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Richard Wayne Gorenflo
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...
Rhonda Lee Zeedyk
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...
Billy Ray Roberts Jr.
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...
Ellen Jean Moore
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...
Elizabeth "Betsy" Beldock
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...
Iola Edith Hall
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.
Janice Kay Filley
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,...
Brandon Michael Finnila
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...
Charles Luther Haydon Sr.
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
Raymond Lee Croff
Aug 30, 2021
Raymond Lee Croff, 71, of Hart, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at his home. He was born February 12, 1950, in Fremont, the son of George and Berniece (Harter) Croff.
Ray was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, and working on cars. He was also a craftsman, skilled in woodworking, and later in life,...
Ernest Edwin Lattin
Aug 30, 2021
Ernest Edwin Lattin, a lifelong resident of Oceana County, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at the age of 89. He was born October 11, 1931, in Hesperia, the son of Otto and Mary (McGill) Lattin.
Ernie proudly served his country in the US Army, was a veteran of the Korean War, and was a member of...
Duanne Albright
Aug 29, 2021
Duanne "Dewey" Albright passed away at his home on August 29, 2021, at age 64. He was born to Duanne and Jantina Albright on January 27, 1957, in Three Rivers, Michigan. He graduated from Mendon High School in 1975. Duanne married his wife, Joy Albright (Hoopfer), whom he absolutely adored, on Oct 26,1990. They made their home together in Elk...
Liesa Kay Davila
Aug 29, 2021
Liesa Kay Davila, 52, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021. She was born October 30, 1968, in Detroit, the daughter of Joe and Linda (Jeffries) Davila.
Liesa was a free spirit who loved nature, crystals and rocks, and caring for her plants. She also enjoyed crafting with metals, soaps, glass, and anything she could turn...
Michael Wayne Spencer
Aug 29, 2021
Michael Wayne "Mikey" Spencer, 57, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021. He was born November 26, 1963, in Clearwater, Florida, the son of Charles and Elaine (nee Endfinger) Spencer.
Mikey enjoyed golf, Detroit Tigers Baseball, and loved being around people. In his younger days he was a software engineer, but his passion was cooking. Most of his...
Laura Ann Weathers
Aug 28, 2021
Laura Ann Kelderhouse-Weathers, born September 5, 1949, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 28, 2021. She passed away peacefully in her sleep.
Laura was a lifelong resident of the Traverse City area, born and raised. She was the daughter of Thomas and Venetia Kelderhouse.
Laura worked and was a proud member of the...
Cheryl Ann Corpe
Aug 27, 2021
Cheryl Ann Corpe, 66, of Traverse City, died Friday, August 27, 2021, at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. She was born December 4, 1954, in Traverse City, the daughter of Alfred and Dora (O'Neal) Kaley.
Cheryl was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and caregiver to many. She enjoyed quiet moments spent watching the birds. She showed...
Galen "Bill" Rex Dunn
Aug 27, 2021
Galen Rex "Bill" Dunn, 89, of Hart, passed away Friday, August 27, 2021, at his home. He was born October 27, 1931, in Hancock County, Kentucky, the son of James and Lillian (Johnson) Dunn.
Bill served his country in the US Army, and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was a boilermaker by trade and...
Ruth V. Cady
Aug 26, 2021
Ruth Vivian Cady, 93, of Traverse City, passed away Thursday, August 26, 2021.
She was a wife, homemaker, and mother. Ruth was born on April 5, 1928. In 1948, she married Richard Cady, and together they shared their lives together until his passing.
She was a very giving person, and loved making quilts, and doing...
Carolyn Jane Jones
Aug 25, 2021
Carolyn Jane Jones, 94, of Whitehall, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021. She was born October 12, 1926, in Belding, the daughter of Sylvester Sr. and Cora (Richard) Dehn.
Carolyn was a Registered Nurse who enjoyed caring for others; formerly working at Mercy Health, in Muskegon, and White Ledge Nursing Home, in Whitehall. She was a nine...
Joseph S. Gorzynski
Aug 24, 2021
Joseph S. Gorzynski, age 88, of Ludington, passed away Tuesday morning, August 24, 2021. He was born October 10, 1932, in Scottville, Michigan, the son of Frank and Sophie (Unitus) Gorzynski. Joe served in the U.S. Navy and married Dottie S. (Reinberg) on September 26, 1959, at St. Simon Catholic Church, Ludington. He worked as a Steward for the Chesapeake...

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