Jeffrey Champayne
Jun 6, 2012
Mr. Jeffrey R. Champayne, age 53, died Wednesday, June 6, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 24, 1958 to Ronald & Eileen (Hansen) Champayne and married the former Debra Schoen in 1998. Mr. Champayne had been self employed as a carpenter and mechanic. He enjoyed camping, motorcycles, hunting and traveling. SURVIVORS Son, Jared Champayne of Chicago;...
Peter Van Vaerenbergh
May 31, 2012
Mr. Peter J. Van Vaerenbergh, age 76, died Thursday, May 31, 2012. He was born in Ontario, Canada on December 8, 1935 to Prosper & Helen (Coleman) Van Vaerenbergh and married the former Sharon Stocking on June 10, 1956. Mr. Van Vaerenbergh had been employed as a Inventory/Purchasing Supervisor at Teledyne Continental Motors for 30 years until retiring. He...
Daniel Winsemius
May 31, 2012
Never one to let life pass him by, Daniel Winsemius fully embraced every moment he was given while deeply loving his family and friends. He was an honest businessman whose words were as good as gold - a rare gift in todays world. Dan was blessed to spend much of his life with his true love by his side,...
Henry Bont Jr.
May 30, 2012
Mr. Henry Bont, age 98, died May 30, 2012. He was born March 29, 1914 to Henry & Kate (Diephouse) Bont and married Ruth DeVries on December 3, 1938. He worked at Sealed Power for 39 years before retiring and was a longtime member of Berean Church. SURVIVORS Daughter, Bernice (Walter) Salisbury; sons, Allen Bont, Richard (Joyce) Bont; 10...
Mary Schumann
May 30, 2012
Mrs. Mary F. Schumann, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 30, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on October 4, 1916 and was a lifelong resident. In 1955, she married John C. "Jake" Schumann, Jr., who was one of the founders of Michigan Spring Company. Mary owned Kielar's Market on 6th Street, along with her brother, Frank and...
Roger Rose
May 29, 2012
Mr. Roger A. Rose, age 57, died Tuesday, May 29, 2012. He was born in Spring Lake, MI on January 25, 1955 to Vern & Marie Rose and served his country in the US Air Force. Mr. Rose had been employed as a Corrections Officer for the State of Michigan. SURVIVORS Son, Jeff Rose; mother, Marie Rose; several brothers...
Bonnie L. Duell
May 27, 2012
When reflecting on the life of Bonnie Duell we are reminded that life is not about the endless pursuit of great wealth and the accumulation of material possessions, but that it is through the love we share with those around us that we are richly blessed. She was filled with an unwavering resilience and a quiet strength that guided...
Aletha Johnson
May 26, 2012
Mrs. Aletha Janet Johnson, age 85, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2012. She was born in Empire, MI on June 25, 1926 to Charles & Beatrice (Clancy) Meredith and married Clarence "Barney" Johnson on September 18, 1948. Mrs. Johnson had been a bookkeeper for 28 years retiring from Bowen & Milas in 1986. She was a member of Grace...
Clyde Buckley
May 25, 2012
Mr. Clyde W. Buckley, age 88, died Friday, May 25, 2012 at home. He served his country in the US Navy during WWII and worked as a postal worker. Clyde was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association. SURVIVORS Wife, Doloris; 2 sons; 4 grandchildren. SERVICE No services will be held. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory or...
Roberta Noyes
May 24, 2012
Mrs. Roberta L. Noyes, age 80, died Thursday, May 24, 2012 at Christian Care Nursing Center. She was born in Muskegon, MI on May 18, 1932 to Robert & Donna (Spoelman) Collins and married Charles Noyes on August 1, 1961. Mrs. Noyes was a member of Central Assembly of God who enjoyed her church, shopping and her angel collection....
Peter L.A. Oakes
May 23, 2012
Through the life he lived each day, Peter Oakes inspired so many around him. He was an encourager and lifelong teacher who taught others so much more than the knowledge contained in books as he also exemplified what it means to be an honest man of honor and unconditional love for those around him. Peter had a heart that...
Paul Riekels
May 20, 2012
Mr. Paul W. Riekels, age 51, died unexpectedly Sunday, May 20, 2012. He was born in Woodland, CA on October 3, 1960 to Jerald & Marva (Buitendorp) Riekels. Mr. Riekels had been a graduate of the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada with a Bachelor of Computer Science Degree. He had been employed as a Computer Programmer at Semex...
David Paynter
May 20, 2012
Mr. David F. Paynter, age 64, died Sunday, May 20, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 20, 1948 to Robert & Donna (Mosher) Paynter and married the former Sheri Lewis on July 23, 1976. Mr. Paynter had been self employed as a door/cabinet maker. He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. David loved his...
Doris Putnam
May 17, 2012
Doris Putnam loved camping trips, baking and quilting, and singing. Most of all, however, she loved her family. Whether it was cooking a delicious meal or cheering at a football game, Doris spent her life finding all kinds of ways, big and small, to support her family. She was never happier than when spending time with her family members,...
Barbara Gibner
May 12, 2012
Mrs. Barbara L. Gibner, age 87, passed away at Christian Care Nursing Center, Saturday, May 12, 2012 after a long illness. She was born in Muskegon, MI on November 14, 1924 to Glenn & Florence (Scott) Elliott and married Ernest J. (Gyebnar) Gibner on August 7, 1943. Mrs. Gibner had been employed as a medical office manager and after...
Raymond Luce
May 11, 2012
Mr. Raymond G. Luce, age 95, died Friday, May 11, 2012. He was born in Detroit, MI on January 2, 1917 to Sylvester & Grace (Pardick) Luce and served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married the former Darlyne C. Schmalzriedt on October 16, 1948. Mr. Luce had been employed at Ford Motor Company as a...
Ethel Melton
May 8, 2012
Mrs. Ethel M. Melton, age 91, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012 at Heartland of Holland following a long illness. She was born in Cedar Creek TWP, MI on May 29, 1920 to Walter & Georgia (Cooley) Zellar and married William Melton on March 29, 1941. Mrs. Melton attended Heights Gospel Tabernacle for many years. She was an avid reader...
Timothy Preston Ii
May 8, 2012
Mr. Timothy W. Preston II, age 33, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 22, 1979 to Timothy Preston Sr. & Jeanne Saunders. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed his friends. But first and foremost was his family. SURVIVORS Fiance, Amber Hubbard & son, Steve; sons, Christian & Austin Preston...
Joan Wallish
May 8, 2012
There was no greater gift in the life of Joan Wallish than the family she cherished like the rarest of gems. She was a woman who embraced the notion that it is not in what we have that we find true reward, but that true happiness is found in what we share with others. Life was not without times...
