Jim Terpenning
Aug 25, 2010
Dearly loved by his family and many friends, Jim Terpenning added much to the lives of others. A devoted husband, dedicated father and grandfather, Jim gave his all and then some. Generous and kind, his personable nature and fun loving ways will be deeply missed and treasured. In 1932 the economy continued to deteriorate as a result of the...
Helen Cartwright
Aug 22, 2010
Although Helen Cartwright valued many things throughout her life, none were more important than creating close relationships with the family she treasured so deeply. She was a devoted mother, proud grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother and dependable sister, who laced her days with thoughtfulness and devotion. Helen was a woman of great strength who worked hard throughout...
Thomas Plouhar
Aug 22, 2010
Mr. Thomas P. Plouhar, age 70, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 30, 1939 to Bernard & Caroline (Felcoski) Plouhar. He joined the Marine Corp Reserve and married the former Sharon Hearl. Mr. Plouhar had been an employee of Howmet for over 30 years until retiring in 2002. He was an...
Melvin Laflame
Aug 22, 2010
Mr. Melvin E. LaFlame, age 75, passed away Sunday, August 22, 2010. He was born in Muskegon Heights, MI on June 16, 1935 to Charles & Daisy (Long) LaFlame and served his country in the US Army. Melvin married the former Donna Zielinski on December 27, 1958. Mr. LaFlame had been employed as a shipping clerk at Brunswick for...
Kathleen Hemmeke
Aug 19, 2010
According to Kathleen Hemmeke, nothing beat a day at the beach with the rays of the sun enveloping her body like a warm and tender hug while the waves offered the sweetest serenade. Many of her most precious memories were made there, watching her children and grandchildren playing in the sand and splashing in the waves while she lost...
Major Donald Ryan
Aug 18, 2010
Major Donald R. Ryan, USAF (Ret) age 82, died Wednesday, August 18, 2010. He was born in Muskegon on April 7, 1928 to James & Emily (St. Amour) Ryan and married the former Barbara Spears in 1953 whom he met while both were serving in the USAF. Maj. Ryan served his country for 22 years stationed in Germany, Japan,...
Mark Bellaire
Aug 18, 2010
BELLAIRE, MR. MARK ALLEN Fomerly of Grand Haven Mr. Mark A. Bellaire, age 46, died Wednesday, August 18, 2010. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on March 14, 1964 to Allen & Claudia (Clark) Bellaire. Mr. Bellaire was a graduate of Grand haven High School had been employed at Charter House Innovations in Holland for several years. SURVIVORS...
Julia Ceplin
Aug 17, 2010
Mrs. Julia K. Ceplin, age 76, died Tuesday, August 17, 2010. She was born in Muskegon on September 9, 1933 to Marion & Alice (Wasunyk) Gemzer and married Amel Ceplin on February 23, 1952. Mrs. Ceplin had been employed as a Shipping Inspector at George Morrell Industries for 37 years until retiring in 1987. She was a member of...
Gary Grabinski
Aug 16, 2010
Mr. Gary F. Grabinski, age 72, died Monday, August 16, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 4, 1937 to Frank & Vivian (Cloud) Grabinski and married the former Linda Mackey on June 4, 1982. SURVIVORS Wife, Linda; 5 sons; 5 daughters; several grandchildren & great grandchildren; 2 brothers; 2 sisters. He was preceded in death by...
Beatrice "Bea" Wilde
Aug 13, 2010
There are many people who spend their lives building up a stockpile of treasures on earth, but then there are those like Beatrice Wilde whose main focus was on storing up treasures in heaven. In fact, it was loving others that was her primary focus in her daily life. There was nothing of greater value to Bea than caring...
Blaine Pearson Sr.
Aug 13, 2010
Mr. Blaine L. Pearson Sr., age 67, passed away Friday, August 13, 2010. He was born in Westbrook, Maine on November 22, 1942 to Herbert & Maude (Lombard) Pearson and served his country in the US Navy. He married the former Carole Jensen on January 11, 1964. Mr. Pearson had been a self employed truck driver for over 30...
Olive M. Donner
Aug 13, 2010
Although her life spanned more than 100 years, what made Olive Donner such a remarkable woman was her kind and tender heart. She was someone who could always see the good in others and was accepting of everyones differences. Those who knew Olive knew that nothing was more near and dear to her heart than her family, and she...
Emily Bectel
Aug 12, 2010
There are times when life seems so unfair times where there are no answers and only questions left resounding in the depths of ones soul. Questions such as why some parents have to say goodbye to their children before they ever get to say hello, as in the case of Jeremy and Stephanie Bectel, will forever remain unanswered. Little...
Donny Mitchell Mckay
Aug 12, 2010
Mr. Donny Mitchell McKay, age 44, passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010. He is survived by his partner, Michael Mitchell McKay of Harrison, MI; father, Donny Ray Mitchell Sr. of Teaberry, KY; brother, Douglas Mitchell of Linden, MI and special cousin, Anna Jackson of Ocala, FL. Your friends David, Allison, Theo, Drew and others will miss you and always...
Dorothy Jacobs
Aug 11, 2010
Mrs. Dorothy G. Jacobs, age 99, died Wednesday, August 11, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on January 18, 1911 to Ernest & Stella (Cargill) Jones. Mrs. Jacobs had been employed as a bookkeeper at Miladys' until retiring. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Loving daughter, Michele (Larry) Romanelli of Muskegon; son, Eugene Jacobs; 7 grandchildren including special...
Bradley Memberto
Aug 11, 2010
One of the things that Bradley Memberto was best known for was the way he could squeeze every last drop out of each day he was given. Known as the man with the plan according to his daughters, Brad was a vibrant and colorful man with a contagious sense of humor. He was an avid fisherman, a loyal fan...
Geraldine L. "Gerry" Shannon
Aug 8, 2010
Geraldine Shannon was truly a beautiful person, inside and out. She purposely looked for ways to give to others, always thinking of their needs before her own. Her caring nature and easy manner won her many friends who considered it a privilege to know her. A cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, Geraldine did everything she could to...
Juanita Vokal
Aug 7, 2010
Mrs. Juanita Babe "Nita Bug" Vokal, age 82, went to be with her Lord Saturday, August 7, 2010. She was born in Fenton, Michigan on September 20, 1927 to Walter & Dorla (Hinsdall) Phillips and married Edward Vokal on February 14, 1970. Mrs. Vokal had been a waitress at Harvey's Pontaluna and other restaurants until retiring. She loved the...
Bruce G. Dean
Aug 5, 2010
When reflecting on the life of Bruce Dean, it is easy to see that his love for the Lord tinged his every thought, word, and deed. He was proud of his faith and wasnt afraid to be a witness either, often sharing the joy in his heart with those who sat in the backseat of his cab. Bruce was...
Beulah A. Barrett
Aug 5, 2010
Beulah Barrett lived a long and fulfilling life rich with traditions and an overabundance of love for her family. She was a woman of faith whose touch extended to countless others within her reach. A rather adventurous woman, Beulah traveled many places throughout the United States as she had a keen appreciation for the world around her. She lived...
