Francis Santala
Jul 1, 2012
Mr. Francis R. 'Frank' Santala, age 90, passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012. He was born in Washburn, WI on June 4, 1922 to Frank & Lila (Leino) Santala and served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married Viola Gross and after her passing he met and married Pat Trumble. Pat passed away as well after...
Neil Shimp
Jun 30, 2012
With an insatiable thirst for knowledge, Neil Shimp lived a vibrant life full of learning, giving, and loving. He was community minded and generous when it came to sharing his passions with those around him. Neil was a dedicated husband and father who encouraged his children to work hard, supporting them in every way. A man who loved the...
Frances Andrews
Jun 30, 2012
Frances Elinor Andrews, extraordinary woman, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away on June 30, 2012. She was born in Muskegon July 16, 1910, to Roy E. and Helen E. (Finch) Ashley. After graduation from Muskegon High School in 1928, Frances attended Muskegon Junior College, continuing to Michigan State College, receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in...
Raymond C. Langlois
Jun 29, 2012
There are many attributes for which Ray Langlois will be remembered. However, the ones with which he held close in heart were the cornerstones of his life. Devout to his Catholic faith, he was also a dedicated family man whose work ethic was only matched by his upstanding integrity. Although he will be remembered for these and so much...
Nedine Kolmodin
Jun 29, 2012
Mrs. Nedine A. Kolmodin, age 89, went to be with her Lord Friday, June 29, 2012 at Christian Care Senior Care. She was born in Chicago, IL on September 4, 1922 to Charles & Anna (Nelson) Killberg and married Rev. Kenneth E. Kolmodin on August 10, 1946. Mrs. Kolmodin had been an elementary teacher at Muskegon Public Schools for...
Opal I. Pierce
Jun 27, 2012
With a life that spanned more than a century, Opal Pierce experienced so much of the best things in life. She was well known for inspiring those who were passionate about developing their musical talent in the community she called home throughout her life. For nearly 83 years, Opal and her husband exemplified what marriage is intended to be...
April Lynn Glover
Jun 18, 2012
Taken from those she loved much too soon, April Lynn Glover brought the world around her to life each and every day. She had a huge heart that fully embraced both people and animals alike, her compassion for others easy to see. April was passionate about the arts, and through her appreciation of several different genres of art her...
Kenneth Essenberg
Jun 17, 2012
Mr. Kenneth D. Essenberg, age 79, passed Sunday, June 17, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 12, 1932 to Fredrick & Marion (Gotts) Essenberg. Ken served in the US Air Force and married the former Barbara Brace on June 11, 1954. Mr. Essenberg had been employed as a pattern maker at Pyle Pattern, Anderson Pattern, and...
Dr. Charles "Bob" Martin, Dvm
Jun 14, 2012
Dr. Charles Bob Martin was a dedicated and compassionate veterinarian. Beyond this distinction, however, he was a man of integrity and honesty; his strong sense of right and wrong made lasting and positive impressions on all the people he came in contact with. Family was the most important part of Bobs life; the outdoors was a close second. Whether...
Mary Ann Kelly
Jun 14, 2012
Through the life of Mary Ann Kelly we learn that building wealth according to the worlds measure is of little value, but that true reward is found in touching the hearts and lives of those around us. She was a woman of faith whose life exemplifies what it means to be the hands and feet of the Lord she...
Virginia Mccaleb
Jun 14, 2012
Miss Virginia A. McCaleb, age 85, died Thursday, June 14, 2012. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on February 27, 1927 to Bernice & Nora Ethel (Rochelle) McCaleb. Virginia worked for Fleetwood for 35 years. Virginia started with Fleetwood in 1955 when it was a division of Grand Haven Harbor Industries. She was "the office". She retired in...
James Gangwer
Jun 12, 2012
James D. Gangwer, age 84, died Tuesday, June 12, 2012. He was born October 20, 1927 in Hesperia, Michigan. He also lived in White Cloud, Benton Harbor and Whitmore Lake as a child. James married Joan Robinson on January 7, 1950 in Muskegon and they lived in Fort Wayne, Indiana, before returning to Muskegon. They enjoyed 55 years of...
Marcia Swanson
Jun 12, 2012
Mrs. Marcia K. Swanson, age 77, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2012. She was born in Muskegon, MI on January 16, 1935 to Theodore & Felicia (Josefowicz) Buit and married Robert Swanson. Mrs. Swanson had been employed at Foremost Graphics for 20 years until retiring. She enjoyed cooking and gardening. But foremost was always her family. SURVIVORS Husband, Robert;...
Frederick Hoffman
Jun 8, 2012
Frederick George Hoffman was a noble man. He loved his family, served his country and fulfilled his career in devotion to the Lord of his life. He was bright and adventurous, dutiful and resilient. Whether at home, on the job or in the church, he served others with respect and joy, leaving a rich legacy of faith, hope and...
Thomas A. "Tommy" Carty Jr.
Jun 6, 2012
Although the family and friends of Thomas Tommy Carty, Jr. would have loved more time with him on this side of heaven, he shared the best of times with those around him and made numerous memories to be long remembered. There was no greater joy in Tommys life than being with his beloved family. He was not someone consumed...
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...
