Mr. Thomas Arthur Jagnecki, Jr., age 30, died suddenly Sunday evening. He was born on January 5, 1978 in Muskegon, MI to Thomas and Janette (Stephenson) Jagnecki, Sr. Tom worked at the Shape Corporation, and was a member of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and really enjoyed being a member of...
Marshall Graves was a man who never sat on the sidelines. Whether it was serving in the Army Air Corp in WWII, or serving as a board member on numerous committees, Marshall was always willing to do what he could. As a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and a highly respected member of his community, Marshall's life greatly impacted...
Carroll L. Berghuis, age 67, passed away on June 15, 2008. She is survived by a son, Brad (Christy) Berghuis; four grandchildren; her mother, Mildred Rasey; brother, Tom (Shirley) Skeels; and sister, Mary (Ron) Rop, along with several nieces and nephews. Carroll was preceded in death by a daughter, Pamela, and a son, Raymond, along with her father, Carroll....
Donald "Don" Charles Raymond, Sr., passed away June 14th, 2008 at his home in Challis, Idaho. He was 94 years old. He was born April 29th, 1914 to Charles Edward Raymond and Eathel Mae Pickett in Kent City, Michigan. He married Winifred Eden on July 6th,1935. On March 1st, 1936, a son was born, Donald Charles, Jr. and on...
Mrs. Sadie J. Buter, age 93, died Saturday morning, June 14, 2008, in Muskegon. She was a life resident of Muskegon, born July 29, 1914 to Fredrick C. & Susie Peterman. Sadie was a member of Hope Reformed Church. She had been employed by Orchard View Schools' Food Service Department prior to her retirement; and was also the RIF...
Mr. Timothy G. Richards, age 65, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2008 in Muskegon. He was born December 29, 1942 in Muskegon to Frank Sr. and Helen (Ehrig) Richards, and resided in both Montana and Muskegon. Tim was a truck driver for 32 years, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed his computer, and fishing in his spare time. On March...
Mrs. Ann Jean Jolman, age 87, passed away Saturday, June 14, 2008, at a local hospital. She was born April 20, 1921 in Muskegon to John and Kate (Cook) DeWind and lived in the Muskegon area most of her life. On May 6, 1942, she married Wheeler Jolman in Columbus, Mississippi and he preceded her in death in 1997....
Mr. Andrew "Jack" F. Flowers, age 91, passed away Friday, June 13, 2008 at his home. He was born June 16, 1916 in Remus, MI to Andrew and Bessie (Wood) Flowers-VanBogelen and lived in the Muskegon area most of his life. Prior to his retirement, he worked for Anaconda Wire and Cable Co. He married the former June Brown...
Mrs. Gertrude R. Dobb, age 91, passed away Friday, June 13, 2008 at the Poppen Hospice Residence. She was born July 9, 1916 in Thompsonville, MI to Ernest and Mary (Schriver) Willis, and resided most of her life in the area. Mrs. Dobb was a member of Fifth Reformed Church, where she was part of their Hannah Circle, and...
Mrs. Janet Bull, age 82, passed away early Friday morning, June 13, 2008 in Muskegon. She was born November 16, 1925 to John and Helen (Klejsmyt) Pavlak in Muskegon, and lived almost all of her life here. She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, the Womens Guild of the church and had volunteered in the...
Viola Ruth Hier, 80, went to be with her Lord on Friday, June 13, 2008. She was born in Grand Haven on July 20, 1927 to Hilbrand and Margaret (VanderZwaag) Bol. She married Raymond Hornstra October 2, 1946. Vi and Ray were foster parents to many children, including David and Ruth whom they adopted. Ray passed away in 1982....
Charlene Lorenz, age 71, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2008 at DeBoer Living Center in Muskegon. She was born April 15, 1937 in Grand Haven to Paul and Mabel (Curtis) Boettcher, and she married Michael Lorenz on September 23, 1965 in Muskegon. He preceded her in death on December 5, 2002. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church...
Some people live long lives, scattered here and there with triumphs and achievements. Others, like Marianne Anderson, are granted a short time on earth, but are able to fill every day of their lives with energy, life and love. With a carefree and positive attitude, she approached life as the ultimate adventure and liked living life to the fullest....
Mr. Gerrit L. "Gary" VanWyk, age 55, passed away Wednesday morning, June 11, 2008. He was born September 9, 1952 in Barnesville, GA to Robert and Katie (Evans) VanWyk and lived in the Muskegon area most of his life. On June 19, 1998, he married the former Theresa M. Schuitman in Muskegon and she survives him. Prior to retirement...
Mrs. Barbara Jean Childers, age 76, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at the Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence. She was born August 17, 1931 in South Haven, MI to Joseph and Winnie (Bell) Underwood and lived in the Muskegon area most of her life. On April 7, 1950, she married John Childers, Jr. in South Haven and he preceded...
Mr. Frank G. "Bud" Stolt Jr., age 90, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday morning at a local hospital. He was the husband of Irene Stolt and was retired from the City of Norton Shores Water Department. Burial has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Betty M. Galer, age 82 went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 10, 2008. Betty is survived by her husband of 60 years, Carlton; her siblings, Harold (Kay) VanderZouwen, Doris (John) VanderPloeg, Lavonne (Ike) Elenbaas, Nancy (Bill) Freeman, Audrey (Frank) Nienhuis, Don (Sheryl) VanderZouwen; several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Laurie (Gary) Norris, and...
Mr. Robert S. "Bob" DeVries, age 83, passed away early Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at the Poppen House. He was born January 31, 1925 to John and Millie (Carrier) DeVries and was a life resident of the area. He was a member of Mona Shores Baptist Church and retired from Sealed Power in 1984. Mr. DeVries enjoyed the outdoors...
Mrs. Bessie Margaret Wilson, age 82, went to be with her Lord Tuesday evening, June 10, 2008. She was born March 28, 1926 in Pulaski County, KY to Charlie P. & Susie (Bailey) Carroll; and has resided in the Muskegon area the past 58 years. Prior to her retirement Bessie had been a L.P.N. at Hackley Hospital for 15...
Scott W. Mitchell, 55, died June 10, 2008, at home, surrounded by his family, after an almost 4 year battle with brain cancer. Born April 2, 1953 in Alexandria, VA to Howard W. and Patricia M. Mitchell, Scott grew up in Manistee and Muskegon, Michigan. Following graduation, Scott enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served for...