Logan Vandyke
Aug 1, 2008
The most beautiful, gentle of spirits are always the most cherished, the most loved, and the most fleeting. There is much about this world we do not understand, nor are we meant to; we must rely on love and faith to guide us. Logan VanDyke was a little boy surrounded by so much love, a love that surrounds him...
Martha Adams
Aug 1, 2008
Mrs. Martha Adams, age 69, of Muskegon, passed away Friday August 1, 2008 at Mercy Health Partners - Hackley Campus. She was born November 11, 1938 in Bono, Arkansas to Joel and Mamie (Owen) Baine. She retired from Michigan Spring. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Allen Adams, on June 12, 1995. Surviving are her children:...
Jane Louise Hughes
Aug 1, 2008
Mrs. Jane Louise (Hunter) Hughes, age 90, died Friday, August 1, 2008. She was born on October 29, 1917 to Alfred & Dorothea (Schroeder) Hunter. Jane was graduated from National Cathedral School and Northwestern University. She married Malcolm Hughes on September 26, 1942. She was an officer of Hunter-Hughes, Inc., which she and her husband owned for many years....
Anne Harakas
Aug 1, 2008
Mrs. Anne Helen Harakas, age 94, died Friday, August 1, 2008. She was born in Chicago, IL on May 22, 1914 to Christ & Helen (Andrews) Castanes & married John Harakas on February 27, 1938 in Chicago, IL. Mrs. Harakas had been a homemaker. She was a member of Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Ladies of the Philoptochos Church Auxiliary...
Magdalene Richmond
Aug 1, 2008
Madge Richmond loved to make people smile. From her holiday feasts, to planning parties or helping the less fortunate, Madges greatest pleasure came from the happiness she gave to others. She was a caring, compassionate woman, who always made sure the people around her were well cared for, from her patients, to her friends and the family she loved...
Susie D. Hendryx
Aug 1, 2008
Susie D. Hendryx, age 91, a lifelong resident of Muskegon, passed away on August 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth. She is survived by four children, Shirley Ann (Allan) Elenbass, Jacqueline S. (Arthur) Lamoreaux, Michael (Jean) Hendryx, and Dennis Hendryx and family; several grand and great-grandchildren, a brother, Charlie (Barb) Majersky. Susie and her...
Louise Griswold
Aug 1, 2008
A true woman for all seasons, Louise Griswold was a generous woman of many talents. She had an artistic flair for everything she did from singing for others enjoyment, to designing beautiful floral arrangements for her grandchildrens weddings. Louise filled a room with her presence and left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Friends and family cherished her...
Thera L. Holstine
Aug 1, 2008
Mrs. Thera L. Holstine, age 78, passed away Friday, August 1, 2008 following a long illness. Thera was born on November 3, 1929 in Fremont, MI to Peter and Dena (Witte) VanHemert. On December 3, 1948 she married Mr. Ray M. Holstine in Muskegon. Ray preceded her in death on April 17, 2007. She was a member of Fellowship...
Joyce Cooper
Jul 31, 2008
Joyce Ann Cooper was a woman who had a fierce heart, a non-stop personality, and an easy-going air about her. She was a hard worker who loved to do things for, and be around those she loved. Joyce was a unique woman who lived a wonderfully rich life. In a time when the world was settling into its economic...
Donald Lee Daunt
Jul 31, 2008
Donald Lee Daunt of Twin Lake was born February 5, 1927 to Signa (Anderson) and Leland Daunt in Ludington, Michigan, and passed away on July 31, 2008. He served in the military during World War II with the 252nd Engineer Construction Battalion and received his discharge as a Corporal T5 in Berlin, Germany. He then entered the special services...
Ernest A. Eveland
Jul 31, 2008
Mr. Ernest A. Eveland, age 85, passed away Thursday evening, July 31, 2008 in Muskegon. He was born March 13, 1923 to Wells and Nellie (Hills) Eveland in Fife Lake, MI, and moved to the Muskegon area in 1943. Mr. Eveland worked at Teledyne Continental Motors for 33 years before retiring. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to...
Elsie A. Pieczynski
Jul 31, 2008
Mrs. Elsie A. Pieczynski, age 87, passed away early Thursday morning, July 31, 2008, at Seminole Shores Living Center where she was a resident. She was born to Martin & Agnes (Swaagman) DeVries on August 26, 1920 at their farm on the Muskegon River in Maple Island, MI. She married Martin F. Pieczynski on June 21, 1940, and shortly...
Merle "Bud" Eichmann
Jul 31, 2008
Mr. Merle J. "Bud" Eichmann, age 88, died Thursday, July 31, 2008. He was born on August 15, 1919 in Lake Zurich, IL and moved to Muskegon in 1921. He was a WW2 Air Force Veteran and retired as a Lt. Colonel from the 9635th Air Force Squadron (Reserve) in 1970 of which he was the Commanding Officer. He...
Lonnie Tober
Jul 31, 2008
Mr. Lonnie Tober, age 55, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Coldwater, MI in November 8, 1952 to Frank and Marlene Tober Jr. Mr. Tober was a Marine and fought in the Vietnam War. Mr. Tober married Jerri Misch on November 4, 1995, she survives him along with 1...
Thomas Wiersema
Jul 30, 2008
Thomas Wiersema was a man cut from a different cloth, in a different era, a hardworking, loyal and dedicated man. He was a member of our Greatest Generation, a proud veteran with an iron will, a green thumb, and a heart of gold. Thomas was a dedicated farmer, father, grandfather and friend, a good man and a better example....
Henrietta Giuliani
Jul 30, 2008
Henrietta Giuliani was a beloved wife, daughter, and friend. She embraced every single one of life's moments and experiences, almost as though she were carefully crafting every single minute to be the best it could possibly be. Whether it was working at Teledyne Continental Motors, playing on their golf league, or enjoying the sunshine in Florida with her husband,...
Janet Adele Nelson
Jul 29, 2008
Mrs. Janet Adele Nelson, age 74, passed away July 29, 2008. She was born August 22, 1933 in Muskegon to the late Harryand Julia Brondyke and married Andrew K. Nelson on March 6, 1953. Janet is survived by her husband, Andrew K. and son Greg A. Nelson, 3 sisters; Anna Mae (Dewey) Phillips, Muskegon, Beth Mc Millan and Lois...
Ada Woldring
Jul 28, 2008
Mrs. Ada Woldring, age 85, of Muskegon, passed away July 28, 2008 at Sanctuary at the Park. She was born August 27, 1922 in Holland, MI to the late Frederich and Nella (Grooters) Chrispell. Ada was preceded in death by her husband, William, in November, 1992; one sister, Nella (Joseph) Ruch; and two grandchildren, Chad Allen Woldring and Carla...
John S. Lehan
Jul 28, 2008
Mr. John S. Lehan, age 77, passed away Monday evening, July 28, 2008. He was born in Muskegon on December 27, 1930 to John and Mary (Helpiansky) Lehan and had been a life resident of the area. Mr. Lehan was a veteran of the United States Navy and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. At the age...
Joey J. Mangione
Jul 28, 2008
Mr. Joey J. Mangione, age 47, passed away Monday, July 28, 2008 at his residence. He was born March 14, 1961 in Muskegon and lived most of his life in Grand Rapids returning to Muskegon in 1992. He married the former Darcy Sorensen in Grand Rapids on March 12, 1993. Mr. Mangione was employed at Sara Lee Bakery in...