Douglas Berge
Feb 3, 2014
Mr. Douglas A. Berge, age 57, died Monday, February 3, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 9, 1956 to Arthur & Grace (VanderVelde) Berge. Mr. Berge had been employed as a heavy equipment operator and brick layer at Tridonn Construction. Doug was an avid fisherman who was a gifted woodworker. SURVIVORS Brother, Michael (Sheri) Berge and...
Christopher Rodriguez
Feb 2, 2014
Chris Rocko Rodriguez was one of those unforgettable people who come into our lives and we are never the same. With a personality all his own, Chris lived in the moment and lived life to the fullest. A stranger to none, he was a soft hearted man who would have given the shirt off his back to anyone in...
Thomas Anderson
Feb 1, 2014
When reflecting on the life of Thomas Anderson, words such as compassionate, courageous, and devoted come to mind, however, it was his unwavering faith that will be his lasting legacy. Second only to his faith was the love he had for his family as he viewed them as his most priceless treasure. Tom was a dedicated husband and father...
Dr. John "Jack" Farmer Md
Feb 1, 2014
Although he accomplished so much of which to be proud, John Jack Campbell Farmer, M.D. was a humble man whose greatest source of pride and joy was his beloved family. He was well known and loved in his community with a desire to serve his patients to the best of his ability. Jack traveled the world over, and although...
Wayne L. "Buck" Stiller
Jan 28, 2014
Wayne Stiller was many things to many people, but most importantly, he was a good hearted man who did his best to show concern, care and kindness to those around him. He was a loving father, good friend and mentor, and took interest in the lives of others. With his great sense of humor, he brightened the days of...
Russell Fairfield
Jan 28, 2014
Mr. Russell B. Fairfield, born May 5, 1919 to Emma and George Fairfield in Muskegon, went to be with his Lord on January 28, 2014. He was 94 years old. He was the widower of Audree M. Fairfield who passed away after 60 years of marriage. They were high school sweethearts having attended Muskegon High School. Russ served his...
Burton Welmers
Jan 26, 2014
With a life that spanned times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want, Burton Welmers lived a life of purpose each day. He was never one to worry about building wealth or accumulating possessions, rather, he made it his focus to spend as much time as he could with the ones he loved....
Diane Larson
Jan 25, 2014
Diane Marie Larson was an amazing woman, thanks to the goodness of God. To name just a few of her qualities is to shortchange the way her family and friends feel about her. Yet these descriptors are an attempt to portray the person they love and honor. Diane was vibrant, giving, thoughtful, selfless, adventurous, intelligent, and sentimental. She was...
Patricia Flint
Jan 21, 2014
Mrs. Patricia Ann Flint died peacefully on January 21, 2014 at Christian Care Senior Care in Muskegon where she lived and laughed with friends. She was born to Lawrence and Eleanor Sullivan on November 28, 1939 in Muskegon MI. She was a Muskegon Heights graduate. SURVIVORS She is survived by her children, Deborah (Randy) Brown, Jeffery (Kelly) Camburn, Ann...
Francis Scott
Jan 18, 2014
Francis Donald Scott "Scotty", age 91, passed away on Saturday afternoon, January 18, following a short illness. He was born March 23, 1922 in Genessee , MI, the youngest child of Paul and Eleanor Scott. In 1960 he married the late Mary Elizabeth Moore and together they raised five girls. During WWII he proudly served in the 151st Signal...
Billy Roberts
Jan 17, 2014
Although his life was filled with countless experiences and things that greatly enriched his journey, there was nothing more near and dear to the heart of Billy Roberts than the family he viewed as his priceless treasure. He was a man of honor and integrity who believed in giving back to the world around him. Billy took his roles...
Maurice Vanderstelt
Jan 17, 2014
Maurice B. Vanderstelt, age 74, died Friday, January 17, 2014. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 25, 1939 to Gerrit (Boucamp)Vanderstelt. Mr.Vanderstelt had been employed as a shipping clerk at American Coil Spring. SURVIVORS Son, Maurice Vanderstelt Jr.; daughter Laura Tenbrink & son-in-law, Leo Johnson; 4 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; close friends, Bill & Sandy Rake. He...
Clifford Earl Dykstra
Jan 17, 2014
Although his life was filled with numerous experiences that enriched his journey, there was nothing that Clifford Dykstra loved more than being surrounded by his loved ones. He had an adventurous spirit and lived an active lifestyle while being ever mindful of others. Clifford shared much of his lifes journey with his true love, and together they took in...
Donald Dekuiper
Jan 16, 2014
Mr. Donald J. DeKuiper, age 90, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2014. He was born in Fremont, MI on May 9, 1923 to LaVern & Dena (Niebor) DeKuiper and lived most of his growing up years in Fremont where he graduated from Fremont High School in 1941. In 1942 he joined the US Army and served in the European...
Sally Funkhouser
Jan 13, 2014
Sally Funkhouser viewed her role as Mom as both her highest calling and her greatest blessing. She was known for her selfless love not only within her family, but also within the community she called home throughout the majority of her life. Sally was the rock of her family. She was there for her children throughout their lives in...
Robert Lamb
Jan 10, 2014
Mr. Robert Lee Lamb, age 79, passed away Friday, January 10, 2014. He was born in Flint, MI on December 18, 1934 to Harold & Clara (Boss) Lamb and served his country in the Marine Corp during the Korean Conflict. He married the former Dorine Paquin on November 10, 1979 and had been employed by several factories in the...
Tanyia Moore
Jan 10, 2014
Miss Tanyia J. Moore, age 2, passed away Friday, January 10, 2014 at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on May 25, 2011 to Tyrie Moore & Taylor Nordstrom. Tanyia was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Parents, Tyrie Moore & Taylor Nordstrom; brother, Braiden; sister, Aubree; grandparents, Carol & Dave Nordstrom;...
Ruth Lulofs Toxopeus
Jan 10, 2014
Mrs. Ruth A. Toxopeus, age 92, died Friday, January 10, 2014. She was born in Muskegon, MI on December 8, 1921 to Herman & Sadie (Stahl) Lulofs. Her husband, Fred M. Toxopeus died March 18, 1976, several years after their move to Bear Lake (Manistee County). Ruth moved to Spring Lake Township in 1987 then back to Muskegon in...
Patricia Schoenmaker
Jan 9, 2014
Mrs. Patricia B. Schoenmaker, age 78, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2014. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 27, 1935 to Max & Hope (Housour) Hodges and married Robert Schoenmaker on May 21, 1955. Mrs. Schoenmaker had been a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed camping, knitting, gardening and birds. But foremost was always her family....
