Louise Dill
Mar 11, 2011
Mrs. Louise E. Dill, age 89, died Friday, March 11, 2011. She was born in Grant, MI on August 30, 1921 to Glenn & Irene (Toerring) Bullman and married Nelson Dill on November 7, 1942. Mrs. Dill had been employed as a cook at Steele School for 17 years until retiring in 1987. She was a long-time member of...
Howard Ott Sr.
Mar 11, 2011
Mr. Howard L. Ott Sr., age 85, died Friday, March 11, 2011. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on February 27, 1926 to Frank & Cecelia (Walker) Ott and served his country in the US Air Force during WWII. He married the former Jean "Betty" Anderson on May 3, 1944. Mr. Ott had been the owner of Ott...
Shirley Rosema
Mar 9, 2011
Shirley Rosema was a woman of great strength, who worked hard throughout her life and persevered through trials that came her way, always remaining true to the joy that was in her heart. Through work and play, hardship and illness, Shirley never lost sight of the things in life that truly mattered. Her sincere enthusiasm for and honest approach...
Marianne Nason
Mar 9, 2011
Mrs. Marianne T. Nason, passed away on Ash Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at Mercy Health Partners-Mercy Campus. She was born in Erie, PA to Michael & Delia (Pasquelicco) DiPlacido and married Jack F. Nason on May 18, 1973. Mrs. Nason had been employed as an instructor at GTE for 15 years. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran...
David Tibbs
Mar 8, 2011
Mr. David L. Tibbs, age 54, passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at home. He was born in Muskegon, MI on June 20, 1956 to Dean & Barbara (Thompson) Tibbs and married the former Sondra L. Tousignaut on February 23, 2001. Mr. Tibbs had been a dispatcher for Peel Trucking. He was a Harley Davidson enthusiast and will be...
Dora Neer
Mar 6, 2011
For Dora Neer, family was the greatest source of happiness in her life. She was a loving wife, devoted mother and proud grandmother, who did everything she could to support and encourage her loved ones. Her years of love and dedication afforded her both a happy place in life, and a family that loved her dearly. The widespread prosperity...
Helen Fett
Mar 5, 2011
A kind and genuine woman, Helen Fett will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to those who knew and loved her. With a flair for fashion from her earliest years, Helen's sense of style was unmatched. Having led a full and rich life, she was grateful for all she had but especially the love...
Marjorie Kibbey
Mar 3, 2011
Mrs. Marjorie A. Kibbey, age 80, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2011. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on February 13, 1931, to Albert & Harriet (Weed) Culver and married Bryan Stanley Kibbey on December 26, 1950. Mrs. Kibbey had been employed as a seamstress at Marga's. She was a long-time member of Orchard View Congregational Church. Marjorie...
Joyce Whitlow
Mar 2, 2011
Joyce Whitlow was a caring, joyful woman who was skilled in showing love to those around her. From welcoming friends into her home to cheering her grandchildren on at their events and activities, Joyce had a knack for making those closest to her feel special and loved, and was a warm, kind woman. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and...
Mark Henry Shields
Mar 2, 2011
When reflecting on the life of Mark Shields, it is clear to see that his days were laden with thoughtful gestures of love for those he treasured out of his endless heart. He was vibrant, full of life, and fun-loving, too, and he made sure those around him had just as much fun as he did. Marks bonfires were...
Alice Lawie
Feb 28, 2011
Mrs. Alice M. Lawie, age 95, died Monday, February 28, 2011. She was born in Kalkaska, MI on March 23, 1916 to Clayton & Cora (Elwell) King and married George Lawie on August 28, 1943. Mrs. Lawie had been employed as a Claims Representative at the Social Security Administration for 20 years until retiring in 1977. She was a...
Max Branstrom
Feb 28, 2011
Mr. Max Branstrom, age 94, passed away Monday, February 28, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on March 27, 1916 to Arthur & Alida (Young) Branstrom and served as a bomber pilot in the US Navy during WWII. Max married the former Ellen Jean Gelderloos on September 18, 1943 and had been the owner of Lucky Auto Trim...
George Bartlett
Feb 27, 2011
George W. Bartlett, age 90, passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2011. He was born in South Bend, Indiana on November 8, 1920 to Dr. Frank Herbert and Lucy Weeks Bartlett. The Bartletts moved to Muskegon when George was a young child. George had been a resident in the Muskegon area following that move and was a part-time resident...
Loretta Marie Hoyle Parrish
Feb 25, 2011
Marie Parrish, age 88, passed away Friday evening on February 25, 2011. She was born in Mulberry Grove, Illinois on November 18, 1922 to Charles and Lola Hoyle. After she took an early retirement from Shaw-Walker, she started her own cleaning business. She was also a Mary Kay Consultant for 17 years. She was an active member of Calvary...
Mary Lou Elder
Feb 25, 2011
Mrs. Mary Elder, age 65, died Friday, February 25, 2011. She was born in Cheboygan, MI on February 26, 1945 to Lester & Madeline Clear. She grew up in Levering, MI and graduated from Pellston Public Schools. She was a homemaker for 25 years and then went to work for Fruitport Public Schools until retiring. Mary was a wonderful...
Joseph Strait
Feb 23, 2011
Mr. Joseph F. Strait, age 69, passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2011. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on December 4, 1941 to Joe & Irene (Sellers) Strait and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Karen Aldred on February 26, 1966. Mr. Strait had been a truck driver for Air Master Systems until...
Emily Goloversic Lafave
Feb 22, 2011
Emily Mary Goloversic LaFave was a warm, loving woman who knew the joy of a wonderful family. With great devotion to her children and an appreciation for hard work, Emily loved gardening, and planted beauty wherever she went in the world. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Emily brought true joy into the world, and touched many lives...
John Dufresne
Feb 21, 2011
John Dufrense was a determined, generous man who took great joy in the world around him. With a talent for cooking and a love for fishing and hunting, John was generous with his time, and had a heart of gold. A devoted companion, brother and friend, John brought great joy to those around him with his kindness and willingness...
Mary Sprague
Feb 21, 2011
Mrs. Mary J. Sprague, age 66, died Monday, February 21, 2011. She was born in Fruitport, MI on December 17, 1944 to Lyle & Christine (Kitchka) Server and married Jimmie Lee Sprague on December 16, 1967. Mrs. Sprague had been a loving homemaker. She was a member of Wolf Lake United Methodist Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing and collecting...
Dale Smith
Feb 20, 2011
Mr. Dale E. Smith, age 86, went to be with his Savior on Sunday, February 20, 2011 in Muskegon after struggling with COPD for several years. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on January 31, 1925 to Ernest & Jenny (Pontious) Smith who shortly after his birth, moved to Muskegon. He graduated from Muskegon Senior High School in...
