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...
Gilbert Pearcy Iv
May 18, 2013
Mr. Gilbert J. "Gil" Pearcy IV, age 92, died Saturday, May 18, 2013. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 4, 1921 to Gilbert & Lydia (Krupp) Pearcy III and served his country in the US Army during the WWII European Campaign. Gil married the former Lillian K. Petersen on September 26, 1941 and had worked at Teledyne...
Vivian Anderson
May 18, 2013
Mrs. Vivian M. Anderson (Johnson), age 94, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013. She was born in Hazen, ND on January 24, 1919 to C. Elmer & Stella (Koontz) Larson and married Alex Anderson and then Rubin Johnson following Alex's passing. Mrs. Anderson had been employed as an Executive Secretary at General Motors for 33 years until retiring in...
Bernice Keith
May 18, 2013
Mrs. Bernice D. Keith, age 87, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013. She was born in Wheaton, IL on February 8, 1926 to John & Martha (Utritz) Frein and married Richard Keith on June 30, 1947. Mrs. Keith had been employed at Standard Automotive. She was an avid gardener who enjoyed shopping and dining out. But foremost was always...
Katherine Jerelos
May 12, 2013
Although her life was filled with numerous things she enjoyed, there was nothing that was more near and dear to the heart of Katherine "Kat" Jerelos than spending time with her family. She was a loving wife and devoted mother, yet she just may have argued that becoming a grandmother was her richest reward. Katherine was accompanied by a...
Samuel Polverento
May 11, 2013
Although Samuel Polverento experienced so many of the best things that life has to offer, there was nothing that he loved more than being surrounded by his loved ones. He was driven, dedicated, and hardworking in whatever task lay before him, yet he also knew the importance of having fun along the way, too. Sam was blessed to find...
Jimmy Rogers
May 10, 2013
Mr. Jimmy N. Rogers, age 82, passed away Friday, May 10, 2013. He was born in Amagon, AR on February 20, 1931 to John & Leanna (Honey) Rogers and married the former Caroline Merritt on January 26, 1957. Mr. Rogers had been employed as a laborer at Grand Haven Brass for 37 years until retiring in 1995. He was...
David J. Patricio
May 10, 2013
Funny, charismatic, and easygoing, Dave Patricio had the gift of making friends wherever he went; his loyalty and compassion ensured that he kept them. Athletically talented, Dave enjoyed sports from softball and baseball to golfing and volleyball, both playing and watching. First and foremost for Dave, however, was his family, and he would have done anything to protect those...
Graham Jagnecki
May 8, 2013
Witty and a bit sarcastic, Graham Jagnecki always knew how to bring a smile to the faces of those around him. A daredevil athlete and an enthusiastic musician, a hard working employee and an aspiring engineer, Graham was many things to many people. What held true throughout, however, was Grahams kind heart, dedication, and willingness to help others. Although...
Christopher A. Davis
May 8, 2013
Some people live long lives, scattered here and there with triumphs and achievements. Others, like Christopher Kado Davis, are granted a short time on earth, but are able to fill every day of their lives with energy, life and love. Always up to something, Chris was so full of vitality and happiness one couldnt help but love him. A...
Donna Johnivan
May 6, 2013
Mrs. Donna M. Johnivan, age 74, died Monday, May 6, 2013 in East Texas. She was born in Muskegon, MI on December 1, 1938 to Walter & Lucille (Burrington) Young and married Joseph Johnivan on February 9, 1957. Mrs. Johnivan had been a loving homemaker. She was a member of Christ Community Congregational Church and avid camper who enjoyed...
Mary Mclaury
May 2, 2013
Mary E. McLaury, age 91, long time resident of Michigan Center, passed away in Muskegon, MI on Thursday, May 2, 2013. Mary is survived by her beloved husband of 65 years, Orville; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa (Doug) Freye; grandson, Jonathon Freye; sister-in-law, Beatrice Dodge; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, G. W....
Teddy Niotis
May 2, 2013
Outgoing and kindhearted, Teddy Niotis was a man who always looked for, and found, the good in others. He loved socializing, and made friends everywhere he went. A good listener, Teddy liked to help people in need, and always had time for his friends and family. Teddys infectious smile, cheerful personality, and heartfelt concern for others touched many hearts...
Ruth Burr
May 1, 2013
Mrs. Ruthanne B. Burr, age 73, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2013. She was born in Detroit, MI on May 27, 1939 to Frank & Alma (Hennin) Doubles and married Eugene Burr in 1957. Mrs. Burr ran the kitchen at the Muskegon Eagles for many years where she was known for her "Ruthie Burgers". She also worked as a...
Betty Griswold
Apr 30, 2013
Ms. Betty M. Griswold, age 80, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on June 21, 1932 to Lewis & Dorothy (Shelner) Adams. Ms. Griswold had been employed as a molding operator at Grand Haven Plastics for 10 years until retiring. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS...
Marilyn "Peanut" Jacobson
Apr 30, 2013
Mrs. Marilyn A. Jacobson, age 85, passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2013. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 11, 1927 to Arthur & Anna (Andree) Olsen and married Donald Jacobson on November 5, 1955. Mrs. Jacobson had been a loving homemaker who enjoyed cooking, canning and baking. She loved going to the channel walking the pier and...
Clarence F. Schroeder, Sr.
Apr 29, 2013
With a life that spanned nearly a century, Clarence Schroeder, Sr. lived life to the fullest each day while deeply loving those who were in his path. He was a hardworking man of character whose moral convictions and Catholic faith guided the steps he took along his entire lifes journey. For more than 55 years Clarence spent his days...
Benita "Bonnie" Butrum
Apr 28, 2013
Mrs. Benita D. "Bonnie" Butrum, age 78, passed away Sunday, April 28, 2013. She was born in Lansing, MI on July 31, 1934 to Ross & Irene (Tortellet) Burton and married Paul Butrum on April 15, 1974. Mrs. Butrum had been employed as a telephone operator at GTE and a receptionist at Clark Floor Machine. She enjoyed ballroom dancing,...
William Schubert
Apr 26, 2013
Mr. William Murl Schubert, age 61, died Friday, April 26, 2013. He was born in Chicago, IL on March 28, 1952 to William & Janice (Kelly) Schubert & married the former Cynthia Cozzie on June 30, 1979. Mr. Schubert had been the owner of M-Tech Group. He loved auto racing, White Sox Baseball and BMW Motorcycles. SURVIVORS Wife, Cindy;...
Alice Moodt
Apr 25, 2013
Mrs. Alice E. Moodt, age 93, died Thursday, April 25, 2013. She was born in Clay County, MN on March 13, 1920 to Carl & Minnie (Moe) Hoyum and married William Moodt on October 31, 1948. Mrs. Moodt had been a factory worker for various manufacturers until retiring. SURVIVORS Daughter, Barbara Moodt; son, Robert Moodt; sister, Mildred (Arnold) Westphal;...
