Walene Lillian Pieske
Sep 22, 2026
Walene Pieske, 88, passed away leaving a legacy of family and community connection.
Born on August 9, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, to Walter and Francis, she was raised in the city and graduated from Lane Technical High School. During her school years, she co-founded a social club with her peers known as the Vixens, maintaining those friendships throughout her life.
She married Edward...
Loren Dale Hesley
Oct 25, 2026
Loren Dale Hesley, 85, passed peacefully on to a better, perfect place on Friday, September 25th, 2026, at the family home on Cherry Avenue near Kewadin.
Dale was born February 3rd, 1941 in Traverse City, Michigan to Paul Robert & Grace Julia (Christensen) Hesley. Shortly after his birth they moved to Michigan City, Indiana to be near his mothers’ family, the...
James Richard Boardwell Jr.
Oct 7, 2026
James Richard Boardwell Jr., Age 78, of Muskegon, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was a 1966 graduate of Montague High School and a United States Navy Vietnam veteran.
He found joy on the golf course and enjoyed time with his family, friends, and church members. His infectious laughter and endless supply of jokes brought joy...
Mario Pineda
Oct 7, 2026
Mario Pineda, 57, of Rothbury, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2026. He was born August 22, 1969, in Shelby, the son of David and Darlene (Pego) Pineda.
On 10/11/2012, Mario married Franki Long (Wicks), and together they spent 26 loving years together. Mario loved his family and always lite up whenever kids were around.
Mario graduated from Montague High School. After high...
Roger Alan Jorissen
Oct 6, 2026
Roger Jorissen, age 76, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away at home on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. He was born July 22, 1950, in Hart, Michigan, to John and Nellie (Arnouts) Jorissen.
Roger served in the United States Army in Berlin, Germany. After returning home from military service, he met Jean Raymond of Walkerville. They were married on October 21, 1972, and...
John Karl Schmidt
Oct 4, 2026
8/17/55 -10/4/2026
Our amazing John has made his final journey.
Born in Hollywood Florida, he made his home in the Ft. Myers Florida area. He worked in the construction industry as a successful truss manager at a local lumber company. He was not only an effective leader, but also a friend and mentor to many an employee. John retired in 2010 and...
Robert Ernest Robbins
Oct 3, 2026
Robert Ernest Robbins, 80, of Montague, passed away Saturday, October 3, 2026, after a long and hard-fought battle with Lymphoma. He was born August 25, 1946, in Jackson, the son of Robert K. and Ellie (Calbeck) Robbins.
He graduated from Jackson High school in 1964. He joined the Marines at 17 years old, it was his dream to be a Marine...
Carol Ann Peschke
Oct 2, 2026
Carol Ann Peschke, of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026, at the age of 85.
Carol was born to Anthony and Virginia Peschke on June 2, 1941. She was reared with a younger brother and sister in Inglewood, California, where she attended St. Anselm Grammar School and Bishop Conaty High School, graduating in 1959.
In August 1959, Carol...
Malene Joyce LeVee
Sep 28, 2026
Malene Joyce LeVee, 82, of Ludington, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026, at home. She was born June 20, 1944 in Los Angeles, California.
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Malene spent most of her life loving and caring for others. Most of her adult life was spent running a daycare in her home spreading her love to all of...
Gregory Allan Butzer
Sep 28, 2026
Gregory Allan Butzer, 61, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, September 28, 2026, at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born November 6, 1964, in Muskegon, the son of Jerry and Carol (Loy) Butzer.
On October 6, 1990, Greg married Marsha Goerbig. His professional career was with Howmet Aerospace, in progressive roles including Engineering, Supervision, and Manufacturing Management.
Greg’s passions were...
Lucus Jerry Werkema-Grondsma
Sep 27, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lucus Jerry Werkema-Grondsma
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lucus Jerry Werkema-Grondsma, age 18, a beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend.
Though only 18 years old, Lucus lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and genuine connection. He had a fearless spirit and was never afraid to take on a challenge...
Barbara Van Jareo
Sep 27, 2026
Barbara Van (Halverson) Jareo
November 3, 1942 – September 27, 2026
Barbara “Barb” Van (Halverson) Jareo was a warm, loving, and generous woman whose life was centered around her family, her community, and helping others. She had a giving heart, a creative spirit, and an energy that kept her always on the go.
Barb was born on November 3, 1942, in Ludington, Michigan....
Mary Funke Kaminski
Sep 26, 2026
Mary (Leone) Funke Kaminski passed away on September 26, 2026. She was 90 years old. She is survived by her husband, Edward; her brothers, Donald and Richard; her sister, GeorgeAnn; her children, Ann (husband, TJ), Mark (wife, Christine), and Paul; and her grandchildren, Madigan, Warren, Ronan, Griffin, and Gretchen.
Born 1936 in Sioux City, IA, Mary was number two in a...
Sylvia Jane Cole
Sep 26, 2026
Sylvia Jane Cole
September 21, 1930 – September 26, 2026
The family of Sylvia Cole of Elk Rapids is saddened to announce her passing on September 26, 2026, at the age of 96.
When her daughters were young, Sylvia served for many years as a Brownie and Girl Scout leader. A talented seamstress, she loved to sew, making dresses for her granddaughters and...
Loren Dale Hesley
Sep 25, 2026
Loren Dale Hesley, 85, passed peacefully on to a better, perfect place on Friday, September 25th, 2026, at the family home on Cherry Avenue near Kewadin.
Dale was born February 3rd, 1941 in Traverse City, Michigan to Paul Robert & Grace Julia (Christensen) Hesley. Shortly after his birth they moved to Michigan City, Indiana to be near his mothers’ family, the...
Alan Hubbard Nichols
Sep 25, 2026
Alan Hubbard Nichols passed away at the age of 82 on Friday, September 25, 2026. In his final days, he was surrounded by his close family and many visitors.
Alan was born on April 8, 1944, to Vera and John Nichols in Oneida, New York. Alan lived most of his adult life in Michigan and moved to Ludington, Michigan with his...
Ethan Bradley Vanderberg
Sep 24, 2026
Ethan Bradley Vanderberg
The world lost a bright light when Ethan Vanderberg, 23, was taken from us suddenly on September 24, 2026, due to a tragic vehicle accident while enroute to his cabin.
Ethan graduated with high honors from Mona Shores High School, where he spent four years in the marching band. Even then, he was making things happen. He started Logical...
Johnaine Ann Gurzynski
Sep 23, 2026
Johnaine Gurzynski, a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, and dedicated community servant, passed away unexpectantly in the arms of her husband and love of her life.
Johnaine was the beloved wife of Tom Gurzynski for 47 years, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, friendship, adventure, and commitment. Together they built a life centered on family, community, and simple...
Bernadine "Toni" Helen Baker
Sep 22, 2026
Bernadine “Toni” Baker, 87, passed away in Traverse City, Michigan, on September 22, 2026. Toni was born on October 21,1938, in Detroit Michigan to Bernard and Adeline Goodnough.
Growing up, Toni was known as a tom boy, she would often stick up for her brothers when they got in fights and was not afraid to throw a punch. This earned her...
Irene Wagner
Sep 21, 2026
Irene Wagner passed away peacefully at the age of 98 after living a very blessed life. She was married for 62 years to the love of her life, Bernie, and was an amazing wife and mother whose life was defined by her clever wit, lively spirit, and selfless devotion to the people she loved.
Those who knew Irene will remember her...
