Obituary Listing

Jan 8, 2025

Helen J. Andrew, 95, of Whitehall, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in Grand Haven, at the Robbinswood Nursing Facility, after complications from hip surgery and numerous other health issues.

She was born April 19, 1929, along with her twin sister, Elenor, to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Barbara (Stephan) Sheridan. She was the youngest of seven...

Jan 7, 2025

Phyllis Jean Brayton, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2025, at the age of 87.

Born in Detroit, Michigan on June 4, 1937 to Frank Mackniesh and Dorothy Kaufman Mackniesh.

Phyllis will be remembered for her strong morals and firm beliefs.  She had a warm heart for...

Jan 6, 2025

Cynthia K. Leddy, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully, Monday, January 6, 2025, with her family by her side.

Born October 3, 1953 in Arcadia, Michigan, Cynthia was the daughter of Jack and Elaine (Chohon) Tondu.

Cynthia is survived by her devoted husband of 25 years Scott Leddy and their four sons:...

Jan 4, 2025

Stella Germaine (Schiller) O'Donnell age 94 of Ludington passed away peacefully on January 4, 2025, surrounded by her family.  She was born at home on September 10, 1930, to Edmund and Julia (Greiner) Schiller in New Era, MI.  Stella married Walter O'Donnell on May 2, 1953, in Montague MI.  She was a beloved wife of 49 years, mother of...

Jan 2, 2025

Robert F. Meyer, 79, of Fife Lake, passed away, Thursday, January 22, 2025, with family by his side.

A full obituary will be published later.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell, Kingsley Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com

Jan 1, 2025

Margaret Jane Mackey, 97, of Traverse City, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at home with her family by her side.  She was born January 3, 1927, in Suttons Bay, the daughter of Joseph and Molly (Fehrenbach) Zeffero.

Margaret is survived by: her children, Debbie (Jim) Poling of Traverse City, Anne (Dan) Schultz...

Jan 1, 2025

Alfred Hiliarion Ardolf, 99, of Ludington, passed away peacefully January 1, 2025 at home.  He was born December 28, 1925, in Silver Lake, Minnesota, the second eldest of nine children of Frank and Alice (Hoodecheck) Ardolf.

At the age of 18, Alfred enlisted in the US Navy in 1944 and served aboard the USS Massachusetts during World...

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...