Deborah Parker
Nov 12, 2009
Deborah Parker was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and daughter who, through her commitment to her family, redefined the concept of unconditional love. She had a full, caring heart, and everyone who spent time with her felt the warmth of her presence. The year 1955 represented a time of simplicity and happiness in the United States. Under the leadership...
Arnold Lorenz
Nov 11, 2009
Arnold Lorenz was a hardworking and loyal member of the Muskegon community for most of his life. He cared deeply for his family and showed it by providing faithfully for them and sharing much love, laughter and encouragement. Arnold lent his great sense of humor and positive nature to everyone around him, and in doing so, brightened many lives....
Helen Hill
Nov 10, 2009
Mrs. Helen M. Hill, age 84, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009. She was born in Edwardsville, IL on December 15, 1924 to Roy & Grace (Cochran) Cawvey and married Hobert Hill on November 28, 1947. Mrs. Hill had been a homemaker. She was an avid golfer, seamstress & traveler who enjoyed reading, casino's, card games & cooking. But foremost...
Steve Morykwas
Nov 10, 2009
Mr. Steve F. Morykwas, age 87, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009. He was born in Hamtramack, MI on April 23, 1922 to Samen & Marie (Fydoryk) Morykwas and served his country in the US Army during WWII. He married the former Katherine Wagner on June 25, 1948. Mr. Morykwas had been employed as a Metallurgist at Cannon-Muskegon until retiring...
Helen Rewalt
Nov 10, 2009
Mrs. Helen E. Rewalt, age 92, died Tuesday, November 10, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 3, 1917 to Henry & Margaret (Kalmes) Miller and married Nathan H. Rewalt on June 4, 1948. Mrs. Rewalt had been employed at Quality Cleaners. She was a member of First First Congregational Church United Church of Christ and the...
Barbara Roberts Bailey
Nov 10, 2009
Barbara Jean Roberts Bailey was a skilled, independent woman who tied herself to the ones she loved. She was uniquely her own person yet totally devoted to others. She dressed smartly and always looked her best, yet she readily ventured into her garden or on a hunting trip. She thoroughly enjoyed traveling, but liked nothing more than spending time...
Vern Krupp
Nov 9, 2009
Mr. LaVerne P. "Vern" Krupp, age 78, died Monday, November 9, 2009 at his home. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 15, 1931 to Paul & Cleo (Crisple) Krupp and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Doris McNitt on November 17, 1953. Vern was an avid baseball player and pony league coach....
John L. Borgman
Nov 9, 2009
Mr. John L. Borgman, age 71, passed away Monday, November 9, 2009. He was born in Fruitport, MI on March 29, 1938 to John & Helen (Kuzniar) Borgman. Mr. Borgman worked at Lakey Foundry & Automatic Spring Corp., before retiring from Michigan Spring in 1992. He was known for his skills as a mechanic, his good sense of humor,...
Larry Gendron Sr.
Nov 6, 2009
Mr. Larry John Gendron Sr., age 69, died Friday, November 6, 2009. He was born in Detroit, MI on August 5, 1940 to Charles & Martha (Torongeau) Gendron & married the former Gayle Haukom on October 28, 1972 in Grand Haven, MI. Mr. Gendron served his country in the U.S. Army, Navy & Marines during Vietnam. He had been...
Leonard "Len" Estlack
Nov 4, 2009
Mr. Leonard H. Estlack, age 88, died Wednesday, November 4, 2009. He was born in Wilson, WI on May 15, 1921 to Charles & Anna (Schlesser) Estlack and served his country in the US Army Air Force. He married the former BoQueen Hogan on October 20, 1944. Mr. Estlack had been employed as a Machinist at Teledyne Continental Motors...
Richard E. "Dick" Drummond
Nov 4, 2009
Richard Dick Drummond was a man of integrity who worked hard, but enjoyed playing hard too. It was easy to see that his family was the light of his life and that each and every grandchild and great-grandchild was the apple of his eye. For many years Dick owned and operated a successful business, predominantly because he was honest...
Mary Wysozan
Nov 4, 2009
Mrs. Mary E. Wysozan, age 87, died Wednesday, November 4, 2009. She was born in Westfield, IN on February 19, 1922 to Andrew & Nellie (Kiveitt) Swhear and married Merrit Jones who passed away in 1966. Mary later met and married John Wysozan. Mrs. Wysozan had been employed as a Personnel Manager at KMart for 35 years until retiring...
Ida Mccallum
Nov 2, 2009
Mrs. Ida M. McCallum, age 89, died Monday, November 2, 2009. She was born in Gould City, MI on November 20, 1919 to Michael & Mary (Sly) Cassidy and married Amos McCallum on July 11, 1936. Mrs. McCallum had been a homemaker and long time member of St. Mary's Catholic Church of Spring Lake. She was an avid reader...
Robert "Bob" Laverne Edsall
Nov 1, 2009
One of the things that Robert Bob Edsall will be most remembered for are the vibrant stories he told and with a life that spanned many decades, he had so many to tell. He saw times of war and times of peace, times of plenty and times of want all of which helped shape him into the distinguished man...
Bobbi Harrison
Nov 1, 2009
In every aspect of life, Roberta Louise Harrison was a care giver. Whether it was for her family or a patient, a close friend or a stranger, she always found a way to be a light to the people around her. Gentle and kind by nature, she was an amazing mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who truly did live...
Becky Sietsema
Nov 1, 2009
Although the days of Becky Sietsema numbered far less than many are given, she taught others so many lessons in strength, grace, and the true meaning of courage. She was a young girl who always loved adventure and never shied away from a challenge, even when faced with the fight for her life. Becky made more of the moments...
James Hallberg
Oct 31, 2009
Mr. James A. Hallberg, age 89, died Saturday, October 31, 2009. He was born in Detroit, MI on January 11, 1920 to Carl & Blanche (Satterlee) Hallberg and served his country in the US Army. He married the former Phyllis Martin on February 21, 1942. Mr. Hallberg had been employed as a Salesman for 35 years. He was a...
Marjorie Goodling Nowak
Oct 28, 2009
Mrs. Marjorie E. Goodling Nowak, age 91, died Wednesday, October 28, 2009. She was born in Detroit, MI on November 28, 1917 to John & Harriet (Bennett) Dew and married Franklin S. Goodling in 1937. Franklin died in 1987 and she later married Floyd A. Nowak. Mrs. Nowak had been employed as a Division Manager at Sears, Roebuck &...
Steven Kratovil
Oct 26, 2009
Mr. Steven J. Kratovil, age 89, passed away Monday, October 26, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 25, 1919 to John & JoHanna (Hansen) Kratovil. He served in the US Navy for 7 years and was stationed at Pearl Harbor. Steven was employed at Consumers Energy from where he retired. He was a member of the...
Manuel Martinez
Oct 25, 2009
Manuel Marty Martinez was a man who was not only successful in business, but also in life. He was admired for his character and compassion, as well as his leadership skills and vast wisdom. Marty placed high expectations on both himself and others and his appreciation for understanding and perfection were his basic strengths. Although Martys career was of...