Larry Crossno
Dec 10, 2013
Mr. Larry D. Crossno, age 53, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 31, 1960 to Elvis & Carolyn (Whitman) Crossno and will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Brother, Dalton (Colleen) Crossno; niece and nephews, Nathan, Noah (Missy), Natalie Crossno; great niece, Hannah; his Benston Home family, especially Jesse, Connie and Yolanda. He...
Betty Weise
Dec 9, 2013
Betty Jane Weise was an active woman, skilled professional and superb mother. She contributed to her community in her career and as a volunteer. Being independent, honest and hard working, she taught her children to have the same values, and by her own accomplishments, she showed that anything was possible. Betty always had time for her family and set...
Elsie Schillaci
Dec 6, 2013
Mrs. Elsie E. Schillaci, age 100, passed away Friday, December 6, 2013. She was born in Milwaukee, WI on November 26, 1913 to Henry & Lydia (Jaschke) Weich and married Aron Schillaci on June 23, 1934. Mrs. Schillaci, along with her husband Aron, had been owners of Aron's Restaurants for years. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Son, Henry...
John A." Jack " Boukamp
Dec 6, 2013
Hardworking and reliable, fun and outgoing, Jack Boukamp was a man who both earned peoples trust and brightened their day. He was kind-hearted, and always had time to help a friend or a neighbor in need. Above all else, Jack was devoted to his family, and was never happier than when surrounded by those he loved. Jacks memory will...
Donna R. Bomers
Dec 5, 2013
Although there were numerous experiences that Donna Bomers treasured throughout her life, there was nothing that was more near and dear to her heart than the loved ones she cherished. The way before her was not always easy, but she carried herself with a quiet strength coupled with an unwavering faith that were an inspiration to all who knew...
Helen Clark
Dec 3, 2013
Mrs. Helen M. Clark, age 93, died Tuesday, December 3, 2013 at Providence Healthcare & Rehab. She was born in Gaylord, MI on August 31, 1920 to Myron & Myrtle (Barriger) Schoolcraft and married Charles Clark in March 25, 1938. Mrs. Clark had been employed for many years as electrical assembly line worker at Grand Transformers and more recently...
Richard Jespersen
Dec 2, 2013
Mr. Richard F. Jespersen, age 77, passed away Monday, December 2, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 28, 1936 to Frederick & Virginia (Lee) Jespersen and served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He married his soul mate Emilie Vanas on November 30, 1957. Mr. Jespersen had been employed as a...
Gustav Becker
Dec 1, 2013
Mr. Gustav A. Becker, age 79, passed away Sunday, December 1, 2013. He was born on May 23, 1934 to Gustav & Olga (Paschke) Becker and married the former Verna Raskiewicz on July 6, 1984. Mr. Becker had been employed at Kandu Industries for years. He enjoyed talking to his friends and watching old movies. SURVIVORS Wife of 29...
Merrill Bailey
Nov 30, 2013
Merrill Sherman Bailey was a man of distinction in his family and community life. Having endured hardships at an early age, Merrill knew the value of faith and commitment. He was strong in his convictions and determined to make life good for those around him. His civic pride gave rise to municipal successes, and his love of family sustained...
Phillip "Rick" Stenberg
Nov 30, 2013
Fun-loving and quirky, Rick Stenberg was a real character. He loved to tell stories, and was always interested in what people had to say. Whenever he and his wife, Jill, went out to eat, he would spend half the time talking to people at other tables, and he once spent 20 minutes talking on the phone to a wrong...
Mary Ann Seelman
Nov 29, 2013
Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, Mary Ann Seelman was a humble and fun-loving woman who lived a life to serve those around her. No one met her and left unchanged whether her family, friends, or the students she inspired to do their best. With the love of her life by her side for more...
Robert J. "Bob" Cejmer
Nov 28, 2013
Mr. Robert "Bob" J. Cejmer, age 78, died Thursday, November 28, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 6, 1934 to Stanley & Helen (Korofczyk) Cejmer. Mr. Cejmer served his country in the U.S.Army during WWII. Bob had been employed as a machinist at American Coil Spring for 35 years until retiring. He was a member of...
June Brezinski
Nov 24, 2013
Mrs. Mary "June" Brezinski, age 91, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013. She was born in Fremont, MI on November 13, 1922 to George & Minnie (Anderson) Matthews and married George Brezinski on September 30, 1944. Mrs. Brezinski had been parts finisher at Misco for 15 years until retiring in 1959. She was a member of the Muskegon Moose...
Barbara Terpenning
Nov 24, 2013
A gentle, kindhearted, and courageous person, Barbara Terpenning was an extraordinary woman to know and love. She worked hard in everything she did, and she lived each and every day she was given to the fullest. A loving wife and devoted mother, there was no greater gift in Barbaras life than her family as she was happiest when surrounded...
Patricia Carlson
Nov 22, 2013
Mrs. Patricia K. Carlson, age 66, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on March 24, 1947 to Charles & Eunice (DeBree) Cornell and married Rudy Carlson on July 24, 1971. Mrs. Carlson had been employed at Alcoa Howmet for 35 years until retiring. She was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church and...
Charles Fuller
Nov 21, 2013
Charles R. Fuller was a simply wonderful man, a man of character, of love and of faith. He learned early in life that material possessions matter little and that family comes first. He spent his life balancing hard work with being a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather, succeeding in providing the best for his family. There was...
Gary L. Clark
Nov 20, 2013
Unconditional in his love, Gary Clark was a man of integrity, who gave his all in everything he did. He made his family his first priority and put their needs before his own. It was easy to see that Gary adored his family, and it was when he was surrounded by his loved ones that he felt richly blessed....
Marcella Hagstrom
Nov 18, 2013
One can only imagine the undeniable love Marcella Hagstrom held in her heart. In fact, Marcella represented love through her compassionate and generous ways. As she unconditionally loved others, she was never judgmental, and led by example. With kindness and care, she gave freely of her time, expecting nothing in return. Although Marcella had a strong will and even...
Roby Hart
Nov 15, 2013
Mr. Roby J. Hart, age 57, died Friday, November 15, 2013 in Traverse City MI. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 11, 1956 to Robert & Shirley (Baxter) Hart and married the former Donna Mitchell on June 18, 2005. Mr. Hart had been a truck driver and auto mechanic. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and tinkering on cars....
Ferris Hering
Nov 15, 2013
Ferris Erwin Hering was a man whose vigor for life spanned a century, and his love of family continues for generations. He was passionate about teaching, and through his many interests, he remained a lifelong student. He was part of the sweep of history that saw monumental changes in American life. From horse and buggy transportation to automobiles, air...
