Obituary Listing

Dec 6, 2024

Sheila Jean Page, 75, of Ludington, passed away peacefully surrounded by her daughters on December 6, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimers.  Sheila was born on March 10, 1949, the second eldest of ten children of Clarence and Marjorie (Cannon) Page in Alton, IL. She is survived by only one sibling, Cheryl (John) Rand of Wisconsin.

...

Dec 5, 2024

Mary Jo Garry 76, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024. She was born April 24, 1948, in Muskegon, the daughter of Leonard and Hazel (Corwin) Jankowski.

On May 23, 1973, Mary Jo married Gil Garry and they spent 51 loving years together. She will be loved and missed dearly by Gil.

Mary Jo...

Dec 4, 2024

Marjorie L. Buckhalter, 85, of Hart, passed away December 4, 2024. She was born July 3, 1939, in Detroit, the daughter of Vance and Frances Jassamine (Aiken) Rasmussen.

Marge spent most of her life devoted to her children and family. She loved to garden and can her own vegetables, and was an avid horseback rider and 4-H...

Dec 4, 2024

Marlene D. Greiner, 88, of Ludington, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington.  Her final day was spent surround by family and the caring staff of Oakview.  She was born February 13, 1936, in Flint, the daughter of Kermit and Fern (Harwood) Mellberg.

Marlene attended school in Flint and Ludington,...

Dec 1, 2024

Raymond "Ray" Matthew Weber, 103, of Traverse City, died Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  He was born May 20, 1921, in Hannah, the son of Jacob and Anna (Zenner) Weber.

Ray is survived by: his daughters, Cindi (Tom) Pobuda of Traverse City and Jeanine Weber of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Brandon (Kristen)...

Nov 29, 2024

Shelley Marie Canniff, 70, of Muskegon, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2024. She was born July 1, 1954, in Muskegon, the daughter of Melvin and Leone (Blackburn) Johnson.

Throughout her life, Shelley worked for Mayflower, Toys R Us, and Michigan Adventures. She enjoyed reading, coloring, and baking.

Shelley is survived by: her children, Richard (Sheri)...

Nov 29, 2024

Clarence "Smokey" Joseph Stachnik

12/25/1931-11/29/2024

Clarence " Smokey" J. Stachnik 92 of Cedar passed away on November 29, 2024, with his loving family at his bedside.

Clarence married Irene (Winowiecki) on June 30,1956, at Immaculate Conception Church in Traverse City., and they were married for 68 years.  Together they raised 7 children- Michael...

Nov 28, 2024

Dorothy (Brocker) Martin, 76, of Lapeer, Michigan, and most recently living in Whitehall, passed away after battling cancer on November 28, 2024, surrounded by family members.

Dorothy was born January 20, 1948, in Goodrich, Michigan, the daughter of Carrol and Katherine (Stilwell) Brocker.

Dorothy graduated from Lapeer High School in 1966. She worked at a...

Nov 28, 2024

Dean "Deno" Michael Moore, 72, of Irons, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City.  He was born December 8, 1951, in Detroit, the son of Harry and Valeria (Retchko) Moore.

Deno was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the US Army.

Deno worked at the Grand Hotel on Mackinaw Island...

Nov 28, 2024

Benjamin Allen Lewis, 48, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024. He was born May 13, 1976, and grew up in the Whitehall area. Ben enjoyed spending time with his daughters who were the light of his life, fishing, and being with his beloved dogs and cats.

Ben is survived by: his daughters, Riley and Reagan;...

Nov 27, 2024

Connie Marie (Perry) Kirwin, 73, left this earth at 4:20 AM on November 27, 2024 at Trinity Health Hospital in Muskegon due to a brief illness. She was born August 29, 1951, in Hart, Michigan, and was a lifelong resident of Walkerville.

Connie married Roger Kirwin on October 4, 1969, and raised 3 children together.  Throughout Connie's...

Nov 26, 2024

Diane Lynn Wickering, 75, of Ludington, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.   She was born January 5, 1949, in Sparta, the daughter of Roger and Rose (McIntyre) Pennington.  Diane has joined the love of her life, Steven A. Wickering, in Heaven.

Diane is survived by: her daughters, Jennifer Cherry and Janaka (Lee Rasmussen) ...

Nov 25, 2024

Bobby Joe Holder, 61, passed away November 25, 2024. He was born January 1, 1963, in Phoenix, Arizona.

In accordance with Bobby's wishes, 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

Nov 24, 2024

GEORGE LESTER HAYES

January 20, 1933 - November 24, 2024

George Lester Hayes beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather moved to his Heavenly Home on November 24, 2024, at the age of 91.

George was born to Lester George Hayes and Dolly Lou Velma Fields on January 20, 1933.  George married his...

Nov 24, 2024

Diane Marie Kramer, 66, of Traverse City, died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at her home.  She was born February 12, 1958, in Traverse City, the daughter of Robert and Shirley (Gatzke) Schopieray.

Diane worked at Taylor Printing for many years.  She maintained beautiful flower gardens that were decorated with hand-painted rocks.  Diane was a talented...

Nov 22, 2024

Laurie Ann Bentz, a devoted Catholic, 67, of Ludington, MI, passed away peacefully at home on November 22, 2024.

Laurie was born on February 24, 1957, in Ludington, MI; she was the daughter of Loreta M. Sniegowski and Louis B. Sniegowski. Laurie loved cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, and collecting antiques. She enjoyed hosting family gatherings for the...

Nov 20, 2024

Esther Sue Johnson, 81, left this earth at 3:37 AM on November 20, 2024, at her home, due to a short illness. Sue was surrounded by her loved ones. She was born March 26, 1943, in Lawrence, Michigan, and was a lifelong resident of Hesperia.

Sue was born in Lawrence on March 26, 1943, to Fred and...

Nov 19, 2024

James Dale Lorenz, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Shelby Hospital, at the age of 88.  His family surrounded him that day, sharing love and stories that brought a warm smile to everyone's face. Jim was born at Shelby Hospital on April 2, 1936, just a few minutes after midnight. He was...

Nov 17, 2024

Janet Irene Rolewicz

Rolewicz, Mrs. Janet I. 83, of Montague, (former resident of Tinley Park, IL), passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024, at her home in Montague. She was born May 13, 1941, in Chicago, the daughter of Robert and Mary (McCann) West, and was a long-time resident of Tinley Park, IL, and Montague, MI.

...

Nov 17, 2024

Karen Lynn Christensen, 83, of Montague, earned her angel's wings and tilted halo Sunday,  November 17, 2024. She was born March 9, 1944,  the daughter of Agnes and Alfred Bouma.

Karen grew up fast, and when her younger sister Ruth (Levendosky) was born in 1952, Karen found her lifelong best friend. Desperate to escape a chaotic and...