Obituary Listing

Feb 15, 2026

Donald Edward Allen, 63, of Scottville, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at his home. He was born June 26, 1962, in Muskegon, the son of Robert and Darlene (Pierce) Allen.

Don was a 1981 graduate of Fremont High School. He was employed as a die cast machinist for many years with Grand Haven Custom Molding before retirement. Don loved spending...

Feb 15, 2026

With a heart full of kindness and a life dedicated to others, Kimberly Renee Hornacek, age 69, began her journey home on February 15th, 2026, to rest in the loving arms of our Lord. She passed away peacefully beside her children, where she always felt most at home. Having been greeted by those who had passed before her brought her...

Feb 15, 2026

Jacqueline Lee (Croft)(Carmean) Yaunke, 88, of Montague, passed away February 15, 2026. She was born April 15, 1937, in Muskegon, the daughter of Raymond and Nita (Black) Croft.

Jacqueline is survived by: her daughters, Wanda Carmean, Wendy (Tim) Bloem, and Suzanne (Ted) Cooper; her daughter-in-law, Kelly Carmean; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her husbands, Jack Carmean...

Feb 14, 2026

Hope Judith McClernan, 77, of Hart, formerly of Hesperia, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was born February 27, 1948, in Fremont, the daughter of Lyle and Joan (Gleason) Snyder.

Hope was employed with Gerber Products Company for over 15 years, working in the lab. Following retirement, she moved to Tombstone, Arizona, to care for her father. She lived there...

Feb 11, 2026

Richard John French passed away peacefully in Whitehall, Michigan, on February 11, 2026. He was 69 years old.

He was born in Aurora, Colorado, on June 7, 1956, at Fitzsimons Army Hospital. John, as he was known, was the firstborn son of Richard (“Dick”) French and Suzanne French. Shortly after his birth, the family returned to Michigan, settling in Coldwater, where...

Feb 10, 2026

Irving Victor Cryderman, 68, of Whitehall, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Trinity Health in Muskegon. Born on July 22, 1957, in Muskegon, he was the cherished son of Lynn and Beverly (Hansen) Cryderman.

Irving was a dedicated entrepreneur, having owned and operated Irving's Restaurants in North Muskegon, Whitehall, and Fremont for 15 years. He later enjoyed a successful...

Feb 9, 2026

David Charles Bradley Sr., age 83, of Fremont, Michigan, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 9, 2026.

David was born in Vestaburg, Michigan on December 16, 1942, to Ernest and Emma (Follett) Bradley. He met Gertrude Belke in Grand Rapids 1962. They shared 62 years of marriage.

In 1975, Dave and Gert purchased 7 Mile Inn in Bridgeton. They served...

Feb 7, 2026

On July 12, 1956 Gary Zalewski was born to Tadeusz Zalewski and Irene Marzec. He passed Saturday morning February 7th 2026. He now joins his parents in eternal rest.

Gary was a proud union member in the Chicagoland area and retired to his beloved land in beautiful UP Michigan. An avid fisherman and hunter he lived his life fully with a...

Feb 6, 2026

Beverly Jean Clous, 88 of Traverse City, entered into the presence of the Lord on Friday February 6, 2026 at Munson Hospice House in Traverse City.  She was born November 9, 1937 in Detroit, the daughter of Melvin and Edna (Jacks) Kroetsch.  On September 27, 1958 Beverly married August John Clous who preceded her in death on March 4,...

Feb 6, 2026

Shirley Mae Kroll, 90, of Montague, died Friday, February 6, 2026, at Regency at Fremont.  She was born January 25, 1936, in Warren Township, Michigan, the daughter of Harry and Olive (Bacon) Smith.

Shirley worked as a cashier at Wesco for 20 years until her retirement in 2008.  In her spare time, Shirley enjoyed reading and crocheting.  Most of all Shirley...

Feb 5, 2026

PMKelly Lynn Gamble Robert, age 64, passed away on February 5, 2026. She was born on January 5, 1962, in Detroit, Michigan, to Robert (Bud) and Sandra Gamble, and was raised in Clarkston, Michigan, where she attended Clarkston Community Schools. She later made her home in Lake Ann, Michigan.

Following high school, Kelly proudly served her country in the United States...

Feb 5, 2026

Joyce Elaine Wagner, 78, passed away peacefully February 5, 2026. She was born December 17, 1947, the daughter of Gustave and Erma Johnson.

Joyce's greatest joy in life was her family, to whom she was deeply devoted—especially her grandchildren. She showed her love in countless ways, often through her sewing, a talent she cherished in her free...

Feb 5, 2026

Charlotte Marie Betka, 95, of Ludington, died Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Grace Valley Assisted Living in Kalamazoo.  She was born March 2, 1930, in Ludington.

Charlotte grew up in Ludington and graduated from St. Simon High School.  She then attended Mercy Central School of Nursing in Grand Rapids, followed by Wayne State University where she earned...

Feb 3, 2026

On October 4, 1943 Michael Harry Anderson was the fourth of five children born to Walter Jerald Anderson and Florence Marie Lavin. He passed peacefully Tuesday morning 3 Feb 2026 with his loving wife of 12 years by his side. He now joins his siblings and parents in eternal rest. Michael enlisted in the US Navy following high school...

Feb 3, 2026

Harold Ralph Kempker, 87, passed away peacefully February 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born September 3, 1938, the son of Harold and Viola (Venksy) Kempker.

Harold spent his life in motion. After graduating from Muskegon High School, he wasted no time getting started, jumping right into the semi-pro baseball league in Muskegon and playing...

Feb 2, 2026

Marilyn Kay Willacker, 89, of Whitehall, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026, at Christian Care Assisted Living in Muskegon.  She was born August 13, 1936, in Muskegon, the daughter of Orville and Katherine (Jansen) Anderson.

On June 25, 1955, Marilyn married Walter Francis Willacker and they were blessed with 4 children and 62 years of marriage. Marilyn...

Feb 1, 2026

Lillian Grace (Miller) McLachlan, 95, of Elk Rapids, Michigan, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 1, 2026. She was born Nov. 5, 1930, to Ben and Grace (King) Miller.

She married Donald Bruce McLachlan, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her four adult children, Vicki (Mick) Fulkerson, Christi Gurnoe, Bruce Kim (Carol) McLachlan and Wendi (Terry) Wooten, as...

Feb 1, 2026

Steven "Steve" Edward McClellan, 57, passed away unexpectedly February 1, 2026. He was born July 18, 1968, in Hart, the son of Daniel McClellan Sr. and Nancy Anderson.

Steve deeply loved his family and found great joy in the time he spent with them. He was known for his uncanny sense of humor, often making it feel...

Feb 1, 2026

Dale A Lee, of Pentwater, Michigan, passed away in his home after a hard-fought battle with prostate cancer. Born on November 23, 1951, to Mary Ellen and Bernard Lee, Dale attended and graduated from Laingsburg High School in 1969. He married Julia A. Schroeder on March 4, 1972. Together, Dale and Julie raised three busy boys in their Laingsburg...

Feb 1, 2026

Richard Roy Bantien of Elk Rapids, age 93, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Traverse City, MI. Born on September 14, 1932 in Armada, MI, Richard lived a long and deeply meaningful life shaped by love, family and community.

An Eastern Michigan University graduate, Richard met the love of his life, Suzanne Vaughn, while on...