Harold Ralph Kempker
Feb 3, 2026
Harold Ralph Kempker, 87, passed away peacefully February 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born September 3, 1938, the son of Harold and Viola (Venksy) Kempker.
Harold spent his life in motion. After graduating from Muskegon High School, he wasted no time getting started, jumping right into the semi-pro baseball league in Muskegon and playing...
Marilyn Kay Willacker
Feb 2, 2026
Marilyn Kay Willacker, 89, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Christian Care Assisted Living in Muskegon. Â She was born August 13, 1936, in Muskegon, the daughter of Orville and Katherine (Jansen) Anderson.
On June 25, 1955, Marilyn married Walter Francis Willacker and they were blessed with 4 children and 62 years of marriage. Marilyn...
Lillian Grace McLachlan
Feb 1, 2026
Lillian Grace (Miller) McLachlan, 95, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. She was born Nov. 5, 1930, to Ben and Grace (King) Miller.
She married Donald Bruce McLachlan, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her four adult children, Vicki (Mick) Fulkerson, Christi Gurnoe, Bruce Kim (Carol) McLachlan and Wendi (Terry) Wooten, as...
Steven "Steve" Edward Mcclellan
Feb 1, 2026
Steven "Steve" Edward McClellan, 57, passed away unexpectedly February 1, 2026. He was born July 18, 1968, in Hart, the son of Daniel McClellan Sr. and Nancy Anderson.
Steve deeply loved his family and found great joy in the time he spent with them. He was known for his uncanny sense of humor, often making it feel...
Dale A. Lee
Feb 1, 2026
Dale A Lee, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away in his home after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer. Born on November 23, 1951, to Mary Ellen and Bernard Lee, Dale attended and graduated from Laingsburg High School in 1969. He married Julia A. Schroeder on March 4, 1972. Together, Dale and Julie raised three busy boys in their Laingsburg...
Richard Roy Bantien
Feb 1, 2026
Richard Roy Bantien of Elk Rapids, age 93, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Traverse City, MI. Born on September 14, 1932 in Armada, MI, Richard lived a long and deeply meaningful life shaped by love, family and community.
An Eastern Michigan University graduate, Richard met the love of his life, Suzanne Vaughn, while on...
Bernadette Kay Byrne
Jan 31, 2026
Bernadette Kay Byrne, known to family and friends as "Kay," was born in Huntington, Indiana, to Bernard and Norma Stambazze. She passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Kay was devoted to her family and found great joy in being a grandmother. She loved celebrating traditional holidays and could always be counted on...
Ronald Stuart Culp
Jan 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ronald Stuart Culp
January 20, 1930 – January 30, 2026
Ronald Stuart Culp, passed away peacefully in Traverse City on January 30, 2026, at the age of 96. Surrounded by his loving family, Ron left this world wrapped in the same profound love he spent a lifetime cultivating.
Ron’s journey was defined by a deep commitment to his country...
Ned Anthony Zaffino
Jan 30, 2026
Ned Anthony Zaffino, 89, of Warren PA, passed away peacefully Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Oceana County Medical Care Facility of Hart MI. He was born November 16, 1936, in Mayburg, Pennsylvania, the son of Samuel and Stella (Pisani) Zaffino.
In his early years, Ned enjoyed roller skating, camping with many friends and family, bowling, and...
Robin "Rob" Frederick Hanson
Jan 30, 2026
Robin (Rob) Frederick Hanson, 71, of Ludington, went to be with the Lord on January 30, 2026. Born in Cleveland Hts, Ohio.
Rob was a man of faith, full of love, laughter.. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him. Rob is survived...
Mary E. Haynor
Jan 29, 2026
Mary E. Haynor, 68, of Ludington, died Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Sally Faye Iles
Jan 28, 2026
Sally Faye Iles, 82, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.
A full obituary will be posted later this week.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Linda Carol Ayers
Jan 28, 2026
Linda Carol (Brown) Ayers, age 86, went to her eternal home in heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Linda was born on April 13, 1939, in Durand, Michigan. Except for a few years spent living out of state, Michigan was always her home and held her heart. Over the years, she lived in Durand, Cadillac, Flint, Ludington,...
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire
Jan 28, 2026
Richard Joseph St. Hilaire, 79, of Ludington, died Wednesday, January 28, 206, at home.
A full obituary will be post at a later date.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Gary Lee Finkbeiner
Jan 28, 2026
Gary Lee Finkbeiner, age 68, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, in his home.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Gary lived a life full of love, laughter, and purpose. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a man whose kindness, strength, and selflessness touched everyone who knew him.
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Bradley Allen Blood
Jan 27, 2026
Bradley Blood was born the youngest of five children in Honor, Michigan to Francis and Arline Blood on March 14, 1945. He loved the fact that he could say he was an Honors High School graduate. He graduated from Professional Business Institute as a Medical Laboratory Technician in 1964. On April 30, 1998, Bradley received a certificate in Hazardous Waste...
Linda Ann Bird
Jan 27, 2026
Linda Ann Bird, 69, passed away peacefully at home under the care of hospice with family nearby on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. She was born March 11, 1956, in Montague, Michigan, to Floyd and Thelma Clements.
A lifelong resident of the Montague/Whitehall area, Linda graduated from Montague High School and went on to build a remarkable 40-year...
Therese Ann Trapper
Jan 26, 2026
Therese Ann Trapper, 68, of Ludington and Whitehall, died Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Leila and Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
William "Bill" Paul Askins
Jan 25, 2026
William Paul Askins, affectionately known by his friends and family as Bill, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his home with the love of his life, Darlene, by his side. He was born May 5, 1933, in Lima, Ohio, the son of James and Helen (Betts) Askins. Among Bill's greatest accomplishments in life were his wife and four...
Donna Jean Herremans
Jan 23, 2026
Donna Jean Herremans, age 90, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026, with much love and support from her family. She was preceded in death by: her parents, Gordon and Esther (Ford) Kingsford; husband of 68 years, John Herremans; beloved son, Patrick 'Pat' Neil Herremans; and sisters, Nancy Dickinson and Francis Afton....
