Ruth Ellen Sander
Apr 27, 2009
Ruth Sander was an extraordinary woman with an insatiable zest for life that was contagious to all those around her. Some people spend their days chasing after the seemingly elusive dreams of the acquisition of wealth or the praise and recognition of their peers. To Ruth, life was not about these pursuits, rather to her, life was about relationships...
George Parrish
Apr 26, 2009
George Dee Parrish led a full and successful life. He was an engineer, a business owner, and an accomplished author. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for eight years and pursued a life-long passion of learning. Of all his accomplishments, though, the ones that meant the most were that of family man, friend and community volunteer....
Charles Schrader Jr.
Apr 25, 2009
Mr. Charles Schrader Jr. age 84, died Saturday April 25, 2009. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on June 5, 1924 to Charles & Bessie (Scese) Schrader and married Jennie Heykoop in 1945. Charles had proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps during WWII and had been employed at S.D. Warren for over 36years prior to...
Walter Smith
Apr 25, 2009
Mr. Walter D. Smith, age 50, died Saturday, April 25, 2009 at his home. He was born in Muskegon, MI on November 7, 1958 to Charles & Lois (Huston) Smith. Mr. Smith enjoyed camping, good times with his family & friends. SURVIVORS Mother, Lois Smith of Muskegon; brothers, Chuck (Garnet) Smith of Muskegon, Ken Smith of Ravenna, Bob Smith...
Joann June Decker
Apr 24, 2009
Joann Decker was a remarkable woman with a strong faith and an insatiable love for her family. Whether she was burning up the dance floor, watching a Walt Disney movie with her children, or soaking up the warm Alabama sunshine, she consistently carried herself with generosity, compassion, and grace. Joann lived each day to its fullest and brought light...
Fred Dehudy
Apr 24, 2009
DEHUDY, MR. FREDERICK S. Muskegon Mr. Frederick S. DeHudy, age 64, died Friday, April 24, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on July 4, 1944 to Frederick & Viola (Tolen) DeHudy. Mr. DeHudy had been employed as a Manager at Muskegon County Waste Water for over 30 years until retiring. He was a member of Samuel Lutheran Church...
Dorothy Lamore
Apr 22, 2009
LAMORE (BOYD), MRS. DOROTHY B. formerly of Muskegon Mrs. Dorothy B. LaMore, age 90, died Wednesday, April 22, 2009 in Port Angeles, WA. She was born in Ferrysburg, MI on January 9, 1919 to Edward & Katherine (Fischer) Bonema and married Francis Boyd in August of 1943. After his passing in 1997, she married Arthur LaMore in February 2002...
Marlene Dewitt
Apr 21, 2009
Mrs. Marlene DeWitt, age 71, died Tuesday, April 21, 2009. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on April 29, 1937 to Paul & Margaret (Klop) VanTol and married Alan DeWitt on August 23, 1958. Mrs. DeWitt had been a homemaker who loved her family. She was a member of Second Reformed Church of Grand Haven. SURVIVORS Husband, Alan;...
William "Bill" Blink
Apr 20, 2009
Bill Blink was the kind of person who enjoyed quietly observing life. He preferred the predictable, and would happily spend hours on his own, whether it be out in the woods or working in his wood shop. Most importantly he was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather, and brother who loved his family above all else, as...
Elmer Ward
Apr 19, 2009
Mr. Elmer C. Ward, age 80, died Sunday, April 19, 2009. He was born in Aetna Township, MI on February 9, 1929 to Clarence & Grace (Peffer) Ward and served his country in the US Army. He married Noreen Brading on March 6, 1985. Mr. Ward had been employed as an accountant at Teledyne Continental Motors for 40 years...
Ruth Graves
Apr 16, 2009
To Ruth Graves, life wasnt about accolades, accomplishments, or the acquisition of material wealth, but about the relationships she fostered with her beloved family and the legacy she would one day leave behind. Ruth was an extraordinary woman with a tender heart and compassionate spirit who framed her every thought, her every word, and her every deed around the...
Nelson Ivins
Apr 16, 2009
Nelson Ivins of Spring Lake died peacefully Thursday, April 16th 2009 at home in the loving presence of his daughters. Nelson was born November 22, 1917 in South Bend IN to Charles & Grace Ivins. He graduated in 1936 from the Elkhart High School in Elkhart IN where he enjoyed playing in the school band. His love of music...
Ruth Healy
Apr 16, 2009
Ruth Healy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a dedicated Christian who was a founding member of the Parkside Alliance Church. She lived out her faith through her daily living, as well as being active in the Muskegon Rescue Mission. Born on May 3, 1925 in Hart, Michigan to Donald and Rosebud (Crothers) Corlis,...
Alfred Johnson
Apr 15, 2009
Alfred C. Johnson, Jr. exemplified a heart filled with gratitude for all that he had, and was thankful for the family that he so dearly cherished. Although the years brought many challenges, Als faith and trust enabled him to be steadfast in his endeavors. He lived contently, rich in Gods blessings by putting God first, and others before himself....
Rex Sheathelm
Apr 15, 2009
Rex and Stephanie Sheathelm were seemingly two souls cut from the same cloth with their shared insatiable zest for life and adventurous spirits. To both Rex and Stephanie, life was not about the pursuit of material wealth nor the drive for the seemingly elusive need to succeed, but it was about the love of family, the family that became...
Darnella A. " Ella " Wiersma
Apr 14, 2009
Throughout her life, Darnella A. Ella Wiersma held fast to the love of family. An integral part of the many lives she touched, she will be remembered for her never ending energy and fun loving personality. Years growing up on the family farm taught Ella a strong work ethic that set an example for her children and grandchildren alike....
Regoletta "Peggie" Christner
Apr 13, 2009
Regoletta "Peggie" (Sodini) Christner, age 92, died Monday, April 13, 2009. She was born in Muskegon, MI on July 30, 1916 to Peter & Clarinda (Benedetti) Sodini. Peggie had been self employed as a beautician until retiring. She will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Son, Steve (Cynthia) Christner of Fremont; daughters, Darlene (Harold) Brown of Muskegon, Kathy Vanderwell of Muskegon;...
Donna Keast
Apr 13, 2009
Donna Keast was a vivacious woman with a tremendous zest for life who like a spectacular sunrise, brought light and life to all those who were in her presence. She colored the world with the diverse facets of her personality just by being who she was each and every day. Donna was passionate about music and a gifted musician...
Bradley Nichols
Apr 13, 2009
Mr. Bradley C. Nichols, age 54, died Monday, April 13, 2009. He was born in Muskegon, MI on October 29, 1954 to Homer & Bernadine (Miller) Nichols. Mr. Nichols had served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He will be greatly missed. SURVIVORS Sisters, Nancy (Randy) Taylor of Hart, Janice Nichols of VA, Penny (Roger)...
