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...
Luella Huismann
Oct 24, 2009
Mrs. Luella M. Huismann, age 82, died Saturday, October 24, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 16, 1927 to Edward & Bernice (Cryderman) Hogan and married Dale B. Huismann on May 23, 1959. Mrs. Huismann had been employed as an Executive Secretary at Grand Haven Public Schools for 28 years until retiring. She will be dearly...
H. Clinton Apel
Oct 22, 2009
There is no power in the universe equal to or more powerful than Gods love. Devoted to the Lord, Clinton Apel showed his faithfulness through his love of family and his strong work ethic. . Born on March 21, 1918, to Henry and Elsie (Trefry) Apel, Sr., H. Clinton Apel, Jr. entered the world during a tumultuous time. The...
Nancy Law
Oct 20, 2009
Mrs. Nancy L. Law, age 73, died Tuesday, October 20, 2009. She was born in Grand Rapids, MI on July 26, 1936 to Harry & Florence (Kopek) Collins and married Robert Law. Mrs. Law had been employed as an Office Manager at North Shore Marina for 10 years prior to her retiring. She enjoyed boating & hunting and will...
William John Meszynski
Oct 15, 2009
A remarkable man who lived life with love, dedication, compassion and hard work, William John Meszynski leaves fond memories in the hearts of many. Foremost was his family whom he was extremely proud and treasured them above all else. With his patriotic heart, he also leaves years of dedication and service to his country, community and fellow comrades. He...
Alva Auble
Oct 15, 2009
Mr. Alva D. Auble, age 81, died Wednesday, October 14, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on May 16, 1928 to Alva & Viva (Laubach) Auble and served in the US Army Air Force. He married the former Elaine Spaulding on May 25, 1950. Mr. Auble had been employed as a Truck Driver at Wolverine Equipment for years...
Melvin Kimbrough Sr.
Oct 11, 2009
Melvin Kimbrough, Sr. knew how to connect with people from all walks of life. A true people person, he knew how to put others at ease and was more than willing to help where he saw a need. Melvin served his country as a courageous solider, his community as a respected businessman, and his family as a loving and...
Myrtle Alberta Bitto Sander
Oct 10, 2009
Myrtle Bitto Sander was truly a beautiful woman, inside and out. She purposely looked for ways to give to others, always thinking of their needs before her own. Her kind heart and cheerful manner won her many friends who considered it a privilege to know her. Myrtle was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, who did everything she could...
William Ginman
Oct 9, 2009
The finer things in life never really mattered much to William H. Ginman, rather it was his dedication to both his work and his family that was the driving force behind his success. His family was the most important thing to Bill, and he found becoming a grandfather to be his greatest joy. Bill was intelligent and through hard...
William Jackson
Oct 7, 2009
William Jackson was a man of great character who fought passionately for the causes he believed in. He was not one to sit idly by and simmer about what he would like changed within his world, rather he sought answers and set out to put these solutions into motion, greatly impacting both the lives of numerous others and the...
Marian Blaske
Oct 6, 2009
Mrs. Marian E. (DeVette) Blaske, age 88, died Tuesday, October 6, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on March 1, 1921 to A. C. and Kathryne (Borgerding) DeVette and graduated in 1939 from Muskegon High School. She was a member of the former Central Reformed Church, where she married George John Blaske on April 22, 1949, and where...
