Stella Stojak
Feb 19, 2010
Mrs. Stella J. Stojak, age 92, died Friday, February 19, 2010. She was born in Chicago, IL on March 10, 1917 to John & Anna (Plichta) Kapecki and married Adam V. Stojak on November 27, 1937. Mrs. Stojak had been a Co-Owner of The Beverly Corset Shop. She attended Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. Stella traveled the world...
Ronald Johnson
Feb 19, 2010
Some will remember Ronald Johnson for his smooth dance moves while others will remember his mouth-watering chicken, but all who knew him will remember Ronald for his deep love for life. He worked hard over the years, yet he also found time to enjoy many things whether great or small. Ronald dearly loved his family and was dedicated to...
Frances Woodruff
Feb 18, 2010
Mrs, Frances I. Woodruff, age 75, died Thursday, February 18, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 2, 1935 to Frank & Helen (Sawyer) McAdow and married Thomas L. Woodruff on July 7, 1967. Mrs. Woodruff had been employed as a hostess/waitress at Herbie's Cafe for years until retiring in December 2009. She enjoyed knitting, reading, garage...
Evelyn Swanson
Feb 15, 2010
Mrs. Evelyn M. Swanson, age 87, passed away peacefully in her home, Monday, February 15, 2010 with her children in her presence. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 22, 1922 to Jon & Ella (Muir) Fenner and married Paul Swanson on August 4, 1945. Evelyn had been an active member at Laketon Bethel Reformed Church. Her faith...
Ora Ashley
Feb 14, 2010
Mr. Ora M. Ashley, age 87, died Sunday, February 14, 2010. He was born in Montcalm County, MI on June 16, 1922 to Richard & Francis (Garrison) Ashley and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Lucille M. Rice on January 13, 1951. Mr. Ashley had been a Deputy Sheriff for Muskegon County for 34...
Eugene "Gene" Bishop
Feb 12, 2010
Mr. Eugene "Gene" W. Bishop, age 67, died Friday, February 12, 2010. He was born in Muskegon on January 11, 1943 to Floyd & Dorothy (Sherwood) Bishop and married the former Diane Sheesley on May 10, 1975. Mr. Bishop had served his country in the U.S. Army. He had been employed as a Molder at Century Foundry for over...
Howard Holmstrom
Feb 12, 2010
Mr. Howard O. Holmstrom, age 83, died Friday, February 12, 2010. He was born in Ludington, MI on March 1, 1926 to Oscar & Hattie (Beck) Holmstrom and served his country in the US Navy. He married the former Lillian Garland on May 22, 1948. Mr. Holmstrom had been employed in maintenance at Anderson Bowling for 30 years until...
Hilda Smith
Feb 12, 2010
Hilda Smith was a woman who enjoyed traveling, gardening, and taking long rides in the car, but first and foremost in her life was always her family. In fact, nothing brought her greater joy than spending time with her grandchildren no matter where they were or what they were doing. Hilda also had a special place in her heart...
John Cox
Feb 10, 2010
Mr. John Edward Cox, age 94, died Wednesday, February 10, 2010. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who loved the outdoors. SURVIVORS His wife of 70 years, Mae; daughter, Linda Herington; son-in-law, Bill Herington; grandchildren, Kimberly (Jeff) Haverdink and Jason (Kristen) Herington; great grandchildren, Sarah (Jerry) Salinas, Sydney, Ethan & Jessica Herington; great great grandchild, Jeremy; special friends,...
Benjamin Wood
Feb 9, 2010
Benjamin B. Wood, age 65, died Tuesday, February 9, 2010. He was born in Cleveland, OH on September 23, 1944 to Paul & Mary (Devlin) Wood. Ben married Linda Engle on March 4, 2000. Mr. Wood was employed at ADAC Automotive for 20 years as Director of Manufacturing, Planning and Logistics. He retired in 2009. He enjoyed sports, reading,...
