Ulric "Art" Evans
Jun 19, 2008
Ulric Elwood Art Evans was a talented, energetic man who lived his life with gusto. He worked hard and played just as hard. His interests spanned the race track and dance floor, the bowling ally and a singing group. Art liked to have a good time, but above all, he loved his children and the time he spent with...
Thomas E. Norris
Jun 19, 2008
Thomas E. Norris, age 67, passed away on June 19, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Phyllis; two children, Terry (Jackie) Norris and Pamela Root; five grandchildren, Thomas, James, Robert, Marie, and Angelica; three great- grandchildren, Braylon, CT, and Nylah; a sister, Nora (Joe) Henagin; a brother, Tony Henagin; along with his puggle, Hazel. Tom...
Raymonde M. Lara
Jun 19, 2008
Mrs. Raymonde M. Lara, age 85, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2008 at Select Specialty Hospital. She was born November 11, 1922 in France to the late Jules and Germaine (Latzer) Herbert. She met American Army G.I. Amado Lara while he was fighting in Europe during WWII. They married on March 1, 1946 in France and settled in Muskegon...
George Halverson, Jr.
Jun 19, 2008
George Halverson, Jr. , age 80, a loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away on June 19, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Mildred; a son, Larry (Jennifer); three grandchildren, Kendra, Sean, and Heidi; a great-grandson, Riley; a brother, Maurice (Sue) Halverson; and several nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Jack (Julie) Schugars. He...
Stella R. Szmadzinski
Jun 18, 2008
Stella R. Szmadzinski, age 83, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2008. Mrs. Szmadzinski was born July 7, 1924 to Anthony and Frances (Kielar) Czekuc in Muskegon. She married Joseph J. Szmadzinski who preceded her in death in 1990. She was employed at both The Muskegon Chronicle and K-Mart prior to her retirement. She was a member of Our Lady...
Irene Fitzpatrick
Jun 18, 2008
Mrs. Irene Fitzpatrick, age 82, died peacefully Wednesday, June 18, 2008. She was born September 21, 1925 in Muskegon, MI and married Jack D. Fitzpatrick on August 28, 1948 and he died on March 1, 2008. She was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church and retired from Western Union. Survivors are her sons, Doug, Dave (Mel Murphy), Dennis...
Earl W. Morgan
Jun 17, 2008
Earl W. Morgan, age 68, passed away June 17, 2008. Earl was preceded in death by his wife, Edith, in 2001. He is survived by his two step-daughters, Christine (James) Wildrom and Crystal (Tim) Gronevelt; seven step-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; a brother; Carl Morgan; and 4 sisters, Betty Ables, Rosie England, Sue Pruett, and Allene Plotner. Earl retired from CWC....
Eileen Hewitt
Jun 17, 2008
Mrs. Eileen Hewitt, age 86, passed away early Tuesday, June 17, 2008 in Muskegon. She was born September 12, 1921 to Edward A. and Una Belle "Nora" (Becker) O'Neill in Morley, MI and moved to the Muskegon area in 1947. Eileen had worked as a sales clerk at Hardy Herpolsheimers, and also at Grossman's. She was a pianist for...
Unique Ann Sims
Jun 17, 2008
Unique Ann Sims, age 3 months passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2008 at DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 11:00am at Toombs Chapel, with Rev. Kenneth Sims officiating. She leaves to cherish her memory her Mother, Marcy Sims; Father, Zackery Morris; Grandmother, Margaretha Sims; Grandfather, Vincent Parker III; Grandmother,...
Elva Marie Lebaron
Jun 17, 2008
Mrs. Elva Marie LeBaron, age 73, went to be with her Lord and join her loved ones in Heaven June 17, 2008. Mrs. LeBaron was born October 29, 1934 in Muskegon. Elva married William LeBaron on July 1, 1963. Elva was a long time member of Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Bill;...
Jane Bruins
Jun 17, 2008
Jane Bruins lived her life with an attitude that could overcome any challenge. She was strong, courageous, and compassionate, and took every opportunity she faced as a chance to better the lives of those around her. A loving grandmother, mother, and friend, she showed her devotion to those she knew with her golden heart, and served as a true...
Kia Marie Zeman
Jun 17, 2008
Kia Marie (Laux) Zeman, infant daughter of Valentina and Dennis, passed away June 17, 2008 in Grand Rapids. Kia Marie is survived by her mother, Valentina Laux, and her father, Dennis Zeman; 4 brothers, Patrick, Shane, Dylan, and Zane; 1 sister, Brittany; grandparents, Temple and Mary Laux, Sr. of MI, Dennis and Anna Zeman, Sr. of TN, Bill and...
William Woodward Leister
Jun 16, 2008
Mr. William Woodward Leister, age 57, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2008. He was born in Detroit, MI in November of 1950 and had lived in the Muskegon area for almost 40 years. He was employed by ESCO for 30 years. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and working with stained glass. Mr. Leister is survived by his daughter, Jennifer...
Victoria E. Blevins
Jun 16, 2008
Mrs. Victoria E. Blevins, age 81, of Muskegon, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008 at her home. She was born April 16, 1927 in Muskegon, MI to the late Julius and the late Olga (Ribie) Johnson. She was retired from Walgreens. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas, and her brothers, Julius and William....
Gertrude Katherine Lorey
Jun 16, 2008
Mrs. Gertrude Katherine Lorey, age 89, passed away Monday morning at the Harbor Hospice - Poppen House following a short illness. Gertrude was born on October 9, 1918 in Muskegon to Gerritt and Florence (Veltman) Olthoff. She married Harold E. Lorey in Muskegon on October 7, 1939. He preceded her in death in 1991. In earlier years, she was...
Thomas Clark Davis
Jun 16, 2008
Thomas Clark Davis Oct. 26, 1957-June 16, 2008 Success To laugh often and much, To win the respect Of intelligent people And the affection of children, To earn the appreciation of Honest critics and endure The betrayal of false friends, To appreciate beauty, To find the best in others! To leave the world a bit better, Whether by a...
Candace J. Swanson
Jun 16, 2008
Mrs. Candace J. Swanson, age 59, passed away Monday, June 16, 2008. She was born in Muskegon Hts. on March 22, 1949 to Robert and Evelyn Lundwall. Candace was a former member of Muskegon Rec. Club Auxiliary. She was a homemaker. Candace was an avid pool player, a dedicated NASCAR fan and enjoyed feeding the birds & squirrels. Most...
Alfred E. Fetters
Jun 16, 2008
Mr. Alfred E. Fetters, age 86, died Monday, June 16, 2008. He was born in Hart, MI on November 10, 1921 to Evart & Hazel (Cargill) Fetters. He served his country in the US Navy as Navy Intelligence. Mr. Fetters was a master plumber and had been employed as a Journeyman Machinist at Teledyne Continental Motors for 36 years...
Patrick "Pat" Guy Kramer
Jun 16, 2008
Mr. Patrick "Pat" Guy Kramer, age 39, passed away Monday morning, June 16, 2008 at his home in Laketon Township. He was born in Muskegon on August 26, 1968 to Jack and Kay D. (All) Kramer and had been a life resident of the area. Pat was a member of IBEW local 275 since 1995, and for the past...
Virginia "Ginney" Williams
Jun 16, 2008
Virginia "Ginney" Williams, age 83, passed away Monday afternoon, June 16, 2008 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence in Kalamazoo. She was born September 29, 1924 in Mexico, the daughter of the late Jesus and Antionia (Vasquez) Gonzalez. She attended Orchard View Congregational Church in Muskegon, but was a current member of 12th Street Baptist Church in Kalamazoo. Ginney enjoyed...