Lila Allard
Apr 2, 2015
Mrs. Lila Marie Allard, age 88, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 2, 2015 surrounded by her family. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on March 14, 1927 to Charles & Mabel (Anderson) Tyler and married Raymond Allard on June 8, 1946. Lila was a long time member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Mrs. Allard had been employed by Mona...
Richard Brown
Apr 2, 2015
Richard Brown, 67, of Polk, PA. passed away after a short illness, surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 2, 2015 in Pittsburgh, PA. He was born on July 3, 1947 in Pittsburgh to Mildred and William Brown. He was known for his love of music, electronics, and animals. His endearing personality captured many on his journey through life...
Mike Lucht
Apr 1, 2015
Mike Lucht, age 59, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on October 10, 1955 to Jonas & Nellie (Grant) Lucht and married Pam Fitzgerald on May 29, 1976. Mike had been employed at Howmet. SURVIVORS Wife of 38 years, Pam; sons, Jeffery (Laura) Lucht, Joseph (April Cobb) Lucht; 7 grandchildren. SERVICE Monday, April...
Marvin Kersting
Mar 31, 2015
Although he accomplished so much of which to be proud, Marvin Kersting was a humble man whose focus was continually on others. He was respected by everyone he met, and he believed in working hard to provide for the family he treasured. Marv was a devoted family man who was the rock of his family, yet his unwavering strength...
Grace Pellet
Mar 30, 2015
Grace Mary Schram, the fifth child born to James and Orra Schram was unlike the rest of her siblings. Grace, soon to be known as Gracie Mae, was born with a birth defect. Her handicap would affect her and those who knew her the rest of her life. Gracie Maes birth defect affected her outer ears and face...but never...
Robert "Bobby" Perkins
Mar 29, 2015
Some people come into our lives and we are never the same. For those who knew and loved Bobby Perkins, they are left with memories of his endless smile and great sense of humor that brought smiles and laughter to those around him. Bobby had a wonderful, positive outlook on life despite his disability. He never allowed it to...
Martin Dempkey Sr.
Mar 28, 2015
Martin Marty James Dempkey Sr., 56, lost his battle to cancer on March 28, 2015. He was born March 10, 1959 to Doris and Garland Dempkey. Marty was always on the go and enjoyed the outdoors by hunting, fishing and camping. Martin most of all enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his grandkids. SURVIVORS Martin is...
Frederick Stohr
Mar 27, 2015
With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Frederick Stohr lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He was a man of strength, honor, and integrity whose unwavering beliefs were the compass he used to direct his steps. A devoted family man, Fred was...
Robert Craine Jr.
Mar 27, 2015
Mr. Robert "Bob" Craine Jr., age 57, passed away Friday, March 27, 2015. He was born in Roseland, Illinois on January 8, 1958 to Robert & Elizabeth (Rega) Craine Sr. and married the former Lisa White on June 27, 1981. Mr. Craine had been employed as a machinist for Bold Furniture and formerly Liftech. Robert was a member of...
Jeanette Radel
Mar 25, 2015
Jeanette M. Radel, age 99, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015. She was born in Montague, Michigan on January 6, 1916 to Otto & Selma (Darsch) Grumm and married Lester Radel on October 22, 1932. Mrs.Radel had been a loving wife, mother and grandmother who was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Trinity Circle Guild, Dorcas Circle and...
Ellery Olds
Mar 25, 2015
With a life that spanned times of great change in the world around him, Ellery Olds held such a special place in the heart of many. He was a hardworking and dedicated man who wholeheartedly applied himself to whatever lay before him while focusing on how he could use his time and talents to help others. A more devoted...
Kamdyn Canaca-Melendez
Mar 25, 2015
Canaca-Melendez, Kamdyn Cruz Muskegon Baby Kamdyn Canaca-Melendez, age 4 months, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on November 26, 2014 to Tiffannie McArthur Canaca-Melendez & Andrew Holt . Baby Kamden will be missed for his infectious smile that could light up a room. SURVIVORS Parents, Tiffannie McArthur & Andrew Holt; siblings, Gabriella &...
Rosemary Fekete
Mar 15, 2015
Ms. Rosemary T. Fekete, age 77, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on October 1, 1937 to Alan & Helen (Johnson) Fekete. Ms. Fekete had been employed at American Coil Spring and Meijer until retiring. Rosemary was an active member of Ecclesia Church. The family would like to thank the staff of Roosevelt...
Ronald Jack Harter
Mar 14, 2015
With a life that spanned times of great change in the world around him, Ronald Jack Harter lived a life of purpose while holding his loved ones near. He seemed to effortlessly balance working hard with taking the time to enjoy life, and he was the sort of person who accomplished whatever goal he set his mind to. It...
Benjamin Funderburg
Mar 11, 2015
Mr. Benjamin Funderburg, age 39, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, March 11, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 18, 1975 to Benjamin Funderburg & Debra Secrest. Mr. Funderburg had been employed as a machinist for CMA and enjoyed music, playing guitar and riding his bike. SURVIVORS Mother, Debra (Daniel) Thompson; father, Benjamin W. Funderburg; brother, Anthony Funderburg;...
Eva Strevel
Mar 10, 2015
Mrs. Eva Strevel, age 102, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 in Davenport Iowa. She was born in Newberry, Michigan on January 4, 1913 to Charles & Amelia Sosnovski. She married Roy Strevel who preceded her in death in 2000. She and her husband owned and operated Strevel's Market. She enjoyed reading, doing puzzle books and especially...
O. Orlea Christiansen
Mar 9, 2015
Mrs. O. Orlea Christiansen, age 90, passed away Monday, March 9, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on July 10, 1924 to William & Edna (Thompson) Shaffer and married Gerald "Jerry" Christiansen on July 1, 1944. Mrs.Christiansen was a 1942 graduate of Muskegon Heights High School and had been employed in accounting for Northside Tractor Sales and as...
Ardean Fitzgerald
Mar 9, 2015
Forever loving, Dee Fitzgerald gave her all, and then some. By far her greatest joy was found in the family she dearly loved. Dee was a determined, hard working woman who liked nice things, yet was content with what she had. She enjoyed playing the slots to find a little luck now and again, and thoroughly loved her bingo...
Donna Estler
Mar 7, 2015
Mrs. Donna Louise Estler, age 82, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2015. She was born in Brethren, Michigan on December 23, 1932 to Glenn & Esther (Garber) Trask and married Robert Estler. Mrs.Estler had been employed as a nurse's aide at University Park Nursing Home and for the County of Muskegon in housekeeping for 25 years until retiring. Donna...
Patricia Young
Mar 7, 2015
Mrs. Patricia L. Young, age 74, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on March 27, 1940 to Francis J. & Eleanor B. (Shippy) Scott and married Robert D. Young on February 27, 1960. Mrs.Young was a long time member of Crestwood United Methodist Church and Woman's Service Club through the YFCA. She was...