Obituary Listing

Oct 25, 2024

Laurie Ann Apps, born March 24, 1967, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, compassion, and unwavering devotion to others. Known for her boundless generosity and huge heart, Laurie dedicated her life to caring for those around her. A natural caregiver, Laurie provided not only support but love to everyone in her life,...

Oct 24, 2024

Cherrie Jean Courville, 62, of Ludington, died Thursday, October 24, 2024, at MediLodge of Ludington.  She was born November 17, 1961, in Lansing, Michigan.

Cherrie is survived by: her son, Joshua (Betty Carpenter) Flint; her daughter, Kellynn (Clayton) Kitchens; her grandsons, Gideon and Sawyer; her sister, Kathy (Tim) Devers; and her nieces, Ashley Hannah and Nikki Devers....

Oct 23, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ronald Francis Spring July 13, 1928 – October 23, 2024

Ronald Francis Spring passed peacefully from this world on the morning of Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 13, 1928, to Frank Phillip and Olga (Cheplevich) Spring, Ron was a devoted husband, father, grandfather,...

Oct 22, 2024

Kimball "Kim" Allen Berger, 76, of Mears, passed away early Tuesday morning, October 22, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. He was born February 16, 1948, in Ionia, Michigan, the son of Gale and Nina (Krantz) Berger.

Enlisting in the US Airforce June of 1966, Kim served as a Sergeant in Guam and Okinawa, and was...

Oct 18, 2024

Jeanette B Swaney, 94, a lifetime resident of Traverse City, passed away peacefully on Friday October 18, 2024 in the comfort of her own home.

Jeanette was born on May 14, 1930 to Louis and Barbara (Miller) Denoyer.  She graduated from Saint Francis High School in 1948 alongside the love of her life, Don Swaney, whom she...

Oct 16, 2024

Curtis James Minzey, 30, of Hesperia, passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2024. He was born March 1, 1994, in Fremont, and attended Hesperia High School.

Curtis was a dear father, son, brother, grandson, uncle, nephew, and friend. He truly possessed a heart of gold, and would selflessly do anything for anyone, even if that meant putting himself...

Oct 15, 2024

FRED WILLIAM BARRICK

4/30/51 - 10/15/24

Born in Virginia Beach, VA the son of Robert Barrick And Beverly Barrick. His younger days were spent on the football field and singing in the choir at Redford High School. After High School, dad self-enlisted himself into the United States Army, which he was there from 1969-1972 where...

Oct 15, 2024

Richard Michael Walters, known as Mike by family and friends, passed peacefully from this life to the next at home on October 15, 2024, after a long illness, surrounded by the love of his family.

Mike was born on November 16, 1942, in Dayton, Ohio, to Richard and Lucile (Monger) Walters.  He attended Dayton schools and graduated...

Oct 14, 2024

Alan "Al" Curtis Saunders, 70, of Traverse City, died Monday, October 14, 2024, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  He was born October 23, 1953, in Traverse City, the son of Earl and Bobbie Saunders.

Al worked as a Land Manger in the oil & gas industry until he retired.  In his spare time, he enjoyed...

Oct 14, 2024

Janice Ann (Anderson) Shingler, 64, of New Era, passed away in her home surrounded by loved ones on Monday, October 14, 2024. Janice was Carson and Pauline (Vokes) Anderson's first of seven baby girls, born November 16, 1959, at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon.

She attended Hesperia High School. After high school, Janice went on to Baker College...

Oct 13, 2024

Maxine Mae Blankenship, 96, of Hart, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. She was born May 27, 1928, the daughter of Evo and Theresa (Aerts) Greiner.

Maxine will be laid to rest at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, in San Antonio, TX.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

Oct 13, 2024

Janet Elaine (Fryer) Nedeau, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, sometimes mystic and eternal artist, died of a pulmonary embolism on October 13, 2024, in Whitehall, MI. She was 71.

Janet was born in Port Chester, New York, on May 3, 1953, to Willis Joseph Fryer and Mary Helen Weigel, and was raised in Greenwich, Connecticut. She...

Oct 13, 2024

Roger Lewis Simkins, 79, of Hart, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024. He was born June 13, 1945, in Saginaw, Michigan.

Roger enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and was a proud Marine throughout his life.  After his time in the Marine Corps, Roger was a boiler maker for over 30 years for Boiler Makers Local...

Oct 12, 2024

Kathryn Marie Wade

February 24, 1946 – October 12, 2024

Kathryn Marie Wade, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and educator, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan, where she had enjoyed her retirement for the last 15 years. She was 78 years old.

Kathryn was born on February 24, 1946,...

Oct 12, 2024

Kenneth John Compton, 74, of Hart, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024. He was born April 8, 1950, in Flint, the son of Mick and Jeannie (Laird) Compton.

Ken met the love of his life, also lovingly referred to as 'my bride' and 'my goddess', Clarice, at Lange Transportation, where he was employed as a truck driver...

Oct 12, 2024

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, cousin, and friend Marsha Louise Mahynski, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 12, 2024, after a brief but brave battle with cancer. Born in Muskegon, January 23, 1949, the daughter of Donald and Virginia Ashcraft. Marsha lived a life filled with love, laughter, and endless generosity. She attended St. Jean's Catholic School and later graduated...

Oct 11, 2024

Mary Ellen Jones, 88, of Walkerville, passed way Friday, October 11, 2024, at her home. She was born August 12, 1936, in Muskegon, the daughter of Harry and Margaret (Johnson) Bulthouse.

In accordance with Mary's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart...

Oct 11, 2024

Christopher Roetzel lost his battle with lung and bone cancer October 11, 2024, with his life partner Linda Oaks and his two dogs Henry and Kane and cat Sassy by his side.

He is survived by: a son, Christopher; and sister, named Julie.

Christopher worked at Wilderness Canoe Trips and the deli at Market 37...

Oct 10, 2024

Richard "Dick" Allen Hunt, 87, of Montague, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence. He was born December 31, 1936, in Muskegon, the son of Walt and Esther (Gillan) Hunt.

Dick graduated from Montague High School in 1955. After high school, he attended Central Michigan University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science,...

Oct 9, 2024

William Lee Sherlock's rollicking earthly journey of good times, great friendships and the occasional misadventure came to an end on October 9, 2024, when he passed away peacefully to join his deeply missed wife, Mary, in heaven.

Born in Ludington, Michigan on September 3, 1932 to William Sherlock and Mary Kowalczyk Sherlock, "Billy" was the baby of...