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Christine Louise Murray

Christine Louise Murray

May 24, 2024

Christine Louise Murray, 72, of Whitehall, Passed away Friday, May 24, 2024. She was born June 9, 1951, in Alma, the daughter of E. Frank and L. Jane (Layman) Napieralski.

On September 18, 1971 Christine married Michael Murray and they spent over 52 years together.

Christine graduated from U.S. Grant High School, in Oklahoma City,...

Halcyone Mae Brown

Halcyone Mae Brown

May 21, 2024

Halcyone Mae Brown 93, of Kingsley passed away peacefully at home Tuesday May 21 2024.  She was born December 2 1930, in Kingsley to Albert and Thelma (Phelps) Sieffert.

Halcyone worked for United Technology and was a lifelong member of the Kingsley United Methodist Church. She was also a life time member of the of the Buckley...

Judith Lynne Parsons

Judith Lynne Parsons

May 20, 2024

Judith Lynne (Hanson) Parsons was born at Mercy Hospital in Muskegon, Michigan, on September 17, 1946, to Leroy John "Jack" and Evelyn (Cewe) Hanson.  As a youth, Judy's father relocated to Michigan from Cuba Landing, Tennessee, and Judy's mother was raised on a farm near Moline, Illinois. Judy's parents met before the beginning of World War II and later...

Roy Jay Gauld

Roy Jay Gauld

May 18, 2024

Roy Jay Gauld, age 77, of Fife Lake, born July 10, 1946, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, May 18, 2024 and entered the arms of his loving Savior.

He is survived by: his loving wife, Nancy; daughter, Laura (Gary) Klingelsmith, daughter, Tammie (Steve) Budrow, son, Lee (Sandra) Gauld, daughter, Amber...

Abel L Cisneros

Abel L Cisneros

May 17, 2024

Abel Lee Cisneros, 50, passed away early Friday, May 17, 2024, due to an automobile accident in Traverse City, Michigan.

Abel was born December 7, 1972, to Shirley Cisneros.

He spent a childhood surrounded by a large family and made many memories playing outdoors in Northern Michigan.

In 1992 he married his wife...

Loretta May Grossman

Loretta May Grossman

May 16, 2024

Loretta May Grossman, 62, of Rothbury, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024. She was born December 22, 1961, in Muskegon, the daughter of Franklin and Arthuretta (Dove) Welch.

Loretta is survived by: her sons, Clark and Michael Grossman; sisters, Darlene Loughridge and Shawn Welch; brothers, Billie Welch, Ricky Welch, and Arkie Welch; numerous nieces and nephews; and...

Lynda Lee Mannor

Lynda Lee Mannor

May 11, 2024

Lynda Mannor, 77, of Buckley, passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, May 11, 2024. She was born on July 18, 1946, to Arlene and Wayne Wilson of Buckley, Michigan. She was a 1965 graduate of Buckley Community School.

She married John Mannor on March 5, 1997, in Rockport, Texas.

Together they shared...

Patricia Evelyn Petersen

Patricia Evelyn Petersen

May 10, 2024

Patricia Evelyn Petersen, age 91 of Ludington, passed away May 10, 2024.  She was born March 27, 1933, in Muskegon, the daughter of the late Carl L. and Elizabeth A. (Przybylski) Adamczyk.

Pat graduated from St. Simon High School with the Class of 1950. The following year, Pat married Don Demery Petersen on November 10, 1951 at...

Donald Gene Armstrong

Donald Gene Armstrong

May 10, 2024

Donald Gene Armstrong, 81, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born April 20, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Thomas and Mildred (Hain) Armstrong.

Don graduated from Whitehall High School, in 1965. Don became the third generation to carry on the legacy of Armstrong Bait & Sport Shop, which he owned for 51...

Fredrick Arthur Collins

Fredrick Arthur Collins

May 8, 2024

Fredrick Arthur Collins, 65, of Fountain, passed away on May 8, 2024.

He was born May 20, 1959 to George and Verda Collins.

