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...
Joseph Slowik
Feb 19, 2012
Mr. Joseph A. Slowik, age 73, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on October 30, 1938 to Frank & Bertha (Sidock) Slowik. Mr. Slowik had been a career military man and retired from the US Army after 20 years as Staff Sergeant. He was a member of the Muskegon Eagles, liked raising show...
Caroline Gronevelt
Feb 19, 2012
Mrs. Caroline I. Gronevelt, age 89, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on July 31, 1922 to Edward & Sena (Casemier) Poel and married John Richard Gronevelt on April 25, 1946. Mrs. Gronevelt had been a loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Second Christian Reformed Church of Grand Haven...
Ethel Hartman
Feb 19, 2012
Mrs. Ethel E. Hartman, age 93, passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012 in Kalamazoo, MI. She was born in Greenville, WI on November 24, 1918 to Arthur & Alma (Schroeder) Schefe and married Patrick Hartman on February 17, 1941. Mrs. Hartman had been a Registered Nurse for over 40 years. She was a long time member of Prince of...
Norma Jean Weaver
Feb 19, 2012
In whatever she did Norma Weaver was selfless in every way and was always more concerned with the needs of others than she was with her own. She was a devoted mother if ever there was one, and as much as she loved this role she just may have argued that her 15 grandchildren were her greatest gift. Normas...
Rodger Sugarbaker
Feb 19, 2012
A man with a jovial and fun-loving spirit, Rodger Sugarbaker brought so much life wherever he went. He was proud to serve his country during a time of great need, yet there was nothing that made him more proud than his family that grew to include numerous branches on his family tree. Rodger was a man of great wisdom...
Homer Hudson
Feb 18, 2012
Mr. Homer C. Hudson, age 71, died Saturday, February 18, 2012. He was born in Ruskin, FL on March 19, 1940 to Homer & Loraine (Rory) Hudson and married the former Patsy Claussen. Mr. Hudson had been worked at Zeeland Plastics Forming until retiring. He enjoyed music and was a member of the Black Rose Band. Homer formerly operated...
Kristopher Cruz
Feb 17, 2012
Although the days of Kristopher Cruz numbered far less than many are given, the impact he made in the lives of those around him was no less significant than the impact made by those who are given decades in which to write their lifes song. He was so vibrant and full of life, and he had so much love...
Mary Davros
Feb 16, 2012
The life of Mary Davros was filled with the love of family, faith, and a heritage proud with tradition. With her beloved John by her side, they together worked hard for the things they believed in and the family they cherished. She was a dedicated and admired educator who touched the lives of many, and in them, her legacy...
Domitila Flores
Feb 10, 2012
Mrs. Domitila Meza Florez, age 95, passed away Friday, February 10, 2012. She was born in Irapuato, Mexico on May 12, 1916 to Sabino & Marcos (Gutierez) Meza and married Samuel Florez on April 26, 1935. Mrs. Florez had been loving mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed. She was a former member of St. Jean Baptiste Catholic...
Daniel Johnson
Feb 9, 2012
Mr. Daniel O. Johnson, age 90, passed away Thursday, February 9, 2012. He was born in Duluth, MN on January 29, 1922 to Otto & Irene (Henriksson) Johnson and served his country in the US Army Air Corp during WWII as a Tech Sergeant, 86th Troop Carrier Squadron, 437th Troop Carrier Group and saw most major battles. Daniel graduated...
Ret. Battalion Chief Thomas Oosting
Feb 7, 2012
Mr. Thomas A. Oosting, age 73, passed away Tuesday, February 7, 2012. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 24, 1938 to Thomas & Anna (Hulka) Oosting and married Sally J. Sargent on September 10, 1960. Mr. Oosting had been a 3rd generation Firefighter and retired after 33 years as Battalion Chief for the Muskegon Fire Department in...
