Robert Ericksen
Jul 25, 2009
Mr. Robert L. Ericksen, age 89, died Saturday, July 25, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on January 1, 1920 to Louis & Julia (Claussen) Ericksen and married the former Dorothy Ferguson on February 10, 1967. Mr. Ericksen had been employed as an Assembler at Teledyne Continental Motors for 35 years until retiring in 1976. He had a...
Michael "Mick" Holder
Jul 24, 2009
What greater honor can a man have than for his children to attest that he was a great example to follow? The course of Michael Mick Holders life was enriched by the many people that surrounded him, most of all, his family. Abundantly blessed with talent and ability, his big hearted nature and upbringing enabled him to lead a...
Madella "Della" Fairfield
Jul 22, 2009
Madella Mae Fairfield, "Della," age 87, died Wednesday, July 22, 2009, in Holland, Michigan, due to complications from a previous stroke. Born in Muskegon and raised in the Lakeside neighborhood, Della graduated from Muskegon Senior High School in 1940 and worked at Hackley Hospital in Accounts Receivable. She was a past President of the Lady Lions of the Muskegon...
Darren Kirkey
Jul 21, 2009
Mr. Darren Joseph Kirkey, age 36, died Tuesday, July 21, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on September 21, 1972 to Kenneth & Loraine (Lundquist) Kirkey. Mr. Kirkey had been employed as an electrician at Herman Miller. The most important person in Darren's life was his son Aden and their time spent together biking, fishing, and Darren coaching...
Alvin Absher
Jul 20, 2009
Mr. Alvin L. Absher, age 81, died Monday, July 20, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on June 1, 1928 to Maston & Dora (VandenBosch) Absher and served his country in the US Army. Alvin married the former Ella Allen on January 27, 1958. Mr. Absher had been employed as a Guard at Pinkerton Security where he never...
Raymond Mcguire
Jul 18, 2009
Mr. Raymond J. McGuire, age 82, died Saturday, July 18, 2009. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on April 19, 1927 to Thomas & Mary McGuire and married the former Alice Mae. Mr. McGuire had been employed as a Teacher at Muskegon Public Schools for over 20 years until retiring. He was a member of Our Lady of...
Doris Cornell
Jul 17, 2009
Doris Cornell was a delightful woman with an insatiable zest for life that was contagious to all those around her. She lived an active life playing golf and tennis, skiing, and bowling too - well into her later years. Although Doris traveled all over the world, her favorite place to be was wherever her family was gathered, surrounded by...
Laverne Hutson
Jul 15, 2009
HUTSON, MRS. LAVERNE JOYCE MARIE Muskegon Mrs. LaVerne Joyce Marie Hutson, age 83, died Wednesday, July 15, 2009. She was born in Green Bay, WI on December 5, 1925 to Gaston & Zelah (Miller) Deli. LaVerne Jablonski married Clifton Hutson. Mrs. Hutson had been employed as a Laborer at Norge for 15 years and was a flea marketeer. She...
Sophie Schultz
Jul 15, 2009
Sophie V. Schultz was a loving wife, caring mother and involved grandmother. She knew what it meant to work hard and live happy. Both her stern attitude and delightful sense of fun became an example to her children and grandchildren. She was completely dedicated to them in a way that brought out the best in all of her family....
Esther Morton
Jul 15, 2009
Esther (Alkema) Morton was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, in 1932 to Henry and Effie Alkema. At age 9, the family moved to Muskegon, Michigan. She passed from this life into Heaven on Wednesday morning, July 15, 2009. Esther attended several excellent colleges and finished her education with a teaching degree from Western Michigan University. She marched in...
Paul Westergard
Jul 14, 2009
Paul Westergard was simply an amazing man, a man of character, of love and of faith. He lived his life deliberately and with a sense of purpose, sharing his generosity and kindness with everyone who crossed his path. Paul was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather, a devoted family man with a heart that always remained full of love....
Don J. Koole
Jul 12, 2009
Don Koole served in the United States Army for many years and although he was dedicated to serving his country, his greatest love and devotion was reserved for both his family and his Lord. Don was a compassionate man with a heart of gold who enjoyed a good laugh as well. He was no stranger to hard work, yet...
Rosemary Arndt
Jul 12, 2009
Mrs. Rosemary Arndt, age 83, died Sunday, July 12, 2009 at Heartwood Lodge-Hospice House. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 1, 1926 to William & Henrietta (Smith) Pflueger and married Walter Arndt on August 21, 1948. Mrs. Arndt was a secretary and retired from Michigan Plastic Products in 1986. SURVIVORS She is survived by her husband of...
George Mcgahan Sr.
Jul 11, 2009
There are many ways that one can choose to spend their days. Some choose to pursue the acquisition of wealth or a long list of achievements and accomplishments. To George McGahan, nothing was more important than his beloved wife, children, and extended family, and it was his driving force to make his home a haven filled with laughter and...
Lewis A. Slocum
Jul 11, 2009
Lewis A. Slocum was a strong, independent man who focused on others. He loved and cared for his family, dutifully served his country, advanced the wellbeing of co-workers, and sustained long term friendships. Whether enjoying the great outdoors or relaxing at home, Lewis zest for life was evident in the way he lived each day. Lewis was born at...
Evelyn Covington
Jul 11, 2009
Evelyn Ann Covington went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2009 after a long illness. She was born on February 1, 1950 in Milwaukee, WI to the union of Adolph and Joan (Acker) Busch. Evelyn attended the Milwaukee Public School System, graduating in 1969. Following graduation, she worked as a nurses aide until migrating to...
Chris Anderson
Jul 11, 2009
Christopher Anderson was a delightful man with a spirit of generosity who always wore a vibrant smile. He lived his life with great zest and was passionate about the game of hockey. In a rather magnetic way, Chris had numerous friends with whom he loved having a good time. He was truly fun-loving and was always willing to help...
Ronald Jansen
Jul 9, 2009
Ronald C. Jansen was the type of man people liked to remember. People remember him as a dedicated teacher, loving husband, father, grandfather and as a true role-model for many hundreds of students. Born in the front bedroom of his home on April 22, 1927, in Norway, Michigan, Ron was second youngest in a large German-Swedish Upper Peninsula family....
Elvida "Tootie" La Vasseur
Jul 8, 2009
Elvida "Tootie" LaVasseur, age 80, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2009. She was born to Louis and Thelma (Woodward) Bartell on December 24, 1928. Elvida is survived by her husband of 62 years, George; 1 daughter, Lois Gue of Muskegon; 2 sons, Lawrence LaVasseur of Muskegon and Ronald (Sally) LaVasseur of Muskegon; 7 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren;...
Martha King
Jul 8, 2009
Martha E. King, age 85, of Twin Lake, died Friday, July 3, 2009. She was born in Muskegon on August 20, 1923 to George and Mary (Franks) Mocherman. In 1973 at Muskegon, she married Walter King, who preceded her in death in 2005. Martha was employed as an engine inspector at Teledyne Continental Motors until her retirement. She was...
