For 87 years, Annabelle Larabee lived a full life of adventure surrounded by the love of family and many friends. She was a hard worker, and could prove to be a little feisty at times, too with her strong spirited nature and stubborn demeanor. But in all ways, family was at the center of Annabelles heart. She loved family...
Mr. Peter Danigelis, age 83, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 24, 1931 to Peter & Christine (Klikas) Danigelis and served his country in the US Air Force. He married the former Nika Zervos on July 31, 1955. Mr. Danigelis had been a Co-Owner of 3 Star Beverage for over 40...
Mrs. June Marilyn Hackey, age 84, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 4, 1931 to Harry & Elois (Elliott) Chaney and married Jerry Hackey on August 26, 1977. Mrs. Hackey had been employed as a school bus driver for Reeths Puffer and retired as a teacher's aide for Muskegon Intermediate School...
Mrs. Helen Mary Johnson, age 99, passed away Monday, September 14, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on July 3, 1916 to David & Helena (Wenk) Mangin and married Erwin Johnson on May 21, 1945. Mrs. Johnson had been employed at Brunswick, Shaw Walker, Kaydon and retired from Muskegon Community College in 1979. Helen was a member of...
Mr. Darell Miller, age 79, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 2, 1936 to Fred & Marie D. (Tedball) Miller and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Sharon "Sherry" Simpson on November 29, 1958. Mr. Miller had been employed as a machinist for Sealed Power for...
Mr. William Duane Aho, age 83, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015. He was born in Whitehall, Michigan on September 26, 1931 to Arthur & Gladys (Allishouse) Aho. Mr. Aho had been employed at Genesco for over 40 years and was a Whitehall Volunteer Fireman for years. William loved his family time and you could catch him deer hunting,...
Mr. Richard A. "Topper" Topp, age 73, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2015. He was born in Holland, Michigan on November 4, 1941 to William & Ruth (Kolean) Topp Jr. and married the former Mary McMahon on October 19, 1963. Mr. Topp graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and was a member of SAE...
Mark Thomas DeBard was born December 3, 1960 at Hackley Hospital in Muskegon, Michigan to Robert and Phyllis (Sauders) DeBard. They lived in Muskegon Heights (Back in the good ole days) Mark was a good baby. For his second Christmas he opened all his presents, then set them aside and went into the kitchen pulled out the pots and...
Mr. Kenneth Melvin Millard, age 84, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015. He was born in White Cloud, Michigan on March 29, 1931 to Asa and Hazel (Thompson) Millard and married the former Laura Jean Sinkback and Bonnie Vanduyvenvoorde. Mr. Millard was a proud veteran of the Korean War and had been employed as a car mechanic and heavy...
Mr. James Edward Green, age 90, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2015. He was born in Hayti, Missouri on March 6, 1925 to Sidney & Rosie (Nails) Green. Mr. Green had been employed at Eagle Ottawa for years until retiring. SURVIVORS Daughter, Debbie Schmierer of AL; grandchildren, Susan Desjardin, Dennis Itsell, Tracy Grimes & Will Schmierer; great grandchildren, Brenna...
Mrs. Joanne Elizabeth Hawkins Vargo, age 80, passed away Wednesday, August 26, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 7, 1935 to Edward & Mary (Pierce) Wagenmaker and married William Hawkins in 1955. He passed away in 1979. After William's passing Joanne would enjoy working at University Park as the Activity Director for several years. She met...
When reflecting on the life of JoAnn Dratz, words such as generous, kindhearted, and gracious come to mind, but perhaps the word that paints the most accurate picture of who she was every day is nurturer. She lived to love and care for her her husband and children, her devotion to her family was truly unmatched. Led by her...
Fredrick S. Galindo, age 55, of Muskegon, Michigan, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2015 while surrounded by loving family and friends. Per Fred's wishes, a Celebration of Life picnic will be held between 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Saturday, September 19, at Margaret Drake Elliott Park located on Beach Street at the North end of Pere Marquette Park....
Pastor Stephen Owen Worth, age 60, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2015. He was born in East Grand Rapids, Michigan on January 1, 1955 to John & Bonnie (Machuta) Worth and married the former Sandra Lou McCann on May 28, 1977. Pastor Worth has been a minister for Bethel Baptist Church of Fruitport as well as Calvary Baptist Church...
Mr. Raymond W. Everett, age 82, passed away Thursday, August 20, 2015. He was born in Benton, Pennsylvania on April 29, 1933 to Raymond & Mary (Remley) Everett and served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Everett had been employed as a machinist for Sealed Power for 30 years until retiring. SURVIVORS Daughter, Deni;...
Mr. Frank H. Glassnor, age 86, passed away Monday, August 17, 2015. He was born in Sullivan Township, Michigan on September 2, 1928 to Charles & Matilda (Sweenor) Glassnor and served his country in the US Army, serving in Germany. He married the former Corabel VanderMolen on December 5, 1961 and she preceded him in death after 53 years...
Mr. John J. Mylenek, age 69, passed away Monday, August 17, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on March 5, 1946 to Carl & Gertrude (Neuman) Mylenek and served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He married the former Carolyn McKinney on August 23, 1969. Mr. Mylenek had been employed as a Flush Operator...
With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Edward Cam Farmer, Jr. lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He was a hardworking and honorable man who served others both abroad and within the community he loved. A devoted family man, Cam deeply loved...
Mr. Ervin T. Collins, age 86, passed away Thursday, August 13, 2015. He was born in Alpena, Michigan on September 20, 1928 to Lester & Merle (Kidder) Collins and served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. He married the former Arlene Ruster on August 10, 1968. Mr. Collins had been employed at AP Parts for...