Mrs. Sylvia M. Sherburn, age 84, died Sunday, December 27, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 3, 1925 to Hubert & Jacoba (DeYoung) Epplett & married Dale Sherburn on June 13, 1943 in Texas. Mrs. Sherburn had been employed as an Inspector at Misco - Howmet for 10 years. She was a longtime member of Laketon...
Mrs. Marjorie J. Julien, age 84, passed away peacefully with her daughter Sunny by her side, Sunday, December 27, 2009. She was born in Detroit, MI on February 17, 1925 to Alvin & Mary (Helwig) Hinricksen and married Clement Julien on April 12, 1941. Mrs. Julien had been employed as a Cashier at Borman Foods until retiring. She was...
Mr. Jeffrey T. "Bo" Poniatowski, age 45, passed away Saturday, December 26, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 20, 1964 to Vincent & Sharon (Wolford) Poniatowski and married the former Mary Bergeman on September 26, 1987. Mr. Poniatowski was an avid fisherman who enjoyed the outdoors and sports. But foremost was his family & friends. SURVIVORS...
Honest and hard working, John Mangold lived a full and long life. He sacrificed much for the benefit and well being of his family, even from an early age. He knew the value of a dollar, and although he was not too keen on showing outward emotion or affection, he kept his family and faith closest to his heart....
EMERSON, MR. JIM North Muskegon Mr. Jim Emerson, age 63, died Thursday, December 24, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 25, 1946 to Lynn & Ann (Soden) Emerson & married the former Connie Swanson on September 7, 1968. Mr. Emerson had been employed as a machinist at SD Warren for 34 years until retiring in October...
Dorein Paxson was one of those special people who appreciated the many things that made life so valuable family, friends and faith. A devoted daughter, wife, mother and grandmother, Dorein lived in harmony with her beliefs and ideals, knowing that nothing was more important than the love of family. The year was 1910, Howard Taft was President, and the...
HANNA, MRS. EMILY Muskegon Mrs. Emily Hanna, age 88, died Wednesday, December 23, 2009. She was born in Grand Haven on March 8, 1921 to John & Rose (Havlick) Kadlec and married Warren J. Hanna on August 10, 1957. Mrs. Hanna was graduated from Grand Haven High School and then moved to Muskegon where she attended Muskegon Business College....
SKOGLUND, MS. LOIS MARIE Whitehall Ms. Lois M. Skoglund, age 84, died Tuesday, December 22, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on March 9, 1925 to Arthur & Elsie (Petersen) Skoglund. Ms. Skoglund had been a Buyer at Hardy-Herpolshimers for years until retiring. She attended First Congregational Church and enjoyed knitting & her bridge clubs. She will be...
Mr. Seth Rollenhagen, age 56, died Monday, December 21, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 27, 1953 to Calvin & Willma (Whitney) Rollenhagen and married the former Sandra Goodno on May 24, 1974. Mr. Rollenhagen had been a semi driver for Gilland Transfer & USF Holland. He was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church of...
Like the colorful and magnificent masterpieces he created with glass, Thomas McEwen was so full of vibrancy with layers of depth that were always unfolding in response to the world around him. He was a gifted artist who continued to master his trade, always striving to learn more about the craft. Tom was also dedicated to helping others when...
Mary B. Van Allsburg, age 89, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2009. Cremation has taken place and her ashes placed in the Columbarium at Central United Methodist Church, Muskegon, MI. In lieu of flowers, contributions remembering her may be made to Central Untied Methodist Church, 1011 Second, Muskegon, MI 49440 or the Michigan 4H Foundation Memorial Fund, 4700 Hagadorn...
There are times when life seems to have no answers only resounding answers that echo in the depths of ones soul. Kenneth Kenny Fisk was a young man who worked hard throughout his life to overcome the obstacles that seemed to resurface in his life time and time again, yet never losing that special spark that made him such...
Joyce Singerling graduated from this earth December 19, 2009. She was born in Chicago in 1915, the third child of Joseph and Grace Cihaks seven children. When the family moved to Muskegon, Joyce attended Muskegon High School. She enjoyed journalism, serving on the yearbook staff, and also became a varsity cheerleader. After graduating from MHS, she attended Muskegon Community...
Mr. William F. Hanna, age 89, passed away Friday, December 18, 2009. He was born in Marne, MI on January 12, 1920 to William & Mabel (Young) Hanna and served his country in the US Navy. He married the former Leola Ferris on May 27, 1950. Mr. Hanna had been an Attorney, a District Court Judge in Muskegon &...
Mr. Paul W. Johnson, age 64, died Thursday, December 17, 2009. He was born in Muskegon on November 10, 1945 to Raymond & Margaret (Vanderwest) Johnson. Mr. Johnson had been employed as a Draftsman at Teledyne Continental Motors for 43 years until retiring, he was a member of the Lithuanian Club and an avid Michigan State Fan. SURVIVORS 3...
Loved by her family and treasured by many friends, Lois K."Putt" Johnson Holmstrom had a zest for life. Outgoing and active, her life was filled enjoying her family, socializing with friends, and traveling. Although she suffered the loss of two husbands, Lois was blessed with wonderful companionship, care and love. Above all, Lois love of life will never be...
Mrs. Shirley A. Carpenter, age 63, passed away, Tuesday, December 15, 2009. She was born in Bay City, MI on August 30, 1946 to William & Charlotte (Osborn) Zins and married Terry Carpenter on November 11, 1962. Shirley lived each day to be with her children and grandchildren, the most important people in her life. She enjoyed life, loved...
Mrs. Joanne A. Slowik, age 78, died Monday, December 14, 2009. She was born in Michigan on March 2, 1931 to Harold & Sylvia (Clark) Schlattman and married John Slowik on December 12, 1986. Mrs. Slowik had been employed as a full time clerk at the circulation desk of Hackley Public Library. She was a member of Central United...
Gail Krohn was a woman who everyone seemed to know. For some it was because she was often the one in charge of events while others knew her because of her volunteer efforts in her church. However, the part of Gail that had the most significant impact on the hearts and lives of those around her was her tender...
To know Hazel Reynolds was to love her as it was not only the door to her home that remained open for all to enter in, but the door to her heart as well. She always had plenty of sweet treats on hand for anyone who came for a visit, yet she never shied away from offering the gift...