Mr. James E. Duncan, age 66, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 10, 1949 to Bob & Delores (Rowe) Duncan and married the former Cora Mattice on June 1, 1979. James was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. He enjoyed fishing, Word Search puzzles, watching T.V. and playing with his...
Mrs. Beverly Ann Orkis, age 93, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2015. She was born in Hammond, Indiana on June 16, 1921 to James & Anna (Meyer) Branson and married Henry Orkis on April 9, 1941. Beverly was clerk at Allied Tire and Service. She was a loving mother and grandmother who loved music and ballroom dancing. SURVIVORS Sons,...
Robert Sluyter, age 71, passed away at home on Saturday, February 7, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 13, 1943 to Gert & Clara (Goodrich) Sluyter and married the former Glenda Wimpee on July 22, 1967. Robert was a collector of antique tractors & old engines with a passion for hunting & fishing throughout his life....
Although some view being a wife and mother to be mundane work with little validation, Constance Wibalda considered these roles to be both her highest calling and her greatest blessing. She was the rock of her family who was there to support and encourage her loved ones in everything they did. Coni was a longtime resident of the community...
Mr. William Patrick, age 83, passed away Friday, February 6, 2015. He was born in Maywood, California on April 9, 1931 to William & Helen (McKee) Patrick and served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Bill married the former Marjorie MacLeod on April 21, 1951 and worked as a design engineer for Seal Power...
Marian Lucille Mars was a skilled professional as well as a devoted family woman. She had an energy for life that allowed her to pursue an education and career that not many women of her generation were privileged to follow. She had a heart for service that benefited the lives of many and sacrificed for the ones she loved....
Miss Nancy Kay Cunningham, age 57, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on October 9, 1957 to Lyman & Marjorie (Burns) Cunningham. She was a loving soul that will be missed by many. The family would like to thank the staff of Ruddiman House and cousin, Norm Cunningham, for their loving care of...
Mrs. Joyce Dina Gemmel, age 68, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2015. She was born in Clarkton, Missouri on May 16, 1946 to Elise & Ida (Henson) Hartle and married Harry Gemmel on April 22, 1967. Joyce worked in various restaurants as a cook for many years. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Husband of 47 years, Harry; sons,...
Shirley G. Walters, age 71, passed away Friday, January 30, 2015. She was born in Washington, DC on April 18, 1943 to Owen & Doris (Fitzpatrick) Brown. Shirley worked and retired as a teacher. She was employed at Muskegon High School, North Muskegon High School and Orchard View Adult Ed. during her career. She was a volunteer at Love...
Although he was a man of great strength and determination who could be strict and even set in his ways at times, Theodore Ted Gemzer was also tender, compassionate, and expressive in the love he gave to his family. He stood firm in his Catholic faith, and it was his faith that carried him when times were trying down...
Mrs. Gail Y. Anderson, age 86, passed away Monday, January 26, 2015. She was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota on May 9, 1928 to Arthur & Alice (Frederick) Bull and married William Anderson, who had owned & operated Hodgeon & Anderson Iron Works. Gail was employed as a Registered Nurse at Hackley Hospital and taught at Hackley School of...
Jackson A. "Action Jackson" Dingman, age 11, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on January 23, 2004 to Robert Dingman & Santina Simonelli. He was an avid Sponge Bob Fan who enjoyed people and loved to smile. Jackson was a loving and happy child who will be dearly missed. SURVIVORS Father, Robert (Krista)...
Samuel Ryke, age 85, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on December 5, 1929 to John & Henrietta (DeNotter) Ryke and served his country in the US Army Reserves. Samuel married the former Anna Spoelman on October 23, 1954 and worked as baker at Ryke's Bakery and then Keebler. He was a member...
Mrs. Marlene L. Wickerink, age 78, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2015. She was born in Chicago IL on November 5, 1936 to Rudolf & Mary (Huminski) Kuh and married Russell Lee Wickerink on August 29, 1959. Marlene worked for McDonalds as a hostess in North Muskegon. She was a member of Crosswinds Fellowship Church and enjoyed flower gardening...
A hardworking man of honor and integrity, Carl Mattfolk lived a life of purpose while being content in whatever came his way. He was filled with ingenuity and a knack for figuring out how things work, and he used these gifts and talents to bless those around him whenever he could. A more devoted family man would be hard...
Mrs. Dorothy B. Underhill-Jarvis, age 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, January 14, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 9, 1927 to Patrick & Lena (Baker) McManus and married William Underhill. After his passing she met and married Clifford Jarvis. Mrs. Jarvis was employed at Muskegon General Hospital and several nursing homes...
Mrs. Dorothy B. Underhill-Jarvis, age 87, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, January 14, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 9, 1927 to Patrick & Lena (Baker) McManus and married William Underhill. After his passing she met and married Clifford Jarvis. Mrs. Jarvis was employed at Muskegon General Hospital and several nursing homes...
Mr. Steven E. Showers, age 63, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 1, 1951 to Lawrence & Laura (Gauthier) Showers and served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War. Steven was a member of Hope Lighthouse Church and enjoyed reading his Bible, Chess, fishing, yard sales, farming and collecting...
Joshua Wright, age 19, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on January 10,2015. Born in Lansing, MI on December 16, 1995 to Andrew and Dennise (Westmoreland) Wright. Joshua was a member of Christ the King Presbyterian Church in Ferry, MI. He was actively involved in his familys small farm in Hart, MI. He enjoyed several...