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...
Carrie Corbin
Apr 30, 2010
Carrie Corbin was a woman who was hard to miss as her smile could brighten even the darkest of days. She had an unending love for her children and as mothers go, Carrie was hard to beat. She was always thinking of others, often brightening the days of those she cared about with a simple card that said so...
Ferdinand "Bob" Hansen
Apr 30, 2010
Mr. Ferdinand B. "Bob" Hansen, age 87, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2010. He was born in McBrides, MI on October 2, 1922 to Henry & Ada (Zimmerman) Hansen and served his country in the US Merchant Marines. He married the former Dorothy Hancock on April 8, 1945. Mr. Hansen had been employed at Campbell, Wyant & Cannon and...
Ruth Youmans
Apr 28, 2010
Mrs. Ruth M. Youmans, age 92, died Wednesday, April 28, 2010. She was born in Benton Harbor, MI on December 26, 1917 to Thurston & Sophia (Weber) Schiller and married James E. Youmans on September 26, 1947. Mrs. Youmans worked for the US Army Ordinance at Continental Motors during WWII and had been a Nurses Aide until retiring from...
Melvin Califf
Apr 27, 2010
Mr. Melvin A. Califf, age 82, died Tuesday, April 27, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on June 7, 1927 to Leslie & Mabel (Spencer) Califf and married the former Ruth Sutton on July 5, 1952. Mr. Califf had been employed as a Machinist at Gardner-Denver for 27 years until retiring to Zepher Hills, FL in 1989. He...
Marilyn Goldberg
Apr 27, 2010
Mrs. Marilyn A. Goldberg, age 74, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 27, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on October 3, 1935 to Maurice & Jeanette (Snowfleet) Yonkers and married David Goldberg Jr. on November 4, 1955 in Muskegon. Marilyn had been a homemaker. She was a member of the Muskegon Vikings Lodge and avid reader who enjoyed music,...
Donald D. Sodini
Apr 23, 2010
The foundation of his family, Don Sodinis life could be summed in three words . . . faith, love and family. A dedicated and hard working man, he was foremost a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. A true teaser at heart, Don had an uncanny sense of humor and it brought him joy to bring smiles...
Daris Andree
Apr 21, 2010
Daris J. Andree, age 93, passed away April 21, 2010 in Grand Haven, MI. She was born in Crosby, MN on January 17, 1917 to John and Jennie (Cox) Beddow. She married Donald R. Andree in Red Bank, NJ on August 17, 1943, who preceded her in death on February 18, 2000. SURVIVORS Niece, Jean Schilleman; special friend, Betty...
Phillip Cooper
Apr 20, 2010
To live and let live, without clamour for distinction or recognition; to wait on divine love; to write truth first on the tablet of one's own heart - this is the sanity and perfection of living. Mary Baker Eddy The greatest gift a man can give is never found wrapped in gold. It is the gift found in what...
Wilma Devette Bond
Apr 18, 2010
Wilma DeVette Bond died Sunday, April 18, 2010, at the age of 85 following complications associated with cancer. Wilma Marie DeVette was born February 9, 1925, in Erie, PA. She married William H. Bond on July 7, 1944. Following WWII, they settled in Detroit where Wilma worked as a retail buyer to support the family while Bill attended medical...
Rose Smith
Apr 12, 2010
One thing that was hard to miss about Rosaline Rose Smith was her spirit of independence. She had a quiet strength that carried her throughout her lifes journey, too. Rose was blessed to spend most of her life with her true companion with whom she experienced so much of what the world has to offer. She built a successful...
