Obituary Listing

Feb 14, 2020

Evelyn Jean Vogel, 90, of Montague, passed away at home, surrounded by her family on February 14, 2020. She was born August 25, 1929, the daughter of Cecil and Ethel Deming.

She married Joseph Vogel on August 22, 1953, at St. Philomena Catholic Church in, Beal City. They were married for 66 years and were blessed with...

Feb 13, 2020

Harold Ralph Barber, 78, of Hart, died Thursday, February 13, 2020, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility.  He was born July 11, 1941, in Royal Oak, the son of Maurice and Ethelyn (Renshaw) Barber.

Harold and his brothers, Clifford and Glen, owned and operated Town and Country Siding, in White Lake, for over 25 years until...

Feb 12, 2020

Charles "Chuck" Noel Perry, formerly of Macomb County, and for the past 29 years of Benzie County, died February 12, 2020, at Paul Oliver Living and Rehabilitation Center, in Frankfort, with close friend Jim Howell and son Zach by his side. He was born on December 10, 1962, at St. Joseph Hospital (East) in Mt. Clemens, the son of...

Feb 6, 2020

Marlene Mildred Harris, 83, of Grayling, died Thursday, February 6, 2020.

A full obituary will be posted soon.

Arrangements are pending.

Beacon Cremation and Funeral Service, Frankfort Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Feb 6, 2020

Walter O'Neal Loveless, 67, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2020. He was born April 10, 1952, the son of Wendell and Kreszenz Loveless.

Walter worked in the construction field as a union bridge construction worker until he retired as site foreman after twenty years in the field. He enjoyed attending sporting events and spending time...

Feb 2, 2020

Daniel Louis Flynn, 46, of Grand Haven, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2020. He was born April 7, 1973, the son of Dennis and Veronica Flynn.

Dan served his country proudly in the US Navy. After his time in the Navy, he was blessed with a son, Louis. He worked as a mechanic most of his career....

Jan 31, 2020

Connie Kay Alvesteffer, 72, of Hart, Michigan passed away in the early morning hours at home in the presence of family on Friday, January 31, 2020. Connie married Richard Leo Alvesteffer at St. Joseph's Catholic Church on June 19, 1965, within weeks of graduating high school and the two raised a family of four boys and five girls on...

Jan 30, 2020

Rebecca Ann McDaniels, 67, of Muskegon, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020. Rebecca was born on May 15, 1952, the daughter of Percy and Medora Harvell.

A celebration of Rebecca's life will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Central Assembly of God, 896 Home Street, Muskegon.

Beacon Cremation and Funeral...

Jan 30, 2020

Roberta "Bert" Ann Potter, 89, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020.  She was born on June 16, 1930, the daughter of Rudolph and Wanda (Suchon) Nelson.

Roberta married Arthur J. Potter in 1953. Together they enjoyed over 40 years of marriage until his death in 1994. She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, fishing, camping, and cooking....

Jan 29, 2020

Brent Michael Jones, 35, of Hart, died unexpectedly Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at home.  He was born July 22, 1984, in Alma, the son of Michael and Rebecca (Freed) Jones.

Brent was currently a team leader at Arconic, in Whitehall, where he had been employed for over 6 years.  He served on several committees for the UAW...

Jan 29, 2020

Elizabeth Jeanne Lucas, 89, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Medilodge of Ludington.  She was born March 14, 1930, in Ludington, the daughter of Wilfred and Mary (Meyer) Fortier.

Jeanne worked as a bookkeeper for many years at the Old Hamlin and Kuntry Kubbard restaurants.  She was a devoted member of St. Simon Catholic...

Jan 27, 2020

Lois Anne Foster, 89, of Hesperia, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020.  She was born November 19, 1930, the daughter of Edward and Elsie Johnson.

Lois married Richard Lee Foster in 1951. Together they were blessed with four children and 45 years of marriage until his death in 1996. Lois earned her Bachelor's Degree from Western Michigan...

Jan 26, 2020

Clara Jean Monton, 85, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2020.  Born May 11, 1934 in Hart, Michigan, she was preceded in death by her late husband of 65 years, Laverne Monton, and her parents Ermine and Leola Alvesteffer.

Clara Jean loved her family and instilled strong faith, values, and perseverance. She touched...

Jan 22, 2020

Marcia Norene Pease, 82, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020. Marcia was born on October 5, 1937, the daughter of Alice and Eldon Strong.

Marcia married Charles Pease in 1958; together they enjoyed nearly 25 years of marriage until his death in 1982. Marcia was blessed with four children. She worked for Michigan Consolidated Gas Company in...

Jan 21, 2020

James "Jim" Peterson was called home to be with his Heavenly Father at the age of 69 on January 21, 2020. His devotion to his family and God has served as an influential example to those around him.

To those who knew Jim, the first things that come to mind is his sense of humor, dependable nature,...

Jan 15, 2020

Dolores "Dee" Bendelow, 92, of Montague, went home to be with the Lord in the early hours of Wednesday, January 15, 2020.  She died peacefully, surrounded by family at White Lake Assisted Living.

Dee was born Dolores Smith in Berwyn, Illinois, and graduated from Northern Illinois University with a Bachelor's Degree in early education.  With her husband,...

Jan 15, 2020

James "Jim" Arthur Gabel, 87, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 15, 2020, at home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born September 25, 1932, in Fremont, Ohio, the son of Robert and Eleanor (Glenn) Gabel.

Jim earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from Ohio State University and was proud to be a Buckeye.  Jim was a...

Jan 12, 2020

Barbara Ellen Potter, 87, of Ludington, died January 12, 2020, while in hospice care at Oakview Medical Center in Ludington.  She was born January 7, 1933, in Burns City, Indiana, the daughter of Paul and Emily (Lamb) Sims.

Barb graduated from Redford High School in 1950 and had maintained lifelong relationships with a group of dear sorority...

Jan 11, 2020

Dianna Lynn Nicholes, 58, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020. She was born September 16, 1961, in Muskegon, the daughter of Robert and Carol (Stanley) Short.

Dianna is survived by: her loving husband, Ernest Nicholes, Sr.; step-children, Vonnie (Dan) Durst, Amy Chester, Ernest Nicholes, Jr., and Christina Nicholes; grandchildren, Michael, Andrew, Mark, Corey, Cordell, Courtney,...

Jan 11, 2020

Lois Ellen Adams, 85, of Crystal Valley Township, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020. She was born December 3, 1934, in Crystal Valley Township, to Eliger and Ettie (Harvey) Holden.

Lois grew up in Crystal Valley and later moved to Grand Rapids and Grand Haven before returning to live on the farm. She worked on and off...