Fenton Dorais
Nov 29, 2009
Mr. Fenton E. Dorais, age 91, died Sunday, November 29, 2009. He was born in Muskegon on October 22, 1918 to Jarvis & Ruth (Egerton) Dorais. He married the former Margaret A. Johnson, who preceded him in death in 1993. He then married Bernice Johnson, who also preceded him in death in 2007. Mr. Dorais had been employed as...
Wayne Strong
Nov 28, 2009
Mr. Wayne L. Strong, age 70, died Saturday, November 28, 2009. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on March 16, 1939 to Cal & Marian (Blaukamp) Strong and married the former Jocelyn Horsley on October 3, 1959. Mr. Strong had been employed as a Truck Driver for Roth Trucking and was also a volunteer fireman & Captain for...
Robert J. Long
Nov 24, 2009
Robert Long led a life saturated with honesty, integrity and respect. Yet, he was also a man who took every opportunity to enjoy life to its fullest. Whatever Robert did, he did it with zest and joy, and his adventurous, vivacious personality consistently mesmerized those around him. Robert always held himself up to a high standard, and because of...
Caroline M. Rettinhouse
Nov 23, 2009
Caroline May Carrie Rettinhouse was attentive to her family and faith. She loved spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren, and her religious convictions shaped the values she held. She knew her own mind, worked hard and ran a taut ship, but she also volunteered her time in an effort to help others. Carolines story began at a...
Rayfield Baty
Nov 23, 2009
Mr. Rayfield J. Baty, age 86, died Monday, November 23, 2009. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on October 1, 1923 to Robert & Edna (Fare) Baty and married the former Rosemary Nedeau on June 16, 1951. Mr. Baty had been employed as an Appraiser at Baty & Associates. He was a member of St. Jean Baptiste Catholic Church....
John Borgman
Nov 22, 2009
Known to many as the Mayor of Third Street, John Borgman was a man who was recognized for giving back to the community in which he lived. He worked hard throughout his life, even during his retirement years, and he was talented at being able to fix just about anything around the house. John was passionate about farming and...
Richard Tice
Nov 22, 2009
TICE, MR. RICHARD V. "RICK" Muskegon Mr. Richard V. "Rick" Tice, age 58, died Sunday, November 22, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on January 18, 1951 to George & Opal (Keckler) Tice. Mr. Tice had been an X-Ray Technician at Diversified Machine Inc. for 7 years. He was a member of the Outriders Motorcycle Club and was...
Albert F. Foupht
Nov 20, 2009
Albert Foupht was an intelligent man whose knowledge was predominantly self-taught through his perseverance, strong work ethic, and his perfectionist tendencies. He was a devoted family man who realized that good communication was the key to the fulfilling family relationships he enjoyed. Albert was blessed to build a family with the love of his life for many years, but...
Barry Shumake
Nov 15, 2009
Mr. Barry L. Shumake, age 61, of Allendale died Sunday, November 15, 2009. He was born in North Carolina on August 29, 1948, to Boyd and Joyce (Auten) Shumake. Mr. Shumake had been employed as a truck driver at Holland Specialty for four years. He attended Robinson Baptist Church; and loved sports, hunting, studying the Bible and the guitar....
Lucille Schell
Nov 13, 2009
Mrs. Lucille E. Schell, age 83, died Friday, November 13, 2009. She was born in South Bend, IN on September 7, 1926 to Arthur & Josephine (Gilson) Rose. SURVIVORS Husband, Allen; son, Mike Schell of Nunica; daughter, Deborah (Douglas) Shaw of NC; 2 grandchildren, Steven (Stacy) Shaw & Daniel (Leah) Shaw; 3 great grandchildren, Parker, Hunter & Damon. SERVICE...
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...
