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...
Rita Vangennep
Mar 27, 2014
Mrs. Loretta J. "Rita" VanGennep, age 96, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2014. She was born in Marshalltown, IA on February 22, 1918 to Aretus & Cidemrus (McDonald) Bogardus and married William VanGennep on April 18, 1942. Mrs. VanGennep had been a hairdresser and then a secretary, and also worked in an ammunition factory during WWII. She was a...
Elizabeth "Betty" May
Mar 27, 2014
All who know Elizabeth Betty May would agree that she was one of the sweetest people around. She was never one to worry about measuring success according to the worlds standards, rather, it was her unwavering faith and the love she shared with her family that were her cause for feeling richly blessed. Betty was a loving wife and...
William Keller Iii
Mar 27, 2014
Mr. William Fredrick Keller III, age 78, died Wednesday, March 26, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 30, 1935 to William & Margaret (Crotty) Keller. Bill served his country in the US Army and US Air Force where he was stationed in various locations in the US, Japan, and Korea. Bill married the love of his...
Teresa Abel
Mar 23, 2014
Mrs. Teresa Ellen Abel, age 63, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2014. She was born in Hillsdale, MI on June 8, 1950 to Myrland "Moon" & Ruthetta (Torrey) Grimm and married Stephen Abel. Mrs. Abel had been a secretary at Wesley School for 32 years. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who was a member of the...
Joy Ford
Mar 22, 2014
Ms. Joy L. Ford, age 90, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2014. She was born in Muskegon, MI on November 24, 1923 to Harold & Agnes (Chalquist) Ford. Ms. Ford had been employed as a Registered Nurse at for various places until retiring. She was a member of Bluffton Church and loved her family and pets. SURVIVORS Brother, Jack...
Robert Wiggins
Mar 21, 2014
Mr. Robert E. Wiggins, age 78, passed away Friday, March 21, 2014 at his home. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 13, 1935 to David & Alice (Linn) Wiggins. Mr. Wiggins had been a truck driver until retiring. Bob was a loving father and grandfather and long time member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles. He...
Lenny Dault
Mar 21, 2014
Mr. Lenny Christopher Dault, age 50, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family and friends from colon cancer Friday, March 21, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 15, 1963 to Edward & Shirley (Henigan) Dault. Lenny had been employed at Herman Miller Inc. for 15 years and Howmet the last 6 months. He was...
Douglas M. Leybourne, Sr.
Mar 17, 2014
With a life that spanned nearly a century, Douglas Leybourne was a vibrant, hardworking, and successful man who was an inspiration to others. There was no guesswork when it came to what was right and what was wrong in his book, yet he was never boisterous or overbearing in his thoughts and beliefs. Doug was a devoted husband and...
Brenda Boeve
Mar 16, 2014
Mrs. Brenda L. Boeve, age 58, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2014 at the University of Michigan Medical Center. She was born in Easton, PA on November 18, 1955 to Dr. John & Patricia (Manning) Mannix and married Rick Boeve on January 31, 1975. Brenda had been the owner of Harbor Town Insurance Agency for over 20 years. She...
David "Big Dave" Van Dyke
Mar 14, 2014
Mr. David "Big Dave" P. Van Dyke, age 67, went to be with his Lord Friday, March 14, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 28, 1946 to Garry & Elizabeth (Ryke) Van Dyke. Mr. Van Dyke had been employed as a mechanic at Chum's Auto and Port City Race Cars for over 40 years. He attended...
Randy "Rj" Spyker
Mar 12, 2014
Perhaps by chance, or mere circumstance, there are some people who walk into our lives and our hearts are never the same. Whether loving family member or friend near or far, Randy Spyker was one of those special individuals who loved unconditionally and gave from the heart. Through kind and caring ways, he easily conveyed his feelings towards others....
