Dale Deering
Dec 9, 2011
When we remember Dale Deering, words such as hardworking, loyal, and resourceful come to mind, yet it was his unending love for his family that will be his lasting legacy. He was a no frills sort of man who believed in giving everything his all. Although he was more restrained in showing affection, Dale loved to tease his family...
Sharon Page
Dec 9, 2011
When reflecting on the life of Sharon Page, words such as patient, tender, and selfless are the recurring melody throughout her lifes song. She devoted her time to caring for the children she loved more than life itself no matter the personal cost. Sharon struggled with health issues throughout her life, yet she had an overabundance of joy as...
Arthur "Art" Burkall
Dec 8, 2011
Mr. Arthur M. "Art" Burkall, age 88, died Thursday, December 8, 2011. He was born in Muskegon on June 3, 1923 to Peter & Marie (Schmidt) Burkall and married the former Delores Balkema. Mr. Burkall had served his country in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during WWII. He had been employed as a Printer at Shaw Walker for 35...
Mattie Schaub
Dec 8, 2011
Mrs. Mattie O. Schaub, age 89, died Thursday, December 8, 2011. She was born in Petosky, MI on September 29, 1922 to Grover & Mattie (Yell) Lybarker and married Clifford Schaub on June 5, 1940. Mrs. Schaub had been a homemaker and was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Church. Mrs. Schaub enjoyed her children &...
Barbara Graves
Dec 7, 2011
Miss Barbara Jean Graves, age 65, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011. She was born in Muskegon, MI on September 28, 1946 to James & Marian (VanMunster) Graves. Miss Graves had been a laborer at Shaw Walker for several years. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Mother, Marian Graves of North Muskegon; brothers, James M. (Marcia Austin) Graves, Jr....
Harold Gowell
Dec 7, 2011
Mr. Harold M. Gowell, age 88, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2011. He was born in Muskegon Hts, MI on May 28, 1923 to Ebbie & Carrie (Holmes) Gowell and married the former Elsie Schutter on November 21, 1943. Mr. Gowell had been employed at Shaw Walker for 39 years until retiring in 1984. He was a life time...
Gary Beck
Dec 7, 2011
Mr. Gary L. Beck, age 64, died Wednesday, December 7, 2011. He was born on January 29, 1947 to Leonard & Lena Beck. Gary was a kind soul whose smile lit up his face. He was very happy living at the Terra Nova Home in Whitehall and spending time with it's residents and staff. SURVIVORS 2 sisters, Darlene &...
Doris Tomorsky
Dec 6, 2011
While living a life that spanned nearly a century, Doris Tomorsky touched the hearts and lives of so many within her reach. With her unwavering faith as her constant companion, she embraced both the great joys and the deep sorrows as part of Gods perfect plan for her life. Doris was a nurturing and devoted mother, but being a...
James Fagan
Dec 2, 2011
Mr. James Joseph Fagan, age 85, died Friday, December 2, 2011 encircled by his wife and seven children. He was born in Muskegon MI, on October 11, 1926 to James & Florence (Kline) Fagan. Jim was a member of the class of 1945 at Muskegon Senior High School. He earned a BA from Western Michigan University in 1955 and...
Lula Parham
Nov 30, 2011
All who knew Lula Parham would agree that she was a vibrant woman who lived an ordinary life accompanied by her extraordinary heart. She was a no frills kind of woman who was content in whatever life brought her with her unwavering faith as her constant companion. A woman who was never afraid of hard work, Lula wholeheartedly devoted...
Alice "Allie" Zellar
Nov 30, 2011
Mrs. Alice R. "Allie" Zellar, age 86, died Wednesday, November 30, 2011. She was born in Muskegon on April 2, 1925 to Floyd & Daisy (Francis) Schaub and married Walter "Mike" Zellar. Mrs. Zellar had been employed as a Bus driver at Fruitport Public Schools for 27 years until retiring in 1980. She was a member of the Bah'ai...
Robert S. Christopher
Nov 28, 2011
When reflecting on the life of Robert Christopher, we are reminded to treasure each day we are given with the ones we love. He enjoyed pursuing many interests throughout his life, but nothing was more dear to his heart than spending time with the family he cherished. Robert was a man of great wisdom who inspired the students who...
John "Dog" Connell
Nov 24, 2011
Mr. John C. 'Dog' Connell, age 59, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2011. He was born in Cass City, MI on November 8, 1952 to Colin & Catherine (McLeod) Connell and married the former Lisa Whalen Gibbs on April 30, 2011. Mr. Connell had been self employed as a motorcycle mechanic. SURVIVORS Wife, Lisa; son, John (Sonie Zaggman) Marshall...
Barbara Vanetten
Nov 24, 2011
Mrs. Barbara E. VanEtten, age 60, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2011. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 8, 1951 to Germay C.J. & Luella (Smith) Rouse and married Larry VanEtten on September 20, 1969. Mrs. VanEtten had been part owner of The Cookie Shop. She was a member of McGraft Memorial Congregational Church and enjoyed needlepoint...
Rebecca Knowlton
Nov 23, 2011
Mrs. Rebecca R. Knowlton, age 67, passed Wednesday, November 23, 2011. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on December 3, 1943 to Ned & Dorothy (Foster) Bomers and married Michael Knowlton on June 18, 1966. Mrs. Knowlton had been a loving mother and grandmother whose family meant the world to her. She was active as a board member...
Bess Commodore
Nov 23, 2011
Mrs. Bess N. Commodore, age 83, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2011. She was born in Dermont, AR on July 25, 1928 to Curtis & Martha (Thompson) Neal and married William E. Commodore on August 18, 1965. She was a clinical Laboratory Scientist. As a clinical scientist, she served as a delegate to represent the US on an international...
Louise Keur
Nov 22, 2011
Mrs. Louise E. Keur, age 98, went to be with her Lord Tuesday, November 22, 2011. She was born in Washburn WI , on March 7, 1913 to John B. & Mabel (Gibson) Page and married Peter Keur on March 7, 1935. Mrs. Keur worked for Ottawa County for the Treasurer and Register of Deeds for over 25 years...
John Gronevelt
Nov 20, 2011
Mr. John R. Gronevelt, age 89, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2011. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on July 31, 1922 to John & Anna (Ruiter) Gronevelt and served his country in the US Army. John married the former Caroline Poel on April 25, 1946. Mr. Gronevelt had been employed as a mason contractor at Tri-City Construction...
Yvonne "Bonnie" Smith
Nov 18, 2011
Although life was not without times of great trial for Yvonne Bonnie Smith, she was a woman of grace whose quiet strength and unwavering faith sustained her along her lifes journey. She devoted her days to loving those around her whether her family, her fellow church members, or those within her community. Armed with a quick wit and her...
Leo Gartland
Nov 18, 2011
Mr. Leo C. Gartland, age 75, died Friday, November 18, 2011. He was born in Boston, MA on March 11, 1936 to Leo & Margaret (Colford) Gartland and served his country in the US Navy. He married the former Beverly Sharkey on August 25, 1957 and had been the owner of Gartland Insurance Agency. Leo's love of gambling started...
