Katherine Hazard
Mar 13, 2010
It is easy to see that when faced with struggles throughout her long and fulfilling life, Katherine Hazard carried herself with a quiet strength accompanied by just the right amount of grace. She simply did what needed to be done when the storms of life blew her way, holding fast to both her faith and her enduring love for...
Michael Hradsky
Mar 13, 2010
Michael "Mike" Hradsky, age 57, died Saturday, March 13, 2010. He was born in Muskegon on August 22, 1952 to Steve and Ruth (Rickerd) Hradsky and married the former Karyn A. VanMilligan on September 11, 1993. Mike had served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He was self-employed and owned Suburban Contractors in Chicago Hts., IL. He...
Drusilla Mcmillan
Mar 12, 2010
Born April 5th, 1929 to Donald & Clara Sutherland in Detroit, MI. Drue passed away March 12th, 2010 at Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, CO after a long and valiant struggle with cancer. Drue married her high school sweetheart, Ken (Big Mac) McMillan, January 21, 1950. Together they had three children. She worked for Sears in Muskegon, MI...
Donald J. Goven
Mar 12, 2010
Donald Goven was a man of great strength, integrity, and depth of character whose life reflects what it means to live each day on purpose while always making the best of every situation. He selflessly answered the call to serve his country in order to preserve the freedoms we still enjoy today. Those who knew Don knew that he...
Albert Dorn
Mar 11, 2010
Although he was small in stature, Albert Dorn was a man who was hard to miss since his great amounts of integrity and spirit of compassion were traits that drew others near. He knew what it meant to work hard from an early age and how to truly sacrifice for others. Part of what made Al such a remarkable...
Loretta Jean Tiles
Mar 10, 2010
It is often said that beauty is only skin deep, but in the case of Loretta Tiles, she was as beautiful on the inside as she was on the outside. She was a gracious woman who was fully devoted to the family she treasured above all else. Loretta was a fun-loving woman, too, who would keep her grandchildren laughing...
Richard Botbyl
Mar 8, 2010
Mr. Richard H. Botbyl, age 82, died Monday, March 8, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 2, 1927 to John & Margie (DeYoung) Botbyl and served his country in the US Army in Germany & Korea. Mr. Botbyl had been the Owner & Operator of the Botbyl Radio-TV Shop for many years. He was a past...
Marie E.Borgeson
Mar 7, 2010
People who knew Marie Borgeson were blessed by her unconditional love, and her generosity of spirit. She was a gracious, most kindhearted woman who, through her love and hard work, provided a strong and benevolent foundation for her family. The year was 1918 and Woodrow Wilson had been elected to his second term as President, Irving Berlin penned God...
Deloris J. Council
Mar 6, 2010
In all she did, Deloris Council put forth great love and dedication to her family. Her heart extended to others as well, and she was no stranger to hard work. Deloris raised her family with a firm grip, and back talk was never tolerated in her home. With great respect, they never questioned her unconditional love and unending devotion....
Inez Carpenter
Mar 3, 2010
Mrs. Inez P. Carpenter, age 92, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010. She was born in Kent City, MI on April 29, 1917 to Arthur Leroy & Ruby (Monroe) Walcott and married Walter Carpenter on August 30, 1940. Mrs. Carpenter had been employed as an Executive Secretary at Consumers Power for many loyal years until retiring in 1972. She was...
Stella Maynard
Mar 3, 2010
Stella Maynard was a very special woman who dedicated her life to her family. Always caring and thoughtful, she found great happiness in the simple pleasures of life, and was always ready to be there for you. Stella had a full, caring heart, and everyone who spent time with her felt the warmth of her presence. Although it fell...
Kenneth E. Shanafelt
Mar 3, 2010
For anyone who knew Kenneth Shanafelt, it was plain to see that his grandchildren were the apple of his eye. He was quite the jokester with a unique sense of humor who loved sharing his laughter with the world around him. Ken made the most of the days he was given, even when life was not always easy for...
Doris Nelson
Mar 1, 2010
Doris' joyful earthly life ended at the age of 85 on March 1, 2010 in Orlando FL with all of her family around her, which proved one of the most meaningful pleasures in her life. Mrs. Nelson lived a long and loving life with husband LeRoy, who preceded her in death in 2000 after many adventurous years of world...
Joseph Nickless
Mar 1, 2010
With an undeniable zest for life, Joe Nickless was an outgoing fellow and a friend to many. Hardworking, Joe spent a lifetime enjoying his work in the company of great friends. Although head strong and opinionated about the issues for which he was passionate, Joe was often the life of a party whom others enjoyed. Throughout his life, Joe...
Sharlene Olsen
Feb 25, 2010
Mrs. Sharlene J. Olsen, age 75, was called home to enjoy peace and contentment with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, February 24, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 9, 1934 to Manning & Marian (Page) Mars and married Tom Olsen on May 28, 1965. Mrs. Olsen had been employed at DeBoer Nursing Home until retiring in...
Patrick Bergeman Sr.
Feb 24, 2010
Mr. Patrick W. Bergeman, Sr. age 72, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on October 31, 1937 to Harley & Clara (Casey) Bergeman and served his country in the US Marine Corps. Mr. Bergeman had been the founder of Fruitport Tile & Floor Covering known today as Futura Home Decorating. He was a...
Evelyn M. Proctor
Feb 23, 2010
Evelyn Proctor lived a long and full life. From her humble beginnings in Oceana County, Michigan, she worked hard to earn an education, raise her family and enjoy the fruits of a good life. Education was very important to Evelyn, and she went on to become a dedicated teacher, who impacted countless young lives during her many years of...
George Wallish
Feb 21, 2010
When George Wallish was around, one was sure to know it as he had an infectious zest for life and was always the life of the party no matter where he went. He cherished his family above all else and shared special moments surrounded by those he treasured, sometimes with a fishing rod in his hand. George felt a...
Evelyn Davidson
Feb 20, 2010
Truly a remarkable woman, Evelyn Davidson filled her family with wonderful love and great devotion. She was a woman of elegance who took extra care in her appearance, as well as her home. Throughout her long life, Evelyn experienced much and lived fully. She loved her family beyond compare, and held each of them in special places within her...
George Perry Sr.
Feb 20, 2010
Mr. George H. Perry Sr., age 75, died Saturday, February 20, 2010. He was born in South Kingston, RI on February 25, 1934 to Fredrick & Carrie (Hurley) Perry and served in the US Army. He married the former Patricia Hill on April 19, 1975. Mr. Perry had been employed as a machine operator at Brunswick for 37 years...
