Obituary Listing

Nov 25, 2019

Lyle L. Collins of Ludington passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Monday, November 25, 2019, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital following an exhausting battle with cancer. He was born in July 16, 1941 in Hamlin township, the son Clarence A. and Dorothy L. (Lange) Collins. His family moved to Pere Marquette township where he and his siblings were...

Nov 24, 2019

Linda Ann Harrington, 71, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019, at Trillium Woods in Byron Center.  She was born May 16, 1948, in Ludington, the daughter of Richard and Victoria (Bogus) Piotrowski.

Throughout her life, Linda's faith and family meant the most to her. Always quick with a kind word and a smile, Linda enjoyed...

Nov 24, 2019

Judy Ann Hord, 64, of Whitehall, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019.

Judy was a fun-loving woman. She enjoyed collecting baseball cards, Minnie Mouse, playing guitar, sporting events and bowling. She was a sassy, spunky, loveable woman who was fun of life. She will be deeply missed.

Judy is survived by her friends and loved...

Nov 21, 2019

Amy Jeannette Tabor, 44, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, from cirrhosis of the liver, a disease that Amy would like everyone to realize the damage it can do to our bodies.  She was born on November 19, 1975.

Amy married Trevor Bly on October 18, 1996. She was blessed with six children in her...

Nov 19, 2019

Sandra Lee Gordon, 73, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2019. She was born September 24, 1946, in Hart, the daughter of Harry and Alta (Cummins) Raymond.

Sandra had many interests, including her roosters, baking, crocheting, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Sandra is survived by: her husband, Philip Gordon; children,...

Nov 19, 2019

Agnes Kathleen Kokx, 94, of Hart, passed peacefully to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, November 19, 2019. She was born October 9, 1925, in Weare Twp., the daughter of Leo and Mary (Hertough) Kokx.

Agnes worked as a Certified Nurse Aide for many years, and retired from Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She also served as caregiver...

Nov 17, 2019

Jeffery Lynn Kubon, 73, of Crystal Valley, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2019, at Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial Hospital in Fremont.  He was born October 20, 1946, in Hart, the son of Russell Emil and Dorothy Marie (Lynn) Kubon.

Jeffery had previously worked at Ely's Sawmill, Miller's Sawmill, Gerber Products Company, and as a local farmer. He...

Nov 14, 2019

Arthur J. Kamrowski Jr., 82, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, November 14, 2019 at Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence in Muskegon.  He was born in Chicago on October 9, 1937 to Arthur and Myrtle (Witt) Kamrowski.

Art graduated from Shelby High School in 1955 and also attended Michigan State University.  He served in the United States Navy from...

Nov 13, 2019

Michael Karry Shelder, 65, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2019. Mike was born on May 17, 1954, the son of Frank and Edna Shelder.

Cremation will take place and no services will be held at this point.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Nov 9, 2019

Raymond Chester Tracy, 81, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019.

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

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Nov 8, 2019

Robert Lee West, 50, of Hart, went to be with his Lord on Friday, November 8, 2019. He was born August 27, 1969, in Hart, the son of R. Lee and Norma (Frees) West.

Robert was an avid hunter and fisherman, and enjoyed working on classic cars. He worked in HVAC, but he was able to do...

Nov 7, 2019

Lucille Gladys Russell (March 13, 1931 – November 07, 2019)

Lucille Gladys Russell, 88, of Hart, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 7, 2019, surrounded by her loving family in Hart. She was the youngest daughter of Frances Edward and Maria Jane (Allen) Cummins.

She grew up on the family farm in Crystal Valley, Michigan and...

Nov 6, 2019

Ida Pearl (Hale) VanDerZanden, 95, of Hart, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She was born June 9, 1924, in Hart, the daughter of Peter Phillip and Rosa Caroline (Budde) Hale.

Ida had many joys in life, including gardening, sewing, and visits with coffee. She was a former 4-H leader...

Nov 5, 2019

Ronald Duane Puffer Sr., 78, of Montague, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at his home. He was born July 14, 1941, in Crystal Valley, the son of Gerald and Violetta (Hughes) Puffer.

Ronald worked for 37 years at West Michigan Steel, was an avid fisherman and hunter, and had a passion for antique cars.  Every morning...

Nov 3, 2019

Ruth Marie Josephson, 77, of Whitehall, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019, at Poppen Hospice Residence in Muskegon.  She was born July 14, 1942, in Muskegon, the daughter of Paul and Mildred (Lillmars) Holman.

Ruth was a graduate of Muskegon High School and loved being a Big Red! She also attended school to become a Cosmetologist. She...

Nov 3, 2019

Michael Brian West, 58, of Muskegon, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019. He was born March 11, 1961, in West Covina, California, the son of Charles Richard and Janet Sue (Lipski) West.

Michael was a meticulous, hardworking man, with a strong leadership mentality. He worked 18 years as a lineman with GTE Corporation, and more recently as...

Nov 1, 2019

Mary Losia Campbell, 100, of Ludington, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility in Manistee.  She was born May 16, 1919, in Sunfield, the youngest of the 7 children of Snow and Susie (Kenyon) Peabody.

Mary is survived by: her daughter, Janet (Jack) Madsen of Muncie, Indiana; her son, Fred (Jo...

Nov 1, 2019

Jeffery Wayne Terhaar, 58, of Whitehall, formerly of Grand Haven, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019. Jeff was born on January 12, 1961, the son of Dale and Geraldine Terhaar.

Jeff was a fun loving man who lived life to its fullest. He was a proud Libertarian, an avid golfer, and the 2018 Bocce Champion. Jeff was...

Oct 30, 2019

Melvin Wayne Morell, 84, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids.  He was born April 3, 1935, in Scottville, the son of Homer and Sylvia (Hannah) Morell.

Melvin served as a military police officer in the US AMRY.  After being honorably discharged he went to work for City...

Oct 28, 2019

Alberta Louise Milligan, 88, of Ludington, passed away Monday, October 28, 2019. She was born November 8, 1930, in Gary, Indiana, the daughter of Albert and Elveretta (Breese) Reitzer.

Alberta is survived by: her son, Bill (Paula) Milligan; and grandchildren, Kaitlyn (Deaven) Stadler and Phillip Milligan.

Alberta was preceded in death by: her parents, Albert...