Obituary Listing

Feb 9, 2023

James Lester Cousino, 87, formerly of Montague, claimed his eternal reward on February 9, 2023, in Scottsdale, AZ. Jim's cause of death was heart failure following two heart attacks.

Jim was born at the family home at 209 Garfield Ave., Bay City, MI on October 30, 1935, son of John and Irene (Stender) Cousino.  John worked as...

Feb 9, 2023

Bernard Lamarr Weidner, 96, of Muskegon, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2023. He was born November 14, 1926, the son of Bernard E. and Naomi Weidner.

Bernard retired from the City of Muskegon as an inspector. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, flying small planes, and walking his dog, Tex.

Bernard is survived by: his three...

Feb 9, 2023

Mark McKelley, 73, of Silver Lake/Mears, died peacefully in his home February 9, 2023, from an extended illness. Mark was born February 19, 1949, in Canton, Ohio, the son of Lawrence and MaryAnn (Richey) McKelley.

Mark was employed by the Department of Health and Human Services in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where he met his wife, Toni. Mark and...

Feb 8, 2023

Catherine (Katie) Naghtin passed peacefully on February 8, 2023. Katie was born to Carl and Edna Schoenberg, in Hart, Michigan, on July 11, 1934. She married Paul Naghtin on October 9, 1954.

Katie was a member of the White Lake United Methodist Church where she taught 3rd and 4th grade Sunday school for many years. She also...

Feb 8, 2023

Ret. LTC Michael Ross Schaub, MD, 64, of Whitehall, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at his home. He was born February 21, 1958, in Rantoul, Illinois, the son of Ret. Lieutenant Colonel Theodore and Marilyn (Meister) Schaub.

Mike was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, ending his service as Lieutenant Colonel. He was a 1980...

Feb 8, 2023

Gregory Lee Purple Sr., 62, of Whitehall, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, after a short, but courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born December 29, 1960, to Robert and Loreen (Morrison) Purple, in Manistique, Michigan. He was raised in Mason County, graduating from Mason County Eastern High School in 1980.

Greg's...

Feb 8, 2023

Norman "Zeke" Ray Littlefield, 82, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at home.  He was born December 6, 1940, in Newton, North Carolina.

Zeke worked in hazardous waste remediation, serving as a project manager and superintendent.  He was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 324.  In his spare time, Zeke enjoyed riding motorcycles, shooting...

Feb 7, 2023

Christopher Scott Eisenlohr, 56, passed away February 7, 2023, at his home in Pentwater, Michigan. He was born March 9, 1966, in Grand Rapids, the son of Chester and Linda (Blamer) Eisenlohr.

Chris worked as a residential contractor with his good friend Aaron Boyko. In 1995, Chris married Michelle Hofmann and had two children, Raine and Nolan...

Feb 6, 2023

Shirley Ann Wambach, 82, of Ludington, passed away Monday, February 6, 2023, at home.  She was born April 16, 1940, in St. Clair Shores, the daughter of Lorenz and Edith (Stewart) Maison.

Shirley started out working at Star Watch Case, later she went to work for Metal Works in Ludington, where she retired as a supervisor.  In...

Feb 5, 2023

David Osborn, 66, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2023. David was a proud and devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather. He was a true family man who always put his loved ones first. David was born September 22, 1956, at the Norfolk Naval Station in Virginia. After serving his country proudly in the United States Navy, he...

Feb 3, 2023

Leonard James Jastrzembski, 64, passed away Friday, February 3, 2023. He was born March 27, 1958, the son of Harold and Dorothy (Williams) Jastrzembski.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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Feb 3, 2023

Patrick Alan Temberg, 59, of Montague, passed away on February 3, 2023. He was born September 2, 1963, in Shelby the son of Einer and Mary (Flood) Temberg. Patrick enjoyed working for the White Lake Golf Club; he retired after 36 years of employment. Patrick is survived by his brothers, Tim (Katy) Temberg and Jim (Linda) Temberg; and numerous nieces...

Jan 31, 2023

Jeanne Marie Hook, 65, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at home with family by her side.  She was born July 6, 1957, in Bay City, the daughter of Howard and Grace (Lavigueur) Rehil.

Jeanne lived in Oklahoma for over 30 years before returning to Michigan in 2012.  She received her GED from Traverse City...

Jan 31, 2023

James Ralph Rininger, 80, of Hart, passed away January 31, 2023, from a massive stroke. He was born September 17, 1942, in Douglas, Michigan, the son of Ralph and Mary (Bolton) Rininger.

Jim married the love of his life, Sandra Smith, on October 21, 1961. They spent 61 happy years together.

Jim was a member...

Jan 29, 2023

Betty Briggs sadly left us on Sunday, January 29, 2023, at 89-years-old.  She was born on January 28, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois.  She was widowed after 65 years of marriage to Richard Briggs.

Mother of five children: Tommy, Richard, Cindy, Danny, and David; grandma to three grandchildren, Danielle, Alex, and Zack; great-grandma to Avery.  She loved her...

Jan 29, 2023

Richard "Rick" Ross Leitz, 74, of Elk Rapids, died Sunday, January 29, 2023.

Rick was born May 15, 1948, in Brighton, the son of Harold and Margaret (Ludwig) Leitz.  Rick graduated from Brighton High School, Class of 1966.  He then went to Central Michigan University and graduated with a Business Management degree in 1969 and then furthered...

Jan 29, 2023

Richard Eugene Sikkenga, 92, of Montague, passed away Sunday, January 29, 2023. He was born on September 8, 1930, the son of Harry and Ella Sikkenga.

On August 30, 1952, he married the love of his life JoAnn Dahl, and they were blessed with 70 wonderful years together.

Richard graduated from Montague High School in...

Jan 28, 2023

Robert Novak, 87, of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, January 28, 2023, at his home. He was born May 13, 1935, in Rockford, the son of the late William and Meryl (Sawyer) Novak.

Robert was a proud veteran of the US Air Force, and then retired after 25 years with IBM. In Robert's spare time, he enjoyed fishing...

Jan 22, 2023

Audrey Marjorie Bessey, 92, of Ludington, died Sunday, January 22, 2023, at her home.  She was born June 1, 1930, in Ludington, the daughter of Harry and Ingrid (Tonnesen) Anderson.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of...

Jan 22, 2023

Loretta Mae Tipton, 93, of Ludington, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Ludington Woods Assisted Living Center.  She was born January 11, 1930 in Ludington, the daughter of Walter and Mary (Smith) Lange.

Loretta started her career working as a secretary at a law firm in Ludington. She then held several other office positions in the...