Obituary Listing

Mar 25, 2024

John Edward Heymes Jr., aged 75 years, of Traverse City, passed away on March, 25th 2024 ,in Traverse City, Michigan.

John was born in Dearborn, MI, to John Edward Heymes Sr. & Helen (Maize) Mace on November 29th 1948. The family moved up north to Traverse City where he attended Traverse City Senior High school.  He then...

Mar 24, 2024

Keith Alan VanBrocklin, 75, of Pentwater, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, son, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed.

Keith was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and golfing. He also co-owned and operated Target Mold Corporation, in Muskegon, until his retirement.

Keith is survived by:...

Mar 23, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Hiler, 74, passed away peacefully, March 23, 2024. He was born January 3,1950, in Fremont, the son of Clarence and Violet (Burden) Hiler.

Chuck grew up in Hesperia and graduated from Hesperia High School. During his time at Hesperia, he participated in football and track. After high school, Chuck found his way into a few...

Mar 22, 2024

Nancy Lou Botten, 77, passed away peacefully March 22, 2024. She was born September 18, 1946, in Muskegon, the daughter of Raymond and Margaret (Grencer) Puffer.

Nancy is survived by: her daughters, Deanna Botten, and Karrie (Mark) Hayes; sister, Bonnie Woodring; a niece, nephew, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many close friends.

Nancy was preceded in...

Mar 22, 2024

Edith Bliss Stubbs, 86, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, March 22, 2024. She was born May 26, 1937, the daughter of Richard and Helen (Calvert) Bliss.

A full obituary will be posted soon.

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

Beacon Cremation...

Mar 22, 2024

Edith Bliss Stubbs, 86, of Whitehall, Michigan, (formerly of Peoria, Illinois) passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024. She was born May 26, 1937, in Sandusky, Ohio, to the late Richard and Helen (Calvert) Bliss. Edith was known to her loved ones as "Edie", and leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Edie pursued her...

Mar 21, 2024

Brandon Middaugh, peacefully departed from this world in his sleep on March 21st, 2024, due to complications from a heart condition. He's left us with a legacy of kindness, compassion and light in his 32 years. Born on August 8th, 1991, he touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. Brandon currently resided in New...

Mar 19, 2024

Claudio Noe Bernal, 43, of Bitely, passed away March 19, 2024. He was born May 23, 1980, the son of Alfonso Sr. and Eva Bernal.

Claudio is survived by: his wife, Maria Guadalupe; children, Kayla B. Bernal and Claudio Noe Bernal Jr; parents, Alfonso Sr. and Eva Bernal; siblings, Alfonso B. Bernal Jr., Jaime Bernal, and Veronica...

Mar 18, 2024

Roberto Rosas Villegas, 51, of Hart, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, passing onto the heavenly kingdom on Monday, March 18, 2024 while in Mexico. He was born October 15, 1972, in Caracheo, Guanajuato, Mexico, the son of Antonio Rosas Nieto and Celia Villegas Galvan.

As an older child, Roberto was a strength...

Mar 17, 2024

Sandra Lynn Purdy, 57, passed away Sunday, March 17th, 2024, at Corewell Health, Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids, surrounded by family. She was born November 17, 1966, the daughter of Norman and Beatrice (Clark) Carrier, the youngest of 5 children.

Sandra, affectionately known as Sandy, was a 1984 graduate of Hart High School. Her senior year, she...

Mar 17, 2024

Mark Charles Smith, 54, passed away March 17, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving wife and daughters, following a 20 year battle with a rare liver disease, and a liver transplant in November; he ultimately succumbed to a hard-fought battle against liver bile duct cancer. He was born October 16, 1969, in Muskegon, the son of Dale and...

Mar 15, 2024

Scott Micheal Ogborn Jr., 44, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024. He was born October 22, 1979, in Manistee, the son of Scott Ogborn Sr. and Lynnette (Bloomquist) Frost. Scott graduated from Whitehall High School in 1997. After graduation, he spent 12 years working as a self-employed truck driver with numerous companies. Scott was a very loving,...

Mar 15, 2024

We regretfully announce the passing of Thomas R Sedlacek, 73, of Mayfield, Michigan, on March 15, 2024. Tom was born on March 28, 1950, to Ray and Lorene Sedlacek in Traverse City, Michigan.  After graduating from Kingsley High School in 1968, he then went on to join the US Navy where he became a Corpsman dedicated to helping those...

Mar 15, 2024

Marilyn M. Nussdorfer (nee Pipe) age 83

Passed on March 15, 2024 at home surrounded by family.  Marilyn was born January 10, 1941 in Pontiac, MI; the only child of Leslie and Cloman Pipe.   She was an excellent student and attended Alma College after graduating from Dondero High School in Royal Oak at the age of 16.  ...

Mar 13, 2024

Joshua VandenHeuvel, 40, of Scottville, died March 13, 2024.  He was born February 7, 1984, in San Diego, Califronia to Sharon Renee Curtis and Kurt James VandenHeuvel. He graduated in 2003 while living in Foley, Alabama. Josh later moved back to Michigan to be closer to family.   In his free time he loved horticulture, gaming, the outdoors and spending...

Mar 13, 2024

Sara Kathleen "Trinkie" (Hornsby) Avila, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, entered the kingdom of Heaven on March 13, 2024, in Muskegon, at the age of 46. She was born June 27, 1977, in Shelby, to Richard and Venus Hornsby.

Trinkie was known for her loving and protective nature, her independence, sense of humor, outspokenness,...

Mar 11, 2024

Joyce Arlene Kinstner, 74, passed away March 11, 2024. She was born March 25, 1949, in Fremont, the daughter of George and Gertie (Monroe) McCastle.

Joyce had many working experiences over the years, most of which was service for the elderly. Caring and respecting her elders was instilled in her by her parents from a young age....

Mar 8, 2024

Patrick "Jim" James Acre, 82, of Buckley, died Friday, March 8, 2024, in Traverse City. He was born March 8, 1942, in Elberta, the son of William and Marion (Summerfield) Acre.

Jim was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and served as an aircraft mechanic for F8U Crusader aboard the USS Oriskiny. On August...

Mar 7, 2024

Antone Jerome Neuville III, 71, of Montague, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024. He was born April 26, 1952, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, the son of Antone Neuville Jr. and Rita (Kasbohm) Thompson.

On April 12, 2019, Tony married Rebecca Mangels and they spent 26 years together.

Tony enjoyed doing things around the house and...

Mar 6, 2024

William "Bill" Landon Bluhm, 90, of Pentwater, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2024. He was born June 8, 1933, the son of William and Katheryn (Klaiber) Bluhm.

Bill grew up in the community of River Rouge. After graduating high school, Bill enlisted and served a four-year tour in the US Navy. During his service, a portion...