Obituary Listing

Aug 3, 2025

Kraig Steven Yeck, also known as Dup Dup, of Muskegon, MI, passed away at the age of 43 on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the University of Michigan Hospital, in Ann Arbor, MI. During his passing, he was surrounded by his loving family and his best friend.

Kraig was born in Ludington, on September 18, 1981. He...

Aug 2, 2025

It is with deep love and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Gary Dominic Nowicki, who departed this life peacefully with God by his side on August 2, 2025, at the age of 78.

Gary was born on December 24, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan to Dominic and Marjorie Nowicki—a Christmas Eve gift to all who...

Aug 2, 2025

Dianne Marie Broner, 79, of Muskegon, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was born July 2, 1946, in Muskegon, the daughter of Francis and Fernetta (Colvin) Broner.

Dianne graduated from Whitehall High School in 1964. After high school, she worked as a secretary for 45 years in the R&D Engineering Segment of Sealed Power.

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Aug 2, 2025

Gaylan Dale Leek, age 73, of Twin Lake, Michigan, passed away on August 2, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 29,1952, the son of Neulan and Rosella (Turner) Leek, and was a life long resident of the area.

He worked at Neway Mold for 30 years as a C&C programmer and Tool and...

Aug 1, 2025

Evelyn "Evie" Kay Bonstell, 83, of Hart, Michigan, passed away sooner than expected on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Corewell Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids.

Evie was born April 25, 1942, in Hesperia, Michigan, to Cecil Gardner and Cora (Brown) Spaulding. On February 25, 1961, she fell in love and married Kenneth "Oop" Bonstell, with whom...

Jul 31, 2025

Mary J. Bernhardt, 96, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025. She was born January 19, 1929, in Muskegon, the daughter of Gustav and Pauline (Miel) Johnson.

Mary graduated from Whitehall High School in 1948.  She was employed by Misco/Howmet for 35 years.

Mary enjoyed gardening, spending time traveling yearly to Daytona Beach, frequently...

Jul 30, 2025

Alison Elizabeth Josephson, 33, of Muskegon, passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born April 30, 1992, in Muskegon, the daughter of Heather (Josephson) Johnson.

In the loving memory of Alison, we remember the bright and happy girl that had a smile that filled her whole face. A laugh that filled the room and energy that...

Jul 29, 2025

It is with profound sorrow and deep love that we announce the passing of Richard (Rick) Young, a cherished husband, father, friend, boss. He departed peacefully in his home.

Born in Berkeley, Michigan, Rick moved to Elk Rapids in 1974, where he purchased Don's IGA and established what is now known as Village Market. With a gentle...

Jul 29, 2025

Denise Ruth Burns, 80, of Ludington, formerly of Manistee, died Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart.  She was born September 16, 1944, in Manistee, the daughter of Daniel and Dorothy (Tangerstrom) Fairchild.

Denise worked as a registered nurse for over 20 years.  In her spare time, Denise enjoyed fishing, hunting and...

Jul 28, 2025

Sharon Rives, 84, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away on Monday July, 28 at 3:00 am. She passed of natural causes in her home, attended to by her family.

Born August 30, 1940 in Flint, to parents Robert and Eleanor (Turfus) LaRue, Sharon was a single child and spent much of her early years growing up in...

Jul 28, 2025

Gordon Wayne "Gordy" VanderLaan, 82, of Hart, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025. He was born June 9, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Cyril and Virginia (Flintoff) VanderLaan.

Gordy worked for the City of Hart for over 40 years and took great pride in his work; specifically noting that he loved his job and his work...

Jul 28, 2025

Barbara Jean Davidson, 94, of Pentwater, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025. She was born February 2, 1931, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of David and Ida (Wingeier) Washburn.

Throughout her life, Barbara demonstrated a passion for helping others and a dedication for civic engagement. In her younger years, she was a member of the choir at...

Jul 25, 2025

Ellen Sue Pearson, 44, of Walkerville, unexpectedly passed away Friday, July 25, 2025. She was born October 9, 1980, in Shelby, the daughter of Scott and Mary (Lathrop) Pearson.

Ellen was a special person who was loved by many. She loved her cats, as well as sending cards to anyone in need, enclosed with a special Ellen...

Jul 24, 2025

Richard Michael Lindsay 67, of Baldwin, died July 24, 2025.  He was born July 18, 1958.

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

Jul 22, 2025

Mr. Barton 'Bart' Edward Geyer, 88, of Hesperia, passed away in his sleep on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Bart was born in Hart, Michigan, June 15, 1937, to Herbert and Elinor (Schaner) Geyer. In 1956, Bart graduated from Catholic Central High School in Muskegon, Michigan, where he excelled in track. Following in his father's footsteps, he worked for the...

Jul 22, 2025

Our dad, Lester Williams, age 94, went home to be with his one true love, our mother, Roberta Gregwer Williams, on July 22, 2025. He was born December 2,1930, in Live Oak Florida to the late Bernie and Netti (McClellan) Williams. He was preceded in death by: his sisters, Marie Yates, Carolyn Rodgers, and Ann Samford; son-in-law, Edward Flood;...

Jul 20, 2025

Donald Bruce Shurte (Don), age 92, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on July 20, 2025 surrounded by family. He was born in Flint, Michigan to Russell and Betty (Maltby) Shurte, grew up there and went to Flint Northern High School.

He started working in the computer industry for McDonald Dairy in Flint and...

Jul 20, 2025

Janet M. Eisenlohr, 85, of Montague, went to be with Jesus, her Savior and Lord, on July 20, 2025, after courageous battles with dementia and cancer. Jan was born in Fenwick, Michigan, the daughter of Maurice "Mike" and Ruby (Lynn) Eisenlohr, on August 6, 1939. She graduated from Hart High School in 1958, and worked at Howmet and MasterTag,...

Jul 20, 2025

Edward James Van Der Zanden, also affectionately known to friends and family as Edgar, Eddie Spaghetti, and most importantly, Edward the Great, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born August 27, 1961, in Hart, the son of Charles and Ida (Hale) Van Der Zanden.

Edward was a great outdoorsman with...

Jul 18, 2025

Edward Thomas Breitmeyer, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, on his farm in Buckley, Michigan, at the age of 76.  He was born in Northville, Michigan, to Edward Jacob and Eleanore (Straehle) Breitmeyer.  The first 9 years of his life were on a truck farm in Livonia, Michigan.  His family then moved to farm in Unionville, Michigan, and upon...