Harold Bramer
Sep 23, 2012
Mr. Harold A. Bramer, age 65, passed away Sunday, September 23, 2012. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on February 9, 1947 to Lawrence & Betty (Visser) Bramer and married the former Phila DeGraff on August 27, 1970. Mr. Bramer had been employed as a machinist at Sealed Power for 40 years until retiring. He was a member...
Delores Mullins
Sep 21, 2012
Ms. Delores E. Mullins, age 58, passed away Friday, September 21, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 6, 1954 to Fidencio & Loretta (Saugie) Cisneros. Ms. Mullins had been employed as a waitress and cook at Villiage Inn in Fruitport, Denny's, and Bob Evans for years. She was a member of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic...
George Hansen
Sep 20, 2012
Mr. George W. Hansen, age 102, a lifetime resident of Muskegon, died Thursday, September 20, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on January 8, 1910 to Nels & Mary Hansen and married the former Virginia M. Johnson on September 3, 1935. Until retiring in 1976, Mr. Hansen was employed by the National Lumberman's Bank, now Huntington Bank, for...
Anthony Nastase Jr.
Sep 19, 2012
Anthony "Tony" Nastase Jr., age 68, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, September 19, 2012 after a 6 year courageous battle with cancer. He was a very strong man who never complained about his life struggles. He was born in Lincoln, NE on May 18, 1944. He graduated from Reese Puffer High School where he was an outstanding athlete....
Eliza Pavlin
Sep 17, 2012
Mrs. Eliza A. Pavlin, age 83, died Monday, September 17, 2012. She was born in Nunica, MI on March 9, 1929 to Apolis & Florence (Withey) Griswold and married Ronald Pavlin on May 16, 1955. Mrs. Pavlin had been a silk screen operator at Harbor Industries for 47 years until retiring. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother...
August W. "Augie" Bross
Sep 17, 2012
Mr. August W. "Augie" Bross, age 69, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012. He was born in Berien Springs, MI on September 26, 1942 to Charles & Alice (Thode) Bross and served his country in the US Army. Augie married the former Sylvana Zapanta and had been employed at Consumers Energy for 30 years until retiring in 2004. He...
Charlene Westenfelder
Sep 16, 2012
It was clear to see by the way she lived her life that there was nothing of greater importance to Charlene Westenfelder than spending time with those she loved most. She would have given the world to her daughter if she could, and although she loved being a mother she just may have argued that being a grandmother was...
Joanna Weller
Sep 15, 2012
Mrs. Joanna C. Weller, age 85, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012. She was born in Borgerhoud, Belgium on February 27, 1927 to Joseph & Elizabeth (Caers) Verbist and married Robert William Weller. Mrs. Weller had been a loving homemaker whose family meant the world to her. She will be dearly missed. SURVIVORS Children, Gary (Sheryle) Weller of Muskegon,...
George Edlund
Sep 15, 2012
In the course of a life which spanned a century, George Edlund picked tomatoes in California, lived in post-war Germany, worked in the grocery industry and ran 5K and 10K races in his eighties. The things that brought him the most joy, however, were the simple pleasures visits to friends and family and days at the beach with his...
Bobby Gifford
Sep 15, 2012
Mr. Bobby L. Gifford, age 78, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 12, 1934 to Francis & Florence (Stickney) Gifford and married the former Barbara Beardsley on June 25, 1955. Mr. Gifford had been employed as a machinist at Brunswick for 46 years until retiring. He was the Teamsters Local 1813...
Ray Barrett
Sep 14, 2012
Mr. Ray E. Barrett, entered eternal rest on Friday, September 14, 2012, surrounded by the family who loved him. His last days were at Hospice House of Holland, where he received the best of care until death. He will always be remembered for his endearing smiles and his laughter, together with his joy for life. Born February 5, 1925,...
Richard Alan Miller
Sep 13, 2012
Although he was a bit reserved and more quiet by nature, Richard Alan Miller was a kind and thoughtful man who was as sweet as could be once you got to know him. With the love of his life by his side later in his journey he experienced so many of the best things that life has to offer....
Robert White
Sep 13, 2012
Although his life was filled with many rewarding experiences, there was nothing of greater importance in the life of Robert White than his roles of husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a skilled craftsman and a man with a strong work ethic who poured his heart and soul into everything he did - a firm believer that something...
Laura "Pat" Anderson
Sep 11, 2012
With calm and an unruffled sense of being, Laura "Pat" Anderson had a way of bringing reassurance and a sense of calm to any situation. Loving, giving and kind, she put others at ease and could light up a room with her often humorous ways. Never short on hugs and kisses, it was a joy to have known and...
William Mcphail
Sep 10, 2012
Reverend William H. McPhail holds a strong belief that all people have their own unique gifts, and has dedicated his life to helping others use their gifts to the fullest. A pioneer and leader in his faith community, Bill has been a tireless worker in the Lords service. His unfaltering leadership, his boundless enthusiasm, and his loving compassion will...
James Waalkes
Sep 2, 2012
James Waalkes had a heart of gold, and cheerfully went out of his way to help those around him. Genuinely concerned for others, Jim could talk to anyone, and was a great listener. These qualities made Jim an outstanding salesman and, more importantly, a true friend. His friendly smile, his kind heart, and his generous nature will live on...
Ruth Westhoff
Aug 31, 2012
Mrs. Ruth V. Westhoff, age 90, died Friday, August 31, 2012 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on July 8, 1922 to Fred & Anna (Valom) Kraeger & married William Peter Westhoff on August 28, 1945. Mrs. Westhoff had been employed at Sears Catalog Store for 20 years & then went to work...
Carl " Bob" Asselmeier
Aug 31, 2012
Mr. Carl "Bob" Asselmeier Sr., age 83, died Friday, August 31, 2012. He was born in Valmeyer, IL on October 4, 1928 to Carl W. & Anna M. (Fischer) Asselmeier & married the former Alice Coletta on April 17, 1953. Mr. Asselmeier served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Korean Conflict. He had been employed as...
Mable Hubbell
Aug 27, 2012
Through the life of Mable Hubbell we are reminded that little value is found in the things we own, but that our greatest joy is found in loving those around us. She was a devoted wife and mother whose gift of hospitality spread to so many others within her reach. Mable believed in working hard, but she also made...
Randall E. Reynolds
Aug 25, 2012
Taken from those he loved much too soon, Randall Reynolds was a true blessing in the lives of those around him. He was never concerned about material possessions or receiving the praise of others, but he focused his full attention on deeply loving and selflessly serving countless others. A hopeless romantic, Randall made no secret of the fact that...
