Obituary Listing

Jan 1, 2025

James 'Jimmer' Nauta, age 75, of Pentwater, passed away January 1, 2025, after a courageous four-year battle with ALS.  The disease may have robbed him of his body, but never his spirit.

Jim married the love of his life, Carol, and they shared 54 wonderful years together.  They raised their 3 children in Lowell and were well...

Jan 1, 2025

Scott Thomas LaBo, 67, of Twin Lake, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. He was born May 7, 1957, in Harvey, Illinois, the son of Thomas and Virginia (Love) LaBo. Scott loved his children, grandchildren, extended family, friends, and dogs.

Scott retired as a manager of income tax auditors from the Michigan Department of Treasury. He worked...

Dec 31, 2024

Andrew Wade Hill, 36, of Muskegon, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024, due to an accident while working on his vehicle. He was born August 5, 1988, in Houston, Texas. Andrew was also affectionately known to his family as Drew or Boo Bear.

Drew enjoyed various hobbies, such as fishing, two-tracking, playing horseshoes, and trimming trees. He...

Dec 31, 2024

Joan Barno, 78, of Muskegon, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was born February 22, 1946, in Ypsilanti, the daughter of Arthur and Edna (Phizacklea) Rye.

Joan is survived by: her husband, Ken Barno; children, Brian (Janeth) Barno, Sharon Barno, Sheryl (Hosiea Bailey) Barno, and Burton Barno; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings, Martin "Tom" (Tarry) Rye,...

Dec 27, 2024

Laura Donna Crawford, 74, of Muskegon, passed away Friday, December 27, 2024, at her home with family. She was born January 16, 1950, in Detroit, the daughter of George Edward Crawford and Loretta M Crawford. On October 12, 1969, Laura married Roy Jefferson Mitschele at the First Baptist Church.

Laura is survived by: her daughters and son-in-laws,...

Dec 25, 2024

George Raymond Cooper, 83, formerly of 501 N. William St, Ludington, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility.  He was born October 21, 1941, in Ludington, the only child of Lawrence and Sonnie (Knebl) Cooper.

George graduated from Ludington High School in the Class of 1961.  His interests included world history, antiques and fancy...

Dec 25, 2024

Mary Ann Talsma, 86, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at home.  She was born August 16, 1938, in Ludington, the daughter of Frank and Rose (Ptaszenski) Wojtaszak.

Maryann worked as a school aide at both Pere Marquette and Foster Elementary Schools for many years.  In her spare time Maryann enjoyed going for rides, especially...

Dec 23, 2024

David Harold Jackson, 65, of Hart, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024. He was born March 16, 1959, in Muskegon, the son of William Jr. and Eleanor (VanBrocklin) Jackson, and was raised in Whitehall.

David was a man of grit and integrity. He took a job with White Lake Castings after graduating high school in 1977. It...

Dec 23, 2024

Gloria Mae Markley, 90, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024. She was born August 2, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Roman and Mae (Zilka) Kapella.

On August 9th Gloria married Robert Markley. They had 65 years together.

Gloria was a faithful parishioner at the Friendship Wesleyan Church and also a member...

Dec 23, 2024

Eric Liss, 48, of Traverse City, died Monday, December 23, 2024.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Monday, December 30, 2024, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, 511 S. Garfield Avenue, Traverse City, Michigan  49686, with Deacon Rene Hoenscheid officiating.  Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until time of services at the funeral home....

Dec 22, 2024

Roger William Gehrt, born on December 23, 1945, passed away peacefully at his home on December 22, 2024, just one day shy of his 79th birthday.

Roger is survived by his sister Gayle (Bill) Fuller-Steffel; his nieces Jennifer Fuller (Tom) and Amy Steffel (Chris); his grand-nephew Alex "AJ" Fuller (Kaley); and his grand-niece Aubrey Popovic. He was...

Dec 21, 2024

Bryce Edwin Griffes, 86, of Pentwater, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital. He was born October 1, 1938, in Muskegon, the son of Leon and Edna (Lyons) Griffes.

Bryce married the love of his life, Elizabeth U. (Morris) Griffes on August 8, 1965, in Muskegon. They later moved to Mears in 1980,...

Dec 19, 2024

Judith (Judy) Rose Coleman, 89, of Whitehall, Michigan, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born December 8, 1935, in Fremont, the daughter of Edward and Lucille (Brimmer) Jeffries. After graduating from high school in 1954, Judy went on to receive a Nurses Training Certificate from Hackley School of Nursing, but ultimately chose to marry and stay at...

Dec 19, 2024

Leatrice Mary Rahman, 80, of Madison, Wisconsin, formally of Muskegon, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024. She was born August 5, 1944, in Libertyville, Illinois, the daughter of Robert Sr. and Frances (Lindstrom) Hart.

Leatrice is survived by: her twin sister, Lysbeth Lower; sister, Lynne (Tom) Lawrence; and numerous family and friends.

Leatrice was preceded...

Dec 18, 2024

Arthur "Art" William Wilkins, 90 of Traverse City, passed away, Wednesday, December 18, 2024 with family at his side.

Art was born April 24, 1934, in Traverse City, the son of Theodore and Charlotte Wilkins.

On June 20, 1953, he married Doris Fewins, celebrating 71 years of marriage.  Art was a hard worker and took...

Dec 14, 2024

Dennis Carrier,75, of Muskegon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, surrounded by family at his bedside. He was born August 20, 1949, in Muskegon, the son of Durward and Thelma (Sheehy) Carrier. He graduated from Reeth Puffer High School and lived his entire life in Muskegon.

Dennis enjoyed the outdoor life whether it was fishing,...

Dec 11, 2024

Edith D. Agosto de Kyser, 91, of Maple City, Michigan, went to be the Lord on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, with family by her side. She was born September 30, 1933, in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico.

Edith was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend. She graduated from the University of Puerto Rico and worked and retired...

Dec 10, 2024

Jacqueline Marie Courter, 71, of Gobles, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility, in Hart. She was born September 26, 1953, in Detroit.

Jackie loved fishing, the outdoors, camping, and gardening. She raised and bred Labrador Retrievers, worked as a medical assistant and was a fantastic cook. Jackie was a kind,...

Dec 9, 2024

Pauline Susan Raihala, 70, of Twin Lake, Passed away Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born April 27, 1954, the daughter of Arthur and Gertrude Raihala.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, 413 South Mears Avenue, Whitehall, MI 49461.

Dec 6, 2024

Richard Frank Bachi (Butch) passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2024, at the age of 77, surrounded by his loving family.

Frank was born, January 9, 1947, to Lee and Grace Bachi, in Traverse City, Michigan.  He graduated from Elk Rapids high School in 1965.

Frank served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Forrestal...