Clifford Colburn
Apr 9, 2016
Mr. Clifford James Colburn , age 90, passed away Saturday, April 9, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 17, 1925 to Edgar & Ethel Colburn and married the former Carolyn Hamstra on March 14, 1947. Mr. Colburn served in the United States Navy and later, was employed as an Arc Welder for Shaw Walker, for 40...
D. Charles Kelley
Apr 7, 2016
Although he accomplished so much of which to be proud, D. Charles Kelleys greatest sense of fulfillment was found in the family he treasured. Together he and his wife exemplified what marriage is truly intended to be as they were soul mates, companions, and best friends. Chuck was also an extraordinary father who was there for his children, and...
Merlin Herlein
Apr 7, 2016
Mr. Merlin Robert Herlein, age 82, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on October 15, 1933 to Merlin L. & Grace (Klemp) Herlein and served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He married the former Virginia Cook on July 4, 1953. Mr. Herlein had been employed as a Truck...
Oralee Stein
Apr 7, 2016
Mrs. Oralee June Stein, age 93, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016. She was born in South Haven, Michigan on June 21, 1922 to William & Vivian (Bulman) Zook and married Theodore Stein on August 27, 1941. Mrs. Stein had been a Real Estate Broker and Investor for over 20 years until retiring. Oralee was a member of North...
Joanne Leon
Apr 4, 2016
Miss Joanne Marilyn Leon, age 74, passed away Monday, April 4, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 3, 1942 to Edwin & Dessie (Frick) Leon and graduated from Muskegon Catholic High School. Joanne had worked for Hackley Hospital as a ward clerk for over 40 years until retiring. Joanne was a kind and caring woman who...
Robert W. "Whip" Whipple
Apr 3, 2016
Mr. Robert Wayne "Whip" Whipple , age 52, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on November 10, 1963 to Gerald & Judith (Steinman) Whipple. Mr. Whipple had been employed as a Oil Tech Manager for Van's Car Wash & Quick Lube for 15 years. Robert was really into car racing and Jeff Gordon...
Janet Lou Parker
Apr 3, 2016
Mrs. Janet Lou Parker, age 79, passed away Sunday, April 3, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on November 11, 1936 to Fredolph & Eliza (Ashcraft) Norstrom and married Robert Parker on March 13, 1955. Mrs. Parker had been employed for Terry Lee Market and Plumbs before becoming a secretary for Muskegon Public Schools where she retired. Janet...
Karen Merithew
Apr 1, 2016
Ms. Karen Louise Merithew, age 53, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016. She was born in Ithaca, New York on October 30, 1962 to Gerald & Mary (Evener) Merithew. Karen had been employed as a Medical Assistant for Shoreline Pediatrics, enjoyed Camping, fishing, Nascar & volunteering her time at Love Inc. SURVIVORS Significant other of 16 years, Gary Patterson;...
Marvin E. Vandernoot
Mar 30, 2016
Mr. Marvin Edward VanderNoot, age 91, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2016. He was born in Grand Haven, Michigan on April 9, 1924 to Martin & Maria (Senn) VanderNoot and graduated from Grand Haven High School and University of LaSalle. Marv was proud to serve his country in the US Army during World War II. He married his high...
Taylor R. Wierengo
Mar 29, 2016
Although she was taken from her loved ones much too soon, Taylor Wierengo made such an impact in the lives of countless others during her lifetime. She was a fun-loving young girl with just the right amount of spunk who also excelled in her studies. Taylor was a loving daughter who enjoyed having fun with her family. She was...
Marian L. Setlock
Mar 28, 2016
Mrs. Marian L. Setlock, age 97, passed away Monday, March 28, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on March 27, 1919 to Charles J. & Olive (Wilcox) Cihak. Mrs. Setlock had been a homemaker for years and was a member of Samuel Lutheran Church before moving to Florida. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Daughter, Sharon (Robert) Ackerman...
Virginia Marie Settler
Mar 25, 2016
Virginia Marie Settler was a determined, hard working woman who spent her energy on family, career and those around her. She was a superb caregiverskilled and patient over many years of raising children and nursing the elderly. As seriously as she took her work, Virginia knew how to have fun whether she was singing, dancing, cooking or traveling. She...
Carol Shackelford
Mar 23, 2016
Mrs. Carol Ann Shackelford, age 70, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 4, 1946 to James & Marguerite (Krumholz) Douglas and married William Shackelford on April 27, 1968. Mrs. Shackelford had been employed as a Executive Secretary for Dura Automotive for over 12 years. Carol loved spending time with her grandchildren...
Alton Corbin Sr.
Mar 22, 2016
Mr. Alton James Corbin Sr., age 62, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2016. He was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on April 22, 1953 to Vernon & Mary (Pierce) Corbin and served his country in the US Marines during the Vietnam War. Mr. Corbin had been the owner of his own construction company for years until retiring. SURVIVORS Children, Donald...
Richard Sheehy Sr.
Mar 18, 2016
Sheehy, Mr. Richard Merrill Muskegon Mr. Richard Merrill Sheehy, age 90, passed away Friday, March 18, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 7, 1925 to Earl & Effie (Millis) Sheehy and married the former Glenna (Kops) Olson on May 7, 2001. Mr. Sheehy served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and later had been...
Tanya M. Hunsucker
Mar 16, 2016
Mrs. Tanya Marie Hunsucker, age 42, passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2016. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on December 30, 1973 to Albert Mitchell & Mary Jean Alzburger and married David Hunsucker on July 7, 1999. Mrs. Hunsucker loved being a grandmother and will be missed by many. SURVIVORS Husband, David; sons, James Tatro, Eric Tatro, Josh Tatro;...
Richard Freeman
Mar 15, 2016
Mr. Richard "Rick" Lee Freeman, age 68, passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 10, 1947 to Lawrence & Nadeen (Fairfield) Freeman. Mr. Freeman served his country in the United States Navy retiring after 20 years as a Senior Chief Boiler Tech. Rick later became employed as a Boiler Operator for Hackley...
William Grow
Mar 13, 2016
When thinking of Bill Grow, the words that first come to mind are hard-working, steadfast, courageous, strong, and multi-talented. Bill could always fix, build, and figure anything out. He was a mans man with an incredible depth of love and tenderness. Born on March 11, 1944 to parents of the Greatest Generation, the second child of Glen and Edith...
Ellenore Childers
Mar 9, 2016
Mrs. Ellenore June Childers, age 88, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2016. She was born in South Haven, Michigan on June 12, 1927 to George & Frances (Barnum) Rowland and married Hubert Childers on April 3, 1946. Mrs. Childers had been a loving wife, mother and grandmother who loved all of her Yorkie dogs, gardens and tending to her...
Trevor Tahon Holton Jr.
Mar 8, 2016
Trevor Tahon Holton Jr., age 11 weeks old, took his last breath on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 31, 2015 to Trevor Holton Sr. & Amanda Allen. SURVIVORS Mother, Amanda Allen; father, Trevor Holton Sr.; sister, Mya; brothers, Devin grandparents, Sarah Cates, Cheryl & William Allen. SERVICE Monday, March 14, 2016,...