Obituary Listing

Apr 4, 2024

Gertrude "Gert" Gross, 91, of Elk Rapids, peacefully passed away on April 4, 2024. She was born in Arcadia, Michigan on October 13, 1932, to Charles and Myrtle (Johnson) Newberry. She graduated from Arcadia High School in 1952 where she was on the High School basketball team.  After graduation she was employed at Watervale Inn on Lake Michigan.  While...

Mar 30, 2024

Nancy Joan Arzuaga, 82, of Montague, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born April 19, 1941, in Muskegon, the daughter of William and Julia (Sherman) Armstrong.

Nancy spent 17 years working at the Tannery, in Whitehall, and 17 years at Howmet Aerospace Manufacturing until her retirement.

Nancy...

Mar 29, 2024

Martin Jeffery Dahl, 67, of Hesperia, passed away Friday, March 29, 2024. He was born April 13, 1956, in Shelby, the son of Kenneth and Elaine (Jensen) Dahl.

On February 14, 2006, Marty married Linda Spring and they spent 19 years together.

Marty began working for his family business, Tri County Feed Service (formerly Dahls...

Mar 29, 2024

On Good Friday, March 29, 2024, Pam Reynolds, age 67, left this earth to join Jesus and other loved ones.  Pam leaves behind her loving husband, Don, two stepchildren, and three step-grandchildren.

Pam's love of reading kept her interested and busy her entire life.  Always one to have a lively conversation about the latest book, she'd discuss...

Mar 28, 2024

Larry Russell Hunt, 84, of Ocala, Florida, passed away March 28, 2024. Larry was born January 22, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Norman R Hunt and Imogene (May) Hunt.

Larry graduated from George Washington High School in Indianapolis and went on to earn a degree in engineering at IUPUI. He worked as a mechanical engineer in Indiana,...

Mar 26, 2024

Mary Virginia Barron, 87, passed away peacefully, March 26, 2024. She was born November22, 1936, in Hampton, Virginia, the daughter of James and Clara (Grant) Hayslett. Mary was a true southern bell, always bright and sweet. She prided herself on being a lady first, and she had a strong gene of southern hospitality. Mary loved to lend a helping...

Mar 26, 2024

Daniel John Hinds, 68, formerly of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2024.  He was born June 17, 1955, the son of James and Barbara (Brown) Hinds.

Daniel graduated from Ludington High School in 1974.  While attending Ludington High, Daniel excelled on the track team with his specialty being the 440-yard run.  He won three consecutive Seaway...

Mar 25, 2024

Phillip Louis Weinand

August 2, 1932 – March 25, 2024

Phillip Louis Weinand, 91, entered eternal life peacefully on Monday, March 25,2024 with his wife at his side at Springvale Assisted Living, Swartz Creek, MI where he had been residing since November.  Phillip was born August 2, 1932 to George and Rose Weinand of East...

Mar 25, 2024

Elaine Christine Morse, 85, went to be home with the Lord, the morning of March 25, 2024.

She was born November 29, 1938 in Detroit, the eighth of nine children to Thomas and Julia (Selke) Pietrangelo.  She spent her youth in Detroit, attended the Patronage of St Joseph School, and later worked at Detroit Edison (DTE) in...

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...