Inez Carpenter
Mar 3, 2010
Mrs. Inez P. Carpenter, age 92, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010. She was born in Kent City, MI on April 29, 1917 to Arthur Leroy & Ruby (Monroe) Walcott and married Walter Carpenter on August 30, 1940. Mrs. Carpenter had been employed as an Executive Secretary at Consumers Power for many loyal years until retiring in 1972. She was...
Stella Maynard
Mar 3, 2010
Stella Maynard was a very special woman who dedicated her life to her family. Always caring and thoughtful, she found great happiness in the simple pleasures of life, and was always ready to be there for you. Stella had a full, caring heart, and everyone who spent time with her felt the warmth of her presence. Although it fell...
Kenneth E. Shanafelt
Mar 3, 2010
For anyone who knew Kenneth Shanafelt, it was plain to see that his grandchildren were the apple of his eye. He was quite the jokester with a unique sense of humor who loved sharing his laughter with the world around him. Ken made the most of the days he was given, even when life was not always easy for...
Doris Nelson
Mar 1, 2010
Doris' joyful earthly life ended at the age of 85 on March 1, 2010 in Orlando FL with all of her family around her, which proved one of the most meaningful pleasures in her life. Mrs. Nelson lived a long and loving life with husband LeRoy, who preceded her in death in 2000 after many adventurous years of world...
Joseph Nickless
Mar 1, 2010
With an undeniable zest for life, Joe Nickless was an outgoing fellow and a friend to many. Hardworking, Joe spent a lifetime enjoying his work in the company of great friends. Although head strong and opinionated about the issues for which he was passionate, Joe was often the life of a party whom others enjoyed. Throughout his life, Joe...
Sharlene Olsen
Feb 25, 2010
Mrs. Sharlene J. Olsen, age 75, was called home to enjoy peace and contentment with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, February 24, 2010. She was born in Muskegon, MI on August 9, 1934 to Manning & Marian (Page) Mars and married Tom Olsen on May 28, 1965. Mrs. Olsen had been employed at DeBoer Nursing Home until retiring in...
Patrick Bergeman Sr.
Feb 24, 2010
Mr. Patrick W. Bergeman, Sr. age 72, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on October 31, 1937 to Harley & Clara (Casey) Bergeman and served his country in the US Marine Corps. Mr. Bergeman had been the founder of Fruitport Tile & Floor Covering known today as Futura Home Decorating. He was a...
Evelyn M. Proctor
Feb 23, 2010
Evelyn Proctor lived a long and full life. From her humble beginnings in Oceana County, Michigan, she worked hard to earn an education, raise her family and enjoy the fruits of a good life. Education was very important to Evelyn, and she went on to become a dedicated teacher, who impacted countless young lives during her many years of...
George Wallish
Feb 21, 2010
When George Wallish was around, one was sure to know it as he had an infectious zest for life and was always the life of the party no matter where he went. He cherished his family above all else and shared special moments surrounded by those he treasured, sometimes with a fishing rod in his hand. George felt a...
Evelyn Davidson
Feb 20, 2010
Truly a remarkable woman, Evelyn Davidson filled her family with wonderful love and great devotion. She was a woman of elegance who took extra care in her appearance, as well as her home. Throughout her long life, Evelyn experienced much and lived fully. She loved her family beyond compare, and held each of them in special places within her...
George Perry Sr.
Feb 20, 2010
Mr. George H. Perry Sr., age 75, died Saturday, February 20, 2010. He was born in South Kingston, RI on February 25, 1934 to Fredrick & Carrie (Hurley) Perry and served in the US Army. He married the former Patricia Hill on April 19, 1975. Mr. Perry had been employed as a machine operator at Brunswick for 37 years...
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,...
