Karen Kern
May 29, 2010
KERN, MS. KAREN I. North Muskegon Ms. Karen I. Kern, age 63, died Saturday, May 29, 2010 after a brief heart-related illness. She was born in Muskegon, Michigan on February 3, 1947 to Delmar & Joan (Ozgowicz) Rhodea. Ms. Kern retired from the Holton Public School District after a rewarding career of teaching for over 30 years. She had...
Maxine M. Santala
May 24, 2010
Maxine Mae Santala was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was at the same time, intense and fun, fastidious and happy, frugal and generous. As a bright and honest woman, she was a natural teacher and an example to others. She delighted in her friendships and her family was important in her life. Maxines story began just...
Robert Foltz
May 24, 2010
Mr. Robert N. Foltz, age 80, passed away Monday, May 24, 2010. He was born in Newton, IL on January 7, 1930 to Guy Edward & Clarissa (McDaniel) Foltz and married the former Gloria Dartz on August 26, 1950. Mr. Foltz had been employed as a wood patternmaker for his whole life, retiring from Seaway Pattern. Bob loved to...
Donald Lamb
May 23, 2010
Mr. Donald C. Lamb, age 40, passed away Sunday, May 23, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on February 11, 1970 to Cecil & Marjorie (Gifford) Lamb and married the former Lori Whalen on October 14, 1995. Mr. Lamb had been employed as a Pipe Fitter at Miller Pipe Line for 12 years. Don loved working on cars,...
Ferris Carefelle
May 21, 2010
Mr. Ferris L. Carefelle, age 88, died Friday, May 21, 2010 at home. He was born in Manistique, MI on February 21, 1922 to William & Maude (Paradise) Carefelle and served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married the former Marion Edwards on January 27, 1945. Mr. Carefelle had been employed as a foreman at Michigan...
Patricia Bard
May 21, 2010
There are some who seem to whittle away their days accomplishing just enough to get through each moment, but nothing could be farther from the truth when reflecting on the life of Patricia Bard. She impacted not only the lives of those within her family and community, but their hearts as well. Always a woman who was thinking of...
Emily Wiseman
May 21, 2010
Emily F. Wiseman, age 1 month 10 days, died Friday, May 21, 2010. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on April 12, 2010 to John Wiseman & Cherise Lidke. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Parents, Cherise Lidke & John Wiseman of Twin Lake; sister, Natalie Wiseman; grandparents, Barb Lidke & Jimmie Wolffis, Fred (Teresa) Asbell; great grandparents,...
Kathleen Kelly
May 20, 2010
Kathleen Kelly had a smile that could light up a room. She had a way about her that made others feel warm and at ease. She experienced great joy and great loss in her life, and had the ability to empathize with both. Kathy loved to give of her time and creative talents; though her greatest joy was spending...
Clifford Dobben
May 18, 2010
Mr. Clifford G. Dobben, age 80, died Tuesday, May 18, 2010. SURVIVORS Wife of 55 years, JoAnn (Vanderwerp) Dobben of Muskegon; sisters, Barbara Terres of CA, Vivian (David) Camp of CA; brother-in-law, George Vanderwerp of IL; sister-in-law, Bette Vanderwerp of Muskegon; 6 nieces and 2 nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers-in-law, Bill Vanderwerp & Andrew Terres and...
Mildred Hoffman
May 17, 2010
Mrs. Mildred M. Hoffman, age 94, died Monday, May 17, 2010. She was born in Sand Lake, MI on March 19, 1916 to John & Nellie (Parker) Hardy and married C. Byron Hoffman on April 4, 1952. Mrs. Hoffman had been employed as an Inspector at Muskegon Piston Ring until retiring in 1976. She was a member of Central...
Penny Pelletier
May 17, 2010
There were many things that brought a smile to the lips of Penny Pelletier things such as traveling and finding a great bargain, but nothing brought her more joy than the grandchildren she cherished more than life itself. She worked hard throughout her life and although the road was not always easy, Penny made the most of every opportunity...
Everett Colthorp
May 17, 2010
COLTHORP, MR. EVERETT T. Muskegon Mr. Everett Colthorp, age 71, died May 17, 2010. He was born to Glenn and Ellen Colthorp on August 17, 1938 in Gratiot County. He moved to Muskegon County in 1995. SURVIVORS He is survived by three brothers, their spouses and many nephews and nieces. SERVICE A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May...
Ruth Wheaton
May 14, 2010
Mrs. Ruth J. Wheaton, age 92, died Friday, May 14, 2010. She was born in Chicago, IL on March 27, 1918 to Karl & Emma (Pavlic) Fitzpatrick and married Robert Wheaton on July 9, 1942. Mrs. Wheaton had been a homemaker. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, P.E.O. Women's Association, a longtime board member of Fitzpatrick Electric...
Jacqueline M. Keith
May 14, 2010
Jacqueline Keith showed a great capacity to love throughout her life. Taking great joy in the smiles of her children and grandchildren, Jackie was a hard working, honest woman who lived her life with utmost care and generosity. Guided by her undying faith, Jacqueline showed a true servants heart throughout her life. With a creative spirit, a quick smile,...
Verna Strait
May 11, 2010
Mrs. Verna D. Strait, age 90, went to be with her Lord & Savior Tuesday, May 11, 2010 with her family by her side. She was born in Oceana County, MI on September 20, 1919 to John & Valeda (Rumsey) Smith and married Harold Strait on July 18, 1936. Harold & Verna were proprietors of Harold's Gulf & Harold's...
Craig Flahive
May 9, 2010
When time stands still and the worth of a man is counted, there are many things that can be said about the integrity and impact the life of Craig Flahive had on others. First and foremost, Craig was a family man who loved his family dearly. He lived well and loved much, and learned to blend those talents in...
Elizabeth Wilson
May 7, 2010
It is easy to see what a remarkable woman Elizabeth Wilson was each and every day. She was a classy lady who was rarely without her high heels and always made sure that her hair and makeup were just right as well. Elizabeth was a devoted mother to her daughter and was a mother figure to many other young...
Edith May Paulson
May 6, 2010
Edith May Paulson was a strong, resilient woman who focused on her family while sustaining her own interests. Her upbringing and the events of life taught her to appreciate the good things she had and to make the most of matters when times were difficult. She was warm and creative, diligent and caring, passionate and full of life. To...
Robert Cole
May 6, 2010
Mr. Robert E. Cole, age 87, died Thursday, May 6, 2010. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on August 13, 1922 to John & Madeline (Gaudin) Cole and married the former Julia Davis on June 21, 1947. Mr. Cole proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII aboard the ships, Philadelphia & George E. Davis. He...
Nellie Taylor
May 2, 2010
Mrs. Nellie. Taylor, age 95, died Sunday, May 2, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 25, 1914 to Gerrit & Nellie (Yonker) VanderStelt and married Lester Taylor on September 12, 1987. Mrs. Taylor had been employed as a Inspector at Sealed Power for over 30 years until retiring in 1974. She was a member of Berean...