Robert L. Forsythe
Oct 25, 2008
Robert L. Forsythe, age 89, passed away early Saturday morning, October 25, 2008, at his home surrounded by family. Bob was born October 28, 1918 in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Lewis and Susie (Cawley) Forsythe. Bob graduated from Ann Arbor High School, The University of Michigan and The University of Michigan Law School in 1947. He served his Country...
Debora Mary Goosen
Oct 25, 2008
Ms. Debora Mary Goosen, age 52, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2008, at her home. She was born May 19, 1956 in Muskegon, to Ston and Regina (Kowalski) Goosen. Debora was a 1974 graduate of Muskegon High School and was a member of the Bible Baptist Temple in Muskegon. She is survived by her brother, Kenneth Goosen of Houghton...
Rhonda Vandermeulen
Oct 25, 2008
Rhonda VanderMeulen had a way with animals, an unspoken bond so uncommon and admirable. She was a master horse trainer, often transforming the unruliest of animals into champions. Rhonda was the same way with the people around her, a calming, compassionate lady youd follow anywhere. Today the life she led and the example she set lives on in all...
Cheryl Ann Swinehart
Oct 24, 2008
Cheryl Ann Swinehart, age 54, passed away on October 24, 2008. A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2008 at Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel, 3-5 p.m.
Gertrude L. Townsend
Oct 24, 2008
Gertrude L. Townsend was born on March 4, 1933 and passed away on October 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Julia M. Townsend. Gertrude is survived by her husband, Robert A.; daughter, Trudy A. Townsend; two sons, Robert M. (Gayle), and Gerald R.; a sister, Dorothy Carnes; two brothers, Carl (Linda) Quinn and Richard (Clara)...
Betty Cox
Oct 24, 2008
Mrs. Betty Jane Cox, age 76, died Friday, October 24, 2008. She was born in Flint, MI on December 18, 1931 to Alvin & Eula (Letsinger) Mattice & married George James Cox on June 12, 1951. SURVIVORS 2 sons, Michael (Janet) Cox of Okemos, MI, Lawrence (Barbara) Cox of Twin Lake; 2 daughters, Helen Cox of Grand Rapids, Catherine...
Ida Mae Dempsey
Oct 24, 2008
When something shining and beautiful is found underneath a seemingly rough exterior, it is often compared to a diamond, something so naturally brilliant found beneath a rugged surface. Ida Mae Dempsey was a diamond. She had a tender and loving heart, yet she was outwardly feisty and often opinionated. A hard worker, she would do anything for her family....
Marian B. Vedders
Oct 24, 2008
Ms. Marian B. Vedders, age 95, passed away Friday morning, October 24, 2008. She was born June 7, 1913 in Muskegon to Frederick and Mary (Buitenwerf) Vedders. Ms. Vedders worked for E.H. Sheldon for 35 years before retiring in 1978. She was a member of Fifth Reformed Church and the Reformed Church Women's Ministries. SURVIVORS include 2 nieces and...
Jewell Stacy Miller
Oct 24, 2008
Mr. Jewell Stacy Miller, age 90, passed away Friday, October 24, 2008 at a local care facility in Muskegon. He was born in Tiskilwa, IL on August 23, 1918 to Ray E. and Bertha M. (Sarver) Miller. Jewell had been employed as a printer at Shaw Walker for 39 years before his retirement in 1982. He attended Wolf Lake...
Martha "Martie" Vanderstelt
Oct 24, 2008
Mrs. Martha "Martie" VanderStelt, age 85, passed away early Friday morning, October 24, 2008 in Muskegon. She was born July 4, 1923 to Gerritt and Bertha (Beintum) TenBrink in Muskegon and was a life-long resident of this area. Martie had worked for Reith-Riley Contruction, was a former long-time member of East Muskegon Christian Reformed Church, and currently attended Hope...
Jerry D. Berg Ii
Oct 23, 2008
Mr. Jerry D. Berg II, age 40, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 23, 2008 as the result of an automobile accident. Jerry was born November 29, 1967 to Jerry D. Berg and Lorraine (Marvin) LeeBall in Grand Haven, and was a life-long resident of the W. Michigan area. He worked for D Building in Grand Rapids, and was a...
Joy Marie South
Oct 23, 2008
Joy Marie South, age 38, went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Michael; three sons, Troy and his fiancee', Brandi Wolf, Max and Nathaniel; and a granddaughter, Avery. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 27, 2008 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel, 1783...
Anne Yeoman
Oct 23, 2008
Anne Yeoman, age 82, former teacher, passed away October 23, 2008. She is survived by her children: Roxie (Paul) Johnson, Sharon (Cal) Harr, Ed (Kerrie) Yeoman, and Linda Yeoman; 5 grandchildren; 2 great -grand-children; and other family members in Michigan. Viewing will be 4-8PM Monday, October 27 at Newcomer Funeral Home - East Chapel. Memorial services will be at...
Willard F. "Willie" Bishop
Oct 22, 2008
Mr. Willard F. "Willie" Bishop, age 86, passed away early Wednesday morning, October 22, 2008 in Muskegon. He was born November 10, 1921 to Jacob J. and Katherine (Broersema) Bishop in Muskegon, and was a life resident. Willard worked at Shaw-Walker for 36 years, retiring in 1981, and years ago worked on the Bishop Family Celery Flats. He was...
Ronald Edward Williams
Oct 22, 2008
For Ron Williams, every challenge became a triumph. Ron was a gifted, hardworking man, who succeeded at everything he ever did, through talent and tenacity, character and charisma. Ron was a proud veteran, successful businessman, sailor, and a loving husband, father and friend. Most of all, Ron was a man who never settled for second best, and taught us...
Willard "Bill" Tenbrink
Oct 22, 2008
Mr. Willard "Bill" TenBrink, age 78, died Wednesday evening, October 22, 2008. He was born May 20, 1930 in Muskegon to Thomas and Anna (Hoekstra) TenBrink and had been a life resident. Mr. TenBrink served with the National Guard of Michigan and worked for Teledyne Continental Motors for 44 years before retiring in 1995. He was a 60 year...
Cornelia Wagenmaker
Oct 21, 2008
Miss Cornelia Wagenmaker, age 94, passed away Tuesday evening, October 21, 2008 at a local nursing home. She was born in Grand Haven, MI on September 20, 1914 to Johannes and Mattie (Temple) Wagenmaker and had lived in Muskegon since she was a child. Miss Wagenmaker was a member of First Christian Reformed Church. She was preceded in death...
Joseph Delongchamp, Jr.
Oct 21, 2008
Mr. Joseph Delongchamp, Jr., 74, died unexpectedly October 21, 2008 in his home. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 10:00am at Marysville Assembly of God Church with visitation an hour prior to service. Memorial Contributions may be made to the family.
Frances L. Reimer
Oct 21, 2008
Frances L. Reimer, age 86, passed away on October 21, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Clyde; a daughter Kathy Cooper, an infant son and a son in law, Ernest Zeanwick. Frances is survived by two daughters, Linda Zeanwick and Amy (Roger) Buter; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren, and a brother Paul Dew. According...
Mary Bialik
Oct 21, 2008
Mrs. Mary Bialik, age 90, passed away Tuesday afternoon, October 21, 2008. She was born in Munising, MI August 13, 1918 to Thomas and Katherine (Kukulka) Mikos. In 1928 the family moved to Ravenna where she graduated in 1937. Mary married John Bialik August 31, 1940 at St. Catherine's Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on May 30,...
