Ethel V. Jazdzyk
Sep 28, 2016
Mrs. Ethel V. Jazdzyk, age 93, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2016. She was born in Conklin, Michigan on February 13, 1923 to August & Clara (Wunsch) Link and married Walter Jazdzyk on June 18, 1949. Mrs. Jazdzyk had been employed as a Teller and then Controller for Comerica Bank for 19 years until retiring. Ethel enjoyed polka music...
Dustin A. Szot
Sep 27, 2016
Mr. Dustin Allen Szot, age 24, died Tuesday, September 27, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on March 18, 1992 to Frederick Szot & Christina Anderson and married Melissa Underwood on April 17, 2012. Dustin had been a handyman for various places. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling & tattoos. Dustin was a loving family man who will be...
Cheryl Anderson
Sep 27, 2016
Ms. Cheryl Lynn Anderson, age 68, passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 1, 1948 to Roy & Jane (Hendricks) Braddy. Ms. Anderson had been a foster parent for over 25 years, former president of Foster Parent Association of Michigan and also worked at MOKA. She enjoyed going to yard sales and...
Malcolm M. Pate Jr.
Sep 26, 2016
It is often said that if something is worth having, then it is worth working hard for and this is how Malcolm M. Pate, Jr. lived his life. To Malcolm, the things that were important were his faith in God, his marriage, his children and grandchildren, his education, and his work ethic, and if you closely examine his life,...
Tammy Jo Thompson
Sep 25, 2016
Mrs. Tammy Jo Thompson, age 52, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2016. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on August 6, 1964 to William & Linda (Swiatek) Clark and married Dan Thompson on May 28, 1994. Mrs. Thompson had been employed as a hairdresser for Boric's & JC Penney's hair salon's for years. Tammy was an Autism Advocate who...
Sylvia J. Doremus
Sep 25, 2016
Sylvia June Doremus, age 90, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2016 in Fort Wayne Indiana. She was born in Highmore, South Dakota on September 26, 1925 to Eli & Hattie (Tasche) Layton. Sylvia had been employed as the 1st Woman Food Director at the Muskegon Correctional Facility until retiring in 1989. Sylvia was a member of Unity United Methodist...
Clifford Johnson
Sep 24, 2016
Clifford Johnson, age 86, passed away on Saturday, September 24, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was born in Muskegon, MI. on December 4, 1929 to Arnold Johnson and Agnes (Kristiansen) Johnson. On July 18, 1959, he married Susan Ernst, and she survives him. During the Korean Conflict, he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Zellars DD-777....
Christie Jensen
Sep 22, 2016
Ms. Christie "Chris" Ellen Jensen, age 66, passed away in her home on September 22nd, 2016. She was born 10/18/1949 in Muskegon, MI and lived here most of her life. She was a mother, grandmother, caterer, and had a large "extended family" of friends and honorary kids. She was passionate about her community, and volunteered on many city and...
Kathryn Anscomb
Sep 20, 2016
Mrs. Kathryn Irene (Hall) Anscomb passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 20, 2016 following a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. There will be no service or visitation per the final wishes of the deceased. The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Sanctuary At The Park for the excellent care they provided. Memorial donations in Kathy's name may...
Joyce J. Scott
Sep 17, 2016
Joyce J. Scott, age 86, a lifelong resident of Whitehall, entered into eternity to join her husband Jim and other loved ones as she was welcomed into the arms of Jesus. She died peacefully at home on September 17, 2016, surrounded by her family, after courageously coping with diabetes and kidney disease for decades. Joyce was born June 17,...
Armenia Kniat
Sep 16, 2016
Armenia Babe Kniat (Petrie) June 10, 1925 September 16, 2016 The family of Armenia Kniat (Petrie) who passed away in peace early Friday morning on September 16, 2016, after a short illness, wish to thank the nurses, doctors, respiratory therapists, and other health care providers at Mercy Hospital and Harbor Hospice Poppen House for their excellent and compassionate care....
Elaine R. Farber
Sep 15, 2016
Mrs. Elaine Ruth Farber, age 93, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2016. She was born in Newaygo, Michigan on August 26, 1923 to Glen & Mabel (Nelson) Smith and graduated from Ravenna High School as their first Homecoming Queen. Elaine married Donald Farber in August of 1945 and had been employed as a bus driver for Holton Public Schools...
Richard J. Breitwisch
Sep 15, 2016
Richard John Dick Breitwisch, age 72, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan to Donald William Breitwisch Sr. and Anita Jean Breitwisch on November 14, 1943. Richard was employed by CMI Noren in Fruitport for 35 years. He loved his farm and all his animals. He also enjoyed going to the Ravenna Auctions....
Dohn Buckner
Sep 14, 2016
Mr. Dohn Buckner passed away early on Wednesday September 14, 2016. In June of 1958, he married the former Rose Poole and was a lifelong resident of Muskegon County. Dohn served two years in the United States Army, and was employed by Precision Tool Company working as a finish grinder and tool maker for over sixty years. Mr. Buckner...
Cloyd "Cliff" Hoffman
Sep 12, 2016
Mr. Cloyd Clifford "Cliff" Hoffman, age 89, passed away Monday, September 12, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 21, 1927 to Cloyd & Dena (Bowman) Hoffman and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Mariwyn Wheeler Bourdon on September 16, 1983 and was the founder of Cliff's Auto Sales for over 30...
Robert "Bob" Pawlak
Sep 10, 2016
Robert S. "Bob" Pawlak, age 83, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2016. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 25, 1932 to Stanley & Nellie (Filonow) Pawlak and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Beverly Breitfield on January 5, 1952. Robert worked through the Carpenter's Union Local 0100 for 40 plus years. Bob...
Phillip Steele
Sep 8, 2016
Phillip George Steele, age 58, passed away at Mercy Hospital on Thursday, September 8, 2016. Phillip was born in Muskegon to Phillip A. and Betty (Welc) Steele on September 28, 1957. George was a graduate of Orchard View Schools, class of 1976 and immediately thereafter served our country in the US Navy. He was a lifelong resident in Muskegon...
Richard Wood
Sep 8, 2016
Throughout his rich and rewarding life, Richard Wood made the most of the days he was given while holding his loved ones near and dear to his heart. He was generous beyond compare, and he was forever using his gifts and talents to bless others. Dick was a devoted family man, and he was filled with unspeakable joy to...
Audrey Kalkstine
Sep 6, 2016
Mrs. Audrey Patricia Kalkstine, age 75, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2016 at Mercy Hospital succumbing to cancer after a year long journey. She was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil on May 30, 1941 to Alan & Florence (Ramsden) McDougall and traveled extensively throughout South America, South Africa, and India to her father's jobs. Audrey returned to Great Britain...
Frank Uriarte
Sep 5, 2016
Mr. Frank Uriarte, age 80, passed away Monday, September 5, 2016. He was born in Dearborn, Michigan on November 6, 1935 to Fermin & Matea (Martitegi) Uriarte and served his country in the US Marine Corp. He married the former Patricia Gingras on August 24, 1957. Mr. Uriarte had retired as Vice President from JD Honigberg International, Inc. in...
