Obituary Listing

Feb 20, 2024

Christine Louise Jensen, age 78, passed away February 20, 2024, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility in Hart, Michigan. Chris was born November 27, 1945, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Dr. Benjamin Hawkins and Ruth (Benzon) Hawkins.

Chris is survived by: her husband of 57 years, David Jensen; their two sons, James David Jensen of Hart and...

Feb 19, 2024

Joyce Elaine Rankin (nee VanLandingham), 90, of Buckley, Michigan, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Traverse City, Michigan. She is survived by her beloved husband Edward Rankin, son Paul (Michelle) Wilmoth of Grawn, daughter Nancy (Brian) Rippon of Farmington Hills, daughter Kimberly (Douglas) Sparks of Charlevoix, brother Donald VanLandingham of Allen, Virginia, and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren....

Feb 18, 2024

Shannon M. Dustman, 49, of Ludington, died Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Grand Rapids.  She was born March 1, 1974.

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.

www.beaconfh.com

Feb 17, 2024

Helen Catherine Bragdon, 94, of Muskegon, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2024. She was born August 19, 1929, to Mathew and Mary (Zohl) Diendorf. She graduated from Ravenna High School in 1948.  She worked many jobs throughout her life but most notably as a server at Walgreens and Hanson's restaurants, as well as an operator at Clark Floor Machine...

Feb 15, 2024

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Sandy Cook, a dear mom and homemaker whose care touched the lives of all who knew her. Sandy departed from this world on February 15, 2024, leaving behind her daughter's family: Christina, DJ, and Isla.

Born Dec. 13, Sandy shared a zest for life.  After spending some years caring...

Feb 13, 2024

Sharilyn Kay (Kucaj) Rotta, 86, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away at her home on February 13, 2024. She was born September 19, 1937, in Ludington, the daughter of Allen Thomas and Catherine Olive (Brockhaus) Kucaj.

On April 2, 1966, Sharilyn married Corwin John "Heinie" Rotta at Bethany Lutheran Church in Ludington, Michigan, enjoying 52 years of marriage....

Feb 11, 2024

Christopher "Chris" Lee Neddo (known as "Screech" to close friends, 48, of Traverse City, died Sunday, February 11, 2024.  He was born October 14, 1975, in Lake Leelanau, the son of Gary and Martha (LaBonte) Neddo.

Chris had worked at the Bayshore Resort, in Traverse City, as a housekeeper and at the Bluebird Restaurant, in Leland, as...

Feb 11, 2024

Rommie Harry MacDonald, 65, of Scottville, died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Meijer Heart Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born December 16, 1958, at Paulina Sterns Hospital in Ludington, the son of Lewis D. and Anita V. (Whitaker) MacDonald.

Rommie grew up in Ludington, attended Ludington Area Schools, graduating in the Class of 1977, and...

Feb 11, 2024

Kenneth "Kenny" Donald Munford Sr., 71, passed away peacefully at the Compassion Home in Fremont, February 11, 2024. Kenneth was born January 4, 1953, in Fremont, to George and Elizabeth (Gleason) Munford.

Kenny attended Reeths-Puffer High School. He married his wife, Mary Ann (Slowik) on January 31, 1986.  He worked doing concrete and landscaping through the years...

Feb 11, 2024

In the quiet repose of Grand Rapids' winter embrace, Donald Joseph Vandling, at the age of 58, left the earthly stage on February 11, 2024. Born under a winter sky in Hart, MI, on December 26, 1965, Donny, as he was affectionately known, was a troubadour of the everyday, a man whose life was an ode to the beauty...

Feb 10, 2024

Marlene J. Monton, 87, of Ludington, Michigan, formerly of The Villages of Florida and Pentwater, Michigan, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington.

Marlene was the eldest of five children born to John and Nellie Jorissen.  She married the love of her life Charles Monton, enjoying 59 years of marriage.  ...

Feb 9, 2024

Charles Albert Vanderlaan, 89, of Montague, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was born October 31, 1934, the son of Charles J. and Florence (Campbell) Vanderlaan.  He spent his youth in Muskegon. Chuck proudly served our country in the United States Navy. After his military service he continued his education at...

Feb 8, 2024

Barbara Louise Bush, 77, of Muskegon, formerly of Ludington, died Thursday, February 8, 2024, at the Leila & Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence in Muskegon.  She was born October 10, 1946, in Fresno, California, the daughter of Ellsworth and Peggy (Woods) Bush.

Interment will take place in Lakeview Cemetery, Ludington.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere...

Feb 6, 2024

Donald Drum, 88, of Mears, Michigan, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2024.  Don was born on October 2, 1935, in West Branch, Michigan, to Raymond and Beulah (Bond) Drum. The family settled on a farm in Walkerville, Michigan, and had two more sons, Dale, and Doug.

The Drum boys lost their father when young and they...

Feb 6, 2024

Bonnie Marie Flanery, 68, of Hart, passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 27, 1955, the daughter of John and Elaine (Copeland) Smith.

Bonnie is survived by: her husband, Randy Flanery; sons, Paul Dodge and Scott (Kristy) Dodge; daughters, Tonia Dodge and Randi Renee Flanery McCann; and grandchildren, Jenna...

Feb 5, 2024

Kimberly Elizabeth Fox, 55, of Kingsley, died Monday, February 5, 2024, at her home.  She was born August 28, 1968, the daughter of James and Kay (Fannin) Prozinski.

Kimberly graduated from Traverse City Central High School in 1987.  She then attended Northwestern Michigan College.  She graduated from Northwestern College with a Licensed Practical Nurse degree.

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Feb 5, 2024

Linda Kay Flater, 64, of Muskegon, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024. She was born March 5, 1959, the daughter of Roy and Pearl Schuitema.

Linda is survived by her daughter, son, three grandchildren, and brother.

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

Feb 2, 2024

Mary Alice (Zuelke) Bayne, 79, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, February 2, 2024. She was born November 1, 1944, in Maywood, Illinois, the daughter of Fred and Nancy (Close) Zuelke.

On February 24, 1978, Mary married Richard Bayne, and they spent 46 years together.

Mary graduated from Kalamazoo Central High school in 1962.

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Feb 1, 2024

Barbara June Ellis, 68, of Hart, passed away February 1, 2024, after a very short fight against cancer. She was born June 23, 1955, to the late Beech and Ruth (McDonald) Ellis.

Barb graduated from Hart High School with the class of 1973. She then went on to attend the University of Michigan for four years, and...

Feb 1, 2024

Gary Charles Rice passed away on February 1, 2024, at the age of 89. He was born September 2, 1934, the son of Edwin N. Rice and Irma (Grunwell) Rice, in Saginaw, Michigan. In his youth, Gary lived in several towns in Michigan. He especially enjoyed his high school years in St. Johns where he proudly earned varsity letters...