Obituary Listing

Dec 12, 2025

Paul Ronald Maus, 67, of Rapid City passed away December 12, 2025, at his home.  He was born on February 23, 1958, the son of John & Faye (Blackman) Maus.

He is survived by 3 sisters: Deborah (Stephen) Hill, Laura Maus, and Mary Anne Maus.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, December...

Dec 12, 2025

Gordon Frank Munn, 91, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025. He was born June 9, 1934, in Muskegon, grew up in the Jackson Hill neighborhood, the son of Charles and Thelma (Gerling) Munn.

Gordon graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1952. He worked as a manager for many years at Kroger Grocery. He enjoyed...

Dec 11, 2025

Beverly Jean Eitniear, 90, of Hart, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart. She was born December 26, 1934, in Hart, the daughter of Monroe and Phronie (Wehry) Sutherland.

Beverly enjoyed crafting items for people and was skilled in knitting, crocheting, and sewing. She also enjoyed playing games with...

Dec 11, 2025

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, after a courageous 40+ year battle with chronic kidney disease including 5 years on dialysis, Barbara Helen Lawrence passed from the loving arms of her family into the eternal embrace of the Holy Father.

Born on July 9, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, Barbara was the first of four children to Perella and...

Dec 10, 2025

Vicki Jean Houts, 60, of Norton Shores, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025, surrounded by her children. She Was born March 24, 1965, in Muskegon, the daughter of Arthur Bloomquist and Marilyn Anderson.

Vicki graduated from Whitehall High School in 1983. After high school, she worked as a braize specialist for GE Aviation, in Muskegon, for nearly...

Dec 10, 2025

Thomas E. Awrey, 94, passed away December 10, 2025, at his home in Traverse City, Michigan, surrounded by his family. Tom was born and raised in West Branch, Michigan, where he met his high school sweetheart, Shirley Vincent. A day before his wedding in 1951, Tom received his draft notice for the Korean War and served for two years...

Dec 8, 2025

Jeanette May Greiner, 94, of Hart, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at her home. She was born December 2, 1931, in Whitehall, the daughter of Fredrick and Violet (Christensen) Kassner.

Jeanette married Eugene Martin Greiner on September 10, 1955, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hart. They faithfully attended St. Joseph Catholic Church and Jeanette was...

Dec 7, 2025

Robert "Bob" Gordon McDonnell, Jr., 71, of Hesperia, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025, at his home. He was born March 28, 1954, in Fremont, the son of Robert Sr. and Marlene (Anderson) McDonnell.

Bob grew up in Hesperia and enjoyed helping his dad on the family farm. He loved to keep busy, whether it was working...

Dec 6, 2025

Marguerite Lila Smith, 92, of Elkton, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility. She was born August 28, 1933, in Bay City, the daughter of Walter and Lila (McCalden) Luginbuhl.

Marguerite had a full life with many joys, among them were reading and playing the piano. However, her primary joy in...

Dec 5, 2025

Jolene Rae Maressa, 53, of Newaygo, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025. She was born March 31, 1972, in Trenton, New Jersey, the daughter of Joseph Maressa and Janel Morin (Fletcher) .

Jolene graduated from Olympia High School in Washington State, in 1990. After high school, she moved to Michigan and became a prominent financial consultant in...

Dec 4, 2025

Julie Edict Caird of Manistee, Michigan passed away on December 4, 2025 in Traverse City, Michigan due to complications from ongoing health issues. Julie was 67 years old.

Born Julie Melinda Edict on October 5, 1958, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Julie was a bright, very caring, compassionate person. She grew up in Dexter, Michigan. She pursued higher...

Dec 3, 2025

Connae Joleen Denning

March 13, 1955 – December 3, 2025

Connae Joleen Denning, a beloved wife, mother, and devoted follower of Jesus, passed away peacefully December 3rd, 2025. She was born on March 13, 1955, at St. Joseph Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan, to Arthur and Arlene Jepson. Connae grew up in...

Dec 1, 2025

Ronald Lamont Smith of Perry, Michigan passed away aged 84 years surrounded by loving family on December 1, 2025 at White Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Whitehall, Michigan. Ron was a devoted dad, born mechanic, gentle jokester, and the warmest presence in any room.

Ron, born November 12, 1941 in Detroit, grew up in Perry,...

Dec 1, 2025

Myrtle "Dolly" May Strong, 83, of Muskegon, entered the Lord's presence peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025. She was born February 26, 1942 in Harbor Springs, the daughter of Walter and Myrtle (Bester) Lathrop.

On August 20, 1977, Dolly married the love of her life, Stanley "Joe" Strong, They shared many memories together, including their annual trips...

Nov 30, 2025

James Burkhart, proud owner of Rolling Valley Farms, devoted his life to working the family farm he loved alongside his partner, Shirley Priest. Born on September 15, 1936, to Goldie and Hugh J. Burkhart, Jim remained a dedicated fruit farmer throughout his life, harvesting up to his final day.

On November 30, 2025, Jim passed away peacefully...

Nov 29, 2025

John Frederick Dykstra, 80, of Traverse City, and formerly of Brooklyn, MI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 29, 2025, under hospice in Traverse City. Born on October 22, 1945, in Kalamazoo, he was the son of Frederick and Sadie (Johnson) Dykstra.

After graduating from Kalamazoo Christian High School in 1963, John proudly served his country during...

Nov 29, 2025

Bjarne Dennis Albrechtsen, 80, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025. He was born January 10, 1945, in Jelling, Denmark, the son of Svend and Grethe (Bihlet) Albrechtsen.

On August 9, 1968, Dennis married Susana Ruiz, and together, were blessed with two children during their 57 years of marriage.

In 1963, Dennis graduated from...

Nov 26, 2025

MARQUETTE, MI - Carol Marie Adamisin, from Interlochen, MI, passed away peacefully with her daughter Pam by her side November 26, 2025 at Mill Creek Senior Living Community in Marquette, MI after a three-year journey with Alzheimer's. She had recently celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends, greatly enjoying the festivities.

Carol was born to Raymond...

Nov 25, 2025

Herbert Jablin, 91, of Palm Beach, Florida, passed away on November 25, 2025, at his favorite place, his fishing cabin in Montague, Michigan.

Herbert, who was known to friends and family as Herb or Herbie, was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. He attended Purdue University, where he was elected student body president with the campaign slogan...

Nov 25, 2025

Amadeo Robles Trevino, 78, of White Cloud, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. He was born April 6, 1947, in Jourdanton, Texas, the son of Simon and Guadalupe (Robles) Trevino.

Amadeo spent many years raising cattle and driving heavy machinery. He was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...