Obituary Listing

Oct 9, 2024

Marian Elaine Pulsipher, 79, of Hesperia, Passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024. She was born September 20, 1945, in Fremont, the daughter of Leonard and Fannie (Newton) Jackson.

Marian was a familiar face at the old Five Lakes Restaurant, in downtown Hesperia, where she worked as a cook for many years. She later worked at Hesperia Elementary...

Oct 8, 2024

Georgia Martha Coulier, 88, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2024. She was born February 22, 1936, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Darwin and Alice (McIntosh) Maynard.

Georgia, from a young age and throughout her entire life, was a caregiver at heart, providing care to people of all ages and for various reasons. She lovingly...

Oct 6, 2024

Donna Mae Will, 94, of Whitehall, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

Donna was born on February 23, 1930, to Robert and Nora (Flynn) Critchett, in Ferry, MI. She graduated from Whitehall High School in 1947.  In 1949, Donna married Richard Will, and together they had 7 children.

After having children, she attended Grand...

Oct 6, 2024

A "Fourth of July Firecracker," Mary Jo was born at home in 1935, the daughter of John "Jack" and Ardath. A lifelong resident of Scottville, Mary Jo was one of the very first Scottville Scotties under band director Fritz Stansell (founder of Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp). She spent many of her teenage years dancing and skating at Johnny's...

Oct 6, 2024

Nancy Kay Townsend, 82, of Montague, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024. She was born September 17, 1942, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of John and Leona (Bodman) Heileman.

Nancy graduated from Howard City High School, where she was actively involved and made many lifelong friends. As a cheerleader, her spirited personality shone through, and she remained...

Oct 4, 2024

Walter "Mick" M. McPherson, 89, of Kingsley, died Friday, October 4, 2024, at home with his family by his side.  He was born September 4, 1935, in Newberry, the son of Christopher and Florence (Caswell) McPherson.

Mick was a member of St. Mary of Hannah Catholic Church, where he sang in the choir for 60 years.  In...

Oct 4, 2024

Dolores Cecilia Czarnecki, 90, of Hart, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She was born July 17, 1934, in Muskegon, the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy (Simmons) Schaner.

Dolores graduated from Hart High School in 1952. After graduation, she attended music school in Chicago, IL. After returning home from Chicago,...

Oct 4, 2024

Carolyn Jane Smentkowski, affectionately known as Connie, passed away October 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion. Born on September 10, 1942 in Muskegon, Michigan, she was the cherished twin daughter (Marilyn & Carolyn) of Ralph Max Videtich and Olga Ann Marchuk.

Connie graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central School, where she laid the foundation...

Oct 4, 2024

Mary G. Callahan, 67, of Branch, died Friday, October 4, 2024, at home.  She was born June 7, 1957, in Albany, New York.

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

Oct 3, 2024

On October 3, 2024, Giuseppe Eugene Criscione, age 55, left this world, leaving a profound legacy of love, laughter, and enduring memories. Known affectionately as Pepe by his family/friends and Joe by his clients, his strength and spirit were so profound that no single word or name could ever truly define him.

Pepe was born on March...

Oct 3, 2024

In Loving Memory of Jackie Bowen, July 2, 1939 – October 3, 2024

Jacqueline "Jackie" (Amos) Bowen, age 85, of Elk Rapids, Michigan passed away in her home surrounded by her loving family on October 3rd, 2024.

Jackie was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on July 2, 1939 to Anne (Emley) Amos and Maurice (Dale) Amos....

Oct 3, 2024

Beloved father, friend, family and community member Bruno R. Mangiardi, most recently of Manistee, MI and North Fort Myers, FL, previously of Allentown, PA, died unexpectedly but peacefully on 10/3/2024.

He was born in Spadola, Italy in 1947 to Domenico Mangiardi and Maria Rosa Mangiardi (née Rosi) and immigrated to Chicago, IL  on February 6,  1958  at...

Oct 2, 2024

Deborah "Deby" Ruegsegger, 67, of Ludington, fell asleep in death October 2, 2024, after a short battle with cancer.  She was born August 30, 1957, in Alma, Michigan.

Deby enjoyed cruising in the Caribbean, walks along the Lake Michigan shore, digging in the dirt with her hands and planting flowers, working with numbers and trying her hand...

Oct 1, 2024

Fred Allen Curtis, 63, of Grand Rapids, died Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Trinity Health St. Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids.  He was born July 29, 1961, in Fremont, the son of Milburn and Beverly (Clark) Curtis.

Fred graduated from Ludington High School in the Class of 1979 where he played football and wrestled.  He then attended...

Oct 1, 2024

In Loving Memory of John T. DeBruyn

John Thomas DeBruyn, 70, of Whitehall, peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born on December 10, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

John lived a life of faith, love, and service to others. A devoted follower of Christ, he...

Sep 30, 2024

Alexander Roy Palmer, 36, of Mesick, passed away unexpectedly by cardiac arrest at his place of employment, Blarney Castle Oil, on Monday, September 30, 2024.

He was born in Holland, in 1988, to Karla Myers Schackow and Jerry Palmer.

Alex was preceded in death by: Grand Parents Clayton and Carol Myers of Allegan, Grandfather James...

Sep 30, 2024

Martha Drew Hays, 87, of Traverse City, died Monday, September 30, 2024.

No services will be held at this time.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Sep 30, 2024

Scott Carroll, 67, of Montague, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 30, 2024, after a long-awaited kidney transplant. Born on November 3, 1956, in Ironton, Ohio, Scott grew up in Sydney, Ohio, before moving to Montague at the age of 17. He graduated from Montague High School in 1975, where he forged lifelong friendships.

Scott's adventurous spirit...

Sep 28, 2024

Michael Jones passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born November 29, 1964, at Westover Air Force Base in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Mike grew up following his military family to England, Massachusetts, California, Maryland, Virginia, Hawaii, Germany, and Michigan, graduating from Whitehall High School in 1984.

Mike had led an adventurous life Kite boarding instructing...

Sep 28, 2024

Wendell (Jay) Chester Lawrence Jr. was born on April 9, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan to Wendell Chester Lawrence Sr. and Enid Berniece (Reynolds) Lawrence. He passed away on September 28, 2024 at MediLodge of Traverse City, Michigan.

Wendell worked at Chrysler Corporation in Detroit for several years and then became a truck driver, working for Bates Casket...