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...
Jacqueline J. Edsall
Mar 7, 2015
Although her life was filled with numerous experiences that enriched her journey, there was nothing that was more near and dear to the heart of Jacqueline Edsall than being surrounded by the ones she cherished most. A lifelong resident of the community she loved, she also generously gave of her time and talents to impact the lives of those...
Norma Black
Mar 6, 2015
Mrs. Norma "Ann" A. Black, age 99, passed away Friday, March 6, 2015. She was born in Williamston, Michigan on February 13, 1916 to William & Alma (McGowan) Goetz and married Gifford Black on August 23, 1947. Mrs. Black had been employed as a laborer for Sealed Power and then as a veterinary assistant for Dr. Dykema & Dr....
Sara J. Larabee
Mar 5, 2015
Mrs. Sara J. Larabee, age 78, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on May 25, 1936 to Ira & Beulah (Gloyne) Bickford and married Martin Larabee on September 15, 1956. Sara was a member of Fruitport Congregational United Church of Christ. Mrs. Larabee had been a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed...
Jilleen J. Graves
Mar 5, 2015
Jilleen J. Graves, 57, of Ravenna MI passed away peacefully in her home on March 5, 2015 surrounded by her family after battling cancer for the past year. She was born April 23,1957 to Leonard and Barbara Buys of North Muskegon. Jill married Danial E. Graves on August 24, 1985. She was employed at Herman Miller Inc. She is...
Charles F. Von Hohenstein
Mar 5, 2015
Although his life was filled with numerous experiences that enriched his journey, there was nothing that was more precious to Charles Von Hohenstein than sharing his days with the ones he loved most. He was a lifelong resident of the Muskegon community, and with his warm, approachable, and genuine demeanor he was the sort of person whom everyone wanted...
Thomas Olson
Mar 3, 2015
Thomas Olson, age 85, passed away March 3, 2015. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan to George and Dorothy (Poland) Olson. As a student at Muskegon High School he worked after school and on weekends at his family's business, Olson's Music House on Western Avenue. He attended Muskegon Community College and then completed his degree in Business at Michigan...
Edward Pranger
Feb 25, 2015
Mr. Edward Pranger, age 87, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2015. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 3, 1927 to Edward & Flora Pranger and married the former Patricia Jones in 1974. She preceded him in death in 2008. He then married Donna DeCan on July 3, 2010. Mr. Pranger was a supervisor at Anderson-Bolling Mfg. for...
Patricia Julian
Feb 24, 2015
Mrs. Patricia Louana Julian, age 83, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 9, 1931 to Leo & Esther Fouts and married Ralph Hillard and then Orville Julian. Patricia was a loving wife, mother and grandmother and member of the Grand Haven American Legion. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Daughters, Linda...
Kayle J. Depoy
Feb 22, 2015
Throughout his rich and rewarding life, Kayle J. DePoy was faith-filled, wise, and intentional in the way he lived each and every day he was given. He was never boisterous or overbearing in his beliefs, rather, he gently led others to know the Lord of his life. A more devoted family man would be hard to find, and the...
Eldon Pusey
Feb 21, 2015
Mr. Eldon Pusey, age 89, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2015. He was born in Shelby, Michigan on February 5, 1926 to Thomas & Nellie (Hanson) Pusey and served his country during WWII. Eldon was employed as a machinist at Teledyne Continental Motors for 34 years until retiring. SURVIVORS Several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by...
Graske Charles Jr.
Feb 20, 2015
Mr. Charles E. "Chuck" Graske, age 75, passed away Friday, February 20, 2015. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 30, 1939 to Charles & Ethel (Abrams) Graske and married the former Carol Renshaw. A graduate of Martin High School, he received his Bachelors degree from the Michigan State University College of Engineering. He was a former member...
Marjorie Ritter
Feb 20, 2015
A lifelong resident of the Muskegon community, Marjorie Ritter was kind and gracious toward everyone she met. She was a loving wife, mother, and homemaker who was resourceful and deeply devoted to caring for the loved ones who were her greatest source of pride and joy. Later in life Marjorie was thrilled to become a grandmother, and when her...
Barbara Swanson
Feb 18, 2015
Mrs. Barbara Marie Swanson, age 81, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2015. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 4, 1933 to Mark & Svea (Nelson) Stordahl and married Richard Swanson on April 28, 1986. Mrs. Swanson was employed as a bookkeeper at Parmenter, Forsythe & Rude for 10 years. She was a long time member of Samuel...
Arthur "Bud" Hilton
Feb 16, 2015
Arthur R. Bud Hilton was an energetic man with multiple skills and a big heart. He loved his family dearly and made time for them amid his busy schedule and business ventures. He was an example to his children and grandchildren, who benefitted from his work ethic and playful spirit. Being the outgoing person that he was, Bud was...
Mary Gust Bytwerk
Feb 13, 2015
Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, Mary Gust Bytwerk was a humble woman whose heart beat to love, serve and care for others. She was an active part of the community she called home throughout her entire life, and she was the sort of person whom everyone seemed to know. Blessed to find love not...
Edith Smith
Feb 12, 2015
Mrs. Edith S. Smith, age 101, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, February 12, 2015. She was born the ninth of ten children in Gladstone, Michigan on August 22, 1913 to Emil & Anna (Erickson) Smith. Edith was the oldest member of Broadway Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, great grandmother and friend to all....
