Doris Elizabeth Smith
Jul 15, 2008
Mrs. Doris Elizabeth Smith, age 82, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008 in Muskegon. She was born in Muskegon on August 8, 1925 to Peter and Elizabeth (Schuitema) Doctor and was a life resident. Mrs. Smith had been a long-time member of East Muskegon Christian Reformed Church where she was active in the Women's Guild and the Dorcus Society....
Sandra Claudette Maitner
Jul 15, 2008
Mrs. Sandra Claudette Maitner, age 33, passed away July 15, 2008. She was born March 21, 1975, in Fairbanks, Alaska, to Boyce Wilson and Doris (Wright) Price. Sandra married David Jeffrey Maitner in Fayetteville, North Carolina on June 9, 2003. She was a proud supporter of the United States Military, and liked collecting and scrapbooking. Sandra is SURVIVED by...
James E. Swieringa
Jul 15, 2008
Mr. James E. Swieringa, age 69, passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008. He was born February 22, 1939 in Muskegon to Barney and Hannah (Vanderford) Swieringa and had been a life resident. Mr. Swieringa was a U.S. Army Veteran and an active member of Bethel Baptist Church of Muskegon. He worked for Knoll Group for 30 years before retiring...
Marlyn L. Olds
Jul 14, 2008
Marlyn Olds knew how to enjoy life as well as anyone. Whether it was dancing, boating, swimming or skiing, Marlyn always lived her life to the fullest. Marlyn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, and a wonderful lady with a wonderful life. She was blessed with much, just as we were so blessed to have known her....
Catherine S. Fuller
Jul 14, 2008
Mrs. Catherine S. Fuller, age 86, passed away at her residence Monday afternoon following a long illness. Catherine was born in Muskegon on October 6, 1921 to Isidor and Rose (Wieber) Huss. She married Mr. George Fuller in 1939; he preceded her in death in 2000. Catherine was employed at Muskegon Piston Ring for 28 years, retiring in 1979....
Jack Allen Stephenson
Jul 14, 2008
Mr. Jack Allen Stephenson, age 74, of Norton Shores, passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 14, 2008. He was born December 12, 1933 in Newaygo to the late Roy and Edna (Barbour) Stephenson. Besides his parents, Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Nancy, in 2002; his granddaughter, Jacqueline Jagnecki, in 1989; and his grandson, Thomas...
Doris D. Kitchen
Jul 13, 2008
Mrs. Doris D. Kitchen, age 84, devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 in Grand Haven. She was born on December 2, 1923 in Aberdeen, South Dakota to Charles and Ethel (Smith) Koplen. After moving from Aberdeen to Chicago, she settled in Muskegon where she married Russell Kitchen on October 30, 1948. During their...
Teresa Elaine "Tish" Fortine
Jul 13, 2008
Mrs. Teresa Elaine "Tish" Fortine, age 35, very beloved wife, mother, daughter, wonderful friend and special nurse, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 at The Poppen Residence of Harbor Hospice. She was born April 28, 1973 in Peoria, IL to Joe A. and Linda C. (Cowles) Wood and lived in the Muskegon area the past 18 years. Teresa was...
Richard "Dick" Hain
Jul 13, 2008
Known as the quiet giant from Duck Lake, Richard Dick Hain had a quick smile and a heart of gold. He took a sincere interest in the lives of those he met and did what he could to make life a little better for his fellow man. A successful businessman, he enjoyed his job and his philanthropic work, but...
Hiram "Sam" Keur
Jul 13, 2008
Mr. Hiram "Sam" Keur, age 79, of North Muskegon, passed away Sunday, July 13, 2008 at his home. Mr. Keur was born March 15, 1929 to Hiram, Sr. and Hazel (Harris) Keur in Muskegon and was a life resident. He had been employed for many years at the Grey Goose Tavern, Maple Tavern, and retired from the American Legion...
Larry Allan Eaton
Jul 12, 2008
Mr. Larry Allan Eaton, age 57, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008. He was born on November 4, 1950 to Louis A. and Joyce E. (Pierce) Eaton in Grand Rapids, MI. Larry served his country as a helicopter pilot in Viet Nam and continued his career in aviation, retiring from the U.S. Army Air Corp in 1991. Larry continued...
William Duchane
Jul 12, 2008
If it could be built, Bill DuChane was the man to build it. He was a master craftsman, and he built countless houses, offices and buildings over the years, building a successful business in the process. Bill was even better at building friendships, and the bonds with the people around him. More than anything, Bill was a loving husband,...
Burton Keith "Burt" Shineldecker
Jul 10, 2008
Mr. Burton Keith "Burt" Shineldecker, age 70, passed away on Thursday morning, July 10, 2008 at his home. He was born on October 31, 1937 in Bitely, Michigan to Burton R. & Carrie (Torrey) Shineldecker. He had been a US Marine, and he had been a Metallurgical Engineer at Anaconda. He was a member of the Loyal Order of...
William Carpenter
Jul 10, 2008
When you think of William Carpenter, think of him sitting in his tree stand or trout fishing on the banks of the Pine River, fully absorbed in the quietness and solitude of nature. Remember his immense passion for hunting and fishing and how excited he was to share this love with his children. William Carpenter entered the world in...
Richard " Dick " Settler
Jul 10, 2008
Richard Dick Settler was a generous and trustworthy man, who throughout his life strove to be the best father, husband, grandfather and friend possible. He was fun loving and compassionate with a strong devotion to the principles of both hard work and a devoted faith. Dick knew that true joy in life comes not from material possessions, but the...
William "Bill" J. Wasserberger
Jul 10, 2008
(William) "Bill" J. Wasserberger, age 49, of Spring Lake passed away Thursday, July 10, 2008, at a Grand Rapids hospital. He was born September 15, 1958, in Pontiac, MI, to Neil and Mary Ellen (Wyngarden) Wasserberger. Mr. Wasserberger was a graduate of Rochester Adams High School and Lawrence Technological University. He moved to Spring Lake from Rochester Hills, MI,...
Phyllis V. Johnson
Jul 9, 2008
Mrs. Phyllis V. Johnson passed away Wednesday afternoon, July 9, 2008 following a brief illness. Phyllis was born in Muskegon Heights on September 5, 1921 to Dominic B. and Pauline (Capkovic) Kolenic. Phyllis graduated in 1939 from Muskegon Hts. H.S. and married Mr. Donald E. Johnson on November 6, 1943. Don preceded Phyllis in death on March 10, 1985....
Nancy Rademaker
Jul 8, 2008
Nancy Rae Rademaker was a wonderful sister, loving aunt and cherished friend. She was able to see the good in others and never had a bad word to say about anything. Her laughter gave joy her family, and her friendliness brought cheer to her neighbors. It was readily said about Nancy, that if there were more people like her,...
Thelma Ryan
Jul 7, 2008
Thelma Mae Ryan was a strong, capable woman whose life and character were shaped by the hardships she endured and the priorities she chose. From an early age, she learned to put the interests of others before her own and became an example of selflessness and courage. Of all the simple pleasures of life, Thelmas greatest joy was being...
Helen Sophie Blaschke
Jul 7, 2008
Helen Sophie Blaschke, age 91, died peacefully Monday, July 7, 2008. She was born on July 3, 1917 in Grand Haven, MI to John and Sophie Galant. Helen married John Zamescialt and he died on November 2, 1950. She later married Fred Blaschke and he died on September 8, 2002. Helen was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church,...
