Carolyn Scharmer
Jun 10, 2011
Ms. Carolyn A. Scharmer, age 72, died Friday, June 10, 2011. She was born in Muskegon on August 30, 1938 to Albert & Marcella (Rojan) Scharmer. Carolyn was a homemaker and attended First Christian Reformed Church. She enjoyed gardening, search a word, and puzzles, but foremost was her family & friends. SURVIVORS Brother, Fred (Jane) Scharmer; sisters, Judy Watts,...
Jenny Durbin
Jun 9, 2011
Mrs. Jenny A. Durbin, age 67, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2011. She was born in Cincinnati, OH on June 17, 1943 to Harold & Vinnie (Grondal) Lang and married John Durbin in 1964. Mrs. Durbin had been employed as a Registered Nurse at North Ottawa Community Hospital for 15 years. She was a longtime member of Fruitport Congregational...
Gilbert Edward Moeller
Jun 9, 2011
Unconditional in his love, Gilbert Moeller was a man of integrity, who gave his all in everything he did with an unwavering and optimistic demeanor. His good spirit and smiling face served as testimony to the fact that Gilbert enjoyed every moment of his life, a life full of love. A proud veteran, devoted father and grandfather, and a...
Helen Jean Meinhardi Arntz
Jun 9, 2011
Helen Jean Meinhardi Arntz was a woman whom everyone seemed to know in the community where she made such a significant impact the community she called home throughout her long and fruitful life. She was described as vivacious and sparkling and accurately so since if she was around, one was sure to know it. Helen was a savvy businesswoman...
David Vanderberg
Jun 5, 2011
One of a kind, Dave Vanderberg added spice to the lives around him. He was helpful and caring, but above all, he loved his family and was very proud of them. Although conservative in nature, the decade of the 1950s sculpted the culture of America. Everything from music to movies, art and media to beloved comic strips and cartoons...
Bruce Giles
Jun 4, 2011
Mr. Bruce I. Giles, age 82, died Saturday, June 4, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 28, 1928 to Perry & Hazel (Butler) Giles. Mr. Giles had been an Entrepreneur who enjoyed many fields. SURVIVORS Daughters, Susan Giambuttista, Sherryl Lockhart; son, Brian (Audrey Vanderhyde) Giles; grandchildren, Katelyn Giles and Brock Giles; nephew and niece David Giles...
Catherine Lindrup
Jun 4, 2011
With a life that spanned nearly a century, Catherine Lindrup made a significant impact on the hearts and lives of those around her. She was a classy lady who considered it both her highest calling and her greatest blessing to care for the family she treasured more than life itself. A faith-filled woman, Catherine was mindful of others and...
Bernadine Cihak
Jun 2, 2011
Mrs. Bernadine A. Cihak, age 92, died Thursday, June 2, 2011. She was born in Joliet, IL on May 31, 1919 to Charles & Catherine (Schilling) Scheppman and married Charles W. Cihak on April 14, 1941. Mrs. Cihak had moved as a young child with her family to Whitehall. She had been a homemaker and was a member of...
Doris Chamberlain
Jun 1, 2011
Mrs. Doris I. Chamberlain, age 96, died Wednesday, June 1, 2011. She was born in Muskegon on April 20, 1915 to Edward & Hazel (Gates) Erickson and married Roy Chamberlain on May 20, 1935. Mrs. Chamberlain had been employed as an office clerk at Sears, Roebuck & Co., was a girl scout leader for many years, an avid reader,...
Isabelle Nelson
Jun 1, 2011
Isabelle "Belle" Marie Nelson was a strong woman with a strong faith. She was a dedicated mother, wife, and friend, seeing that her loved ones never went without. To those who had the blessing of knowing her, Belle was a warm and kind hearted woman in every way. Belle's story began in October of 1913, as the leaves began...
Wilma Gerst
May 31, 2011
Mrs. Wilma. Gerst, age 90, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011. She was born in St. Francisville, IL on April 12, 1921 to Frank & Echo (Redabaugh) McAdow and married Merrill B. Gerst on May 8, 1942. Mrs. Gerst had been employed as a Cook at Reeths-Puffer Schools for 12 years until retiring in 1988. Wilma had belonged to...
Rita Forester
May 31, 2011
Mrs. Rita C. Forester, age 76, died peacefully Tuesday, May 31, 2011. She was born in White Cloud, MI on August 10, 1934 to Robert & Catherine (Gallager) Gould and married William Louis Forester on June 3, 1956. Mrs. Forester had been a homemaker. She was an expert at creativity and cleverness in home economics and took pride in...
John Slager
May 30, 2011
Mr. John J. Slager, age 94, passed away Monday, May 30, 2011. He was born in Muskegon, MI on July 28, 1916 to Peter & Mabel (Caswell) Slager and served his country in the US Army during WWII. John married the former Linnea Jackson on April 12, 1946. Mr. Slager had been in Sales for Muskegon Hardware & Supply...
Adeline Thompson
May 29, 2011
Although her life was filled with many beautiful things, there was nothing more near and dear to the heart of Adeline Thompson than the family she shared with the love of her life. She was a devoted mother who was thrilled to become a grandmother, and she never hesitated to dote over each and every one of her five...
Vincent Furnari Sr.
May 29, 2011
Mr. Vincent P. Furnari, age 85, went home to be with the Lord, Sunday, May 29, 2011. He was born in Detroit, MI on June 25, 1925 to Leonard & Mary (Furnari) Furnari and served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married the former Joan Courtmanche. Mr. Furnari had been employed as a Tailor and was...
Joanne Aurich
May 28, 2011
Mrs. JoAnne Aurich, age 80, died Saturday, May 28, 2011. She was born in Ionia, MI on April 25, 1931 to Fred & Irma (Rollenhagen) Whalen and resided most of her life in Muskegon. She married Donald Aurich on December 3, 1949. Together they raised 3 children and owned Giles Jiff-ette Market from 1970-1977. She enjoyed fishing, art &...
Shirley Rowe-Grim
May 25, 2011
A kind and compassionate woman, Shirley Rowe-Grim made a significant impact in the lives of those within her reach. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who found her greatest joy when her family was near. One could always count on Shirley whether in ways great or small as helping out someone in need was something that came...
Paula Slocum
May 21, 2011
Although the days of Paula Slocum numbered far too few, the impact she made on the lives of those around her was far more significant than most can even dream of making. She was kind and generous with her time and resources with energy that never seemed to run dry. Paula was completely devoted to both her husband and...
Charles Engquist
May 21, 2011
Through the life of Charles Engquist, we learn that each day is a gift and that it is through loving others that we are richly blessed. In everything he did Charlie carried himself with honor, integrity, and strength that seemed to never run dry. It was easy to see that there was nothing of greater value to him than...
