July 17, 1957, in Shelby, Michigan, Scott was the son of Richard and Delora (Deneke) Webster and spent the next 68 years making sure life was never boring for anyone around him.

Scott proudly served in the United States Navy as a...

Nancy Joanne Anderson

Nancy Joanne Anderson

Mar 5, 2026

Nancy Joanne Anderson, 82, of Ludington, Michigan, left this world unexpectedly but peacefully in the comfort of her home to enter into the presence of the Lord on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

Born on September 15, 1943, in Ludington, Michigan, Nancy lived a life marked by grace and kindness and a steadfast faith in Jesus Christ. Her walk with the Lord...

Frances "Jeanne" Lanenga

Frances "Jeanne" Lanenga

Mar 5, 2026

Frances “Jeanne” Lanenga, 91, of Hart, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born January 10, 1935 in Oak Park, Illinois, the daughter of Christian & Frances (Runik) Rockholm.

Jeanne met the love of her life, Louis Lanenga, at Geneva Bible Camp when they were teens. After he returned from serving...

Charles "Chuck" John Carson

Charles "Chuck" John Carson

Mar 5, 2026

Charles “Chuck” John Carson, 83, passed away peacefully, in his own home on March 5, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born February 8, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Fred and Pauline (Miel) Carson.

Chuck was a lifelong resident of Fruitland Township, he married Vida Botruff in 1970, and worked at Whitehall Leather Company for...

Barbara Mary Bailey

Barbara Mary Bailey

Mar 1, 2026

Barbara Mary Bailey, 81, of Scottville, died Sunday, March 1, 2026, at home. She was born February 17, 1945, in Hart, the daughter of Elten Eugene and Julia (Kequom) Bailey.

Barbara was a tribal member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians.

Cremation has taken place and Barbara will interred in Mears Cemetery with her parents in the spring.

Beacon Cremation &...

Larry Arnold Rogner

Larry Arnold Rogner

Mar 1, 2026

Larry Arnold Rogner, 77, of Ludington, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 1, 2026. He was born April 10, 1948, in Frankenmuth, the son of the late Arnold Herman Rogner and Mildred Alma Hedwig Schreiner.

Larry and his siblings, Barbara (Robert) Wenglikowski, Sandra (Dale) Muehlfeld and Robert Rogner were raised on a dairy farm in the Frankenmuth...

Richard Donald Patton

Richard Donald Patton

Mar 1, 2026

Richard Donald Patton, 77, of Montague, died Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the Leila & Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence in Muskegon. He was born October 13, 1948, in Muskegon, the son of Warren and Frances (Beauregard) Patton.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of...

Carol Ann Inman

Carol Ann Inman

Mar 1, 2026

Carol Ann Inman, aged 84, of Kingsley, Michigan passed on March 1, 2026.

Carol was born in Muskegon, Michigan to Ahlmann and Elvena. She is the beloved widow to Jerry Inman, devoted mother to Andrew, Emily and Lucas and the proud grandmother of Kyle, Lauren, Kinsey and Kennedy.

Carol is a graduate of Muskegon High School. After graduation she obtained her Nursing...

Hallard Floyd Kittridge

Hallard Floyd Kittridge

Feb 28, 2026

Hallard Floyd Kittridge, 89, passed away on February 28, 2026 leaving behind a lifetime of laughter, stories and unforgettable memories. Hallard was born on September 30, 1936, in Montague, Michigan to Charles and Emma Kittridge. He was a man armed with sharp wit, a twinkle in his eye, and a story always ready to be told. Time spent with Hallard...

Marie Annette (Shaw) Baynton

Marie Annette (Shaw) Baynton

Feb 24, 2026

Marie Annette (Shaw) Baynton

On Tuesday February 24th, 2026, Marie Annette (Shaw) Baynton,83, of Monroe Center, Michigan departed to rest with our lord and to reunite with those who departed before her.

Marie,was born on October 4th,1942 in Battle Creek Michigan to Newman and Marion Shaw. She graduated from Nashville High School in 1961. She went on to marry Alfred William( Bill)...

Junius "Dick" Richard Mulvey

Junius "Dick" Richard Mulvey

Feb 23, 2026

Junius Richard “Dick” Mulvey, 75, of Muskegon, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at his home. Dick was born on March 2, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Junius and Mary (Bridges) Mulvey Sr.

A proud alumnus of Culver Military Academy and Wayland Academy, Dick exemplified dedication and service early in life by enlisting in the United States Navy...

Barbara Jean Suttorp

Barbara Jean Suttorp

Feb 21, 2026

Barbara Jean Suttorp, 88, of New Era, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, February 21, 2026, after a hard fought battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on December 1, 1937, in Hart, Michigan, to Earl and Marie (Borgers) Kokx.

Barb held many jobs throughout her life, but the role she treasured most was being a mom, raising her children...

Albert Russ Tollenaar

Albert Russ Tollenaar

Feb 20, 2026

Albert Russ Tollenaar, 55, of Muskegon, died Friday, February 20, 2026, at Trinity Health Muskegon. He was born August 19, 1970, in Muskegon, the son of Herbert and Betsey (Ray) Tollenaar.

Albert enjoyed playing video games and watching tv.

Albert is survived by: his sister, Virginia Pickle; his brother-in-law, Jerry Matthews; and his nephew, Harley Bower.

Albert was preceded death by: his parents;...

Angela Marie Alltop

Angela Marie Alltop

Feb 20, 2026

Angela Marie Alltop, 49, of Hart, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 20, 2026, at her home. She was born March 22, 1976, in Shelby, the daughter of James and Joyce (Monroe) Alltop.

Angie had a presence that could fill any space and time. She was a loving daughter, mom, grandma, aunt, sister, cousin, and friend. She had the deepest love...

Jerry Milton Moore

Jerry Milton Moore

Feb 19, 2026

Jerry Milton Moore, a passionate outdoorsman, skilled hunter, and dedicated car and tractor enthusiast, passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 82.

Born on September 9, 1943, to Sadie Elizabeth Smith and Clare Milton Moore, Jerry lived a life defined by hard work, a deep love of nature, and an appreciation for anything powered by a motor. Those...

Sandra Jean Smith

Sandra Jean Smith

Feb 19, 2026

Sandra Jean Smith, 78, of Traverse City, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. She was born January 26, 1948, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, the daughter of Emil and Margaret (Varga) Pavlovics.

Sandra. Wife. Mother. Mimi (to her granddaughters). Sister. Friend. Teacher. She touched the lives of so many because of her...

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