John Daniel Mcgraw
Sep 7, 2019
John McGraw, 62, of Ludington, died from cancer and its complications Saturday, September 7, 2019, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus in Grand Rapids. John (Johnny as he was known when he was very young) was born January 29, 1957, in Wyandotte, Michigan, the son of Alma and Phillip McGraw of Ecorse, Michigan. He spent the early years of his...
Donald Judson Mcgahan
Sep 6, 2019
Donald Judson McGahan, 85, of Rothbury, passed away Friday, September 6, 2019. Don was born on November 26, 1933, the son of Arthur and Adolade McGahan.
Cremation will take place and no services will be held.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Pamela Marie Kring
Sep 6, 2019
Pamela Marie Kring, age 57, of Whitehall, was called home by her Heavenly Father, Friday, September 6, 2019, surrounded by her family. She was born July 26, 1962, in Muskegon, MI, to Dale & Nancy (Jacobs) Dubois. Pam devoted her life to God, her family, church family, and Whitehall community. She was an active member of the Evangelical Covenant...
Dolores Diane Johnson
Sep 5, 2019
Dolores Diane Johnson, 72, of Twin Lake, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019. Dolores was born October 17, 1946, the daughter of Ernest and Velma Stanfield
Dolores married Robert Johnson in 1964 and were blessed with 55 years of marriage and 2 children. She worked for Howmet for 35 years until her retirement. Dolores enjoyed shopping, camping,...
Leroy Anthony Schott
Sep 5, 2019
Leroy Anthony Schott, age 84, journeyed to his heavenly home September 5, 2019, after a short fight with cancer. A Ludington native, Leroy was born February 9, 1935 to John and Lucille Schott. After graduating from St. Simon's Catholic High School, Leroy worked at a gas station until he left for Korea, serving in the Army from 1956 to...
Mary Jane Petersen
Sep 5, 2019
Mary Jane Petersen, 92, of Ludington, died Thursday, September 5, 2019, at her home. She was born February 27, 1927, in Detroit, the daughter of Frank and Marie (Goodrich) Rawley.
Mary Jane was a graduate of Dominican High School, in Detroit, in the class of 1944. She entered Siena Heights University then transferred to the University of...
Donna Marie Heiland
Sep 4, 2019
Donna Marie Heiland, 73, of Ludington, died Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at home. She was born July 12, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois.
Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, Ludington, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Robert Herbert Gale
Sep 3, 2019
Robert Herbert Gale, 87, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Robert was born January 20, 1932, the son of Augustus and Hilda Gale.
Robert served his country proudly in the US Army. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on cars. He was a likable, funny, hardworking man who will be deeply missed.
Robert...
Ernest "Dick" Richard Bly
Sep 3, 2019
Dick passed away at home on September 3, 2019. He was born in Delaware and spent his early years in Whitehall, Michigan. The family later moved to Muskegon and he graduated from Mona Shores High School. He spent time in the Navy, and in 1974 married Karel (now Schram). They spent 10 years skiing and enjoying life in Crested...
Betty Dorothy Christians
Aug 29, 2019
Betty Dorothy Christians, 63, of Pentwater, passed away August 29, 2019. She was born May 20, 1956, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Raymond and Mary (Lagendyke) Ondersma.
Betty was a member of the Grand Rapids Woodland Weavers & Spinners Guild, and the Pentwater Artisan Learning Center, where she mentored other members in the art of weaving....
Sharon Diane Krusinsky
Aug 28, 2019
Sharon Diane Krusinsky, 71, of Rothbury, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019. Sherry was born May 30, 1948 in Muskegon, Michigan.
In 1968, she married Jerry Krusinsky and together they were blessed with four children and 50 years of marriage until his death in 2018. Sherry enjoyed crocheting, cooking, spending time in the pool, and her dogs....
Frances Lucille Tate
Aug 28, 2019
Frances Lucille Tate, 92, of Hart, went to be with her Lord on August 28, 2019. She was born January 4, 1927, in Ludington, the daughter of Timothy and Jane (Shinsky) Barber.
Frances was an active member of St. Gregory Catholic Church, and a loving wife, mom, grandma, and great-grandma.
Frances is survived by: her...
Arnold "Arnie" Robert Lambrix
Aug 27, 2019
Arnold Robert Lambrix, 70, of Hart, was reunited with his son, Curt, in Heaven, on Tuesday, August 27, 2019. He was born October 20, 1948, in Hart, the son of Vernon and Jean Ann (Bruckman) Lambrix.
Arnie was very active in his community, having been a member and past president of Hart Jaycees, a referee for youth...
Jean Elaine Streeting
Aug 25, 2019
Jean Elaine Streeting, 67, of Fruitland Township, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019. Jean was born April 28, 1952, the daughter of Donald and Edythe Peterson.
Jean married David Streeting on January 21, 1977. Together they were blessed with 3 children and 42 years of marriage. Jean enjoyed reading, her flower gardens, going to the beach, knitting,...
Katherine M Davey
Aug 23, 2019
Katherine Mayrene Davey, 83, of Hart, passed away Friday, August 23, 2019. Katherine was born January 24, 1936, the daughter of William and Sudie Dennison.
Cremation will take place and no services will be held.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Joan Rae Peterson
Aug 17, 2019
Joan Rae Peterson, 88, of Hart, passed away August 17, 2019, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart. She was born April 22, 1931, in Chicago, the daughter of Ray and Evelyn (Gilman) Summe.
Joan was a teacher for 42 years in the Chicago and Tucson areas.
Joan is survived by: her children,...
Eugene Arther Short Sr.
Aug 15, 2019
Eugene Arther Short Sr., 76, of Twin Lake, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2019. Eugene was born March 5, 1943, the son of Herbert and Carrie Short.
Eugene served his country in the U.S. Army. Following his service he met Marguerite Segar. They were married in 1966 and enjoyed 38 years of marriage until her death in...
David Allan Driscoll
Aug 13, 2019
David Allan Driscoll, 81, of Montague, passed away Tuesday, August 13, 2019. He was born July 25, 1938, the son of Earl and Ardath Driscoll.
In 1960, David married Bette Riekels. Together they were blessed with 59 years of marriage and two children. David worked for many years as a substance abuse counselor. He was Past President...
Carole Lyne Starr
Aug 12, 2019
Carole Lyne Starr, 75, of Montague, passed away Monday, August 12, 2019. Carole was born on December 18, 1943, the daughter of Clayton and Louise Stevens.
In keeping with Carole's request, cremation will take place and no services will be held.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Jennifer Lynn Fitzpatrick-Fekken
Aug 11, 2019
Jennifer Lynn Fitzpatrick-Fekken, 44, of Montague, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, August 11, 2019. Jennifer was born June 8, 1975, the daughter of Edward and Janet Stout.
Jennifer was full of life. She worked several jobs in her life but most notably as a bartender. She was blessed with 6 children but was also seen as a mother...
