Roger John Dunigan
Jul 8, 2021
Roger John Dunigan, age 81, reluctantly died in Traverse City, MI, on July 8, 2021, after an eight year fight with prostate cancer. Being a world class procrastinator, he thought he could put off his demise. Roger was born in Ionia, MI, on Jan. 27, 1940, to Gerald Dunigan and Navene Hogan. In 2011, he married the wonderful Jeanette Windsor,...
Gerald Edward Dwyer Jr.
Jul 8, 2021
Gerald Edward Dwyer Jr., 64, of Ludington, died Thursday, July 8, 2021, at Spectrum Health Ludington Hospital. He was born October 29, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Gerald and Shirley (Julian) Dwyer.
Gerald is survived by: his children, Katie and Jerry; his brothers, David (Yvonne) Dwyer, Tony (Fay) Dwyer and Terry (Doti) Mustakis; and several...
J.E. Roger Perreault
Jul 7, 2021
Joseph Edward "Roger" Perreault, 85, of Traverse City, passed away on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. He was born on September 18, 1935, in Detroit, the son of Arthur and Bernadette Perreault.
Roger was known by many names, "Bumpa" by his grandson and great-grandchildren and "Dad" by not just his own children but by those who adopted him...
Lucie Plowe Kuras
Jul 6, 2021
Lucie Plowe Kuras, 89, of Ludington, died Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Ludington Woods Assisted Living. She was born October 24, 1931, in Trimountain, Michigan, the daughter of Herman and Mary (Garnero) Recore.
Lucie grew up in Trimountain under the care of her grandparents, Gildo and Lucia Garnero. After a short period in nursing, Lucie moved to...
Carlton Lee Rivait
Jul 5, 2021
Rivait, Carlton
8/31/1932 - 7/5/2021
Twin Lake, Michigan
Carl was born on August 31, 1932 in White Cloud, MI to Frank and Veryl (MacGregor) Rivait. Carl served in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman First Class during the Korean War. He worked for the CSX Railroad as an engineer, retiring after 38...
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
