Obituary Listing

Recent Obituaries

Michael Scott Hardenburgh

Michael Scott Hardenburgh

Sep 5, 2026

Michael Scott Hardenburgh, 46, of Norton Shores, passed away Saturday September 5, 2026. He was born May 22, 1980, the son of Michael Louis Hardenburgh and Rebecca Jo (Lathrop) Neuville.

Michael worked as a warehouse manager for Premier Foods for 28 years. He was a hard worker who was very valuable to the company. Everyone who worked with Michael enjoyed being...

Carol Lynne Sanborn

Carol Lynne Sanborn

Sep 1, 2026

Carol Lynne Sanborn, 83, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026.

Carol was a strong, fierce, and independent woman who lived life on her own terms. She was a devoted mother, a woman of faith, and someone who found joy in reading, crafting, animals, antiques, and cars.

Carol and her husband Michael Frederick Sanborn were married for 51 years. Their love story...

Susan Jane Keffer

Susan Jane Keffer

Aug 31, 2026

Susan Jane Keffer, 82, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, at the home of her daughter in Hopkins, Michigan.

Susan was born on December 25, 1943, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the third of nine children born to Elton and Marion (Burton) Bell. She had fond memories of her childhood, especially the times she spent with cousins and friends at Portage...

Doris I. Turner

Doris I. Turner

Aug 30, 2026

Doris I. Turner, born Doris Irene Ruwersma on March 15, 1930, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on August 30, 2026. Joining her husband of 32 years, Harold W. Turner, son Douglas A. Turner and son-in-law Charles E. Kellogg. Leaving behind to join her later are her son, Steven J (Linda) Turner, daughter-in-law, Jill Turner, daughter, Kathrine L....

Barry Troy Graham

Barry Troy Graham

Aug 30, 2026

Barry “Troy” Graham, 56, of Ludington, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in Norfolk, Virginia. He was born October 25, 1969, in Saginaw, Michigan, the son of Barry and Valry (Weber) Graham.

After graduating from East Kentwood High School in 1987, Troy moved to California to begin his career in car sales. In 1997, he moved to Texas, where...

Sue Ann Woller

Sue Ann Woller

Aug 29, 2026

Sue Ann Woller, 87, of Whitehall, passed away August 29, 2026. She was born February 6, 1939, in Muskegon, the daughter of Floyd and Marian (Krauss) Rollins.

Sue married Jerry Robert Woller on May 11, 1956. They enjoyed 65 years together before his death in 2021. Sue established the Corner House of Gifts in Whitehall and operated it for several years...

Donald James McCarthy

Donald James McCarthy

Aug 29, 2026

Donald James McCarthy, 98, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 29, 2026.

Donald was born on June 26, 1928, in Ludington, Michigan, to David and Eva McCarthy. After graduating from high school, he served his country in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Duluth. On April 19, 1949, Donald married his beloved wife, Ruth. Together, they...

Mary Catherine Ruschkewicz

Mary Catherine Ruschkewicz

Aug 26, 2026

Mary Catherine Ruschkewicz, 87, of Ludington, died Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at home.  She was born May 1, 1939, in Pontiac, the daughter of Kenneth and Della (VanGordon) Wyers.

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

Bobby "Bob" Ward Erickson

Bobby "Bob" Ward Erickson

Aug 24, 2026

Bobby "Bob" Ward Erickson of Traverse City, Michigan passed away on August 24 at the Munson Hospice House at the age of 85.

Bob was born in Leelanau County on June 2, 1941. He spent his teen years working for Hubble Oil, Cavalier Gas Station, and F&M Cherry Factory. He graduated from Traverse City High School in 1959 and married Leah...

Robert Gordon Suttorp

Robert Gordon Suttorp

Aug 24, 2026

Robert Gordon Suttorp, 90, of Spring Lake, passed away peacefully at home Monday, August 24, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born April 16, 1936, in Grand Rapids, the son of John and Marie (Helm) Suttorp.

On October 4, 1958, Robert married the love of his life, Barbara Jean Kokx, and together they shared 67 loving years together until her passing...

