Judy Joy Golden
Jul 4, 2021
Judy Joy Golden, 79, of Muskegon, passed away July 4, 2021. She was born July 7, 1941, in Hesperia, the daughter of Clayton and Velda (Eddy) Maynard.
Judy enjoyed knitting, quilting, gardening, and spending time with her kids and grandkids.
Judy is survived by: her loving husband, David Golden Sr.; children, Steve (Dar) Golden, Bob...
Dennis Allen Carter
Jul 4, 2021
Dennis Allen Carter, 62, of Grand Haven, passed away Sunday, July 4, 2021. He was born November 9, 1958, in Grand Haven, the son of James and Shirley (DuShane) Carter.
Dennis proudly served his country in the US Armed Forces. He enjoyed fishing and riding his motorcycle, and was a member of, and rode with, The Forgotten...
Alice Cloutier
Jul 3, 2021
Alice Cloutier, 84, of Ludington, died Saturday, July 3, 2021, at home. She was born April 16, 1937, in Manistee, the daughter of Michael and Celia (Ozga) Jankowski.
Alice was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who enjoyed reading, knitting, crocheting, playing cards and games. Most of all, she enjoyed being a "social butterfly"...
Timothy Robert Allen
Jul 3, 2021
Timothy Robert Allen passed away on July 3, 2021, at his home in Twin Lake. Tim was a devoted father to three daughters, Shanna Swears, Tara Allen, and Chelsey Allen. He is also survived by: his two brothers, Donald Allen and Richard Allen; his mother, Darlaine; and many other beloved family members and friends. Tim grew up in Muskegon County...
Patrick Dennis Murphy
Jul 3, 2021
Patrick Dennis Murphy, 67, of Kingsley, died Friday, July 3, 2021, at his home. He was born September 11, 1953, in Detroit, the son of James and Elsie (Haiser) Murphy.
Patrick worked as a social worker for Community Mental Health, creating many lasting and meaningful relationships with colleagues and clients alike. He truly loved his work and...
Robert "Bob" Charles Hartson Jr.
Jul 1, 2021
Robert "Bob" Charles Hartson Jr., 81, of Montague, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021, at his home. He was born November 15, 1939, in Watertown, New York, the son of Robert Sr. and Alice (Powers) Hartson. Bob was a retired US Marine, restaurant owner, and published numerous poems and novels.
Bob is survived by: his wife of...
Joan Lee Winton
Jul 1, 2021
Joan Lee Winton, 87, of Interlochen, Michigan, formerly of Fountain Hills, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at French Manor LaFranier, in Traverse City, Michigan, with her daughter by her side. She was born January 28, 1934, in Gibson City, Illinois, the daughter of Edwin and Irene (Finn) Wilkening.
With her husband, Mel, Joan...
Lois Mae Hildebrandt
Jul 1, 2021
Lois Mae Hildebrandt, 92, of Whitehall, passed away Thursday, July 1, 2021. She was born April 16, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Oscar and Grace (Druth) Berg.
Lois was a dedicated and hardworking mother of five. She previously managed Lakeview Rooms, which is now currently the Lewis House, situated on South Mears Avenue in Whitehall....
Barbara Ann Pettit
Jun 29, 2021
Barbara Ann Pettit, 80, of Ludington, died Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at SKLD of Muskegon. She was born September 26, 1940, in Standish, Michigan, the youngest of six children born to George and Emily (Sheffield) Barshaw.
Barbara retired in 2007 from Foster Elementary School where she was employed for over 20 years as an aide on the...
Thomas A. Coleman
Jun 29, 2021
Thomas A. Coleman 85, of Ludington, Michigan, passed away on June 29, 2021, at home.
Tom was born at home in Ludington on September 13, 1935, the son of Louis Alexander and Grace (Gustafson) Coleman. He grew up in Ludington, played football for the Orioles and graduated from Ludington High School in 1953 as Valedictorian. He graduated...
Allen Jack Van Putten
Jun 26, 2021
Allen Jack Van Putten, 77, unexpectedly joined the love of his life, Sharon Van Putten, in Heaven, on Saturday, June 26, 2021. Allen was born February 14, 1944, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the son of Jacob and Marie Van Putten.
Allen graduated from Grand Rapids Christian High School and attended Calvin College until he met and married...
Josephine "Dodie" Mae Schmuckal
Jun 25, 2021
Josephine "Dodie" Mae Schmuckal, 86, of Kingsley, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, June 25, 2021, at home with her family by her side. She was born January 9, 1935, in Frankfort, the daughter of Clifford and Esther (Cozart) Peckham.
With her late husband, John, Dodie owned and operated Schmuckal Rentals. In her spare...
William Eugene Fargo
Jun 24, 2021
William Eugene Fargo, 71, of Grand Rapids, died Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Valley View Care Center in Grand Rapids. He was born April 28, 1950, in Monet, Missouri, the son of Milo and Rita (Wagner) Fargo.
William was a graduate of Mason County Eastern High School.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at...
Edith Caroline Smith-Kokx
Jun 22, 2021
Edith Caroline (Lynn) Smith-Kokx, 99, of Pentwater, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021. She was born December 13, 1921, in Pentwater, the daughter of Everett and Carrie (Freeland) Lynn.
During the war, Edith worked at Continental Motors in Muskegon. Â She enjoyed sewing, quilting, and playing shuffleboard.
Edith is survived by: her children, Dennis (Mary Ann)...
Gerrit George Taylor
Jun 21, 2021
Gerrit George Taylor, 69, of Grawn, died Monday, June 21, 2021.
No services will be held.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Rickie Thomas Moneyhun Jr.
Jun 21, 2021
Rickie Thomas Moneyhun Jr., 39, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021. He was born June 11, 1982, in Hammond, Louisiana, the son of Rickie Sr. and Betty Lou (Burgess) Moneyhun.
Rickie was an avid sports fan. Some of his favorite teams were the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Red Wings, Muskegon Lumberjacks, and various college teams, but...
Rita Crescenzi
Jun 21, 2021
Rita Crescenzi, 88, of Ludington, died Monday, June 21, 2021, at Oakview Medical Care Facility in Ludington. She was born April 14, 1933, in Orvieto, Italy, the daughter of Julio and Niera (Ivaldi) Beribe.
Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Pere Marquette Chapel,...
Dora Ann Smith
Jun 19, 2021
Dora Ann Smith, 61, of Indian River, died Saturday, June 19, 2021, at MediLodge of Ludington. She was born June 6, 1960, in Clare, Michigan, the daughter of Charles and Joan (Drake) Smith.
Dora is survived by: her children George (Susan) Miske, Anastasia (Chris) Ryder, C.W. Miske, and Angel (Josh)Thrush; her grandchildren, Hannah, Leah, William, Makenzie, Zander,...
James Lee Carstens
Jun 18, 2021
James Lee Carstens, 83, of Kewadin, died Friday, June 18, 2021.
No services will be held.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
www.beaconfh.com
Lawrence Lee Mousseau
Jun 18, 2021
Lawrence "Larry" Mousseau, age 76, of Traverse City, MI was at Munson Medical Center when he peacefully passed through the veil of life and went to his eternal home on June 18, 2021. Larry was born on July 3, 1944, in Kinde, MI, to the late Nelson E. and Arla M. (Chapdelaine) Mousseau. He graduated from North Huron High...
