Millicent Adelia Eva Basch
Jun 24, 2013
Millicent Adelia Eva Basch was a caring mother and grandmother and a friend to many. She was thoughtful and sweet, tolerant and gracious. She welcomed many into her life and home, entertaining at her lake house and becoming involved in numerous social activities. As much as she enjoyed traveling, she was most happy spending time with her children and...
James Bradbury
Jun 21, 2013
The life of James Bradbury will be remembered in countless ways. Although dearly missed, he leaves a lasting legacy of a man with a fun-loving spirit who dedicated his time and efforts for the benefit of all. He successfully cultivated his family business, yet never set aside his enjoyment for living and the love of family. For these things...
Wilburn Forton
Jun 20, 2013
Mr. Wilburn R. Forton, age 88, passed away Thursday, June 20, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 17, 1924 to Arthur & Marie (Heim) Forton and served in the US Army during WWII. He married the former Dorothy Perkins on October 20, 1951. Mr. Forton had been employed as a machinist at American Coil Springs for...
Joann Gray
Jun 19, 2013
Mrs. Jo Ann (Dean) Gray, age 68, died Wednesday, June 19, 2013. She was born in Lincolnville, SC on April 14, 1945 to Joe & Margery (Easterling) Dean and married Larry Gray in 1965. Mrs. Gray had been employed at Jefferson Towers for years. She was a active member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and well as...
Rebecca Kepford
Jun 17, 2013
Mrs. Rebecca May (Cross) Kepford, age 91, died Monday, June 17, 2013. She was born in Ypsilanti, MI on April 8, 1922 and graduated from high school in Detroit in 1939. Rebecca married Harry G. Kepford in 1947 who worked at Teledyne Continental Motors until retiring. SURVIVORS She is survived by her children, Pamela Kepford of WA, Kathleen (Greg)...
Joseph Gaul
Jun 10, 2013
Mr. Joseph W. Gaul, age 59, passed away Monday, June 10, 2013 at home. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 27, 1953 to Theodore & Clara (Wilson) Gaul. Mr. Gaul had been employed as a Lab Technician at Brunswick for 14 years. Joseph enjoyed Star Trek, scuba diving and listening to NPR Radio. He will be greatly...
Ellen Lee Achterhof
Jun 10, 2013
Anyone who knew Ellen Achterhof will realize how difficult it is to fully capture her personality in words caring, supportive, comforting, generous, encouraging, patient, helpful are just a few of the adjectives which leap to mind. The simple truth of the matter is that Ellen possessed the rare ability to perceive others needs accurately, and the even rarer willingness...
Will Rodriguez
Jun 9, 2013
Mr. William "Will" J. G. Rodriguez, age 24, died Sunday, June 9, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 2, 1988 to William & Judith (Perez) Rodriguez and graduated from Muskegon High School. Will had been employed in the food service industry and enjoyed skate boarding and biking. He will be greatly missed by his family and...
Robert Hilleary
Jun 9, 2013
If a mans worth is determined by the impact he made in the world around him, then Robert Hilleary would have wealth beyond measure as he was a man of great character who lived to serve those around him. He was known for his impeccable work ethic as he wholeheartedly applied himself to whatever task was at hand. Bob...
Barbara Holwerda
Jun 8, 2013
Mrs. Barbara J. Holwerda, age 89, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2013. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on April 24, 1924 to Oscar & Marie Bennett and married Sidney Holwerda on March 18, 1946. Mrs. Holwerda had been a beautician with her own business for years. She was a member of Calvary Bible Church. SURVIVORS Husband of...
June Gehman
Jun 4, 2013
June was born June 4, 1926 and passed away peacefully on her 87th birthday at her home, Christian Care in Muskegon, MI. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Gehman. Bob and June resided in Ravenna, MI most of their lives. They later moved to Muskegon, MI. June enjoyed walking, gardening, poetry, and most importantly, her family....
Mildred "Millie" Lehmer
Jun 2, 2013
Intelligent and determined, when it came to achieving her goals Millie Lehmer was like a force of nature. Friends affectionately described her as feisty, and the words Dont mess with Millie! might as well have painted above her door. Beneath her iron resolve, however, beat a kind and caring heart, and Millie was deeply attached to her beloved friends...
Marian L. Mcintyre
May 31, 2013
With a life that spanned nearly a century, Marian McIntyre made a significant impact in the lives of countless people around her in such a special way. She was gracious and kindhearted with just the right amount of spunk thrown in. Marian was a devoted mother to be sure, but she just may have argued that becoming a grandmother...
Nancy Montgomery
May 28, 2013
Mrs. Nancy A. Montgomery, age 59, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2013. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on March 4, 1954 to Henry & Margaret (Kueken) Klugas and married Jerry Montgomery on July 16, 1977. Nancy was a partner of Jerry's Berries with her loving husband Jerry for years. She was an avid quilter and gardener who...
Jesus "Jesse" Flores
May 25, 2013
Mr. Jesus "Jesse" Flores, age 75, died Saturday, May 25, 2013. He was born in San Patricio County, Texas on February 9, 1938 to Adam & Maria (Reyes) Flores and served his country in the US Air Force. Mr. Flores had been employed by CWC Textron and Eagle Ottawa Leather before starting Flamingos Restaurant. He loved to golf. SURVIVORS...
Helen Kingsbury
May 24, 2013
Helen Kingsbury, beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great-grandmother went to be with her Lord on May 24, 2013. Born July 26, 1922, she lived the greater share of her life in Muskegon. Although she lived in other places and traveled to many, there was no place like Muskegon to her. She attended Muskegon Heights Schools and Howell School...
Nancy Mckinley
May 23, 2013
Mrs. Nancy J. McKinley, age 72, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2013. She was born in Dayton Ohio, on June 1, 1940 to Richard & Genevieve (Lambert) Crouch and married Harry McKinley on February 28, 1959. Mrs. McKinley had been employed as a Church Secretary. She was a member of Central United Methodist Church and enjoyed volunteer work, bowling,...
Helen Dorkowski
May 20, 2013
Helen T. Dorkowski, died Feb. 17, 2013. She was born June 11, 1924 in Muskegon MI. Helen had been employed for 25 years by Muskegon Federal Savings and Loan from which she retired, as well as, an active member and Eucharistic Minister at St. Michael's Catholic Church. SURVIVORS Several beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by...
Robert Smead
May 20, 2013
All who knew Robert Smead would agree that he put the spice into life. If he was around, one was sure to know it as his laughter and antics were his constant companion. Bob was a hardworking man whose family was the driving force behind his desire to succeed as he took his roles as husband, father, and provider...
Jean Peoples
May 19, 2013
Jean Geraldine Peoples nee Hoeker, was born Sept 8, 1925 to Gerrit & Jennie Hoeker in Muskegon MI. She was the youngest of seven children: Henrietta, Grace, Burt, Elise, Dolly, and Alex. As a teenager she spent time with her best friend Nell and quit high school in the ninth grade to go to work at Montgomery Ward. She...