Obituary Listing

Aug 20, 2018

Elizabeth Lucille Morin, 89, of Ludington, passed away Monday, August 20, 2018, at home.  She was born November 25, 1928, in Ludington, the daughter of Ellsworth and Mary (Drabenstott) French.

Elizabeth worked as a nurse's aide at Baywood Nursing Home in Ludington for several years, and later in housekeeping at Memorial Medical Center in Ludington for over...

Aug 20, 2018

Martha J. Brubaker, 87, of Hart, passed away Monday, August 20, 2018, at Cherry Blossom Manor in Hart. She was born August 28, 1930, the daughter of Chester and Josephine (Evans) Mack.

Martha worked as the custodian at Golden Community Schools for 17 years and later at Powers Store of Hart for several...

Aug 13, 2018

Jeffery Arthur Barker, 61, of Whitehall, passed away August 13, 2018. Jeffery was born on February 14, 1957 to George and Lucille Barker. In keeping with his wishes cremation will take place. Services will take place a later date. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service- White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Aug 13, 2018

Jeffrey John Emery, 54, of Mears, died unexpectedly Monday, August 13, 2018, Mercy Health Sherman Campus in Muskegon. He was born June 23, 1964 in Detroit.

Jeff was working as a hi-lo operator at Chassix, in Montague, where he had been employed for the past 17 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed...

Aug 13, 2018

Dorothy Jensen, 97, of Ludington, passed away Monday, August 13, 2018, at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born July 4, 1921, in Ludington, the daughter of Nels and Serene (Petersen) Lund.

Dorothy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and foster mother to over 100 children.  She was an active member of Bethany Lutheran Church...

Aug 11, 2018

Nancy Marlene Morell, 75, of Ludington, died Saturday, August 11, 2018, at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility.  She was born February 21, 1943, in Grand Rapids.

Nancy worked as a cashier at Meijer for many years.  In her spare time, she enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casino, and traveling, especially the trips through the Scottville...

Aug 6, 2018

Alexandra "Sandy" Kay Meeker, 76, of Ludington, passed away Monday, August 6, 2018, at home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born June 27, 1942, in Ludington, the daughter of David and Kaziemara (Draminski) Boguszewski.

In her youth, Sandy enjoyed ballet and tap dancing.  She also enjoyed going dancing at Johnny's, in Custer, where she met...

Aug 5, 2018

Doris Conley, 83, of Ludington, died Sunday, August 5, 2018, at Medilodge of Ludington.  She was born June 14, 1935. Arrangements are pending. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere-Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Aug 5, 2018

Robert "Bob" Eugene Cousins, 49, of Montague, died unexpectedly Sunday, August 5, 2018, at home. He was born July 12, 1969, in Muskegon, the son of James and Cleolla (Vermillion) Cousins Sr. Bob enjoyed riding motorcycles, driving his truck, talking on the cb radio and listening to country music. Bob is survived by: his mother, Cleolla Cousins of Montague; his...

Aug 5, 2018

James Carlton Goff Jr., 59, of Hart, died Sunday, August 5, 2018, at Lakeshore Hospital in Hart.  He was born April 20, 1959, in Rota, Spain, the son of James and Betty Goff. Cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at a late date. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Aug 2, 2018

Paul Joseph Vanden Heuvel, 65, of Hart, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018, at home. He was born July 13, 1953, in Hart, the son of Joseph and Theda (Cummins) Vanden Heuvel.

Paul was a friendly guy who enjoyed going out for coffee and talking with his family and...

Aug 2, 2018

Donald James Brandel, 80 years, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018, surrounded by his family that he deeply loved.

Donald was born in Hart, Michigan on October 10, 1937, to George and Thelma Brandel.  He grew up on the family farm until proudly serving his country in the U.S. Air Force.  In 1962, he married...

Aug 2, 2018

George Graham, 76, passed away Thursday August 2, 2018. At this time arrangements are pending. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service-White Lake Chapel is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Jul 29, 2018

Marshall F. Mattis II, of Ludington, died July 29, 2018, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Campus Grand Rapids. Marshall has joined those loved ones who have gone before him, his loving wife, Marcia Joy (Fearnow) Mattis; daughter, Cheryl; son, Joesph; mother, father, sister and many in-laws. Surviving sons, Roger, Marshall III, daughter in-law Katy, granddaughter Kelly, special sister in-law (and...

Jul 29, 2018

Rev. Dr. Ronald Lloyd Keller, our beloved husband, dad, and grandfather, passed into the presence of our Lord on Sunday morning, July 29, 2018, due to amyloid heart disease.

Ron is survived by his wife Judy Keller, children Jeff (Suzie) Keller & Beth (Steve) Legate and grandchildren Jacob & Jonathan Keller and Tucker & Charlie Legate.

Jul 25, 2018

Jeannette "Jean" Marie Terryn, 86, of Walkerville, passed away Wednesday, July 25, 2018, at Mercy Health Hackley Campus in Muskegon.  She was born September 3, 1931, in Ludington, the daughter of Irven and Beatrice (Arnold) Castonia.

Jean retired from Elbridge Public Schools, where she was a secretary for over ten years.  In her spare time, Jean enjoyed...

Jul 24, 2018

Gerald Robert Buck Sr., 91, of Ludington, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family Tuesday, 24 July 2018.  He was born 31 May 1927, in Ludington, the son of Barney and Ruth Leone (Race) Buck.

Jerry's life stands as our role model for all of us to emulate him and feel so blessed to have...

Jul 20, 2018

Nancy Irene Dunn, 64, of Hart, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 20, 2018 at her home. She was born on June 9, 1954 in Florence, AZ. Cremation has taken place and no service will be held at this time. Beacon Cremation and Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Jul 14, 2018

Richard D. Davis, 88, of Ludington, MI, beloved husband, father, grandfather , great-grandfather and teacher, passed away on July 14, 2018.  He was born in Norristown, PA on February 12, 1930 to William and Lois (Wentling) Davis.

Richard graduated from Norristown High School, class of 1948.  He attended Penn State, school of horticulture, the Warton School of...

Jul 14, 2018

Lee S. Vaught, 79, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on July 14, 2018.  He was born in Lake Township on January 14, 1939, to Ernel and Phyllis (Ellis) Vaught.

Lee grew up in the Carr Settlement area until moving to Ludington with his family in 1953.  He later met...