Obituary Listing

Dec 18, 2025

Norman Joseph Tafelski, 66, of Ludington, died Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids after a four and half year battle with cancer.  He was born June 27, 1959, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, the son of John and Barbara (Martin) Tafelski.

Norman served 23 and a half years in the US Coast...

Dec 18, 2025

Stanley Lee Armstrong, 90, of Ludington, died Thursday, December 18, 2025, at home.  He was born March 7, 1935, in Marietta, Ohio, the son of Carl and Mary (Hupp) Armstrong.

Stan graduated from Allegan High School in 1953.  Afterwards he attended Western Michigan University where his earned his bachelor's and master's degrees.  Stan was the band director...

Dec 17, 2025

Mary Jane (Slicker) Rhodes, 75, of Ludington, MI drifted away on December 17, 2025 surrounded by her daughters ending her journey with Alzheimer’s.

Mary Jane was born the youngest of three daughters to Dorthy Inez Johnson Slicker and Norman Slicker in Massillon, OH on Sept 3, 1950. She was preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Sheila Brannon and Lorraine...

Dec 17, 2025

Monica Mary Karle Carnell was born in Detroit Michigan on December 10, 1930.  She went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 17, 2025.  She and her sister, Theresa, were placed in an orphanage at a young age, which impacted their lives in many ways.  As a young girl, Monica attended Saint Mary's Academy in Monroe, Michigan.  ...

Dec 16, 2025

Robert Leroy Hough Jr., 76, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025. He was a beloved father, grandfather, uncle, friend, and brother. He was born on January 11, 1949, in Muskegon, the son of Robert Sr. and Lydia (Baker) Hough.

Bob chose the Navy over college after high school. He served in the Vietnam War. Was...

Dec 16, 2025

Lisa Marie Laskey, age 54, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at her home in Cedar, Michigan, following a courageous and determined battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the family she loved so dearly. Lisa's deep love for her family fueled a remarkable determination to embrace every possible moment with them. Her strength and perseverance in the...

Dec 15, 2025

Janet Leona Worthington Bassett, age 86, left this earth on December 15, 2025.

She was born in Detroit, Michigan on May 15, 1939, to Hector and Marie (Campbell) Meerschaert.  She was one of twelve children, August (Delphine), Marvin (Dorothy), Raymond (Susanna), John, Marie, Rose Couvreur, Barbara Yongert (George), Kathleen, Joseph (Jeanette), Joan Brakevelt (Joseph), and Dolores.

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 Auburn Hills, Michigan, cherishing time with her family and developing a...

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,...