Jeanne Bartlett
Feb 8, 2010
Mrs. Jeanne L. Bartlett, age 84, died peacefully at her home on Monday, February 8, 2010. She was born on February 9, 1925 in Muskegon, Michigan and had been a resident of North Muskegon most of her life and a part-time resident of Aspen, Colorado since 1974. She married George W. Bartlett, on September 11, 1948. She will be...
Iris Galindo
Feb 8, 2010
Mrs. Iris L. Galindo, age 75, died Monday, February 8, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on November 24, 1934 to Herman & Martha (Hill) Borgerding. Mrs. Galindo had been employed as a Nurses Aide at several nursing homes until retiring. SURVIVORS Son, Fred Galindo; daughters, Gloria "GeeGee" Galindo MacLean, Tamra (Alec) Galindo Buckley; grandchildren, Sarah, Garrison, Aley,...
Beverly Michael
Feb 7, 2010
Mrs. Beverly J. Michael, age 71, died Sunday, February 7, 2010. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on February 11, 1938 to Otto & Clara (DeRemo) Charters. Mrs. Michael had been a homemaker who enjoyed knitting & Bingo. SURVIVORS Sons, Wayne (Julie) Rose of Hastings, Bruce (Lori) Rose of CT, James (Marilou) Rose of Grand Haven, Doug Rose...
Donna Seeger
Feb 5, 2010
Mrs. Donna M. Seeger, age 77, passed away Friday, February 5, 2010. She was born in Hesperia, MI on May 5, 1932 to Leonard & Luella (Croff) Baxter and married Harold Seeger on August 12, 1951. Mrs. Seeger had been a homemaker and member of First Congregational Church of Fruitport. She will be dearly missed. SURVIVORS Husband of 58...
Fredrick Rollenhagen Jr.
Feb 3, 2010
Mr. Fredrick "Fritz" Rollenhagen Jr., age 71, passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2010. He was born in Muskegon, MI on August 4, 1938 to Fredrick & Lula (Mendom) Rollenhagen and married the former Nancy Merrill. Mr. Rollenhagen was employed at Cannon Muskegon as a laborer for 25 years until retiring in 1999. Fritz was an avid fisherman, hunter and...
Nancy Hanson
Feb 3, 2010
Mrs. Nancy J. Hanson, age 88, died Tuesday, February 2, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 2, 1921 to Dallas & Ruth (Seeley) Towner and married Murray Forsyth on October 12, 1945 who preceded her in death. She later met and married Edward Hanson. Mrs. Hanson had been a homemaker. She was a member of St....
Shirley Sparkes
Jan 31, 2010
Mrs. Shirley A. Sparkes, age 77, died Sunday, January 31, 2010. She was born in San Diego, CA on October 14, 1932 to Henry & Jewel (Allen) Justus and married Victor Frederick Sparkes on August 26, 1951. Mrs. Sparkes had been employed at Michigan Dunes Montessori School for 10 years until retiring. SURVIVORS Children, Shelley (Greg) Sparkes-Egner of WI,...
Kenneth Larry Sterzer
Jan 31, 2010
Hard working, talented and trustworthy are just a few of many words to describe the special man that made up Ken Sterzer. Although stubborn and a little opinionated at times, he was a loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to those who were blessed to have known him. Far and wide, his talents encompassed an array...
Howard Woodring
Jan 29, 2010
Mr. Howard E. Woodring, age 72, died Friday, January 29, 2010. He was born in Ferndale, Michigan on September 3, 1937 to Howard & Dortha (Hurd) Woodring the former Sandra Revord on September 4, 1970. Mr. Woodring served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He had been employed as a machinist at Engine Power Components...
Ross Dewitt
Jan 29, 2010
Mr. Ross A. DeWitt, age 54, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2010. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on April 12, 1955. He will be dearly missed. SURVIVORS Fiance Jerri Richards; daughter, Lisa (Brian) Highstreet; sons, Alan & Jeffrey DeWitt; mother, Mary DeWitt, all of Grand Haven; brother, L. Michael DeWitt; sister, Lynn (Michael) Chittenden both of...
