Tanner Michael Lofquist
Jun 4, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tanner Michael Lofquist October 8, 2008 - June 4, 2026 Tanner Michael Lofquist, age 17, passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2026. Though his time on earth was far too short, Tanner touched countless lives with his kind heart, genuine spirit, and infectious smile. Tanner is survived by his father, John Lofquist Jr. (Kelly Ortiz); his...
Jon Christopher Lenz
Jun 2, 2026
Jon Christopher Lenz, 57, of Whitehall, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Muskegon, following a prolonged illness which he faced with courage. Born on August 9, 1968, in Muskegon to Larry Lenz and Lynn (Burgess) Woodard, Jon was a man known for his skill, his passion, and his quiet love for his family.
A graduate of Spring Lake...
Marvin Frank Breitenbach
May 28, 2026
Marvin Frank "Whitey" Breitenbach, age 88, of Muskegon, passed away peacefully on the morning of Thursday, May 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Born in Adrian, MI, to Frank and Agnes (McKimmy) Breitenbach, Marvin spent most of his life in the Monroe County area. He worked hard to support his family at McLouth Steel in Trenton and...
Pamela Painter
May 27, 2026
Pamela Painter, age 70, of Muskegon, MI, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2026, surrounded by love. Born on February 1, 1956, to Gary and Joyce (Kline) Bowen, Pam was a cherished daughter and a beloved member of her family and community. A proud graduate of Muskegon High School, Class of 1974, she dedicated over 25 years of her life...
Penelope Gay Boltze
May 25, 2026
Penelope Gay Boltze, age 82, of North Muskegon, MI passed peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026.
Penelope Gay was born on November 11, 1943, in Lansing, MI to Ralph and Alda (Walker) Miller. Penelope, affectionately known as Penny married the love of her life, Noel Richard Boltze on November 28, 1959, embarking on a beautiful journey of love and family...
Mary Ruth Dean
May 24, 2026
Mary Ruth Dean lived life on her own terms, with a camera in her hand, a song in her heart, and her signature waist-length hair flowing behind her. On her own terms, too, she made her peaceful transition, leaving behind a legacy of creativity, fierce resilience, and love.
For 42 years, Mary shared a deeply rooted partnership with her husband,...
Herbert Allen Tomkins
May 22, 2026
Herbert "Herb" Allen Tomkins, age 78, of Muskegon, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026.
He was born on March 30, 1948, in Charlevoix, Michigan, to Glenn and Jennie (Brooks) Tomkins. Herb was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving aboard a submarine from 1967 to 1971. After his military service, he dedicated his life to caring for others...
Jo Ann LeBaron
May 22, 2026
Jo Ann LeBaron
Twin Lake, MI
Jo Ann LeBaron, age 77, of Twin Lake, Michigan, passed away on May 22, 2026. Born on September 01, 1948, in Gloversville, NY, to John and Nettie (Wilder) Dingman. Jo Ann was a beloved mother, friend, and wife to the love of her life, Chuck LeBaron. She graduated from high school and then earned...
Eddie Joe Hamilton
May 20, 2026
Eddie Joe Hamilton, 60, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away on May 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 27, 1965, in Batesville, Mississippi, Eddie graduated from Benton Harbor High School, where he ran on the track team. He later devoted nearly three decades to CWC Textron, beginning as an iron pourer and advancing within the...
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...
