Obituary Listing

Jul 17, 2025

Bonnie Kate Griffin, 86, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, at home.  She was born August 9, 1938, in Battle Creek, Michigan, the daughter of Albert and Ada (Webb) Hard.

On September 19, 1952, Bonnie married Ray "Bud" Griffin II, and in 1954, they moved to Ludington to raise their family.

Bonnie worked...

Jul 17, 2025

Edward William Straley, affectionately known to his friends and family as Eddie, 70, of Twin Lake, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family. He was born November 9, 1954, in Ithica, New York, the son of Daniel and Christine (Doane) Straley.

Eddie was a graduate of Muskegon High School where he excelled...

Jul 16, 2025

Gary Salerno, 71, of Pentwater,  passed away peacefully at his home Wednesday, July 16, 2025.  Gary was briefly in the care of Harbor Hospice and surrounded by his son, Mike, and brother, Mark at the time of his death.

Gary was born April 26, 1954, in Yonkers, New York.  His family relocated to Sarasota, Florida in his...

Jul 15, 2025

June Ina Short, 98, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born May 26, 1927, in Port Huron, the daughter of John and Ida (Young) McEachern.

June was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed sewing, knitting and canning her own jams and jellies.  She worked...

Jul 14, 2025

Ronald Gene Monroe Sr., 82, of Hesperia, formerly of Walkerville, passed away, Monday, July 14, 2025. He was born July 25, 1942, in Hart, the son of Roy and Josie (Gargano) Monroe.

Ron had a lifelong love for the great outdoors. Whether he was casting a line on a quiet lake, tracking deer through the woods, bear...

Jul 13, 2025

Charles "Charlie" Eugene Newberry, 93 of Elk Rapids, passed away peacefully, Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Charlie was born August 5, 1931 in Frankfort, Michigan, the son of Charles and Myrtle (Johnson) Newberry.  He grew up in Arcadia, Michigan. Charlie served our country honorably in the United States Air Force from 1952-1956.  After returning to civilian life, he...

Jul 12, 2025

Kenneth L. Dahl, 95, of Montague, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was born December 14, 1929, in Montague, the son of Marcus and Henrietta (Cordes) Dahl.

On October 18, 1952, Ken married Elaine Jensen and they spent 54 together.

Ken was a proud United States Navy veteran, who served during the Korean War....

Jul 11, 2025

Suzanne (Suzie) Christine Artman, 65, of Montague, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025. She was born December 3, 1959 Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of John and Elsie (Schollard) Vandeborne.

On July 21, 1995 Suzie married Darren Artman and enjoyed a joyful time until separating  in 2010

She enjoyed nature, family, and most of all, spending...

Jul 8, 2025

John Scott Munro, 83 of Williamsburg, Michigan, passed away, Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in Traverse City.

Services are pending and will be announced soon.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Elk Rapids Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Jul 8, 2025

Ricky J. Hurst, 70, of Baldwin, died July 8, 2025.  He was born March 28, 1955.

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 7, 2025

Robert Walter Forester, 80, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, in Hart. He was born June 7, 1945, in New York City to John and Hildegard (Reichelt) Baumsteiger.

After moving to Michigan and completing his bachelor's degree, Robert started a long career in utilities management at Consumer's Power Company and the Lansing Board of...

Jul 6, 2025

Gloria P. Rigoni, 99, of Big Blue Lake Township, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. Gloria was born in Elgin, Illinois on January 21, 1926, the eldest daughter of the eight children of Glenn Shales and Lena Baumann.

Surviving are Gloria's brother, Butch Shales, along with both of her sisters, Norma Shales and Victoria "Vicki" (Shales)...

Jul 5, 2025

Michael Stanton Castor, 82 of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at his home. He was born March 1, 1943, in Muncie, Indiana, the son of Ersie "Pat" and Helen (Quakenbush) Castor. In January of 1967, Mike married the love of his life, Susan (Hoenigman) Castor, and she preceded him in death on January 9, 2022.

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Jul 4, 2025

Lynn Shannon Bromley, 83, of Walkerville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 4, 2025, at her home, surrounded by family. She was born May 8, 1942, in Twining, Michigan, the daughter of Rev. Justus Dowd and Aleta (Curtis) Dowd.

Lynn attended grade school at Twining Arenac Eastern. She later attended Walkerville High...

Jul 4, 2025

In Loving Memory of Hollyn Marie Tompkins Formerly Hollyn Marie Prince August 25, 1951 – July 4,2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hollyn Marie Tompkins, age 73. Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and adopted by John and Lillian Prince in 1952, Hollyn lived a life filled with love, compassion, and devotion...

Jul 3, 2025

John Christian Herremans, age 90, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, July 3, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, with much love and support from his family.

John was proceeded in death by his parents, Peter and Rosa (VanAgtmael) Herremans; sister, Barbara Schropp; and beloved son Patrick (Pat) Neil Herremans.

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Jul 2, 2025

Monica May Baranski, 87, of Shelby, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025. She was born May 4, 1938, in Detroit, the daughter of Stanley and Elizabeth (Ziobron) Wierzbicki.

Following high school, Monica worked as a comptroller for the railroad. She had various hobbies, including sewing and jigsaw puzzles, but most of all she loved spending time with...

Jul 1, 2025

Lee Patrick went to heaven on July 1, 2025. He was born in Buffalo, New York, the son of Irene and Leo Mrowczynski.

He was, and always will be, his wife, Cheryl's, love of her life. Lee and Cheryl were married for 37 years.

Lee leaves behind a very loved and adored daughter, Tara (Chris)...

Jun 30, 2025

Arthur John Jepson Jr.

April 22, 1928 – June 30, 2025

Arthur John Jepson Jr. went to heaven to be with Jesus and his wife Arlene Jepson on Monday, June 30, 2025. Arthur's wife of 74 years, Arlene, preceded him in death by just 9 days. Arthur passed quietly in the night at his home...

Jun 30, 2025

Ernest "Ernie" Arnold Mehs, 89, of Kingsley, died Monday, June 30, 2025.

Graveside services will be conducted at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Evergreen Cemetery in Kingsley.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Kingsley Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com