Linda Carol Ayers
Jan 28, 2026
Linda Carol (Brown) Ayers, age 86, went to her eternal home in heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Linda was born on April 13, 1939, in Durand, Michigan. Except for a few years spent living out of state, Michigan was always her home and held her heart. Over the years, she lived in Durand, Cadillac, Flint, Ludington,...
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire
Jan 28, 2026
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire, 79, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 28, 206, at home.
A full obituary will be post at a later date.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Gary Lee Finkbeiner
Jan 28, 2026
Gary Lee Finkbeiner, age 68, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in his home.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Gary lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him.
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Bradley Allen Blood
Jan 27, 2026
Bradley Blood was born the youngest of five children in Honor, Michigan to Francis and Arline Blood on March 14, 1945. He loved the fact that he could say he was an Honors High School graduate. He graduated from Professional Business Institute as a Medical Laboratory Technician in 1964. On April 30, 1998, Bradley received a certificate in Hazardous Waste...
Linda Ann Bird
Jan 27, 2026
Linda Ann Bird, 69, passed away peacefully at home under the care of hospice with family nearby on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. She was born March 11, 1956, in Montague, Michigan, to Floyd and Thelma Clements.
A lifelong resident of the Montague/Whitehall area, Linda graduated from Montague High School and went on to build a remarkable 40-year...
Therese Ann Trapper
Jan 26, 2026
Therese Ann Trapper, 68, of Ludington and Whitehall, died Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Leila and Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
William "Bill" Paul Askins
Jan 25, 2026
William Paul Askins, affectionately known by his friends and family as Bill, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his home with the love of his life, Darlene, by his side. He was born May 5, 1933, in Lima, Ohio, the son of James and Helen (Betts) Askins. Among Bill's greatest accomplishments in life were his wife and four...
Donna Jean Herremans
Jan 23, 2026
Donna Jean Herremans, age 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026, with much love and support from her family. She was preceded in death by: her parents, Gordon and Esther (Ford) Kingsford; husband of 68 years, John Herremans; beloved son, Patrick 'Pat' Neil Herremans; and sisters, Nancy Dickinson and Francis Afton....
Gail Rebecca Miller
Jan 20, 2026
Gail Rebecca Miller, 68, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at her home. She was born January 22, 1957, in Detroit, the daughter of William and Georgianna (McCleish) Miller.
In accordance with Gail's wishes, cremation has taken place and services will be held at Mears United Methodist Church at a later date.
Beacon...
Gerald Love Davila
Jan 20, 2026
Gerald Love Davila, 71, of Pentwater, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at his home. He was born October 24, 1954, in Muskegon, the son of Willie and Barb Davila.
Gerald proudly served our country in the US Army. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, as well as watching western movies.
Gerald...
Marsha Jean Cole
Jan 19, 2026
Marsha Jean Cole, age 73, passed away on January 19, 2026, at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City, Michigan.
Born on March 3, 1952, in Gaylord, Michigan, to parents, Robert Lee Cole and Margaret Jean (Allan) Cole. Marsha grew up in Mancelona, Michigan. She graduated from Mancelona High School where she was involved in cheerleading, band, and acting in the senior...
Marsha Jean Cole
Jan 19, 2026
Marsha Jean Cole, passed away, Monday, January 19, 2026.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Kathryn Ruth Novotny
Jan 19, 2026
Kathryn Ruth "Kay" Novotny, 85, of Hart, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, surrounded by family and friends at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She was born June 27, 1940, in Alma, the daughter of Frank and Bethel (Lampka) Stimson.
Kay was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She enjoyed many activities throughout...
Raymond Stanley Broda
Jan 18, 2026
Raymond Stanley "Ray" Broda, 78, of Pentwater, passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026, at his home. He was born July 20, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Stanley and Gertrude (Brach) Broda.
In accordance with Ray's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.
Beacon Cremation...
Frank Joseph Seyka
Jan 17, 2026
Frank Joseph Seyka, born February 18, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan, passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. True to his nature, Frank fought with strength and determination for many years, never giving up and never losing his fighting spirit.
Frank was the son of Frank Sr. and Sophie (Jajko) Seyka and a proud graduate...
Chad Robert Genia
Jan 16, 2026
Chad Robert Genia; April 25, 1987 to January 16, 2026; son of Sharon Genia and Brock (Lisa) Morman; paternal grandson of Robert and Sharon Morman; brother of Kajetan Morman and Maggie Morman; nephew of Steve Genia, Diane McDonald, Deb Genia, William Genia Jr, Robert Genia, Todd Morman and Rebecca (Michael) Havlicek; preceded in death by maternal grandparents William and...
Galvin Xavier Love, Jr.
Jan 16, 2026
Galvin Xavier Love Jr., affectionately known by most as Skip, age 85, of Montague, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 16, 2026. He was born on September 22, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Galvin Sr. and Dorothy (Roesler) Love.
Galvin developed a love for music at a young age and especially enjoyed playing...
John Charles Lloyd
Jan 15, 2026
John C. Lloyd, a devoted, loving, and caring husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2026. He was born on July 20, 1940, in Muskegon, Michigan, the son of John M. and Mary (Maynard) Lloyd.
John grew up in Montague, attended Mouth School, and graduated from Montague High School in 1958. He continued his education at Muskegon Community...
Sandra Ann Kolb
Jan 15, 2026
Sandra Ann Kolb (Johnson) was born to John and Rose Johnson on August 24, 1940, in Ludington, MI, and passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on January 15, 2026.
In 1959 Sandra met the love of her life, Kenneth Kolb, when the two were attendants at mutual friends' wedding. It was love at...
Lori Ann Farkas
Jan 12, 2026
Lori Ann Farkas, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on Monday, January 12, 2026, at her home, surrounded by love. Larry, her devoted husband of 20 years was faithfully by her side, just as he had been throughout their life together. Lori was born March 8, 1963, in Muskegon, MI to Gloria and Angelo Robbins.
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