Obituary Listing

Nov 25, 2022

Kathy Marie Vellenga, 59, of Montague, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 25, 2022. She was born February 9, 1963, in Muskegon, the daughter of Melvin and Barbara (Cunningham) Vellenga. Kathy enjoyed being around family and friends, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also an avid bingo player. Kathy is survived by: her partner, Mark Slocum; mother-in-law,...

Nov 25, 2022

Lovisa Jane Larsen, 100, of Ludington, passed away Friday, November 25, 2022, at home.  She was born January 30, 1922, in Custer, the daughter of George and Lydia (Rhinebolt) Bryant.

Jane worked several jobs throughout her 100 year life, including being a secretary for the health department, a waitress; a salesclerk at J.J. Newberry's, a housekeeper at...

Nov 24, 2022

Donald "Donnie" R. Erving, 84, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 24, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Donnie owned Great Lakes Builders and built many beautiful homes in the Traverse City area. He was a hard worker who passed on his strong work ethic to his children. Donnie had a great sense of...

Nov 23, 2022

Thomas Carl Clair, 72, passed away in his lakeshore home surrounded by his family on November 23, 2022. Tom was born on January 16, 1950 in Trenton, New Jersey to Joe and Marjorie Clair. Brother to John (Tess), Tom grew up in Ewing Township riding bikes, sledding, and chasing their escaped pet rabbit down the street. The family moved...

Nov 20, 2022

Ramona Jean Mason, 85, of Fife Lake, died Sunday, November 20, 2022.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 PM, Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Kingsley Chapel, with Dr. Mark Jones officiating.  Interment will take place in Fife Lake Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until time of services at...

Nov 20, 2022

Phillip W. Hunt, 97, of Ludington died peacefully Sunday, November 20, 2022, at MediLodge of Ludington.  He was born April 2, 1925, in Indiana

Phillip was a hard worker who always provided for his family.  Born of modest means in Indiana, he lived his early life in Illinois.  He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1943 and...

Nov 19, 2022

Robert Wallace Craker Sr., 78, of Walkerville, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022. He was born January 4, 1944, in Hart, the son of Wallace and Emily (Drabeck) Craker.

Robert is survived by: his wife, Donna Craker; children, Jeannie (Daniel) Miskosky and Robert Craker Jr.; 9 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and sister, Pat Cory.

Robert was...

Nov 18, 2022

Kathleen Jeanette Ashmore (92) of Traverse City, Michigan peacefully went to be with the Lord in her heavenly home on November 18, 2022.

Kathleen was born in Williamsburg, Michigan March 21, 1930 to Earl and Viva (Wiggins) Ashmore. On July 15, 1946 she married John Ashmore, a distant relative from southern Michigan. John and Kathleen...

Nov 18, 2022

Janice Liboria (Pace) Farquhar, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 18, 2022, surrounded by her family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Madison, Wisconsin, August 25, 1939, the daughter of Anthony and Lucille Pace.  Janice and her family moved to Chicago soon after her birth.

In 1957, Janice met and married...

Nov 16, 2022

William "Bill" Cooper passed away early morning November 16, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. His family was by his side for the final few days, and with him when he crossed over. Bill was born to Bernice and John Cooper of Riverdale, Illinois. Bill attended Thornton High School in Harvey, Illinois, and, after graduating, enlisted in the...

Nov 16, 2022

James "Jim" Edwin Kelley, 73, of Buckley, died Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at home with his family by his side.  He was born March 12, 1949, in Grant Township, the son of John and Loretta (Weber) Kelley.

Jim worked as a carpenter.  In his spare time, he liked to putter and always had projects going in various...

Nov 13, 2022

Rosemary S. Richard, 66 of Kingsley, died Sunday evening in Traverse City, Michigan.

Per her request cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Nov 11, 2022

Carla Sue Richards, 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, November 11, 2022, in Ludington, Michigan.

Carla, who went by her middle name Sue was born to Robert and Marion Underhill on September 8, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan. She grew up in Lansing across the street from her grandparent's farm, a time she always...

Nov 11, 2022

Joseph Eugene Brink-Burillo, the infant son of Joseph Brink and Renata Burillo-Castro, was born still on November 11, 2022.

Joseph is survived by: his parents; grandparents, Catalina Burillo, Greg Malburg, Sergio Castro, Loretta Lefevre, and Kevin Brink SR; and great-grandparents, Penny Burillo, Ken and Brenda Malburg; and many aunts and uncles.

Joseph was preceded in...

Nov 10, 2022

Deborah Elaine Davis, 66, of Ludington, formerly of Monroe, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, November 10, 2022.

Deb was born August 2, 1956, in Monroe, Michigan, the daughter of Elmer and Naomi (Ellison) Standifer. The eldest of 4 brothers and sisters, Deb loved hard and had a servant's heart. She lived her life using...

Nov 9, 2022

Larry Raymond Wisner, 79, of Pentwater, died Wednesday, November 9, 2022.  He was born September 3, 1943, in Lansing, the son of Raymond and Norine Wisner.

Larry served in the US Air Force for four years and was a member of the Edwin H. Ewing American Legion Post #76 in Ludington.

Larry was a journeyman...

Nov 9, 2022

Albert Carl Mitchell, 93, of Irons, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.   He was born September 30, 1929, in Buchannan, Michigan the son of John and Esther (Rhoades) Mitchell.

Albert served in the US Army and was a Veteran of the Korean War serving from 1951 to 1953.

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Nov 7, 2022

Stacy Lynn Darby, 61, of Ludington, passed away Monday, November 7, 2022, at home.  She was born October 14, 1961, in Orange, California.

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

Nov 4, 2022

Michael George Lindgren, 74, of Hart, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022. He was born May 10, 1948, the son of George and Lorena (Pearson) Lindgren. Michael was a disabled Vietnam Veteran and active in the Hart VFW. He was an avid woodworker and loved hunting in his earlier years. Michael is survived by: his wife, Bridgette; son, Troy Lindgren;...

Nov 4, 2022

On Friday, November 4th, 2022, Irene Smolen, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 88. She was born Irene Gierak, on December 13, 1933, in Detroit, Michigan, to Catherine and John Gierak.

She graduated from Romulus High School in 1951, as head cheerleader, and went on to work at Ford Motor Company as...