Obituary Listing

Oct 3, 2021

On Sunday, October 3, 2021, Michael Lee Oszust passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was 45 years old.

After graduating from Ludington High School, Michael found enjoyment in over-the-road truck driving and most recently he was employed by Whitehall Industries.

He was a lover of the great outdoors. He enjoyed hunting and boating,...

Oct 3, 2021

Jacqueline Jean Wiggins, 89, of Muskegon, passed away Sunday, October 3, 2021, at her home. She was born April 18, 1932, in Grawn, the daughter of Louis C. and Irene (Newburn) Barnard.

Jacqueline was a member of the Don Rea VFW #8846, where her and her family volunteered often. She also enjoyed playing bingo, going to the...

Oct 1, 2021

Jerry Lynn Evans, 71, of Traverse City, died Friday, October 1, 2021.

Services will be held at a later date.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Oct 1, 2021

Jerry Lynn Evans, 71, of Traverse City, formerly of Wellston, died Friday, October 1, 2021.

Private services have been held.

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

www.beaconfh.com

Oct 1, 2021

Richard R. "Dick" Snyder, 88, of North Muskegon, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 1, 2021. He was born December 19, 1932, in Whitley County, Indiana, to Harry and Emma (Rupley) Snyder. He moved to the area in 1957, following the marriage to his first wife, Vera M. Buckley. On July 3, 1970, he married...

Sep 30, 2021

Cheri Marie Gerhart, 71, left the world in the same way that she occupied it, quietly and peacefully.  Cheri was born in Muskegon, Michigan, to Walter and Marguerite (Nastase) Jones.  Cheri was in the middle of her siblings, Walter Jones and Rosemarie Lee, who describe her as "the good one."  She married the love of her life, James Gerhart,...

Sep 28, 2021

Jerry James Stage, 75, of Mears, Michigan, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021.  He was born on January 12, 1946, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the son of Paul and Viola (Anderson) Stage.  Jerry married the love of his life Catherine (Wright) Stage on June 9, 1970 in Dearborn Heights, Michigan.

Jerry was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the...

Sep 28, 2021

Bruce Ray Uhl Coulson, 31, of Montague, passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021. He was born January 11, 1990, in Grand Rapids.

Bruce enjoyed watching wrestling and gameshows, especially Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, and Whammy – Press Your Luck.

Bruce is survived by: his father, Bruce Uhl, Sr.; sisters, Ashley (Justis) VanVleet and Robbin (Tom...

Sep 28, 2021

Phyllis Ann (Gorenflo) Peters, 74, of Hart, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, September 28, 2021. She was born on February 6, 1947, in Hart, the daughter of Jesse and Mary (Clark) Gorenflo.

She loved gardening, riding ATVs, hanging out with friends, and being in nature.

Phyllis is survived by: children, Karen Lynn (Ward) Shinedecker...

Sep 27, 2021

Wayne Mikeal Barker, 60, of Rothbury, passed away Monday, September 27, 2021. He was born November 27, 1960, in Muskegon, the son of George and Lucille (McGahan) Barker.

In accordance with Wayne's wishes, cremation has taken place and services will not be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is...

Sep 27, 2021

Beth Anne Garlock, 56, passed away September 27, 2021, at her home in Muskegon, Michigan.  She was born June 1, 1965, in Hart, Michigan to Linda Pangburn who resides in Muskegon.

Beth graduated from Mona Shores High School in 1983, and worked at Herman Miller as a gifted welder and machine operator for 23 years.

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Sep 26, 2021

Jerry Lee Culley, 75, of Hart, died Sunday, September 26, 2021, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.  He was born June 12, 1946, in Wyandotte, Michigan, the son of Howard and Maude (Hughes) Culley.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in...

Sep 26, 2021

Merry Christine Farmer, 81, of Whitehall, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2021. She was born December 24, 1939, in Mancelona, the daughter of Hubert and Laura (Taylor) Bengtson.  She resided in North Muskegon and Hart, before moving to Whitehall in 1995.

Merry graduated from the Hackley Hospital School of Nursing, working as a Registered Nurse for 10...

Sep 25, 2021

Sandy Hawley, 77, of Hart, passed away Saturday, September 25, 2021.

Sandy was a warm, loving, caring person who truly loved her family, and cherished the many friends she had. She was always concerned about everyone she knew, and enjoyed baking and delivering warm rolls to someone every chance she could.

Sandy also enjoyed the...

Sep 24, 2021

Anthony Hall Berry, 75, of Traverse City, passed away on September 24, 2021, after a long illness. He was born on November 23, 1945, to Martin and Mary Ann (Hall) Berry in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Tony grew up in Southern California and spent his early twenties traveling the country as a VISTA Volunteer. A lifelong student...

Sep 23, 2021

Jacob G. Anderson, 66, of Elk Rapids, died unexpectedly September 23, 2021.

He was born September 7, 1935, the son of John and Alvena (Miller) Anderson.  He attended and graduated from Elk Rapids High School where he was a football player.

Jacob was an over the road trucker for many years, as well as a...

Sep 19, 2021

Caroline Susan Dixon passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 19, 2021, and is "free at last" after a long struggle with cancer. She was born in the small community of Blue Lick, Ohio, where her parents, Gladys and Paul, owned a grocery store.

She was a cheerleader for the football team in her high school as well...

Sep 19, 2021

Sylvia Ann (Heyboer) Cargill, of Elk Rapids Michigan, passed away peacefully in her home on September 19, 2021, at age 78 surrounded by her family.

Sylvia was born in Grand Rapids, to Gilbert and Norma (Dabakey) Heyboer.  She graduated from Ottawa Hills High School and went on to marry Thomas N. Cargill at East Congregational Church in...

Sep 19, 2021

Joann Rose Mayer peacefully went to the embrace of our Lord this 19 th day of September, 2021.  Being on our beloved Torch Lake since 1960, She enjoyed 72 years of marriage with her husband Jack (Myron John) whom predeceased her on October 6 th , 2019.  Joann was born in Merrill, Michigan, where she graduated with her high...

Sep 15, 2021

Sue A. Allende, 90, of Hart, formerly of Lake Wales, Florida, died Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Cherry Blossom Manor in Hart.  She was born September 25, 1930, in Shelby, the daughter of Larry and Ethel (Ward) Henry.

Sue grew up in Shelby and married Ted Hodges, Jr. in 1951. They were married for 40 years until...