Ralph J. Luce
Aug 12, 2008
Mr. Ralph J. Luce, age 81, died Tuesday evening, August 12, 2008. He was born December 5, 1926 in Grand Rapids, MI to Russell "Clair" and Elizabeth "Lizzie" (Miller) Luce and had resided in the Muskegon area since 1941. Mr. Luce was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the VFW Derezinski Post #7729. He worked for...
Grace J. Berge
Aug 12, 2008
Mrs. Grace J. Berge, age 87, died Tuesday, August 12, 2008. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 23, 1921 to John & Mary (Weitsema) VanderVelde and married Arthur Berge. Mrs. Berge had been a homemaker who loved cooking & baking, animals, reading, watching TV, & golf. But foremost was always her family. SURVIVORS Sons, Doug Berge, Mike...
Mark E. Spinner
Aug 10, 2008
Mr. Mark E. Spinner, age 47, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the Harbor Hospice Poppen House. He was born on August 11, 1960 in Nunica, MI to Joseph and Gladys (Busman) Spinner and lived in the area most of his life until recently moving to Wayland. Mark worked for Kamminga and Roodvoets as a heavy equipment operator...
Helen Shepherd
Aug 10, 2008
Helen Rosa Shepherd was a woman of strength beyond anyones expectations. She was a dedicated and hard worker who always kept her spirits high. She could have so much fun, out of the simplest things; that was one of her most admirable charms. Helen was a sweet woman who was always keeping busy, and was always in contact with...
Theodore "Ted" L. Zack
Aug 9, 2008
Mr. Theodore "Ted" L. Zack, age 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 9, 2008 in Muskegon, with his family by his side. He was very devoted to his family, and always there to help. Ted was an outdoorsman and gardener. He was a World War II Veteran, 90th USN Seabees Construction Battalion from 1944-1946. Ted is survived by...
Paul Leroy "Link" Overla
Aug 9, 2008
Paul LeRoy "Link" Overla, age 70, passed away with his family at his side on August 9, 2008. Paul was born in Muskegon on June 10, 1938 to the late Paul and Fannie Overla. He is survived by three children, Tony (Carrie) , Tammy, and Amanda; six grandchildren, Tarah, Austin, Briana, Lea, Kaytlin, and Sierra; a sister, Agnes Wellman;...
Zlatica "Goldie" Wiszynski
Aug 9, 2008
Goldie Wiszynski was a strong, supportive woman, who devoted her life to caring for those around her. She lived through difficult times, yet was never hardened by them. Goldie was a loving mother and grandmother, and a good friend to many. Most of all, she was a woman who taught us to work hard, love deeply, and laugh often,...
Vivian G. Kolkema
Aug 9, 2008
Vivian G. Kolkema, age 102 passed away on August 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Byron; and two step-sons, Ron and Richard Kolkema. Vivian is survived by her son Roger (Linda) Kolkema; fourteen grandchildren and several great-grand and great-great-grandchildren. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church. According to her wishes cremation has taken...
Fidelis R. O'Toole
Aug 8, 2008
Fidelis R. O'Toole, age 95, died peacefully on August 8, 2008. She was born in Muskegon to Frank and Merelise (Halley) Dion on April 26, 1913. Fidelis was preceded in death by her husband, John; her beloved sister, Dionel (Dion) O'Toole, mother of their 7 oldest children; brothers, Malcom "Doc," Francis, Emeric "Mike," Halley, Arthur, Wilfred, and Willard; sisters,...
Arturo Munis
Aug 8, 2008
Arturo Munis, died peacefully at home on August 8, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Zaina, seven natural children, two step children and several grand and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two siblings. There will be a memorial service 3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2008 at Giles Road Baptist Church, 2815 W. Giles...
Barbara J. Blamer
Aug 8, 2008
Mrs. Barbara J. Blamer, age 72, passed away Friday, August 8, 2008 at her home. She was born March 13, 1936 in Hart, MI to Ralph and Evelyn (Brimmer) Jacobs. She was a member of Orchard View Congregational Church and worked for Howmet for 23 years. Mrs. Blamer was an active member of the Community Service Programs with Howmet...
Rosella K. Stout
Aug 7, 2008
Rosella K. Stout, age 92, passed away on August 7, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Harrison, and her first husband, Albert Scheel. She retired from GTE and Dupont. According to her wishes cremation has taken place and private family services will be held.
Joan Lee Fraley
Aug 7, 2008
Mrs. Joan Lee Fraley, age 67, passed away Thursday evening, August 7, 2008 at a local hospital following a long illness. Joan was born in Muskegon on March 7, 1941 to John and Marian (Morsaw) Chingman and was a life long resident of Muskegon. Her husband Ezekiel Fraley lost his life in Viet Nam in 1971. Until her retirement,...
Florence Mary Wiitanen
Aug 7, 2008
Mrs. Florence Mary Wiitanen, age 95, passed away Thursday morning, August 7, 2008, in Muskegon. She was born August 14, 1912 in Calumet, MI to William and Evaline Gareau and has resided in the Muskegon area the past 62 years. Florence was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church, had been a church organist for over 50 years, and...
Elizabeth R. "Bets" Charron
Aug 6, 2008
Mrs. Elizabeth R. "Bets" Charron, age 87, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2008 surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 9, 1921 in Kenilworth, IL to Patrick and Nora (Kelly) Murray and lived in the Muskegon area most of her life. Bets had fond memories of her childhood on the North Shore where she graduated from New...
Robin Warren
Aug 6, 2008
Ms. Robin (Cox) Warren, age 52, went to be with the angels in Heaven on Wednesday, August 06, 2008, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born September 25, 1955 in Muskegon. Her loving family includes two daughters: Lacey & Tim Koens and Holly Lindell; her mother, Laura Eastling; brother, Steve Cox; sisters: Vicki & Bruce...
Julia "Judy" Hull
Aug 6, 2008
Julia "Judy" Hull, age 95, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2008, at Mercy Hospital. She was born April 16, 1913 to Elizabeth (Dopple) and William Thompson. She retired from Howmet, spent her early retirement in Florida, and settled in Rodney, MI until 2006. A devoted Christian and loving woman, Julia is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Al) Fisk of...
Benjamin Michael Szczesny
Aug 6, 2008
Mr. Benjamin Michael Szczesny, age 84, died peacefully Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at his home. Ben was born on August 26, 1923 in Muskegon, MI to Peter and Sofia (Brychell) Szczesny. He was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church, it's Male Choir and Athletic Club, the Polish Falcons and Polish Roman Catholic Union. Ben was a U.S. Army...
Jeanne R. Clausen
Aug 5, 2008
Mrs. Jeanne R. Clausen, age 65, passed away early Tuesday morning, August 5, 2008 at the Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence. She was born March 11, 1943 in Detroit, MI to Eduard and Ernestine (Gerstenschlager) Rehn, and resided in the Muskegon area since 1970. Mrs. Clausen earned her Bachelor's Degree in Teaching Education from Michigan State University, and taught for...
Paul Allen Spoelhof
Aug 4, 2008
Mr. Paul Allen Spoelhof, age 45, of Muskegon, passed away unexpectedly August 4, 2008 at his home. He was born November 17, 1962 in Muskegon to the late John and Anna Spoelhof. After graduating from Muskegon Senior High School in 1980, Paul served our country in the United States Navy. He enjoyed and collected model cars. Besides his parents,...
