Joseph Vandyke
Apr 15, 2014
Mr. Joseph L. VanDyke, age 67, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 21, 1946 to Jack & Loella (Cooper) VanDyke and served his country in the US Marine Corp during the Vietnam Era. Joe married the former Marita Morris on September 16, 1989 and had been employed as a electrician in...
Rose Peterman
Apr 14, 2014
Mrs. Rose V. Peterman, age 98, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2014, the day before her ninety ninth birthday. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 15, 1915 and enjoyed her full life here in the city. On April 9, 1947 she married Louis J. Peterman. He was co-owner of the Pine Street Furniture Company. Rose...
Ruth Chittenden
Apr 13, 2014
Mrs. Ruth M. Chittenden, age 89, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014. She was born in Arkansas on March 28, 1925 to Charles & Sarah Hittle. Mrs. Chittenden had been employed as a nurse for Dr. Oliphant for years. She loved to garden, fish and travel. SURVIVORS Daughter, Lila (Jim) Boney; sons, Howard (Donna) Judd, Robert Judd, David Judd,...
Betty Houston
Apr 10, 2014
Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, there was nothing that Betty Houston considered to be of greater significance than serving the Lord she loved with all her heart. She was warm and gracious with an inviting demeanor that made her a stranger to none and a friend to all. A devoted mother if ever there...
June Zillman
Apr 10, 2014
June P. Zillman, passed away Friday, April 11, 2014 at the age of 84. She was born on June 4, 1929 to David & Rose (Polack) Zillman in Cambridge MA. Her diverse careers led her to the CIA in Washington DC, IRS auditor in Boston and her work in the Psych Ward at Mass General Hospital. She moved to...
James W. Decker
Apr 10, 2014
A man of honor, integrity, and sound moral character, James Decker was an extraordinary man to know and love. It was clear to see by the way he lived his life that he wholeheartedly applied himself to whatever task was at hand as he was a firm believer in the notion that anything worth doing is worth doing to...
Carolyn Mylenek
Apr 9, 2014
Mrs. Carolyn S. Mylenek, age 68, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2014. She was born in Beebe, Arkansas on February 16, 1946 to R. T. & Earlene (Dunkin) McKinney Jr. and married John Mylenek on August 23, 1969. Mrs. Mylenek had been employed as a Nurses Aide at Sanctuary at the Oaks for 34 years until retiring in 2009....
Josie Lanore
Apr 7, 2014
Mrs. Josie. LaNore, age 82, passed away Monday, April 7, 2014. She was born in Fruitport, MI on July 12, 1931 to Nicholas & Anna (Tyndyke) Gleban and married Raynold LaNore on October 22, 1949. Mrs. LaNore had been a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed camping, fishing, baking, porcelain dolls and bird watching. But foremost was always...
Carlotta M. Barnes
Apr 4, 2014
Although she accomplished a great many things throughout her life, there was nothing that spoke more highly of Carlotta Barnes than raising two daughters to know and love the Lord. With faith as her constant companion, she lived to love and serve others whether her daughters, her church family, or others in need of a little tender loving care....
Ernest Smith Jr.
Apr 3, 2014
Mr. Ernest "Ernie" S. Smith, age 66, died Thursday, April 3, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on April 18, 1947 to Ernest & Lenore (Dellinger) Smith. Mr. Smith had been employed at CWC Textron and for Animal Control. He was a member of Crestwood United Methodist Church. Ernie liked listening to music and even managed a band....
Naomi Johnson
Apr 3, 2014
Although her life was filled with countless experiences that enriched her lifes journey, there was nothing that was of greater importance to Naomi Johnson than spending time with the ones she loved. She was a sports fanatic if ever there was one, and she loved sharing this passion with her sister. A devoted wife and loving mother, Naomi lived...
Carol Greenert
Apr 3, 2014
Ms. Carol. Greenert, age 66, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014 at Heartland Health Care Center-Knollview. She was born in Muskegon, MI on December 12, 1947 to Edwin & Ida (Resseguie) Greenert. Carol had been employed as a machinist for years. She enjoyed nature, her birds and cats. SURVIVORS Siblings, Kathryn Schaub, Louann Cottrell, Gary (Jackie) Greenert, Donald Greenert...
Eleanor Schoonbeck
Apr 2, 2014
Mrs. Eleanor M. Schoonbeck, age 91, died Wednesday, April 2, 2014. She was born in Blue Island, IL on March 24, 1923 to John & Anna (Baraucek) Lorenz and married Joseph Schoonbeck on April 27, 1946. Mrs. Schoonbeck had been employed in food service at Mona Shores Public School until retiring. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Sons, Donald...
Linda Agerstrand
Apr 2, 2014
Mrs. Linda J. "Zom" Agerstrand, age 62, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2014. She was born in Muskegon, MI on May 30, 1951 to Jason & Arlene (Snyder) Bates and married Michael Agerstrand on January 27, 1972. Mrs. Agerstrand had been employed as a paraprofessional at Beach Elementary for 17 years until retiring in 2013. Zom enjoyed playing pool,...
Gloria Whipple
Apr 1, 2014
Mrs. Gloria J. Whipple, age 68, passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2014. She was born in Petoskey, MI on January 19, 1946 to Ralph & Betty (Marshall) Johnston. Mrs. Whipple had been a cook at Bob Evans for 20 years until retiring in 2009. She attended Shiloh Tabernacle Church and will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Sons, Daniel (Amy) Engler...
Audrey Stevens
Mar 31, 2014
Mrs. Audrey A. Stevens, age 93, died Monday, March 31, 2014 at Harbor Hospice Poppen House. She was born in Marshfield, WI on August 29, 1920 to Harry & Lucille (David) Warner and married William E. Stevens on April 1, 1936. Mrs. Stevens had been employed as a clerk at Hardy Herpolsheimers Department Store for 29 years until retiring...
Brian Moore
Mar 31, 2014
Mr. Brian J. Moore, age 54, died Monday, March 31, 2014. He was born in Kalamazo MI on December 18, 1959 to James & Ronna (Loomis) Moore and served in the National Guard. Mr. Moore had been employed at Eagle Alloy as a welder/grinder for 12 years. SURVIVORS Significant other, Barbara Phillips; children, Michael Smith, Angela Smith; Margaret Ball,...
Gene Swiftney
Mar 28, 2014
A man who loved and honored his country, Gene Swiftney lived life to the fullest while filling his days with the people and things he loved. He was mechanically minded and a well respected mechanic within the community he called home throughout his entire life. It was during his sunset years that he discovered and embraced the Christian faith...
Dorothy Forton
Mar 28, 2014
Mrs. Dorothy A. Forton, age 85, passed away Friday, March 28, 2014. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 24, 1928 to Clare & Anna (Schrier) Perkins and married Wilburn Forton on October 20, 1951. Mrs. Forton had been employed as a secretary at Muskegon Public Schools for 20 years until retiring in 1995. She was a member...