Violet Mastee
Jan 4, 2012
Mrs. Violet M. Mastee, age 90, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on May 5, 1921 to Ernie & Louzette (Moon) Powell and married John Mastee on September 23, 1944. Mrs. Mastee had been a loving homemaker and avid seamstress with a love for needlework. She was a long time member of Sacred...
Patricia B. Johnson
Jan 3, 2012
Although Patricia Johnson will be deeply missed, the footprint she leaves behind will remain for generations to come. A vivacious and spirited woman, she was a believer in working hard to achieve great things. Pats devotion to her community was unmatched, and her mission to better the world around her provides us all with much to aspire for. She...
James Cotharin Mcbride
Dec 31, 2011
Mr. James Cotharin McBride, age 57, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2011 at Hackley Hospital, Muskegon MI. He was born in Flint, MI on August 21, 1954 to Homer James & Elizabeth (Clark) McBride Jr. He Attended Flint Southwestern High School and graduated from Cranbrook School in 1972. Jim worked in Yellowstone National Park in various capacities for 28...
Norman Batch
Dec 29, 2011
Mr. Norman V. Batch, age 86, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on March 17, 1925 to Virgil & Carrie (Lucas) Batch and served his country in the US Army during WWII. He married the former Pauline Jewel Wilson on February 14, 1948. Mr. Batch had been a Metal Fabricator at Dresser Ind....
Forrest Webster
Dec 26, 2011
Mr. Forrest E. Webster, age 72, died Monday, December 26, 2011. He was born in White Cloud, MI on August 15, 1939 to Gordon & Gladys (Arnold) Webster. Mr. Webster had been employed as a truck driver at Gilliland Transfer Co. & Gerber Products for over 20 years. He was a master gardener and also a member of the...
Marilyn Emens
Dec 22, 2011
Mrs. Marilyn Kaye Emens, age 83, died Thursday, December 22, 2011. She was born in Spring Lake, MI on October 5, 1928 to Claude E. & Elizabeth "Betty" (Merz) Voss & married Charles "Chuck" Emens on June 25, 1955. Marilyn graduated from WMU with a Bachelor's degree in Education. Throughout the years Marilyn never lost her passion for teaching...
Helen Parritt
Dec 21, 2011
Although there were so many things that Helen Parritt enjoyed throughout her long and fruitful life, there was nothing of greater importance than the family she loved more than life itself. She was a truly devoted wife and mother who considered it pure joy to care for the needs of her loved ones. A gifted crafter, Helen was frugal...
Ronald Carr
Dec 18, 2011
Mr. Ronald E. Carr, age 77, passed away Sunday, December 18, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on January 12, 1934 to Paul & Genevieve (Buttleman) Carr and served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. He married the former Connie Brandel on January 24, 1958. Mr. Carr had been employed as an Office Manager...
Sharon L. Wilks
Dec 18, 2011
There were many things to love about Sharon Wilks. It was the way she genuinely cared for others, and her friendly nature which made her a friend to all. Her greatest accomplishment was reflected in her gleaming eyes as she looked upon the two sons who blessed her life beyond compare. Their biggest fan, she was a team mom...
Donna Delonge
Dec 17, 2011
Mrs. Donna E. DeLonge, age 67, died after a long battle with cancer Saturday, December 17, 2011. She was born in Summers, CT on July 12, 1944 to Donald & Cynthia (Collins) Ellis and married William DeLonge on October 26, 1959. Mrs. DeLonge had been employed as a Manager at Pizza & Sub Shop in Grand Haven for 20...
James "Jimbo" Zinski Jr.
Dec 17, 2011
Mr. James F. "Jimbo" Zinski, age 62, died Saturday, December 17, 2011. He was born in Marquette, MI on September 11, 1949 to James & Dolores (Dupras) Zinski and served his country in the US Navy. Mr. Zinski had been employed as a Cook at the Ships Rail for years. He enjoyed fishing & golfing. SURVIVORS Brothers, Ronald (Monika)...
Leroy Browers
Dec 17, 2011
Mr. Leroy G. Browers, age 76, died Saturday, December 17, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 15, 1935 to Leroy & Laura (Smith) Browers. Mr. Browers had been employed as a Janitor at Brookhaven Medical Care Facility for 28 years. He attended First Baptist Church and Muskegon Apostolic Tabernacle. SURVIVORS Brothers, Jack Browers, Ed (Janet) Browers,...
Arloa Bartos
Dec 16, 2011
A woman of unending grace, unconditional compassion, and steadfast faith, Arloa Bartos leaves behind a lasting imprint in the world around her. Through her desire to be the hands and feet of the Lord she loved, she touched the lives of countless others within her reach. Although she accomplished so much of which to be proud, Arloa was a...
Jeanine Butrick
Dec 16, 2011
With a passion for living that was contagious to those around her, Jeanine Butrick was a true gift in the lives of all those within her reach. She possessed an unwavering faith that guided her every thought, word, and deed from the time she was a young girl. With a heart that beat to serve others, Jeanine generously gave...
Marilyn Voss
Dec 15, 2011
Through her soft touch and kindhearted ways, Marilyn Voss was a bright light in the lives of those around her. With her unwavering faith as her constant companion, her life exemplifies what it means to be the hands and feet of the Lord she loved. Marilyn was a devoted wife and mother, but she just may have argued that...
Georgetta Green
Dec 10, 2011
Mrs. Georgetta M. Green, age 90, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2011. She was born in Portland, MI on February 22, 1921 to George & Myrtle (Townsend) Allen and served her country in the US Army Air Corp during WWII. She married Ernest M. Green on October 11, 1947. Mrs. Green had been a Supervisor at Muskegon County Youth...
Dale Deering
Dec 9, 2011
When we remember Dale Deering, words such as hardworking, loyal, and resourceful come to mind, yet it was his unending love for his family that will be his lasting legacy. He was a no frills sort of man who believed in giving everything his all. Although he was more restrained in showing affection, Dale loved to tease his family...
Sharon Page
Dec 9, 2011
When reflecting on the life of Sharon Page, words such as patient, tender, and selfless are the recurring melody throughout her lifes song. She devoted her time to caring for the children she loved more than life itself no matter the personal cost. Sharon struggled with health issues throughout her life, yet she had an overabundance of joy as...
Arthur "Art" Burkall
Dec 8, 2011
Mr. Arthur M. "Art" Burkall, age 88, died Thursday, December 8, 2011. He was born in Muskegon on June 3, 1923 to Peter & Marie (Schmidt) Burkall and married the former Delores Balkema. Mr. Burkall had served his country in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during WWII. He had been employed as a Printer at Shaw Walker for 35...