Obituary Listing

Oct 3, 2025

Lonny Alan Wright, 56, of Branch, passed away Friday, October 3, 2025, at Corewell Health Ludington Hospital.  He was born June 3, 1969, in Adrian, Michigan.

Lonny was employed as a correctional officer at The Oaks Correctional Facility in Manistee for 26 years until his medical retirement in December 2024.  Lonny was very active in fitness and...

Sep 30, 2025

Holly Cassidy Ludahl, 23, of Hesperia, passed away Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was born April 26, 2002, in Muskegon, the daughter of Frank Landino the third and Dawn Morningstar.

On April,15th,2023, Holly marred Anthony Ludahl, they were married two short years but spent six years together. They were blessed with two beautiful boys, Tristian and Bobby,...

Sep 28, 2025

Thena Christine "Christy" Alligood

January 1, 1976 – September 28, 2025

Christy Alligood, of Sault Ste. Marie, MI, passed away peacefully after a short battle with brain cancer, Sunday, September 28th, 2025.

Christy was born in Agana, Guam, January 1,1976, the daughter of Stephen Alligood and Nanette Azevedo. Christy was a devoted mother...

Sep 27, 2025

Robert "Rob" Ray Byer crossed the final finish line on September 27, 2025, at the age of 55, in Baldwin, Michigan. He leaves behind a legacy as vibrant as his passion for racing. He was born in Detroit, Michigan, on December 1, 1969.

After waving the checkered flag on his high school years at Cadillac High in...

Sep 26, 2025

Marilyn Ruth (Gundy) Tanner passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, in Hart. She was born September 5, 1928, in Muskegon, to Ralph and Fannie Gundy. She graduated from North Muskegon High School in 1946.

Marilyn married LaVerne Tanner on December 26, 1947, and they celebrated 35 years together until his passing in 1983. She then spent...

Sep 26, 2025

David M. Nelson, 87, of Montague, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born March 29, 1938, in Shelby, the son of Claire and Irene (Johnson) Nelson.

David graduated from Montague High School in 1956. After high school, he worked on his family dairy farm. Later in life, he was a truck driver in Florida and...

Sep 26, 2025

Morris (Pete) Henry Hunt, 86, of Montague, passed away Friday, September 26, 2025. He was born February 15, 1939, in Shelby, the son of Walter and Esther (Gillan) Hunt.

Pete graduated from Montague in 1957. After high school, he received his bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University in political science and mathematics. He co-owned Hunts Hardware until...

Sep 26, 2025

Helen Frances Bartlett passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on September 26, 2025, at the age of 99 years 8 months. She was born on January 22, 1926, to Harold and Dorothy (Jermin) Clark, in Northville Township, Michigan. She was baptized in Alpena, Michigan, at Trinity Episcopal Church, by her great uncle.

She grew up in...

Sep 25, 2025

Milton Ralph Arnold, 90, of Hart, entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, September 25, 2025. The son of Ralph and Julia (Robertson) Arnold, Milton actually came into this world on January 11, 1935, a "preemie baby" weighing under 3#. The doctor did not sign his birth certificate until the 12th when he realized this baby was going to...

Sep 25, 2025

Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr, 64, passed away comfortably in his home, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born June 3, 1961, the son of Roy and Charlotte (Pulsipher) McCann of Hesperia.

Jeffrey Dean McCann Sr. lived a full and active life, always bringing energy and laughter wherever he went. Known for his quick wit and endless supply...

Sep 24, 2025

James "Jim" Russel Mason, age 90, of Hart, Michigan, passed away peacefully on September 24 after a courageous battle with lung cancer and complications from a fall. He was surrounded by his loving family and is now rejoicing in the presence of his Savior.

Jim was born on May 20, 1935, in Swanton, Ohio, to Russell and...

Sep 24, 2025

Dolores Jane Smith, 85, of Muskegon, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025. She was born September 5, 1940, in Muskegon, the daughter of Joseph and Esther (Wroblewski) Lack.

Dolores graduated from Muskegon High School in 1958. After high school, she worked for Teledyne Continental Motors and then went to work for Hackley Hospital as a medical transcriptionist...

Sep 23, 2025

Larry Lee Snider, 83, of Hart, was welcomed into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus, Tuesday, September 23, 2025. He was born October 10, 1941, in Troy, Ohio, the son of Earl and Marguerite (Shroyer) Snider.

Larry grew up in Clark County, Ohio on a 500 acre grain farm near South Charleston, where his father, Earl,...

Sep 23, 2025

Bryan Wendell Griffin, 67, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at home.  He was born November 10, 1957, in Shelby, the son of George and Fern (Fessendon) Griffin.

Bryan served in the US Air Force for 8 years.  He retired in 2022 from Whitehall Industries where he had been employed for over 10 years.  In...

Sep 23, 2025

Mary Jane Crimp, 94, of Rockford, Michigan, formerly of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at StoryPoint in Rockford, Michigan. She was born November 17, 1930, in Detroit, the daughter of Lloyd Paul and Irene Edna (Hodder) Bradshaw.

On May 10, 1952, Mary Jane married the love of her life, Calvin Samuel Crimp, in Detroit,...

Sep 22, 2025

Willard Leroy "Lee" Harvey, 88, passed away unexpectedly on September 22, 2025. He was born December 29, 1936, in Dearborn, the son of Robert and Alice (Mongeau) Harvey.

Lee was a devoted member of the Elbridge Community Church, where he not only worshiped but also dedicated countless hours to volunteering and supporting the church's fundraising efforts.

Sep 20, 2025

It is with sadness we are sharing the passing of Theresa Ann Bretch, a dear wife, mother, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. Terri, 73, of Montague, passed away, Saturday, September 20, 2025. She was born December 7, 1951, the daughter of Beryl and Jack Bretch. Terri was raised by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Holt, in the Village of...

Sep 20, 2025

Anthony Myrle Smith, 43, of Muskegon, passed away Saturday, September 20, 2025. He was born February 18, 1982, in Shelby, the son of Mark Smith and Rebecca (Bennett) Snook.

Tony met his soulmate, Samantha Zoulek, whom he married on October, 19th 2024, and they spent five loving years together. They lived together in Traverse City, Lansing, and...

Sep 19, 2025

Eugene Edward Knoth, 89, of Whitehall, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025. He was born October 23, 1935, in Newaygo, the son of Erwin and Eugenia (Martin) Knoth.

Gene proudly served our country in the United States Army. After being drafted, he spent his service in Louisiana and Texas before settling in Whitehall. He received his associate...

Sep 19, 2025

Jerry Ray Shangle, 70, of Ludington, passed away peacefully Friday, September 19, 2025, at MediLodge of Ludington.  He was born July 5, 1955, in Ludington, the son of Waldon and Grace (Fogarty) Shangle.

Jerry retired from Harsco Rail where he had been employed for over 20 years.  In his spare time Jerry enjoyed riding motorcycles, sailing, and...