Obituary Listing

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.

www.beaconfh.com

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...

Jan 21, 2023

Gary G. Weston, 85, of Montague, passed away Saturday, January 21, 2023. He was born March 21, 1937, in Grand Rapids, the son of Roy and MaryAnn Weston.

Gary is survived by: his children, Robin (Jack) Seaver, Jamee (Roger) Atchison, and Kip (Jacque) Weston; many grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.

In accordance with Gary's wishes, cremation...

Jan 20, 2023

Mr. Jack D. VanGeison, 69, of Whitehall, passed away unexpectedly Friday, January 20, 2023. He was born June 17, 1953, in Saginaw, the son of Robert and Effie VanGeison (McLean).

Jack graduated from Montague High School in 1971 and went on to obtain his paramedic certification. He began working at Professional Med Team where he worked until...

Jan 17, 2023

Edward Simon Jr., peacefully entered into eternal life, January 17, 2023, with his beloved wife and family at his side. Edward was born June 21, 1935, in Hart, to Edward and Elizabeth (Smith) Simon. He was baptized in infancy at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Weare Township.

A devastating house fire in the late 1930's led to...

Jan 17, 2023

Howard Arthur Simonson, 86, of Whitehall, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023. He was born October 11, 1936, the son of Earl and Elsie Simonson.

Howard's prized achievements and joys in life were the many years he spent at Reeths Puffer Public Schools as a well-respected teacher and his ability to travel the world.

A...

Jan 17, 2023

Richard A. Worth, 71 of Fife Lake, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be posted soon.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Jan 12, 2023

Margaret Celeste Shamel, 68, of Traverse City, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Munson Medical Center.  She was born April 11, 1954, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Lester and Christina (Hayes) Stacey.

Margaret was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who devoted her life to caring for her family.  She enjoyed flowers and reading.  She was...