Richard Harold Backer
Jan 20, 2026
Richard "Lefty" Harold Backer, age 99, of Muskegon, MI, peacefully passed from this life on January 20, 2026. Born on March 28, 1926, in Muskegon to Harold and Theadora (Dobson) Backer, Lefty was celebrated for his vibrant spirit and zest for life. He graduated from Muskegon High School, where he earned the affectionate nickname "Lefty" as a talented pitcher on...
JoAnn LeBaron
May 22, 2026
Mrs. JoAnn LeBaron, age 77, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026. The family is currently preparing a complete obituary, which will be posted at a later date.
Peter Cornell Bartels
May 14, 2026
Peter Cornell Bartels, age 83, of Ravenna, Michigan, passed away on May 14, 2026, at Village at the Oaks, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on September 3, 1942, at Fort Riley, Kansas, to Carnell and Nancy (Kiess) Bartels, Peter was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose quiet generosity and love of books left an enduring imprint...
Cary Upson Barr
May 13, 2026
Cary Upson Barr, 60, of Muskegon, MI, passed away on May 13, 2026. Cary was born on June 26, 1965, in Grand Rapids, MI, to Robin and Constance (Sinclair) Barr. He married the love of his life, Bretta Botbyl DeRouin, in 2024.Cary graduated from Jenison High School and later attended ITT Technical Institute. His career began at Chuck E. Cheese,...
Patricia Sue Shave
May 13, 2026
Patricia "Sue" Shave, age 63, left us on May 13, 2026. Born on December 22, 1962 to Clarence Pendergraft and Mary Patterson, in Fresno, CA, she was a bright spirit who touched many lives. Sue married Bruce Shave in January 1979, and they shared a wonderful life together until his passing in 2014.For over a decade, Sue worked as a...
Bradley Prince
May 9, 2026
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Bradley John Prince, a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, who left this world on May 9, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was 72 years old.
Born on September 24, 1953, in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, Bradley was the son of John and Lillian (Newald) Prince....
Barbara Lathrop
May 9, 2026
Barbara Lathrop, born January 11th, 1955 to Walter Lathrop and Myrtle (Bester) Lathrop, died May 9th, 2026 at home surrounded by family after a long battle with COPD. Barbie lived in Whitehall as a small child before her family moved to Muskegon Heights, where she spent the majority of her youth. She hitchhiked to San Francisco and lived between California...
Betty Jean Bandt
May 6, 2026
Betty Jean Bandt, 83, of Muskegon, passed away on May 6, 2026, at The Brook of Newaygo.
Born in Muskegon, MI on March 16, 1943, to Roy and Edna (Clark) Perysian, Betty was a devoted mother who raised her three children on her own with strength, humor, and love. She worked hard throughout her life-starting as a waitress at local...
Richard Ferski
May 3, 2026
Richard (Dick) Ferski, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on May 3, 2026, at the age of 87, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. He was born April 6, 1939, in Muskegon, Michigan, and spent the last year residing in Inman, South Carolina with his daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Rick Blair. A proud...
Gwendolyn Langlois
May 3, 2026
Gwendolyn Langlois, age 95, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, in her hometown where her remarkable journey began on November 28, 1930. Born Gwendolyn Carlson to Russell and Rosamond (Campbell), she was a proud graduate of Muskegon Heights High School, where she forged lifelong friendships and shared cherished memories.
Gwendolyn's life was a testament to dedication...
Doloris Arlene Buckley
May 2, 2026
Dolores Arlene Buckley, age 99, of Muskegon, passed away on May 2, 2026. The former Doloris Cousineau, she was born on July 24, 1926, in Muskegon, Dolores made a warm and enduring life centered around family, hard work, and simple pleasures.
Dolores married the love of her life, Clyde William Buckley, on January 24, 1947, and together they raised their...
Albert Jay Pell
May 2, 2026
Albert "Jay" Pell, affectionately known as Jay, passed away on May 2, 2026, in Twin Lake, Michigan. Born on October 31, 1956, in Fremont, Michigan, Jay lived a life deeply connected to his community and family.
For over two decades, Jay was a dedicated auctioneer at the Ravenna Poultry Sale, where his voice and presence became a beloved fixture in...
Melvin Wade Onstott
May 1, 2026
Melvin Wade Onstott, age 83, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in Muskegon, Michigan. Born on May 30, 1942, in Mt. Pleasant, MI, Melvin lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep connection to the outdoors.
Melvin was raised in a close-knit family as the second oldest of five children. Throughout his youth, he...
Rhonda Lynn Clark
Apr 30, 2026
Rhonda Lynn Clark, age 67, passed away in Muskegon, MI, on Thursday, April 30th, 2026, surrounded by her family. Rhonda was born in Muskegon on January 14, 1959 to William and Ima (Lowry) Wynn.She most recently worked as a seamstress at Factory Surplus Sales (16 years) retiring in 2024. She loved sewing, especially for her kids and grandkids. This included...
Scott Alan Lacy
Apr 30, 2026
Scott Alan Lacy, age 59, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Born in Jackson, MI, on December 18, 1966, Scott was raised with love by his parents, Gary and Betty (Walworth) Lacy. He spent his formative years in the Grand Haven area before settling in Muskegon, where he built a life filled with purpose and connection.
On April 24, 2004,...
Deborah Lynn Johnson
Apr 28, 2026
Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Johnson (Macdonell), age 72, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on April 28, 2026 after a long battle with cancer. Born on December 12, 1953, in Flint, MI, she was the cherished second child of Alan and Betty (Watkins) Macdonell and a proud 1972 graduate of Bendle High School in Burton, MI where she...
David Lee Smith
Apr 28, 2026
David Lee Smith age 70 passed away on Tuesday April 28th 2026 surrounded by his 3 children and daughter in law. David was an avid hunter and fisherman he also enjoyed feeding wildlife watching Westerns having coffee every morning at cozy corner Cafe riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles storytelling and spending time with his children and grandchildren David leaves behind three children...
Alyce Fern Arnouts
Apr 27, 2026
Alyce Fern Arnouts, age 59, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering strength, deep love, and selfless devotion to her family and friends. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend-truly one of a kind
Born on January 18, 1967, in Muskegon, MI, Alyce gracefully navigated life with a vibrant spirit...
Linda Kay Gifford
Apr 26, 2026
Linda Kay Gifford age 74 went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday April 26, 2026. She was born April 13, 1952 to Norman and Mildred (Hartman) Gifford.Linda was a graduate of Whitehall High School and worked for many years at Hackley Hospital until her retirement. The most important part of Linda's life was her faith...
Edith Jonette Klap
Apr 23, 2026
Edith Jonette "Jonni" Klap of Grand Haven, MI, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at American House Assisted Living. She was born on November 23, 1940 in Grand Rapids,MI to Benton & Evelyn (Stacey) Thurston.
Jonni graduated from South High School in Grand Rapids and earned her teaching degree from Michigan State University. She began her career as a...
