Obituary Listing

Jan 4, 2026

Jack Alan Light, 79, of Montague, Michigan, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at home.  He was born April 24, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Opie and Charlotte (Chancellor) Light.

Jack took great pride in serving his country for over 20 years, first in the Marine Corps, and then in the ARMY until his retirement...

Jan 3, 2026

Donald Fredrick Root was born December 11, 1943, to Bill and Ethel (Green) Root. He passed away from complications of dementia on January 3, 2026.

Don was a graduate of Whitehall High School in 1962, and lived in the Whitehall/Lakewood area all his life. In 1980, he married his best friend, the former Kimba Aue, together they...

Jan 3, 2026

Julie Ann Sharpe passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on the morning of Saturday, January 3, 2026, at home with loved ones at her side, after a long battle with cancer.

Julie was born on October 1, 1968 in Muskegon to Raymond and Mary Link. She was born with a severely curved right tibia which...

Jan 1, 2026

Scott Allen Jantz, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2026, in Traverse City, Michigan. Scott was born on July 14, 1962, in Elyria, Ohio, to Carl and Loretta Jantz. He spent his life rooted in Michigan, calling both Clarkston and Elk Rapids home.

Scott was devoted to his family above all else. He was the...

Dec 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Gracie Bean

Gracie Bean, 93, passed away surrounded by love and the family she spent a lifetime caring for.

Born into a world that demanded grit and grace, she lived through the Great Depression and World War II, carrying forward the kind of steady strength that shaped generations.

She...

Dec 31, 2025

Kay Beth Dwyer, 73, of Ludington, died Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids.  She was born June 22, 1952, in Ludington, the daughter of Homer and Hazel (Herkimer) Bennett.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, January 9, 2026, at Living Word Church, 301 N. Jebavy Drive, Ludington, Michigan,...

Dec 27, 2025

Evelyn "Evie" Clair Reid, 80, of Whitehall, died Saturday, December 27, 2025, at American House in Spring Lake.  She was born November 15, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Angelo and Dolores (Grefe) Perna.

Evie graduated from Muskegon Catholic Central in 1963.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoyed cooking, hosting...

Dec 26, 2025

Antonio "Tony" Bonanno, age 85, of Kewadin, Michigan, passed away peacefully after a long journey with Alzheimer's, surrounded by love.

Tony was born November 15, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, to Santina and Sam Bonanno. He grew up in Dearborn and developed a lifelong appreciation for cars—especially Fords—as well as a deep admiration for the people and ingenuity...

Dec 26, 2025

Honoring the Greatest Mother ever.

Who could have known just how wonderful a person Thelma Jean Dutton (Smith) was to become, or how many lives she would prove to enhance, when she was born on April 25th, 1938.  Although she was stunning in physical beauty, her inner beauty outshined it all.

She was...

Dec 25, 2025

John Anthony Kahl Jr. was born April 15, 1977, to parents John and Renee Kahl in Escanaba, Michigan. He married his wife, Caresse Joy Kahl (Day), on March 29, 2003, and together they raised two children, Logan Anthony Kahl (22) and Madison Paige Kahl (18). In 2013, the family moved to Montague, Michigan, allowing John to be closer to...

Dec 21, 2025

Nicklette Joyce Lewis, 77, of Ludington, died Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington.

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

Dec 21, 2025

David Rex Hulett, 82, of Mears, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2025, at his home. He was born June 3, 1943, in Grand Rapids, the son of Irwin and Marion (Hoyt) Hulett.

David enjoyed the great outdoors, spending a lot of time fishing, as well as caring for and watching deer and other wildlife. He also liked...

Dec 21, 2025

Michelle Marie Friesner, 63, of Irons, died Sunday, December 21, 2025, at home. She was born August 6, 1963, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Robert and Marlene (Mishler) Snyder.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of...

Dec 19, 2025

Thomas John Weidner, 79, of Kingsley, died Friday, December 19, 2025, at home with his family by his side.  He was born May 3, 1946, in Kinglsey, the son of Edward and Beatrice (Ockert) Weidner.

Tom began working at the State Hospital in Traverse City in 1970.  He held many positions, mostly working as a cook and...

Dec 18, 2025

Norman Joseph Tafelski, 66, of Ludington, died Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids after a four and half year battle with cancer.  He was born June 27, 1959, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, the son of John and Barbara (Martin) Tafelski.

Norman served 23 and a half years in the US Coast...

Dec 18, 2025

Stanley Lee Armstrong, 90, of Ludington, died Thursday, December 18, 2025, at home.  He was born March 7, 1935, in Marietta, Ohio, the son of Carl and Mary (Hupp) Armstrong.

Stan graduated from Allegan High School in 1953.  Afterwards he attended Western Michigan University where his earned his bachelor's and master's degrees.  Stan was the band director...

Dec 17, 2025

Monica Mary Karle Carnell was born in Detroit Michigan on December 10, 1930.  She went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 17, 2025.  She and her sister, Theresa, were placed in an orphanage at a young age, which impacted their lives in many ways.  As a young girl, Monica attended Saint Mary's Academy in Monroe, Michigan.  ...

Dec 16, 2025

Robert Leroy Hough Jr., 76, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and brother. He was born on January 11, 1949, in Muskegon, the son of Robert Sr. and Lydia (Baker) Hough.

Bob chose the Navy over college after high school. He served in the Vietnam War. Was...

Dec 16, 2025

Lisa Marie Laskey, age 54, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at her home in Cedar, Michigan, following a courageous and determined battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. Lisa's deep love for her family fueled a remarkable determination to embrace every possible moment with them. Her strength and perseverance in the...

Dec 15, 2025

Janet Leona Worthington Bassett, age 86, left this earth on December 15, 2025.

She was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 15, 1939, to Hector and Marie (Campbell) Meerschaert.  She was one of twelve children, August (Delphine), Marvin (Dorothy), Raymond (Susanna), John, Marie, Rose Couvreur, Barbara Yongert (George), Kathleen, Joseph (Jeanette), Joan Brakevelt (Joseph), and Dolores.