Obituary Listing

Oct 14, 2018

Linda Sue Dalton (Sinkula), 67, of Ludington, MI, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018.  Born November 28, 1950 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Violet Sinkula.

She is survived by her three sons, Kevin "Rusty" Dalton and his wife, Kristy of Ludington, MI, Tim Dalton of Kalamazoo, MI and Patrick...

Oct 11, 2018

Clarence "Rick" Riegling, 70, of Holton, passed away Thursday, October 11, 2018.

Rick was born on September 28, 1948. He worked as an engineer for many years and was proud of his career. He married Celia Lora in 2002.  Rick enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, being with his family and traveling to the Dominican Republic. He...

Oct 7, 2018

Lloyd Clifford Stoltz, 87, of Shelby, died Sunday, October 7, 2018, at Lakeshore Hospital in Shelby.  He was born July 7, 1931, in Ridgeway, Ontario, Canada, the son of Myrle and Olivet (Learn) Stoltz.

Lloyd served in the US Air Force during the Korean War and was stationed in Japan.  He worked at Tensar in Akron, New...

Oct 5, 2018

Marie Joanne Mahan, 87, passed away at home after an extended illness. Born Marie Joanne Herrygers on May 16, 1931 to John and Maria (Braspenninx) Herrygers; she was the youngest of eleven children. She grew up in Oceana County and married her husband of 67 years, Melvin A. Mahan, on December 9, 1950 and together they raised five children. Marie's...

Oct 1, 2018

David Allen Brow, 76, of Montague, passed away Monday, October 1, 2018 due to complications during surgery. David was born in Muskegon on September 1, 1942 to Elmer and Lucile (Stever) Brow.

David was a long time resident of Muskegon.  He attended Muskegon Public Schools and graduated in 1961. After high school, he served his country proudly...

Sep 30, 2018

Virginia Louise (VanderLaan) Pekich, 97, of Hart, passed away September 30, 2018, and Tom Pekich Jr., 94, of Hart, passed away January 9, 2016. Virginia and Tom joined their hearts in marriage July 29, 1967, in Muskegon. Tom proudly served his country in the US Navy, June 1942 April 1947. Virginia and Tom are survived by: their children, Fred...

Sep 30, 2018

Ubenceslado "Ben" Isaguirre, 76, of Mears, passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018, at home.  He was born September 28, 1942, in Combes, Texas. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time. Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com

Sep 28, 2018

Robert Howard White III, 57, of Whitehall, formally of Midland, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2018. At this time 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

Sep 27, 2018

Dorothy E. Hatch (Kokx), 94, of Whitehall, Michigan, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2018. Dorothy was born on September 13, 1924 to Leroy and Mary Kokx (Bond).

In 1947 Dorothy married Clyde Hatch. Together they were blessed with 4 children and over 60 years of marriage until his death in 2009. Dorothy was a caretaker at Michillinda...

Sep 25, 2018

Becky Sue Dodson, 45, of Scottville, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 25, 2018.  She was born January 28, 1973, in Ludington, the daughter of Richard and Margaret (Carlson) Dodson.

Becky graduated from Ludington High School in 1991.  Becky excelled in school and received several academic honors.  She received Associate Degrees from West Shore Community College and Mid-Michigan...

Sep 24, 2018

Aaron Earl Schultz, 83, of Muskegon, passed away Monday, September 24, 2018. Aaron was born on February 11, 1935 to Edgar and Clarabell Schultz.

Aaron served his country proudly in the US Army. After his time in the military he worked for Sappi Paper Mill in Muskegon until his retirement in 1997. He was an intelligent man...

Sep 23, 2018

Thomas Allen Gilbert, 70, of Whitehall, formerly of Walkerville, died Sunday, September 23, 2018, at SKLD Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Whitehall.  He was born February 28, 1948, in Walkerville, the son of Lester and Lulu (Monroe) Gilbert.

Tom worked as a mechanic at the Corner Garage in Walkerville for several years.  In his spare time, Tom...

Sep 20, 2018

Corwin John Rotta, 88, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 20, 1930, in Ludington, the son of Capt. Bernard and Velma (Phillips) Rotta.

Corwin married Sharilyn Kay Kucaj on April 2, 1966, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Ludington.

Corwin joined the...

Sep 20, 2018

Raymond "Pete" Alexander Bernoske, 71, of Ludington, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018. Ray was born on September 29, 1946, in Royal Oak, Michigan.

He graduated from Ludington High School class of 1966. Ray proudly served his country while stationed in Germany from 1966 to 1968. Raymond was honorably discharged with the rank of Specialist E4, United...

Sep 19, 2018

Gilbert C. Larsen of Ludington passed away on September 19, 2018. He was born in Ludington to Edward W. and Eleanor Kruse Larsen on February 29, 1924. He attended Ludington schools and graduated from Cadillac High School. Gil joined the U.S. Army in 1943. He served in the ETO during World War II in the 3rd Army as a...

Sep 17, 2018

Shirley Ann Fogg, 57, of Montague, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018. Shirley was born on April 26, 1961, to Christian and Evelyn VanDenHeuvel.

Shirley married Dale Fogg on July 10, 1981. Together they enjoyed 37 years of marriage. Shirley worked at Wesco for many years. She enjoyed bonfires, camping, dirt races, and, most of all, being...

Sep 17, 2018

James Hammond, 76, of Montague, passed away Monday, September 17, 2018. Jim was born on February 19, 1942 to Marion and Myrtle Hammond.

Jim married Tressa Tabor in 1961.Together they enjoyed 57 years of marriage. Jim served his country proudly in the US Army. He was a simple man who enjoyed working on Ford tractors, fishing and...

Sep 16, 2018

For a man who was born, and died, within 180 miles, Robert James 'Jim' Maroe sure saw a lot of the world.

Born in Chicago, Illinois on May 24, 1952, Jim was the youngest of four children of Emmett and Pearl (Keith) Maroe. Jim's talents, curiosity, and intellect, were evident from an early age. As a teen,...

Sep 14, 2018

Debra Lynn Groce, 68, of La Feria Texas, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2018.

Debra was born on October 10, 1950.  She was married to Terrance Bowlby for 44 years and together they were blessed with 3 children. She worked several different jobs in her career including working as a caregiver and operating a daycare. Later in...

Sep 13, 2018

John B. Riedl, age 83, of Ludington, died Thursday, September 13, 2018, at MediLodge of Ludington.

John Baptist Riedl III was born March 3, 1935 in Chicago, Ill., the son of John B. and Ilona (Schmidt) Riedl II. He moved to Ludington with his parents in 1945. He grew up and went to school in Ludington, graduating...