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
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
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
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
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
May 3, 2024
Barbara Ann Beaman, 89, of College Station, Texas, passed away Friday, May 3, 2024. Â She was born February 26, 1935, in Springfield, Ohio, to Andrew and Alice Williams. Â She was the eldest of six children. Â 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
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...
Lawrence Bernard Slade
May 2, 2024
In Loving Memory of Lawrence B. Slade of Buckley, Michigan, formerly of St. Johns, Michigan.
Lawrence B. Slade, born on January 4, 1939, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, peacefully passed away on May 2,2024.
Larry was born to Earl and Ann (Hoogterp) Slade, growing up in a household filled with love and warmth. He attended Holy...
Donald James Schroder
May 1, 2024
Donald James Schroder, 42, of Grand Rapids, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 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.
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Patricia Lillian Martindale
Apr 29, 2024
Patricia Martindale, 90, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024. Â She was born June 5, 1933, in Central Lake, Michigan, to Mae (Miller) and Harris Sage.
Pat was married to the love of her life, LeRoy (Roy) Martindale, in Central Lake, on June 2, 1951. Â Roy and Pat spent over 20 years traveling the world for Roy's...
Carrie Jean Hoover
Apr 28, 2024
Carrie Jean Hoover, 83, of Kingsley passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024.
She was born on November 1, 1940 to Florence (Ardill) & Jesse Whitney in Flushing, MI.
Carrie and her husband, Bill Hoover, shared over 35 years of marriage together living in their home in Kingsley. They enjoyed several activities together, from attending...
Charles William Jastrzembski
Apr 27, 2024
Charles William Jastrzembski, 67, of Hart, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born November 27, 1956, the son of Harold and Dorothy (Williams) Jastrzembski.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Velma Louise Leatherman
Apr 26, 2024
Velma Louise Leatherman, 79, of Kingsley, died Friday, April 26, 2024, at the Grand Traverse Pavilions. Â She was born April 30, 1944, in Springdale Township, the daughter of Chester and Emily (McClellan) Leatherman.
In Velma's early years, she was a caretaker for her younger siblings after her parents' passing followed by the birth of her two children....
Barbara Yancey
Apr 26, 2024
Barbara Yancey, 76, of Walkerville, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024. She was born October 21, 1947, in Effingham, Illinois, the daughter of Jessie and Viola Cotton.
Barbara is survived by: her loving husband of 52 years, James; daughter, Jennifer; sons, Patrick and James Jr.; 10 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
Barbara was a special lady...
Thomas Harley West Jr.
Apr 21, 2024
Thomas Harley West Jr. (Brotha Tom), 52, of Montague, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. He was born May 20, 1971, in Muskegon, the son of Thomas Harley West Sr. and Constance (Geistel) West.
Thomas worked as a self-employed carpenter, but his best talent was creating a safe space for others to feel love and joy. He...
Kennie Aaron May
Apr 20, 2024
Kennie Aaron May, age 78, passed away on April 20, 2024, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. His strength and bravery will never be forgotten.
He was born on September 21, 1945, in Paragould, Arkansas, and graduated from Flint Northern High School in 1963. He then went on to have a 33-year career at General Motors,...
David Lee Amstutz
Apr 20, 2024
David Lee Amstutz, 72, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024. Â He was born February 15, 1952, in Hart, the son of Ogden and Addie (Fisher) Amstutz.
David graduated from Hart High School. Â David worked at Kroger and Plumbs for many years.
David enjoyed outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing, and looked forward to...
Ross Klemko
Apr 19, 2024
Herbert Ross Klemko
July 27, 1941 – April 19, 2024
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts to announce the passing of Ross Klemko, aged 82, of Traverse City, on April 19, 2024. Â Ross passed away after a prolonged illness in recent years.
Ross was born on July 27, 1941, to June...
Debbra Jean Barefoot
Apr 19, 2024
Debbra Barefoot, 69, passed away April 19, 2024, Â in the comfort of her home. She was born April 21, 1954, in Hart, to Axel and Leota Johnson, the youngest of four children. Debbra's life was marked by love, family, and a steadfast dedication to her roles as a mother, wife, and professional.
Debbra embraced motherhood, welcoming her...
Francis Benjamin Burch Sr.
Apr 19, 2024
Francis Benjamin Burch Sr., 83, of Twin Lake, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024 surrounded by family that he deeply loved. He was born October 2, 1940, in Charlevoix, MI, the son of Edward K and Marian (Case) Burch.
On June 18, 1960, Francis married Gloria Culp and they spent a loving 64 years together.
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