Obituary Listing

Jan 26, 2021

John W. Riley, 92, of Mears, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart. John was born February 6, 1928, in Hart, the son of Clayton and Flora Riley.

John was a 1946 graduate of Hart High School, and then served his...

Jan 25, 2021

Laurena "Renie" Mae Lokovich, 88, of Ludington, passed away Monday, January 25, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born December 12, 1932, in Ludington, the daughter of LeRoy and Marguerite (Brown) Sterley.

Renie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who truly enjoyed taking care of her family.  She was an incredible...

Jan 24, 2021

Richard "Dick" Dallas Burrell, 83, of Walkerville, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021. He was born January 5, 1938, in Muskegon, the son of Charles and Arlie (Noble) Burrell.

Dick was an avid outdoorsman, having loved hunting and fishing. He was a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 142 for approximately 15 years and will be remembered...

Jan 24, 2021

Danial John Buckhalter Sr., 70, of Muskegon, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born February 19, 1950, in Muskegon, the son of David and Alice (Freeman) Buckhalter Sr.

Danial was a Veteran of Vietnam, serving in the US ARMY.  Throughout his life, Danial held several different jobs, most...

Jan 24, 2021

Gary Glenn Miller, 84, of Ludington, passed from this life into the loving arms of his Lord on Sunday, January 24, 2021.  Gary was born on September 18, 1936, in Detroit.  He graduated from Denby High School in January of 1955.  Gary enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving from 1955-1959.  He married the love of his life, Ann Parsons,...

Jan 23, 2021

Peter E. Raymondo, 80, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021, at his home. He was born January 6, 1941, in Kane, Pennsylvania, the son of George and Mary (Frazino) Raymondo.

Pete proudly served his country in the US Army, and was stationed in Pirmasense, Germany. Pete was employed with Viking Food Stores, Inc. in Muskegon...

Jan 21, 2021

Karen Ann Nelson, 84, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2021. She was born December 10, 1936, in Whitehall, the daughter of Arthur and Margaret (Behnke) Schmiedeknecht.

Karen graduated from Whitehall High School in 1955. She later worked in the dietary department at the school and retired as head cook. She was a loving wife and...

Jan 18, 2021

Frances "Frannie" Ellen Acuna, 95, of Walkerville, left us peacefully on Monday, January 18, 2021, at home.  She was born April 8, 1925, in Crystal Valley, Michigan, the daughter of Francis and Maria Cummins.

Frances graduated from Hart High School in 1943.  In 1946, she married Lloyd Draggoo and they had four children, Judy, Connie, Diane, and...

Jan 18, 2021

Joy Gardy, 89, of Mears, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 18, 2021.  She was born on September 11, 1931, in Manasquan, New Jersey, the daughter of Dustan and Eurylla Allaire.

Joy was a wonderful wife, incredible, loving, and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and amazing friend.  Her kind and compassionate soul endeared her to so many...

Jan 17, 2021

Ingeborg Margarete Dalbke, 88, of Montague, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021, at home.  She was born March 13, 1932, in Stuttgart, Germany, the daughter of Wilhelm and Lina (Hessenauer) Rottler.

Inge worked as a beautician for many years in Chicago, retiring in 1981.  In her spare time, Inge was an avid gardener who participated in several...

Jan 15, 2021

Gerald "Jerry" Bruce Kiesgen Jr., 65, of Twin Lake, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021, at his home. He was born September 8, 1955, in Muskegon, the son of Gerald Sr. and Mary (Forton) Kiesgen.

Jerry was a small engine mechanic by trade, and operated his own shop, Jerry's Small Engine Repair. He was a dedicated husband...

Jan 14, 2021

David Arellano Padron, 60, of Scottville, died Thursday, January 14, 2021, at home.  He was born July 17, 1960, in Ludington, the son of Alberto and Joyce (Smith) Padron Jr.

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

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

Jan 13, 2021

Sabrina Faye Essex, 34, beloved daughter of Debra and Michael Giraitis, departed this earthly realm on January 13, 2021, at her parent's home in Hart, Michigan, after a long battle with cancer. Sabrina, or "Beaner" as she was affectionately known, was born to Debra Kay and Jerome Walter Essex on October 31, 1986.

Sabrina attended Hart Public...

Jan 13, 2021

Arthur Ritenburgh, 83, of Pentwater, died Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born August 31, 1937, in Muir, Michigan, the son of Oliver and Goldie (Davis) Ritenburgh.

Arthur retired from General Motors in 1991.  Afterwards he built his home on Pentwater Lake where he and his wife, Karen, spent their...

Jan 12, 2021

Rose Ann Quast, age 75 of Mesick, died unexpectedly January 12, 2021 at Munson Medical Center with her loving husband by her side. Rose Ann was born May 30, 1945 in Grant Twp., MI to Theodore and Jennie (Brininstool) Erickson. She attended Grant Center Hill county school being the only student in the 8th grade, and then went on...

Jan 12, 2021

Craig Christopher Curtis Sr., 55, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He was born February 17, 1965, in Hart, the son of Emory and LaRue Curtis.

Craig enjoyed snowmobiling and taking his truck across the plains. He previously attended Hart High School and worked at Krantz Farms in Mears.

Craig is survived by:...

Jan 12, 2021

Richard Lee Haggadone, 85, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021. He was born August 16, 1935, in Lansing, the son of Glenn and Ruth (nee Brown) Haggadone.

Richard was a proud member of the US Navy, Boy Scout leader for 5 years, and Indian Guides Leader. He was a graduate of Everett High School in...

Jan 12, 2021

Miriam Marquardt Gibbs of Montague, Michigan, peacefully passed away at her home on January 12th, 2021, just after her 104th birthday. She was born the first of three children on January 7th, 1917, in Muskegon, Michigan, to Carl and Beulah Marquardt.

Miriam married Elliott Gibbs, the love of her life, on November 22, 1939, and they were...

Jan 9, 2021

Barbara "Barb" Cunningham, 83, of Branch, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021, at home surrounded by loved ones. She was born February 5, 1937, in Hart, the daughter of Guy and Edna (Monroe) Wayman.

Barb is survived by: her children, Kathy (Mark) Vellenga and Colleen (Tom) Macy; many grandkids and great-grandkids; one great-great grandchild; sister-in-law, Donna Wayman;...

Jan 7, 2021

In October of 2020, Dianne Lee Arbuckle rang a bell to celebrate her fifth anniversary of being free of the breast cancer that she bravely fought for years. A wife, mother, grandmother and fighter, she died in Traverse City on January 7, 2021 at the age of 73.

Dianne was born Amber Dianne Lee in Norfolk, Virginia...