Shirley Mae Kroll
Feb 6, 2026
Shirley Mae Kroll, 90, of Montague, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at Regency at Fremont. She was born January 25, 1936, in Warren Township, Michigan, the daughter of Harry and Olive (Bacon) Smith.
Shirley worked as a cashier at Wesco for 20 years until her retirement in 2008. In her spare time, Shirley enjoyed reading and crocheting. Most of all Shirley...
Kelly Lynn Robert
Feb 5, 2026
PMKelly Lynn Gamble Robert, age 64, passed away on February 5, 2026. She was born on January 5, 1962, in Detroit, Michigan, to Robert (Bud) and Sandra Gamble, and was raised in Clarkston, Michigan, where she attended Clarkston Community Schools. She later made her home in Lake Ann, Michigan.
Following high school, Kelly proudly served her country in the United States...
Joyce Elaine Wagner
Feb 5, 2026
Joyce Elaine Wagner, 78, passed away peacefully February 5, 2026. She was born December 17, 1947, the daughter of Gustave and Erma Johnson.
Joyce's greatest joy in life was her family, to whom she was deeply devoted—especially her grandchildren. She showed her love in countless ways, often through her sewing, a talent she cherished in her free...
Charlotte Marie Betka
Feb 5, 2026
Charlotte Marie Betka, 95, of Ludington, died Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Grace Valley Assisted Living in Kalamazoo. She was born March 2, 1930, in Ludington.
Charlotte grew up in Ludington and graduated from St. Simon High School. She then attended Mercy Central School of Nursing in Grand Rapids, followed by Wayne State University where she earned...
Michael Anderson
Feb 3, 2026
On October 4, 1943 Michael Harry Anderson was the fourth of five children born to Walter Jerald Anderson and Florence Marie Lavin. He passed peacefully Tuesday morning 3 Feb 2026 with his loving wife of 12 years by his side. He now joins his siblings and parents in eternal rest. Michael enlisted in the US Navy following high school...
Harold Ralph Kempker
Feb 3, 2026
Harold Ralph Kempker, 87, passed away peacefully February 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born September 3, 1938, the son of Harold and Viola (Venksy) Kempker.
Harold spent his life in motion. After graduating from Muskegon High School, he wasted no time getting started, jumping right into the semi-pro baseball league in Muskegon and playing...
Marilyn Kay Willacker
Feb 2, 2026
Marilyn Kay Willacker, 89, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Christian Care Assisted Living in Muskegon. She was born August 13, 1936, in Muskegon, the daughter of Orville and Katherine (Jansen) Anderson.
On June 25, 1955, Marilyn married Walter Francis Willacker and they were blessed with 4 children and 62 years of marriage. Marilyn...
Lillian Grace McLachlan
Feb 1, 2026
Lillian Grace (Miller) McLachlan, 95, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. She was born Nov. 5, 1930, to Ben and Grace (King) Miller.
She married Donald Bruce McLachlan, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her four adult children, Vicki (Mick) Fulkerson, Christi Gurnoe, Bruce Kim (Carol) McLachlan and Wendi (Terry) Wooten, as...
Steven "Steve" Edward Mcclellan
Feb 1, 2026
Steven "Steve" Edward McClellan, 57, passed away unexpectedly February 1, 2026. He was born July 18, 1968, in Hart, the son of Daniel McClellan Sr. and Nancy Anderson.
Steve deeply loved his family and found great joy in the time he spent with them. He was known for his uncanny sense of humor, often making it feel...
Dale A. Lee
Feb 1, 2026
Dale A Lee, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away in his home after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer. Born on November 23, 1951, to Mary Ellen and Bernard Lee, Dale attended and graduated from Laingsburg High School in 1969. He married Julia A. Schroeder on March 4, 1972. Together, Dale and Julie raised three busy boys in their Laingsburg...
Richard Roy Bantien
Feb 1, 2026
Richard Roy Bantien of Elk Rapids, age 93, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Traverse City, MI. Born on September 14, 1932 in Armada, MI, Richard lived a long and deeply meaningful life shaped by love, family and community.
An Eastern Michigan University graduate, Richard met the love of his life, Suzanne Vaughn, while on...
Bernadette Kay Byrne
Jan 31, 2026
Bernadette Kay Byrne, known to family and friends as "Kay," was born in Huntington, Indiana, to Bernard and Norma Stambazze. She passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Kay was devoted to her family and found great joy in being a grandmother. She loved celebrating traditional holidays and could always be counted on...
Ronald Stuart Culp
Jan 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ronald Stuart Culp
January 20, 1930 – January 30, 2026
Ronald Stuart Culp, passed away peacefully in Traverse City on January 30, 2026, at the age of 96. Surrounded by his loving family, Ron left this world wrapped in the same profound love he spent a lifetime cultivating.
Ron’s journey was defined by a deep commitment to his country...
Ned Anthony Zaffino
Jan 30, 2026
Ned Anthony Zaffino, 89, of Warren PA, passed away peacefully Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility of Hart MI. He was born November 16, 1936, in Mayburg, Pennsylvania, the son of Samuel and Stella (Pisani) Zaffino.
In his early years, Ned enjoyed roller skating, camping with many friends and family, bowling, and...
Robin "Rob" Frederick Hanson
Jan 30, 2026
Robin (Rob) Frederick Hanson, 71, of Ludington, went to be with the Lord on January 30, 2026. Born in Cleveland Hts, Ohio.
Rob was a man of faith, full of love, laughter.. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him. Rob is survived...
Mary E. Haynor
Jan 29, 2026
Mary E. Haynor, 68, of Ludington, died Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Sally Faye Iles
Jan 28, 2026
Sally Faye Iles, 82, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.
A full obituary will be posted later this week.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Linda Carol Ayers
Jan 28, 2026
Linda Carol (Brown) Ayers, age 86, went to her eternal home in heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Linda was born on April 13, 1939, in Durand, Michigan. Except for a few years spent living out of state, Michigan was always her home and held her heart. Over the years, she lived in Durand, Cadillac, Flint, Ludington,...
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire
Jan 28, 2026
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire, 79, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 28, 206, at home.
A full obituary will be post at a later date.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Gary Lee Finkbeiner
Jan 28, 2026
Gary Lee Finkbeiner, age 68, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in his home.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Gary lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him.
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