William R. Rood
Jun 13, 2018
Mr. William "Bill" R. Rood, P.E., a Registered Professional Engineer, passed away June 13, 2018 at Hospice of North Ottawa at Heartwood Lodge. He was born May 27, 1930, to John and Anna Andersen Rood and was a resident of Muskegon. He graduated from Michigan State University where he studied Mechanical Engineering. He had been employed at Brunswick, Muskegon...
G. Michael "Mike" Abraham
Jun 12, 2018
Exceptionally kind, thoroughly honest, and incredibly generous, George Michael Abraham lived a life rich in family and friends. With unwavering integrity, Mike always thought of others first, and he unhesitatingly gave all he could to help lighten any load they may have carried. A caring and devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, Mike inspired all who were blessed...
Richard L. Whalen
Jun 12, 2018
Mr. Richard Leroy Whalen, age 79, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 10, 1939 to Joseph & Helen (Benedict) Whalen and served 6 years in the National Guard. He married the former Sharlyn Norcutt on July 8, 1967. Mr. Whalen had been a Co-Owner and mechanic of Joe's Friendly Service for...
Beverly J. Hudson
Jun 11, 2018
Beverly Jean Hudson, age 91 of Ferrysburg passed away peacefully at home into the loving arms of her heavenly father on June 11, 2018. Beverly was born September 7, 1926, to James and Ann (VanStrate) Vanhall in Grand Haven. She was a lifelong resident of the Tri-Cities area. In her early teen years, she worked fearlessly and courageously at...
Darala K Heth
Jun 10, 2018
Mrs. DaRala Kay Heth, age 56, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2018. She was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on June 6, 1962 to James & Shirley (Kitchens) Green and married Scot Heth on February 10, 2007. Mrs. Heth had a career as a supply coordinator at North Ottawa Community Hospital and then a Mary Kay Representative for many...
Eugene Cooper
Jun 10, 2018
Mr. Eugene Lincoln Cooper , age 56, passed away Sunday, June 10, 2018. He was born in Newaygo, Michigan on February 21, 1962 to Theodore & Joyce (Gring) Cooper. Mr. Cooper had been employed as a Machinist for West Michigan Steel. Eugene enjoyed working on cars and spending time with his family. SURVIVORS Sons, Joe Cooper & Robert Cooper;...
Lewis L Bird
Jun 9, 2018
Mr. Lewis Lawrence Bird, age 93, passed away Saturday, June 9, 2018. He was born in Kalkaska, Michigan on September 9, 1924 to Steven & Viola (Rose) Bird and served his country in the US Army during World War II under Gen. Patton. He married the former Eleanor Smith on August 12, 1950. Mr. Bird had been a Machinist...
Linda B. Venne
Jun 8, 2018
Linda Bernice Venne, age 95, passed away Friday, June 8, 2018. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on February 25, 1923 to Charles & Victoria (Morzek) Zuber. Linda had been employed as a Machinist and Inspector for Muskegon Piston Ring for over 30 years until retiring. Linda was an active member of the UAW Union and Women's Democratic Party...
Albert Verschragen Jr.
Jun 7, 2018
Mr. Albert L Verschragen age 67, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018. He was born in the Netherlands on September 27, 1950 to Albertus & Adriana (Pechler) Verschragen. Mr. Verschragen had been a master mechanic for years and worked for Pfizer, Bayer Corp and currently Arconic. Albert enjoyed hunting, model airplanes, Star Wars and being outside. SURVIVORS Children, Shelli...
Irma E Veenstra
Jun 7, 2018
Mrs. Irma Elsie Veenstra, age 93, passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018. She was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 11, 1924 to Louis & Amelia (Purat) Scheel and married William Veenstra on August 2, 1947. Mrs. Veenstra had been self employed and enjoyed antiques, working in the yard, garage sales and auctions. SURVIVORS Sons, Jon (MaryJo) Veenstra, Paul...
Franklin M. Richter
Jun 6, 2018
Mr. Franklin Martin Richter, age 47, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018. He was born in Flint, Michigan on September 28, 1970 to Gary & Ona (Lucas) Richter. Mr. Richter had been employed by Manpower for years working for various factories. Franklin enjoyed traveling, spending time at the Grand Canyon and in France. He also liked cooking, fishing, roller...
Jack A. Barding
Jun 6, 2018
Mr. Jack Alva Barding, age 90, passed away Wednesday, June 6, 2018. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 29, 1927 to James & Agnes (Dunckel) Barding and married the former Dene Savoy on February 14, 1974. Mr. Barding had been employed as a Battalion Fire Chief for Muskegon Fire Dept. for 32 years until retiring in 1985....
Thomas L. Roswell Sr.
Jun 3, 2018
Mr. Thomas Lee Roswell Sr., age 63, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2018. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 17, 1955 to Eugene & Doris (Underhill) Roswell and married the former Louise Yaunke on December 6, 1975. Mr. Roswell was a self-employed contractor and all around handyman. Thomas participated in pool leagues, The Patio Bar golf league...
Gerald W. Iversen
Jun 2, 2018
Mr. Gerald "Jerry" Walter Iversen, age 86, passed away Saturday, June 2, 2018. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on February 19, 1932 to Walter & Solveig (Gulbrandsen) Iversen and married the former Alice Keith on November 19, 1992. Mr. Iversen had been employed as a Truck Driver for Westran for many years until retiring. Jerry was a very...
