Wanda M. Sckorohod
Feb 5, 2012
Wanda Sckorohod, age 94, passed away Sunday February 5 at Sanctuary at the Shore in Grand Haven. She was born in Manhattan on what is now the site of the United Nations building. One of nine children, Wanda attended parochial schools while growing up in Brooklyn. On January 16, 1943, she married William Sckorohod in New York City, living...
Dale Huismann
Feb 3, 2012
Mr. Dale B. Huismann, age 82, died Friday, February 3, 2012. He was born in Muskegon on June 29, 1929 to Bernard & Pansy (Burwell) Huismann and married the former Luella Hogan on May 23, 1959. Mr. Huismann had been employed as a Technician at Gardner Denver for 28 years until retiring in 1982. He was an avid hunter...
Lois Zuber
Feb 3, 2012
There were many things that enriched Lois Zubers life through the years, yet, there was nothing of greater significance to her than the relationships she shared with those around her. She was never focused on building wealth according to the worlds measure; but, she fully grasped the notion that it is through loving others that we are richly blessed....
Dorla Cuddington
Jan 31, 2012
Mrs Dorla L. Cuddington, age 96, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2012. She was born in Flint, MI on December 8, 1915 to Joseph & Blythe (Husted) Johnston and married Harvey Cuddington on May 11, 1956. Mrs Cuddington was a loving homemaker whose family was everything to her. She loved Bingo, playing cards and enjoyed bowling. She will be...
Dale Pretzer
Jan 31, 2012
Dale H. Pretzer, 77, of Grand Haven, MI, passed away after many years of declining health. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather, he will be greatly missed for his wit and great heart. He was an avid reader and researcher with a wide variety of interests. The following statement was in his own words: "He was and is no longer....
Rodney Bradley
Jan 26, 2012
Mr. Rodney D. Bradley, age 50, was born March 13, 1961 to Edward & Sandra (Hansen) Bradley. Rod left us behind on January 26, 2012. He attended Reeths Puffer High School and served his country proudly in the US Navy. Rod's humor, laughter and gentle heart will be missed. SURVIVORS Children, Joshua (Tabitha) Bradley, Marcus (Pricilla) Phillips, Keisha Bradley,...
Charles L. "Charlie" Toot
Jan 25, 2012
Mr. Charles L. "Charlie" Toot, age 79, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2012. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on March 26, 1932 to Charles & Josephine (Vanderbroek) Toot and served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. Charlie married the former Jane L. Conner on January 31, 1959. He began his employment with IBM...
Dr. Donald Paul Meyer
Jan 25, 2012
Donald Meyer was a member of what Tom Brokaw termed The Greatest Generation, men who knew the meaning of sacrifice, were loyal, reliable, patriotic, and level-headed. Don had a strong sense of responsibility and duty, and was willing to accept the consequences of a decision. He was frugal and worked hard to provide financial security for his family, working...
Russell Gable
Jan 23, 2012
Mr. Russell E. Gable, age 83, passed away Monday, January 23, 2012. He was born in Chicago, IL on April 19, 1928 to Arthur & Johanna (Steube) Gable and served in the US Navy during WWII. He married the former Roseleen Emily Andresen on September 14, 1946. Mr. Gable had been employed as a machinist at Kaydon Corp. for...
Paul Holman
Jan 22, 2012
Mr. Paul A. Holman, age 81, died Sunday, January 22, 2012 at Heartwood Lodge-Hospice House. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on July 29, 1930 to Arthur & Elizabeth (Meeusen) Holman. Paul had a long career as a teacher, serving for 32 years at Lincoln Park Public Schools. Paul loved nature and was an enthusiastic birdwatcher, photographer and...
Dorothy Udell
Jan 20, 2012
Although her life was filled with so many things, there was no greater joy in Dorothy Udells life than family that grew to include numerous branches. She was so proud of the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren she shared with the love of her life. Life was not always easy for Dorothy, but she was a resilient woman who...
Alfred "Al" Perri
Jan 16, 2012
Mr. Alfred J. "Al" Perri, age 88, passed away Monday, January 16, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on March 30, 1923 to Pasquale & Anna (Costable) Perri and married the former Alice Buckley. Mr. Perri was a decorated US Army combat veteran of WWII and had been the owner of Al Perri Furniture for over 30 years...
Walter Edmondson
Jan 13, 2012
Walter P. Edmondson, age 79, of Muskegon, died on Friday, January 13, 2012. He was born in Muskegon to Ralph E. and Martha V. (Cross) Edmondson on February 11, 1932. He married the former Judith V. Gustavson on October 1, 1960. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister, Alyce V. Rockey, and brother-in-law, Gordon K. Rockey. Walt graduated...
Katherine Anderson
Jan 13, 2012
Mrs. Katherine B. Anderson, age 87, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2012. She was born in Fort Wayne IN, on April 18, 1924 to LeRoy & Anna (Groendyke) Heath and married Edward R. Anderson on December 24, 1946. Mrs. Anderson had been a loving homemaker who was a member of Spring Lake Presbyterian Church and volunteered for the food...
Dr. J. Max Busard
Jan 12, 2012
Dr. J. Max Busard, age 93, died Thursday, January 12, 2012 at Harbor Hospice-Poppen House. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 2, 1918 to Dr. Robert Ira & Florence (Morrill) Busard. He graduated from Muskegon Heights High School, Muskegon Junior College, the University of Michigan with a BA Degree, the University of Michigan Medical School with a...
George Sias
Jan 9, 2012
Mr. George A. Sias, age 49, died Monday, January 9, 2012 after a long struggle with end stage lung disease. He gave the gift of life by donating his organs. George was born in Muskegon on August 13, 1962 to Arvid & Verley (Stidham) Sias and married his high school sweetheart, the former Vanessa Brenning in 1983 and in...
Ethel Szydlowski
Jan 8, 2012
Mrs. Ethel M. Szydlowski, age 91, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 5, 1920 to James & Charlotte (Purcey) Hibbard and married Victor Szydlowski. Mrs. Szydlowski had been a loving homemaker. She was a long time member of St. Michael's Catholic Church and member of the Rosary Altar Society & Catholic...
Henry "Hank" O'Connor
Jan 8, 2012
Mr. Henry L. "Hank" O'Connor, age 66, passed away Sunday, January 8, 2012. He was born in Saginaw, MI on July 23, 1945 to Charles & Alice (Swanson) O'Connor. Mr. O'Connor had been employed at General Motors for 30 years until retiring. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and fish-frys with friends. SURVIVORS Son, John O'Connor of Grand Haven; daughters,...
Mary Halub
Jan 7, 2012
Mrs. Mary J. Halub, age 88, passed away Saturday, January 7, 2012. She was born in Manistee, MI on July 8, 1923 to Charles & Joan (Malkowski) Sessions and married Leonard S. Halub on February 21, 1949. Mrs. Halub had been a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Husband of 62 years,...