Obituary Listing

Oct 6, 2025

Patricia Suzanne (Avenmarg) O'Dell

February 20, 1956—October 6, 2025

Pat O'Dell died on Monday October 6, after a three-and-a-half-year struggle with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia. She is survived by her brother Mark Avenmarg, cousins William Carney and Ronetta (Carney) Uhl, second cousin Patricia Thompson, second cousins Michael and Susan (Thompson) Sheets and their children and families:...

Oct 6, 2025

Jennifer Louise Bourion

November 19, 1980 – October 6, 2025

Jennifer Bourion (Irons), of Kingsley, MI, passed away peacefully after a battle with Stage IV breast cancer, Monday, October 6th, 2025.

Jennifer was born in St. Joseph, MI, November 19, 1980, the daughter of Richard Irons and Linda Yauch. Jennifer was a devoted...

Oct 4, 2025

John Dennison McKean, 68, of Manton, formerly of Frankfort and Marquette, died Saturday October 4.

Private graveside services will take place in the Marilla Township Cemetery, in Manistee County, in the spring.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Oct 4, 2025

Marsha Kissell, 69, of Ludington, passed away Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Corewell Health Blodgett Hospital in Grand Rapids.  She was born November 24, 1955.

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

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

www.beaconfh.com

Oct 4, 2025

Jean Schurch, 92, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025.  She was born in 1933 and was the eldest of three daughters of Leona and Harold Chesbrough.

Mrs. Schurch is preceded in death by: her parents; her sisters, Nancy (Henderson) and Judy (Chaundy); her dear high school friend, Betty Cooper' and a number...

Oct 3, 2025

Judiann West DeMartino (1945 – 2025)

Judiann West DeMartino, 80, of Montague saw her last sunset over White Lake on Oct. 3, 2025. Her death left a void in the many lives she touched with humor and love, especially among those special education students she taught.

Judi was born in Muskegon, Sept. 5, 1945 to...

Oct 3, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Spierenburg, 90, of Bradenton, Florida, (formerly of Hart and Montague) entered Heaven on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born August 20, 1935, in Hart, Michigan, to Norman and Eula (Krauss) Spierenburg.

Jerry was a 1954 graduate of Hart High School. While still in high school, he joined...

Oct 3, 2025

Lonny Alan Wright, 56, of Branch, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  He was born June 3, 1969, in Adrian, Michigan.

Lonny was employed as a correctional officer at The Oaks Correctional Facility in Manistee for 26 years until his medical retirement in December 2024.  Lonny was very active in fitness and...

Sep 30, 2025

Holly Cassidy Ludahl, 23, of Hesperia, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was born April 26, 2002, in Muskegon, the daughter of Frank Landino the third and Dawn Morningstar.

On April,15th,2023, Holly marred Anthony Ludahl, they were married two short years but spent six years together. They were blessed with two beautiful boys, Tristian and Bobby,...

Sep 28, 2025

Thena Christine "Christy" Alligood

January 1, 1976 – September 28, 2025

Christy Alligood, of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, passed away peacefully after a short battle with brain cancer, Sunday, September 28th, 2025.

Christy was born in Agana, Guam, January 1,1976, the daughter of Stephen Alligood and Nanette Azevedo. Christy was a devoted mother...

Sep 27, 2025

Robert "Rob" Ray Byer crossed the final finish line on September 27, 2025, at the age of 55, in Baldwin, Michigan. He leaves behind a legacy as vibrant as his passion for racing. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, on December 1, 1969.

After waving the checkered flag on his high school years at Cadillac High in...

Sep 26, 2025

Marilyn Ruth (Gundy) Tanner passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in Hart. She was born September 5, 1928, in Muskegon, to Ralph and Fannie Gundy. She graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1946.

Marilyn married LaVerne Tanner on December 26, 1947, and they celebrated 35 years together until his passing in 1983. She then spent...

Sep 26, 2025

David M. Nelson, 87, of Montague, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born March 29, 1938, in Shelby, the son of Claire and Irene (Johnson) Nelson.

David graduated from Montague High School in 1956. After high school, he worked on his family dairy farm. Later in life, he was a truck driver in Florida and...

Sep 26, 2025

Morris (Pete) Henry Hunt, 86, of Montague, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born February 15, 1939, in Shelby, the son of Walter and Esther (Gillan) Hunt.

Pete graduated from Montague in 1957. After high school, he received his bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University in political science and mathematics. He co-owned Hunts Hardware until...

Sep 26, 2025

Helen Frances Bartlett passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on September 26, 2025, at the age of 99 years 8 months. She was born on January 22, 1926, to Harold and Dorothy (Jermin) Clark, in Northville Township, Michigan. She was baptized in Alpena, Michigan, at Trinity Episcopal Church, by her great uncle.

She grew up in...

Sep 25, 2025

Milton Ralph Arnold, 90, of Hart, entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, September 25, 2025. The son of Ralph and Julia (Robertson) Arnold, Milton actually came into this world on January 11, 1935, a "preemie baby" weighing under 3#. The doctor did not sign his birth certificate until the 12th when he realized this baby was going to...

Sep 25, 2025

Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr, 64, passed away comfortably in his home, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born June 3, 1961, the son of Roy and Charlotte (Pulsipher) McCann of Hesperia.

Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr. lived a full and active life, always bringing energy and laughter wherever he went. Known for his quick wit and endless supply...

Sep 24, 2025

James "Jim" Russel Mason, age 90, of Hart, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 24 after a courageous battle with lung cancer and complications from a fall. He was surrounded by his loving family and is now rejoicing in the presence of his Savior.

Jim was born on May 20, 1935, in Swanton, Ohio, to Russell and...

Sep 24, 2025

Dolores Jane Smith, 85, of Muskegon, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born September 5, 1940, in Muskegon, the daughter of Joseph and Esther (Wroblewski) Lack.

Dolores graduated from Muskegon High School in 1958. After high school, she worked for Teledyne Continental Motors and then went to work for Hackley Hospital as a medical transcriptionist...

Sep 23, 2025

Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born October 10, 1941, in Troy, Ohio, the son of Earl and Marguerite (Shroyer) Snider.

Larry grew up in Clark County, Ohio on a 500 acre grain farm near South Charleston, where his father, Earl,...