Louise Johnson
Mar 15, 2012
Mary "Louise" Johnson, of Naples, died March 15, 2012. A loving wife and mother, Louise was active in her church and in the lives of her beloved grandchildren. She enjoyed playing golf and the competition of a good bridge game. She was also a gifted seamstress. Louise was very much a lady and touched many with her poise and...
Michael Poepoe
Mar 15, 2012
Mr. Michael A. Poepoe, age 69, died Thursday, March 15, 2012. He was born in Queens, New York on May 2, 1942 to Andrew & Winifred (Borg) Poepoe. Mr. Poepoe loved his talking books, radio and Nascar. SURVIVORS Lifelong companion, Barbara Tamulis of Muskegon. SERVICE There will be no services. MEMORIAL: American Cancer Society.
Jean M. Depoy
Mar 14, 2012
Through the life of Jean DePoy we see what it truly means to be the hands and feet of the Lord she loved. Falling in behind her love for and devotion to her heavenly Father was the unending love she had for the family she viewed as her most precious gift. Someone who never took even one moment for...
Alice Mathews
Mar 14, 2012
Mrs. Alice F. Mathews, age 89, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012. She was born in Ravenna, MI on May 9, 1922 to Ira & Blanche (McMeans) Sweet and married Arnold Mathews on August 31, 1957. Mrs. Mathews had been employed as a machine operator at American Coil Springs until retiring. She was a member of VFW Don Rea...
Mike Habian
Mar 12, 2012
A man who lived a vibrant life, Mike Habian taught us through the choices he made that true happiness is not found in what we acquire, but in what we give to others. He deeply loved his family that expanded to include several branches on his family tree while taking his role as the provider in his family to...
Michael Thomas
Mar 11, 2012
Michael Donald Thomas, 64, went to be with his Lord Sunday, March 11, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI to Richard and Mildred (Stewart) Thomas, and had been a resident of the area all of his life. He served his country during the Vietnam Era in the US Navy, and otherwise worked for Howmet/Misco of Muskegon, until his...
Marjorie Kooiman
Mar 11, 2012
Mrs. Marjorie N. Kooiman, age 95, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on June 12, 1916 to Jacob & Mabel (Searer) Tazelaar and married Leonard Kooiman on June 9, 1939. Mrs. Kooiman had been an artist who owned Kooiman Photography with her husband. She attended Berean Church and was active in the Muskegon...
Marilyn R. Bolema
Mar 10, 2012
Although Marilyn Bolema valued many things throughout her life, none were more important than creating close relationships with the family she treasured so deeply. She was a loving wife, devoted mother and proud grandmother and great grandmother, who laced her days with hard work and selfless deeds. Marilyn was a woman of great strength and deep faith, who persevered...
James L. Mccormick
Mar 8, 2012
James McCormick was never afraid to take risks, and a history of his life reads like a page from the business section of the phonebook, with one successful venture closely following another. Between these entries, however, you can catch a glimpse of what was really important to James: his wife, Sonia; his children and grandchildren; his many friends; and...
Robert Kolanko
Mar 4, 2012
Robert John Kolanko was a hard working man who dedicated himself to his family and their happiness. He was driven to provide for them but also to spend time together. Its that determination that now acts as a loving legacy to his wife, children and grandchildren. Roberts story began as the world celebrated the end of WWII and America...
Mark E. Bloomstrom
Mar 3, 2012
A man who loved nothing more than heading out on the open road on his motorcycle, Mark Bloomstrom taught us so much about what it means to truly live. With the love of his life by his side for nearly 40 years he experienced so many of the best things life has to offer including establishing the family he...
Juanita C. " Nita " Leaver
Mar 2, 2012
A woman who never focused on building wealth according to the worlds measure, Juanita Leaver demonstrated that it is through loving and giving to others that we are truly rich beyond measure. She was a faith-filled woman whose greatest treasure on this side of heaven was the family she shared with the love of her life. Nita was a...
Marion Graves
Mar 2, 2012
Mrs. Marion J. Graves, age 88, passed away Friday, March 2, 2012. She was born in Holland, MI on June 17, 1923 to Herman & Sena (Hovenga) VanMunster. Mrs. Graves had been a loving homemaker whose family meant the world to her. She enjoyed reading detective mysteries, shopping, and going for walks. Her huge, caring heart and kind smile...
Diego Solis
Feb 28, 2012
Mr. Diego. Solis, age 85, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Mexico on November 13, 1926 to Julian & Diega Solis and married Elvira Mendez. Mr. Solis had been a hard working farmer and father who will be missed greatly. SURVIVORS Wife, Elvira; children, Celso, Edilberto, Juan, Prisca, Rumualda,...
Dorothy Erickson
Feb 26, 2012
Mrs. Dorothy F. Erickson, age 87, died Sunday, February 26, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Chicago, IL on April 23, 1924 to Lyle & Neva (Cole) Davidson & married Walter Richard Erickson on April 23, 1946 in Muskegon, MI. Mrs. Erickson had been employed as a school bus driver for Orchard View Public Schools...
Jack Hoebeke
Feb 22, 2012
Mr. Jack H. Hoebeke, age 84, died Wednesday, February 22, 2012. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on October 6, 1927 to Henry & Roelvina (Hoffman) Hoebeke. Jack attended Grand Haven Christian School thru the 9th grade and then to Grand Haven High School. He entered the US Navy during WWII at the age of 17 and came...
Sharon Drewes
Feb 22, 2012
Miss Sharon Kay "Sherry" Drewes, age 70, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on September 2, 1941 to Henry & Trena (Herlein) Drewes. Miss Drewes was a member of Calvary Bible Church who always had a smile ready and a passion for helping people. She loved music and knitting. The family expresses their...
Carol Joyce Harrell
Feb 21, 2012
When reflecting on the life of Carol Harrell words such as devoted, loving, and faith-filled come to mind, but perhaps the melody that appears the most throughout her lifes song was her endless love of life. She was vibrant with a personality that just sparkled wherever she was and it drew others to her with ease. Carols love for...
Fern "Elaine" Drake
Feb 20, 2012
Mrs. Fern "Elaine" Drake, age 87, died Monday, February 20, 2012. She was born in Savanna, IL on August 10, 1924 to Burl & Agnes (Chrisman) Ernst and married William Drake on January 27, 1945. She was a member of Church of Christ Grand Haven and enjoyed road trips, crafts, decorating, and camping. Mrs. Drake had been a loving...
