Robert "Joe" Vanlueven
Oct 12, 2013
Mr. Robert 'Joe' VanLeuven, age 82, died Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Seminole Shores Living Center after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born in Detroit, MI on April 17, 1931 to Joseph & Olive VanLeuven and was a graduate of Wayne State University and University of Michigan Law School. Joe served his country in the US...
Jerry C. "Pig" Bollenbach
Oct 9, 2013
All who knew Jerry Pig Bollenbach would agree that he put the sparkle into the world around him. With an unlimited spirit of generosity as his constant companion, he never hesitated to help someone in any way he could, even if that meant that he went without. Jerry wasnt one to pretend to be someone he was not, and...
Marilyn Brash
Oct 7, 2013
Marilyn Jean Brashs journey through life began on a cold fall day, November 1, 1925, in the town of Detroit, Michigan, when Lloyd and Pearl (Ledward) Westover received one more treat after Halloween - their third daughter. Marilyn's two sisters, June and Arlene, joined her in the Westover family. Her dad was a real estate agent while her mother...
Florence Dalton
Oct 6, 2013
Mrs. Florence E. Dalton, age 91, passed away Sunday, October 6, 2013. She was born in Montague, MI on April 10, 1922 to Herman & Ruth (Ramthun) Lehman and married Thomas B. Dalton on July 8, 1950. Mrs. Dalton had been employed as a bookkeeper and taught piano for years until retiring. She was a member of First Congregational...
Wayne Golden
Oct 5, 2013
Mr. Wayne S. Golden, age 59, died Saturday, October 5, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 20, 1954 to Francis & Doris (Nichols) Golden and married the former Rose Marie Lafay on September 5, 1982. Mr. Golden had been employed at Eagle Ottawa Leather CO. for 33 years. He enjoyed music, joking around and race cars....
Thurlo Allison
Oct 5, 2013
Mr. Thurlo. Allison, age 83, died Saturday, October 5, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on March 31, 1930 to William & Blanche (Pettigrove) Allison and served in the US Navy. Mr. Allison had been a spring maker at American Coil Springs until retiring. He was a member of Cloverville Baptist Church, Muskegon Hts. and Fruitport Eagles. Thurlo...
Beverly Anne Kelley
Oct 1, 2013
Many characteristics make up the lives of many great people, but those derived from the heart are the qualities that leave a forever imprint on the hearts of others. Selfless and encouraging, Bev Kelley was strong of heart and very supportive of those she held dear. She always placed the needs of others before her own, and was equally...
Steven Charles Ogle
Sep 29, 2013
Taken from his loved ones much too soon, Steven Ogle was a blessing to all who were within his reach. His life was filled with family, fun, and plenty of love, and his zest for life was contagious to all who knew him. Stevens greatest joy was found in the moments he shared with his mother and siblings whether...
Carolyn Clock
Sep 29, 2013
Avid traveller and compassionate nurse, social butterfly and spirited cheerleader these are just a few of the many roles Carolyn Clock played throughout her life. By far her most important role, however, and the one closest to her heart, was Carolyns role as wife, mother, and grandmother. She was utterly devoted to her family, and never happier than when...
Veedra Schultz
Sep 27, 2013
Ms. Veedra L. Schultz, age 59, passed away Friday, September 27, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on September 9, 1954 to Robert Schultz & Elaine Gilchrist. Ms. Schultz had been employed as a bus driver for various places. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Daughters, Jean (Joshua) DeGroat of Muskegon, Tanya (Kenneth II) Tice of Muskegon, Cinda...
Robert Hiles
Sep 27, 2013
Mr. Robert "Bob" G. Hiles, age 66, passed away Friday, September 27, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on June 17, 1947 to Robert & Geraldine (Shannon) Hiles and served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He married the former Constance Falzone and had been Captain of Police for the City of Muskegon for...
Ruth King
Sep 20, 2013
Miss Ruth E. King, age 64, died Friday, September 20, 2013. She was born in Warren, OH on September 22, 1948 to William & Claire (Wile) King. Miss King earned her B.A. at Michigan State University, M.A. at the University of Minnesota, and was employed as a Physical Education Teacher at Mona Shores Public Schools for years. She will...
Alice Van Haften
Sep 20, 2013
Mrs. Alice F. Van Haften, age 89, passed away Friday, September 20, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 10, 1924 to Leonard & Gladys (Peterson) Vanderstelt and married William Van Haften. Mrs. Van Haften was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Bethany Christian Reformed Church of Muskegon and later Westview Christian...
Arthur Rude
Sep 19, 2013
Local legendary trial lawyer Arthur M. Rude, devoted husband of Vivian L. Rude of North Muskegon passed away on September 19, 2013 at the age of 93. He was born to Norwegian parents, Minnie and John Rude, April 24, 1920 in East Jordan, Michigan. Art began his legal career while in high school on the debating team, where he...
Dr. Douglas "Doc" Carlson
Sep 16, 2013
Dr. Douglas M. "Doc" Carlson, age 78, passed away Monday, September 16, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 28, 1935 to Lawrence & Blanch (Anderson) Carlson. Dr. Carlson had been a Chiropractor who owned his own practice for 54 years. He was a lifetime member of Sigma Phi Kappa Fraternity & member of the Fraternal Order...
Andrew "Hank" Drelles
Sep 15, 2013
Throughout his rich and rewarding life, there was nothing that was more near and dear to the heart of Andrew Hank Drelles than his family. He was a hardworking and honorable man who was quite the handyman, too. Hank was a devoted husband and father whose fun-loving personality was at the heart of numerous family adventures. He loved traveling,...
Ella Mccaffey
Sep 12, 2013
Mrs. Ella M. McCaffey, age 87, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 9, 1926 to Adolf & Alma (Carrier) Stenberg and married Emmet McCaffey on June 6, 1973. Mrs. McCaffey had been employed as an inspector at Standard Automotive for 20 years until retiring. SURVIVORS Nephews, Jim (Diana) Ehnen, Rodney (Marietta)...
Judy Burns
Sep 11, 2013
Mrs. Judy K. Burns, age 68, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 3, 1945 to Lola Hall and adopted by Cliff Corder later when her mother married. Judy married Edward Burns on December 3, 1984 and had been employed as a Home Health Aide at Mercy VNS for years. She was...
Adele Myers
Sep 11, 2013
Mrs. Adele A. Myers, age 86, passed away Wednesday, September 11, 2013. She was born in Irons, MI on March 1, 1927 to Anton & Barbara (Lasinsk) Masunas and married Herman Myers on January 26, 1948. Mrs. Myers had been employed as a Wax Inspector at Howmet for years until retiring. She was a member of Christ Community Congregational...
Jerry Davis
Sep 8, 2013
Mr. Jerry R. Davis, age 63, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2013 at home. He was born in Obion, TN on February 12, 1950 to Hershel & Mary (Ellis) Davis and married the former Peggy Sue Weck on March 18, 1967. Mr. Davis had been employed as a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Muskegon County Road Commission for 33...