Fred enjoyed tree trimming, cutting wood, and doing odd jobs. He also enjoyed working on vehicles.

He is survived by his son, Shawn Collins; his two daughters, Bridget Mays and...

Barry Douglas Pfeifer

Barry Douglas Pfeifer

May 8, 2024

Barry Douglas Pfeifer, 74, peacefully passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, after bravely battling pancreatic cancer for four years, leaving behind a legacy filled with love and laughter. He was born January 6, 1950, the son of Roy and Faye (Mills) Pfeifer.

Barry's journey began in New Lenox, IL, where he spent 65 years, before relocating to...

Gerald Robert Morley

Gerald Robert Morley

May 8, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Robert Morley peacefully passed away at his home on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. He was born on November 3, 1934, in Hart, to Walter and Lucy (Campbell) Morley.

Jerry attended Hart Public Schools before serving in the United States Army in 1957. Upon his return, he met and married Marcia Schaner, with whom he shared...

Donald Wayne Jones

Donald Wayne Jones

May 7, 2024

Donald Wayne Jones, 62, of Walkerville, passed away, May 07, 2024. He was born January 20, 1962, in Toledo, Ohio, the son of David and Diana (Cain) Jones.

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

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

Ralph Herbert Sircher Jr.

Ralph Herbert Sircher Jr.

May 6, 2024

Ralph H. Sircher Jr., 80, went to be with God on May 6, 2024. He was born November 19, 1943, in Muskegon, the son of Ralph and Bernetta (Lubber) Sircher Sr.

Ralph grew up as a sibling to three other children: his brothers, Russell and Gerald, and a sister, Diane. On November 9, 1962, in San Diego...

Deborah Lee Scott

Deborah Lee Scott

May 6, 2024

Deborah Lee Scott, 62, of Ludington died Monday, May 6, 2024.  She was born July 5, 1961, in Anoka, Minnesota, the daughter of Alfred and Elaine (Bellows) Scott.

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.

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Adam Alfred Fredrickson

Adam Alfred Fredrickson

May 6, 2024

The family of Adam Fredrickson, from Manistee, Michigan, are saddened to announce the passing of Adam on May 6, 2024, (which was also his 37th birthday May 6, 1987) after a lifetime of challenges. Adam was a special, sweet, happy soul with frequent belly laughs, trapped in a handicapped earthly body. What a fantastic birthday gift for Adam who...

Paul Alan Struven

Paul Alan Struven

May 5, 2024

Paul Alan Struven, 68, of Montague, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was born August 29, 1955, in San Francisco, California, the son of Roy and Gloria (Blazy) Struven. Paul proudly served our country for 23 years, retiring as a Major, in the United States Army.

Paul started his career in the United States Army by...

Sylvia Ann Vanderleest

Sylvia Ann Vanderleest

May 5, 2024

Sylvia Ann Talmadge Vanderleest

Sylvia "Poochie", 88, (22 in leap years), of Stony Lake, passed away peacefully May 5, 2024. She was born February 29, 1936, in Saginaw, Michigan, to the late Walter Lodes and Wanda Ruth Reading.

After years of being a stay at home mom enjoying her life at Stony Lake, Sylvia returned...

Barbara Ann Beaman

Barbara Ann Beaman

May 3, 2024

Barbara Ann Beaman, 89, of College Station, Texas, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024.  She was born February 26, 1935, in Springfield, Ohio, to Andrew and Alice Williams.  She was the eldest of six children.  She moved with her family to Whitehall, Michigan, when she was a teenager.

Barbara was among the first group of women to...

Richard Robert Emerson

Richard Robert Emerson

May 3, 2024

Richard Robert Emerson, 72, of Shelby, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 after a courageous journey through ALS. He was born June 15, 1951, in Ypsilanti, the son of Justin and Marguerite (Znorski) Emerson.

On December 16, 1972, Rick married Merlinda (Mindy) Cooper and they spent 51 years together. They made their home in Lansing, Michigan, until...

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