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...
Thaddeus "Ted" Stanislaw Kmiecik
Jul 26, 2008
Mr. Thaddeus "Ted" Stanislaw Kmiecik, age 91, died peacefully Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his home. He was born on January 22, 1917 in Muskegon, MI to Vincent and Anna Kmiecik. Ted was a 1940 graduate of The University of Notre Dame and had played football for the Fighting Irish. He owned Ted's Night Club in Muskegon, the Wings...
Margaret Ann Wickham
Jul 26, 2008
Mrs. Margaret Ann Wickham, age 75, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on October 12, 1932 to Warren & Martha (Wilson) Pearson & married Thomas G. Wickham on March 3, 1962. Mrs. Wickham had been employed as a nurse at Cook County Hospital and Northwestern University Medical Center. She was an active volunteer at...
Richard C. Ball
Jul 26, 2008
Mr. Richard C. Ball, age 75, passed away, Saturday, July 26, 2008 at Mercy Hospital. He was born February 14, 1933 in New Castle, IN. to Ernest and Pauline (Prophet) Ball and has lived in the Muskegon area since 1950. Mr. Ball was a machinist at Brunswick for 33 years, retiring in 1991. He was a member of Evanston...
Jack E. Green
Jul 26, 2008
Mr. Jack E. Green, age 83, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. He was born in Lowell, MI on September 1, 1924 to Earl & Pearl (Zahm) Green. Jack served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He married the former Margaret 'Micky' Cato on July 4, 1947. Mr. Green had been employed as a Welder at Dresser Industries...
Michael Simonson
Jul 25, 2008
Mr. Michael Simonson, age 53, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008 surrounded by those he loved. He was born May 13, 1955 in Reed City, MI to Glenn and Patricia (Martz) Simonson and has lived in the Muskegon area most of his life. He was employed with Acemco for over ten years in different capacities. During his time at...
Helen C. Scholle
Jul 25, 2008
Mrs. Helen C. Scholle, age 90, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008 at Mercy Hospital. She was born April 23, 1918 in Milwaukee, WI to John and Lucy (Levendowski) Piasecki and moved to Muskegon as a young child. She married Dr. Norbert W. Scholle, Sr. in Concordia, MO on July 19, 1942. He preceded her in death on February...
Allie M. Smith
Jul 24, 2008
Mrs. Allie M. Smith, age 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday evening, July 24, 2008, in Muskegon. She was born February 16, 1931 in Norwood, LA to Flynn & Lillie (LaPrarie) Ebey; and had resided in the Muskegon area most of her life. Allie was a member of Calvary Church. On October 4, 1952 she...
Neal J. House
Jul 24, 2008
Mr. Neal J. House, age 90, died Thursday, July 24, 2008. He was born in Detroit, MI on March 11, 1918 to Leonard & Rose (Bombrowski) House. Mr. House served his country in the US Army and married the former Marie Jean Sanders on December 23, 1961. Mr. House had been employed as an Engineer at Brunswick for 25...
Lillian May Moody
Jul 24, 2008
Mrs. Lillian May Moody, age 98, passed away, Thursday, July 24, 2008 at Seminole Shores. She was born March 27, 1910 in Allegan, MI to Charles and Bertha (Thompson) Jewell. Mrs. Moody enjoyed arts and crafts and going to the cottage on Bass Lake. She loved spending time with her family and going on long walks. Mrs. Moody has...
Mildred Johnson
Jul 22, 2008
Mildred Johnson knew a life spent learning was a life worth living, and devoted her days to making a difference to others. She was a remarkable woman, intelligent and inspired, and so full of character and compassion. Mildred was a loving wife, sister, aunt and friend, but more than anything, she was a dedicated teacher and advocate, who made...
Lawrence Ray "Sonny" Medacco
Jul 22, 2008
Mr. Lawrence Ray "Sonny" Medacco, age 59, passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at his home. He was born August 14, 1948 in Muskegon to Joseph and Mildred (Gripke) Medacco and has lived in the area his entire life. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during the Vietnam War. He worked over 10 years as...
Raymundo "Ray" R. Patino Iii
Jul 22, 2008
Mr. Raymundo "Ray" R. Patino III, age 47, passed away July 22, 2008 at his home. He was born on July 24, 1960 to Raymundo Patino II and Georgia (Ramos) Strube in Muskegon. He was self-employed and for many years managed rental properties. SURVIVORS include his mother, Georgia; 5 children, Raymundo (Nicole), Steve, Rachael (Warren) DeHart, Stacey and Stephanie;...
Bryan Dykes
Jul 21, 2008
Bryan Ladon Dykes was born Nov. 6, 1974 in the small town of Union Springs, Al population 15. His parents Rebecca and Don Dykes loved him instantly. After spending time moving around the country, including a special time spent with his father in Kansas during the summer of 1977, the family settled in Portsmouth Virginia. As a child Bryan...