Tim Dale Griffin

Tim Dale Griffin

Aug 23, 2026

Tim Dale Griffin, 73, of Lake Ann, died Sunday, August 23, 2026.

No services will be held.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Robert William Bassett

Robert William Bassett

Aug 22, 2026

Robert William Bassett, age 97, left this earth on August 22, 2026.

He was born in New Haven, Connecticut, on January 6, 1929, to Paul Adams Bassett and Wilhelmina Anna (Schenetsky) Bassett. He was predeceased in death by his two siblings, Charles and Helen. He graduated from Patchogue High School in New York in 1947. He attended the Massachusetts Institute of...

Jory Patrick Lang

Jory Patrick Lang

Aug 21, 2026

Jory Patrick Lang, 33, of Muskegon, passed away Friday, August 21, 2026, in Warren, Michigan. He was born December 16, 1992, in Muskegon, the son of John Earl Lang and Joyce Melba Carey.

Jory will be remembered fondly by many friends and remaining family members as someone who could always bring a smile to your face. His bright energy, positive outlook,...

Roberta Elizabeth Edmonds

Roberta Elizabeth Edmonds

Aug 18, 2026

Roberta Elizabeth Edmonds, 95, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2026.

What to expect

Celebration of life for Roberta Edmonds (Bobbie Shamel) July 7, 1931 – August 18, 2026 

Please join us in celebrating the life of Bobbie. Halloween was one of Bobbie’s favorite holidays so feel free to dress up in your favorite costume! She would have loved that! We are also asking...

Thomas Glenn Conrad

Thomas Glenn Conrad

Aug 16, 2026

Thomas Glenn Conrad, 70, of Whitehall, ended his earthly journey on Sunday, August 16, 2026, and began his everlasting life in heaven with his Lord and Savior. He was born on September 13, 1955 in Elmhurst, Illinois, the son of Earl and Marjorie (Hepperle) Conrad.

Thomas (Tom) graduated from Glenbard East High School (Lombard, Illinois) in 1973.

Tom grew up riding motorcycles...

Thomas Leo McGreal

Thomas Leo McGreal

Aug 16, 2026

Thomas (Tom) Leo McGreal, 86, of Port Charlotte, Florida, and Whitehall, Michigan, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Muskegon, Michigan. He was born January 5, 1940, in Champaign, Illinois, the son of John and Merne (Compton) McGreal.

Tom graduated from Rantoul High School in 1958. A natural athlete, Tom excelled at sports and played both football and basketball competitively. His...

Richard Joe Fairchild

Richard Joe Fairchild

Aug 14, 2026

Richard Joe Fairchild, age 83, passed away Friday, August 14, 2026, peacefully in his “home away from home,” in the care of his family. Although he passed in Muskegon, Hesperia was his home.

Richard was born on April 22, 1943, in Hesperia, where he was raised by his loving parents, Charles and Mabel (Kirwin) Fairchild. He and his siblings grew up...

Raymond Dale Bates

Raymond Dale Bates

Aug 11, 2026

Raymond Dale Bates, 72, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2026,in Scottville. He was born January 26, 1954, in Ludington, the son of Ray and Wauneta (McDonald) Bates.

Raymond worked for over 25 years at Metal Works in Ludington until his retirement in 2003. In his spare time he was a passionate gardener who loved being outdoors, collecting coins and watching...

Wayne Everett Forrester

Wayne Everett Forrester

Aug 10, 2026

On the morning of August 10, 2026, with family by his bedside, our beloved Wayne Everett Forrester passed peacefully into his eternal home in heaven. He lived an extraordinary life and reflected Christ to everyone he met. His quick wit, positive attitude, and willingness to help anyone in need will forever be imprinted in our memories of him.

He was born...

Laura May Sobode

Laura May Sobode

Aug 8, 2026

Laura May Sobode, age 67, of Michigan passed away peacefully on August 8, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Born on February 19, 1959, in Hart, Michigan. Laura was raised in Fruitport, Michigan and later made her home in Texas.

She was warm and kind soul whose presence left the lasting impact on all who knew her.

Laura was a beloved wife to Prince...

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.