James "Jim" Albert Carlson
Apr 19, 2020
James "Jim"Albert Carlson, 82, of Pentwater, passed away peacefully at home, on April 19, 2020. Jim was born April 24, 1937, in Chicago, IL, the son of Ernest and Catherine (Suttie) Carlson.
At Jim's side at his passing was: his wife of 58 years, Ann Carlson; his daughter, Susan Carlson of Traverse City; and his son, John...
Gerald Lee Jacobson
Apr 19, 2020
Gerald Lee Jacobson, 88, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully April 19, 2020. He was born April 29, 1931, in Muskegon, the son of Helen and Jacob Jacobson.
Gerald grew up in Muskegon Heights and attended Muskegon Heights Public School System. Gerald's athletic legacy began playing ball for the "Tigers" as well as the "City League." Following high...
Ryan John Swanker
Apr 18, 2020
Ryan John Swanker, 39, of New Era, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2020. He was born May 26, 1980, in Muskegon, the son of James and Bonnie (Johnson) Swanker.
Ryan was a graduate of Mona Shores High School, class of 1999. He went on to continue his education, and became a Master Electrician. He was currently the...
Kathleen Frances Turner
Apr 17, 2020
Kathleen Frances Turner, 68, of Muskegon, died Friday, April 17, 2020, in Ludington.
Arrangements are pending at this time.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, Ludington, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Rick Allen Lighton
Apr 16, 2020
Rick Allen Lighton, 67, of Okemos, passed peacefully away Thursday, April 17, 2020. Rick was born March 27, 1953 in Muskegon.
Rick grew up on White Lake where he cemented lifelong friendships, boating, water skiing and developed a love for sunny day gatherings and lively conversation.
Rick graduated from Whitehall HS where he excelled in...
Elizabeth "Betty" Jane Powers
Apr 15, 2020
Elizabeth "Betty" Jane Powers, 98, of Ludington, died Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at Willowbrook in Scottville. She was born May 19, 1921, the daughter of John and Estelle Mantych.
Betty worked in housekeeping for the carferries, serving on all 7 vessels until her retirement in 1986 after 31 years of employment. In her spare time, Betty enjoyed...
Timothy Leo Rohrmoser
Apr 8, 2020
Timothy Leo Rohrmoser, 68, of Ludington, formerly of Chesterfield, Virginia, died Wednesday, April 8, 2020, in Ludington. He was born July 3, 1951, in Muskegon, the son of Howard and Lois (Masse) Rohrmoser.
Tim was a proud graduate of the Ludington High School Class of 1969. He earned his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University where he...
Gary Wayne White Sr.
Apr 6, 2020
Gary Wayne White Sr., 70, of Hart, passed away April 6, 2020. He was born July 8, 1949, in Hartford, the son of Maurice and Evelyn (Nash) White.
Gary proudly served his country in the US Army, for 12 years, as a paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Brigade, and as a US Army Ranger. He was a...
Thomas Smith
Apr 5, 2020
Thomas Smith, 82, passed away Sunday, April 5, 2020. He was born November 5, 1937, the son of Theophilus and Ella Smith.
A full obituary is in the process of being written and will be posted as it becomes available.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Beverly Joy Veeder
Apr 2, 2020
Beverly Joy Veeder, 72, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2020. She was born November 28, 1947, in Muskegon, the daughter of Wilber and Margaret (Joy) Mell.
Beverly married Ray Veeder on April 5, 1969. She worked most of her career as a clerk in the medical field. She was a member of the White Lake...
Carl Fredrick Flury
Apr 1, 2020
Carl Fredrick Flury, of Ludington, died on his 84th birthday, Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. He was born April 1, 1936, in Owosso, the son of Emil and Dora Flury.
Carl's background in accounting led him to multiple positions within The Owosso Group and eventually, to own SeaJay Manufacturing in New Jersey from...
Belva May Stocking
Apr 1, 2020
Belva May Stocking, 82, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020, at Ludington Woods Assisted Living.
A full obituary will be posted next week.
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.
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Glen Lee Curtis
Mar 30, 2020
Glen Lee Curtis, 87, of Pentwater, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020. He was born June 13, 1932, in Detroit, the son of Glenn and Mary (Weber) Curtis.
Lee attended a one room school house in Sheldon, the same one his father and grandfather attended. When he was in fourth grade, the family moved to Dexter, outside...
Jane Marie Kauffman
Mar 29, 2020
Jane Marie Kauffman, 78, of Whitehall, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020. She was born May 13, 1941, the daughter of Stanley and Helena (Krypel) Felcoski.
Jane married Waldo Kauffman on May 20, 2005. She worked most of her career as a caregiver. She was a life member of the White Lake VFW Post #3256 Auxiliary, American...
Barbara Ann Macomber
Mar 24, 2020
Barbara Ann Macomber, 69, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020. She was born January 10, 1951, the daughter of Alfred and June Cripe.
Barbara married Danny Macomber. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and being with her family. She was a quiet, funny, simple woman of few words. She will be deeply missed.
Barbara is...
David Wayne Jager
Mar 24, 2020
David Wayne Jager, 64, of Twin Lake, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2020. He was born March 15, 1956.
David married Karen Kahl on February 22, 1984. Together they enjoyed 28 years of marriage until her death in 2012. David was a member of the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians. He enjoyed being outside, sunsets, pow...
Jo Ethel Van Velzor
Mar 22, 2020
Jo Ethel Van Velzor, 85, of Moore Haven, Florida, formerly of Walled Lake, Michigan, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020, at home. She was born August 4, 1934, in Scotts Hill, Tennessee, the daughter of Connie Andrew and Carrie Lector (Wade) Rimmer.
Interment services were held at Mears Cemetery and a celebration of Jo's life will be...
Robert Dale Six
Mar 22, 2020
Robert Dale Six, 71, of Montague, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020. He was born on August 11, 1948, the son of Clayton and Ila Six.
Arrangements are pending.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Patricia Sue Orr
Mar 19, 2020
Patricia Sue Orr, 77, of Rothbury, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020. She was born August 9, 1942, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Gerald and Ruth (VanSetters) Sinke.
Patricia was an avid outdoorswoman, having enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing, and hunting; shooting her first deer just last year. She also enjoyed coloring, embroidering, word-finds, crossword puzzles, road...
Lewis Homer Raskey
Mar 18, 2020
Lewis Homer Raskey, 85, of Hart, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at his home. He was born July 13, 1934, in Manistee, the son of Frederick and Lillian (Mortensen) Raskey.
Lew attended Manistee High School and graduated in June 1952. He played football, basketball, and track, and was a six letter winner, receiving All State honorable...
