Henry Fifolt
Aug 11, 2011
Mr. Henry 'Hank' J. Fifolt, age 92, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2011. He was born in Moorland TWP, MI on February 12, 1919 to John & Wilma (Horster) Fifolt and graduated from Ravenna High School in 1936. He married the former Minerva Baker on October 16, 1953. He was an auto body mechanic for 40 years retiring from...
Betty Layton
Aug 9, 2011
Mrs. Betty Jane Layton, age 90, passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2011. She was born in Ludington, MI on May 20, 1921 to William & Stella (Organ) Campbell and married Ray Layton on November 18, 1942. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Mrs. Layton was a devoted wife, mother & grandmother whose family meant the...
James Peter Start
Aug 9, 2011
James P. Start was an honest, loyal and caring man, who was filled with an overwhelming love and sense of pride for his family. He tried every day to be the best man he could, and was rewarded with a life of happiness for his efforts. In 1936, the United States was just beginning to surface from the effects...
James Larson
Aug 8, 2011
Mr. James H. Larson, age 67, passed away Monday, August 8, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 28, 1943 to Harold & Margaret (Smith) Larson and married the former Alexandra "Lexy" Jaunese on November 7, 1964. Mr. Larson had been an employee at Sealed Power for 42 years until retiring. He was a communicant of St....
Janet Pothoff
Aug 5, 2011
Mrs. Janet Pothoff, age 94, died Friday, August 5, 2011. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on June 6, 1917 to Gerrit & Mayme (Kloosterman) DeJager and married Harry Pothoff in 1942. Mrs. Pothoff had been a part of many lives, blessed with her ability to sew and had been a long time member of Laketon Bethel Reformed...
David Rosema
Aug 5, 2011
For some, the ebb and flow of life is like a smooth sailing ship which over the course of time sails by with little mishap. For others, the waves bounding ups and downs with intermittent rays of joy somehow manage to bring joy to one's heart to last a lifetime. Such was the life of David Rosema who found...
Emily Cleveland
Aug 4, 2011
With faith as her guide, Emily R. Cleveland was an extraordinary woman who lived her life to love others. No matter where she was, it was impossible not to see the beauty that emanated from her every fiber as an outpouring of the Christian faith that was such a cornerstone throughout her life. Emily touched the hearts and lives...
Herbert "Bud" Whitman
Aug 3, 2011
Herbert was born April 28, 1925 to Harry & Clara Whitman. He was reunited in Heaven with them, his son, Alan and sister, Donna on August 3, 2011. Mr. Whitman was employed as a heavy equipment mechanic for 55 years with Erickson Trucking. Bud was a long time member of Grace Lutheran Church. SURVIVORS His wife of 36 years,...
Forrest "Jim" Boone Jr.
Jul 31, 2011
With the dawn of each new day we all are faced with how we will use the collection of moments we are given, and it is clear that Forrest Jim Boone used his time to deeply love those around him. A more devoted husband and nurturing father would be hard to find as it was easy to see that...
Mildred Earl
Jul 30, 2011
Like a vibrant sunrise splashed across the sky, Mildred Earl brought such beauty and brilliance to the world around her. She was kind and generously gave of her time to those in need of a helping hand. With an abiding faith as her guide, Mildred exemplified what it means to be a woman of God and in so doing,...
Walter "Woody" Booker
Jul 28, 2011
Mr. Walter W. Booker left this life Thursday, July 28, 2011. Walter was the oldest of a family of nine children. His parents, two brothers and a sister preceded him in death. He obtained an Engineering Degree at Ohio State University and enjoyed a rewarding career with Deere and Company in Iowa. SURVIVORS Survivors are his wife, Phoebe and...
Clarice Emig
Jul 27, 2011
Throughout her long and fruitful life, Clarice Emig was a selfless woman who touched so many with her tender heart and her kind spirit. As her children can attest, she was so much more than just a mother as she was a nurturer, an encourager, and a trusted friend. With the love of her life by her side for...
Col. David Olsen
Jul 26, 2011
Col. David G. Olsen, age 69, died Tuesday, July 26, 2011 in Florida. He was born in Muskegon, MI on March 11, 1942 to Paul & Elaine (McParlan) Olsen. Col. Olsen retired from the US Air Force after 24 years of serving his country. SURVIVORS Sisters, Mary (Wayne) Erickson of Muskegon, Sharon (Tom) Hagen of MN, Kathy (Dale) Vanlier...
Jane Clover
Jul 25, 2011
Jane Catherine Wyant Clover was a lover of life. She was constantly excited about trying new things and exploring new places. In her younger years, Jane rock climbed, canoed, skied, rode horses and was always looking forward to the next card game, no matter what it was. She was especially fond of poker. On October 26, 1927, Ira Wyant...
Merlin Gowell
Jul 22, 2011
Mr. Merlin Rodger Gowell, age 82, died Friday, July 22, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on October 24, 1928 to Ebbie & Carrie (Holmes) Gowell. Mr. Gowell served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. He had been employed as an Assembler at Shaw Walker for 40 years until retiring on January 1, 1990. He...
Joyce Cotton
Jul 21, 2011
Through the life of Joyce Cotton we learn that each day is a gift to be cherished. She never took even one moment for granted, and her life exemplifies what it looks like to care more about others than ourselves. Someone who always wanted to look her best, Joyce was a devoted wife and mother who treasured her family...
William Sutton Jr.
Jul 19, 2011
Mr. William H. Sutton Jr., age 75, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2011. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI on August 3, 1935 to William Sr. & Pearl (Rosenberg) Sutton and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Shirley Mae Rinehart on March 24, 1962. Mr. Sutton had been employed as a Supervisor in the...
Marilynn Biddle
Jul 18, 2011
Mrs. Marilynn R. Biddle, age 76, passed away Monday, July 18, 2011. She was born in Muskegon, MI on September 23, 1934 to Edwin & Lois (Chapman) Quick. Mrs. Biddle had been employed at House of Travel. She was a longtime member of P.E.O. Sisterhood. SURVIVORS Sister, Linda (Larry) Talkington; brother-in-law, Douglas Bard; nieces & nephews, Laura (Bob) Livingston,...
Mary Goldman
Jul 18, 2011
Miss Mary E. Goldman, age 55, died Monday, July 18, 2011. She was born in Indiana on August 31, 1955 and raised by Leo and Ruth Goldman of Port Huron, MI. Mary had been a graduate of Muskegon High School Class of 1973. She was a loving friend who will be dearly missed. MEMORIAL SERVICE A Memorial Service will...
John Mastee
Jul 17, 2011
Mr. John F. Mastee, age 93, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2011. He was born in Caspian, MI on July 18, 1917 to Jacob & Helen (Sohasky) Mastee and married the former Violet Powell on September 23, 1944. Mr. Mastee had been employed as an Inspector at Campbell Wyant & Cannon for 38 years until retiring in 1993. He...
