Obituary Listing

Sep 11, 2023

Delores Francis Syrek, 93, of Ludington, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital surrounded by her loving family.  She was born January 14, 1930, in Hilliards, Michigan, the daughter of Frank and Sophie (Klemens) Gigowski.

Delores enjoyed all kinds of crafts including crocheting, painting, and was an avid quilter, having made quilts for...

Sep 11, 2023

Hailey Marie Mayse, 37, of Strawn, Texas formerly of Hart, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023. She was born August 6, 1986, in Shelby, the daughter of Warren Taylor-Sheafor and Lisa Riggs.

Hailey is survived by: her life-long partner, Manuel Lopez; daughters, Jaiden Lopez, Juliana Lopez, and Jailey Lopez; step-son, Jared Lopez; mother, Lisa Riggs; siblings, Kendra...

Sep 9, 2023

Bobbi Jo (Purdy) Barrett, 40, of Hesperia, passed away unexpectedly at home September 9, 2023. She was born October 12, 1982, in Fremont, the daughter of Edward Purdy and Wanda (Shull) Burnham.

Bobbi was a graduate of Hesperia High School, class of 2000. She joined John Barrett in marriage in 2017. Bobbi was a nurse's aide in...

Sep 5, 2023

Lev Lonhyn Ploshchansky, beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, born on August 16, 1978, passed away on September 5, 2023.

He is survived by his mother, Svitlana Haliw; brother, Taras Ploshchansky (Larissa Brezden); sister, Olena (Mark) Dundon; step-sister, Larissa Haliw; nephews, Luka Ploshchansky and Nicholas Dundon; nieces, Lucy Dundon and Aryanna Haliw; uncle, Lohnyn Mokryj;...

Sep 4, 2023

Carolyn Marie Resterhouse, 74, of Pentwater, passed away September 4, 2023. She was born March 12, 1949, the daughter of Lucille Marie (Pfiel) Resterhouse and Edmund Resterhouse.

Carolyn is survived by: her half-sister and brother-in-law, Mary Lynn (Resterhouse) and Bernard Sawdy of Hart; nephews, Travis, Lee, and Justin Sawdy; niece, Marie J. Sawdy; 12 great-nieces and nephews;...

Sep 2, 2023

Linda Josephine Bench Brandel. Mom. Daughter. Sister. Wife. Granny. Friend. Teacher. Lover of People. Giver. Sewing Enthusiast. Home Baker.

Born November 2, 1939, to Homer and Ivabelle (Larr) Bench, Linda passed peacefully to our Lord on September 2, 2023.

Linda married Donald James Brandel on January 6, 1962, and family was the fulfilling passion of...

Sep 2, 2023

Shelly Renee Ball, 54, passed away suddenly September 2, 2023, at Trinity Health Muskegon Hospital, after a lifetime battle with asthma. Shelly was born September 17, 1968, in Muskegon, to Ernestine Johnson and Bob Hall.

Shelly was a kind and thoughtful person, she loved her children and grandchildren more than anything, and her favorite thing to do...

Sep 2, 2023

Louise M. "Pettee" Wikle died Saturday, September 2, 2023, at her home of 65   years in Traverse City, MI., following a lengthy illness.  She had been cared for lovingly for 12 years by her son Scott, daughter-in-law Sara, and their children.

She was born January 1, 1924, in Grandville, MI., daughter of Floyd J. and Angie M....

Aug 29, 2023

Ann Therese McClellan, 81, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City.  She was born January 31, 1942, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Monroe and Lucille (Antoine) Baker.

Ann was a member of the Litte River Band of Ottawa Indians; she was proud of her Native American heritage.  Ann...

Aug 29, 2023

Mary Louise Lombard, 89, of Montague, passed away Tuesday, August 29, 2023. She was born December 28, 1933, in Watertown Township, Michigan, the daughter of James and Zora (Ranney) Johnson.

Mary was a graduate of Muskegon High School and continued her education at the Hackley School of Nursing. She spent time in Chicago for nursing clinicals, and...

Aug 27, 2023

Theresa (Tess) Gray, beloved wife of Robert, mother of Samantha and Kimberly, and grandmother of Maxwell, passed away on the morning of Sunday, August 27, 2023.  She will be fondly remembered and missed by all.

No services will be held.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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Aug 25, 2023

Angeline Mary Basar (Angie), 82, of Williamsburg, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 25, 2023 at French Manor Terra Assisted Living in Traverse City.

Angie was born in December 1940 to Branko and Sophie Ivankovich in Warren Township, Macomb County, Michigan.

In 1959, Angie married Robert J. Basar (Bob). Angie and Bob went on...

Aug 25, 2023

Victoria Smith Brandel, 83, of Muskegon, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023. She was born January 10, 1940, the daughter of Sam and Jane (Hollon) Smith.

Victoria married Henry Brandel on September 8, 1955, and spent 66 loving years together. Together they raised six boys and then went on to open several Adult Foster Care homes in...

Aug 24, 2023

Priscilla Ann Cross, 85, of Montague, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023. She was born July 16, 1938, the daughter of Clifford and Doris (Johnson) Hellman.

In accordance with Priscilla's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

Aug 23, 2023

David Michael Adamczyk, 55, of Ludington, peacefully passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023. He was born August 15, 1968, in Grand Rapids, the son of Gerald and Gaye (Sullivan) Adamczyk.

David was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He liked playing games with family and friends, including bowling, chess, and video games; and also enjoyed traveling,...

Aug 21, 2023

Daniel W. (Gunner) Howitson, 78, of Elk Rapids, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Monday, August 21, 2303.

Dan retired in 2017 from Giffin International.  His last project with the firm was in Okinawa putting in a paint system for fighter planes.  He enjoyed this project tremendously.

He was born in Detroit,...

Aug 20, 2023

Beverley June Hansen, 93, of Hart, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023. She was born October 13, 1929, in Muskegon, the daughter of William and Mildred (Whitaker) Smith.

In 1966, Beverley and her husband, Don, moved to Hart and founded Hansen Foods, previously the Hart Thrift Way. Together they grew their business into a community staple, and...

Aug 20, 2023

Rebecca Sue McNinch, 54, of Beulah, died Sunday, August 20, 2023, at home with her husband by her side.  She was born December 17, 1968, in Detroit, the daughter of Edward and Eve (Robinson) Osga.

Rebecca worked as a Lab Manager at Harbor Optical in Traverse City.  In her spare time, she enjoyed drag racing, fishing, quilting,...

Aug 20, 2023

A passion for the culinary arts, music and craft beers, Greg Eddington was happy to bring his

talents as a great cook and beermeister to the kitchen and a beer menu. These talents were

only out-done by his easy smile, engaging conversations, and his loves: nature, his hometown

of Ludington and his children...

Aug 19, 2023

Richard Ivan Adams, 76, of Whitehall, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023. He was born March 4, 1947, the son of Clinton and Edith (Walton) Adams.

Richard is survived by: his brother, Lee Adams; sons, Richard (Kris) Adams, Erik Adams, and Matt Adams; grandchildren, Andrew (Marissa) Adams, Richard (Elizabeth) Adams, Katie (Evan) Karow, Zachary Adams, Emily (Nicholas)...