Obituary Listing

Apr 14, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Wallace, former Thespian of the Year and Prom King of Waterville High, passed away April 14, 2025, quietly and without much fanfare. He was 83. He was in his Happy Place, his beloved home, in Traverse City, Michigan.

Jerry was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Carrie and Bill Wallace. His favorite and only sister, Marilyn...

Apr 12, 2025

Robert "Bob" Lee Peters, 86, of Fountain, died Saturday, April 12, 2025, at home.  He was born July 8, 1938, in Sherman Township, the son of Herbert and Ernestine (Listander) Peters.

Bob worked for several years on the carferries and later for PCA in Manistee.  He was also a lifelong farmer, raising hogs and doing pig roasts,...

Apr 12, 2025

Brown, Darrel W., August 27, 1946 - April 12, 2025

Darrel W. Brown was born to Ruth (Welch) Brown and Arno D. Brown on August 27, 1946, in Muskegon, MI. He passed away on April 12, 2025, following surgery for a brain tumor.

The eldest of three brothers, Darrel graduated from Whitehall High School class...

Apr 10, 2025

Ronald John Stratil, 82, of Hesperia, finished his race upon this Earth, strong in his Faith, and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on April 10, 2025. Ronald was born March 20, 1943, in Muskegon, to John and Donna (Houston) Stratil.

A lifelong resident of Hesperia, he married his high school sweetheart, Pamela...

Apr 9, 2025

Laura Lynn Huffman, 77, of Hesperia, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025. She was born April 3, 1948, in Cold Springs Township, Michigan, the daughter of Cecil and Catherine (Dingus) Bailey.

Laura graduated from Northwestern Michigan College as a Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN. She enjoyed playing the 120 bass accordion for her family and friends, as well...

Apr 9, 2025

Robert "Bob" Wesley Wagner, 82 of Traverse City passed away to his heavenly home, Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Medi Lodge of Leelanau.  Bob was born October 21, 1942, in Traverse City, the son of Clifford & Donna (Weathers) Wagner.

Bob married the love of his life; Beverly Otto and they enjoyed 62 years of a blissful...

Apr 6, 2025

Lorraine Vera Zuder, 82, of Montague, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at her home. She was born October 10, 1942, in Hart, the daughter of Arthur and Vera (Lattin) Croff.

Lorraine was employed for many years with Kysor Industrial Corp. In her free time, she enjoyed watching her television programs and visiting with her grandchildren.

Apr 3, 2025

David Alan Lehto of Grawn, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly on April 3, 2025. He was 68 years old. Born in Hancock, Michigan to Lillian and Paul N. Lehto, he grew up in Birmingham, and graduated from Seaholm High School in 1975. Dave moved from southeast Michigan in the late 90's and spent the rest of his life in the...

Apr 3, 2025

James Robert Hawley, 71, passed away on Thursday, April 3rd, 2025.

Jim was born in Paw Paw, Michigan to Fredrick and Fern (Steffens) Hawley on May 4th, 1953. Shortly after, the family moved to Leland, and in 1960, Stoney Point Orchards of Suttons Bay was established. On the family farm, Jim not only took care of the...

Mar 24, 2025

Dolores D. Weavers, 88, of Ruby Creek, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital. She was born August 28, 1936 in Coopersville, the daughter of Ralph and Annette Bush.

Dolores grew up in the Coopersville area, later moving to Grand Haven where she and her husband, Don owned and operated a residential construction...

Mar 23, 2025

Pamela Kay Falbe, 77, of Whitehall, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born February 10, 1948, in Muskegon, the daughter of Earl and Beverly (Veltman) Kelly.

She graduated from Holton High School in 1966. After high school she worked as a cashier for Wesco for over 30 years.

Pamela enjoyed bowling and bowled...

Mar 22, 2025

Lawrence "Larry" Neil, 85, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed peacefully on March 22, 2025, with his wife and children by his side.  Larry was born July 9, 1939, in Detroit, Michigan, to Alexander J. and Dorothy Pierson Neil.  He had one brother and two sisters.  As a first generation American, he was proud of his Scottish heritage.

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Mar 21, 2025

Lowell Eugene Anderson, 71, of Fountain, died Friday, March 21, 2025, at home.  He was born November 2, 1953 in Lansing, Michigan.

Lowell was a long haul truck driver for over 40 years.  He was always up for an adventure and loved being outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, searching for mushrooms and most of all, riding his Harley....

Mar 20, 2025

Michael Phillip Nickerson was brought into our universe kicking and screaming on September 28th, 1988 at 4:21pm, to parents Gregory Nickerson and Debra (Swan) Nickerson of Kingsley, MI. He tragically passed away unexpectedly on March 20th, 2025, of natural causes.

There were many components that made up our beloved Mike. Intellectuality, tender heartedness, level-headedness, generosity, stubbornness, and...

Mar 20, 2025

Michelle Renee Patrick, 53, of Ludington, died Thursday, March 20, 2025, at home. She was born to Peggy Lohse and David Sumner in 1971.

Michelle worked in food service for many years.  In her spare time she enjoyed cross-stitching, fishing, watching Supernatural on T.V., and visiting with her daughters. Most of all, Michelle loved spending time with...

Mar 19, 2025

Howard "Sonny" Jacob Guenthardt Jr., 83, of Ludington, died Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Beacon Specialized Living in Carleton, Michigan.  He was born March 7, 1942, in Ludington, the son of Howard and Esther (Kowalski) Guenthardt.

Sonny graduated from Ludington High School in the Class of 1962.  He was employed by the City of Ludington for over...

Mar 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, the family announces his passing of David Alan Nickerson, a man who brought light, laughter, and adventure to all who knew him. He left this world on March 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of joy, love, and unforgettable memories.

David "Dave" Alan Nickerson was born on August 16th, 1951, to Roger Nickerson and...

Mar 17, 2025

Robert Lynn LaPree, 69, of Montague, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, due to kidney failure. Robert was born on March 1, 1956, in Hart. He graduated from Stevenson High School in Washington state in 1974. Where he enjoyed racing motocross with his brothers. Robert had two daughters and lived in Montague most of his adult life. He worked...

Mar 16, 2025

Debra Ann Munoz went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 16, 2025. Debbie was full of life and love for people. She was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and a friend to many. If you were lucky enough to know Debbie she was always there with a kind word, smile and would...

Mar 15, 2025

Brenda Kathyrn Gorcyca, age 85, of Traverse City, Michigan, died March 15, 2025, at Cherry Hill Haven in Traverse City. Brenda was born September 26, 1939, to Russell and Kathryn (Sweeney) Barnum in Marshall, Michigan. On June 26, 1957, Brenda married Robert Gorcyca in Empire, Michigan. He preceded her in death on December 24, 1992.

Brenda and...