Obituary Listing

Sep 15, 2021

Gerald Eugene Heydenberk, 84, of Pentwater, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at his home. He was born January 22, 1937, in Hart, the son of Ray and Edith (Hazen) Heydenberk.

Gerald served his country in the US Army, being stationed at Fort Knox in Kentucky, attending the Naval School of Music in Washington DC, and Fort...

Sep 15, 2021

Jay Edward Conklin, 68, of New Era, passed away Wednesday September 15, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born December 28, 1952, in Hart, the son of Herb and Ida Mae (McGahan) Conklin. Jay spent his youth in and around the Walkerville/Bitely area and loved working on the farm. Jay was a proud 30 year...

Sep 15, 2021

Gene Alan Herrygers, 62, of Mears, passed away Wednesday, September 15, 2021. He was born July 7, 1959, in Hart, the son of Herbert and Janet (Skinner) Herrygers.

Gene was a graduate of Hart High School, Class of 1977, and furthered his education at Michigan State University. He enjoyed golfing and fishing.

Gene is survived...

Sep 14, 2021

John "Rick" Frederick Quick, 71, of Pentwater, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Mercy Health Mercy Campus in Muskegon.  He was born February 7, 1950, in Portland, Indiana, the son of James and Gloria (Glenn) Quick.

Rick served stateside in the US Marine Corps during Vietnam, and was a member of the VFW.

Rick worked...

Sep 14, 2021

Tomalin Kay Ford, also affectionately known by her family and friends as "Tyke" or "Tommy," passed away Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at her home in Whitehall, at the age of 83. She was born May 12, 1938, the daughter of Thomas and Margaret (Clark) Branch.

Tomalin is survived by: her sister, Marilyn Johnson; and numerous nieces and...

Sep 13, 2021

The Lord called Janice Ann Ruedisale home on September 13, 2021, after a brief illness. She was born September 30, 1954, to John and Marilyn Sexson. Janice married Patrick (Pokey) Ruedisale on August 5, 1977, until his death in 2011. Jan and Pokey will now celebrate together forever.

Janice graduated from J.W. Sexton High School in Lansing,...

Sep 13, 2021

Bruce Barrett, 57, unexpectedly passed away at his home in Grawn, Michigan, Monday, September 13, 2021. Bruce was born July 29, 1964, to the late Thomas Ray and Vera Barrett (York) in Royal Oak, Michigan. Bruce enjoyed many things, including cooking, Detroit Lions, U of M, hunting, fishing, Scrabble and corny jokes. Most of all, Bruce enjoyed watching his children...

Sep 11, 2021

Robert "Bob" Earl Darke, 46, of Rothbury, died Saturday, September 11, 2021, at home.  He was born May 11, 1975, in Shelby, the son of William and Nancy (Jefferies) Darke Sr.

Bob served in the US NAVY and was honorably discharged in 2001. Bob worked doing lawn care and snow removal in the Rothbury/Montague area for several...

Sep 8, 2021

Daryl Gene Hoeksema, 77, of Montague, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021. He was born January 10, 1944, in Muskegon, the son of Joseph and Katherine (Balkema) Hoeksema.

Hoek was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, nature, and was a farmer in the area. He and his wife, Joyce, were members of Ferry Memorial Reformed Church,...

Sep 8, 2021

Rita Sue Yeck, 85, of Ludington, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.  She was born December 21, 1935, in Ithaca, New York, the daughter of Laurence and Dorothy (Lynch) Erne.

Rita was employed as a secretary by Dow Chemical, Ludington Memorial Hospital, Stokeley Cannery, and Ludington Savings and Loan.

Rita...

Sep 7, 2021

John Harvey Gilligan, 87, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital.  He was born July 30, 1934, in Ludington, the son of John and Mary Emma (Grimes) Gilligan.  John married his high school sweetheart, Margie Bashaw, on October 16, 1954.

John started out working at the Chevrolet Garage in Ludington for...

Sep 5, 2021

Richard Wayne Gorenflo, 38, of Walkerville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 5, 2021.

Rick was a hard worker who always made sure everyone around him was taken care of before worrying about himself. He was not concerned about material possessions; he was a simple man. Rick was employed as a Quality Supervisor at Arbre Farms, and...

Sep 5, 2021

Rhonda Lee Zeedyk, 58, of Twin Lake, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021. She was born December 24, 1962, in Muskegon.

Rhonda had many hobbies, including bingo, cooking with her grandkids, and crafting. She was skilled at sculpting clay and drawing, her favorite subject being sunflowers. Rhonda was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister who loved spending...

Sep 5, 2021

Billy Ray Roberts Jr., 56, of Romulus, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Beaumont Hospital Wayne.  He was born October 9, 1964, in Birmingham, Alabama, the son of Billy Ray Sr. and Mae (Peoples) Roberts.

Billy was currently employed by Prospect Airline Services at Detroit Metro Airport, where he was loved and respected; he will...

Sep 4, 2021

Ellen Jean Moore, 96, of Ludington, died Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Ludington Woods Living Center.  She was born September 10, 1924, in Avondale Township, Osceola County, Michigan.  She spent her early years, along with her 7 brothers and sisters, on the family farm.  She was a member of the Evart High School class of 1942.

During...

Sep 4, 2021

Elizabeth "Betsy" Beldock, 43, passed away September 4, 2021, after a lengthy illness.  She was born in 1978 to Robert and Mary (Masters) Zimmerman.  In 1988, Betsy moved with her mother and sister to Ludington, Michigan.  She graduated from Ludington High School in 1996, and then went on to earn a bachelor's degree from Calvin College.

While...

Sep 2, 2021

Iola Edith Hall, 78, of Traverse City, passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021.

A full obituary will be posted soon.

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

Sep 2, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of my mother, Janice Kay Filley, on Thursday, September 2, 2021. She was born in Grand Haven, lived in Ann Arbor, and recently in Whitehall. Her parents were Ernest and Dorothy Filley, also born in Grand Haven.

Janice was a fiercely independent woman, an artist, avid reader,...

Sep 1, 2021

Brandon Michael Finnila, 40, of Kingsley, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.

Brandon wasn't afraid of hard work and was currently employed by A-1 Professional Tree Service where he was a tree trimmer.  He was a simple guy who enjoyed having a good time with family and friends, cracking jokes, telling stories, and enjoying a...

Aug 31, 2021

Charles Luther Haydon Sr., 80, of Traverse City, died Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

In keeping with his wishes, no services will be held.

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

www.beaconfh.com