Obituaries

Nov 26, 2023

Linda Cowles Bascom Pitsos

Born: October 24, 1942

Died: November 26, 2023

If on November 26, 2023, you were suddenly gripped by an overwhelming desire to burst into show tunes while simultaneously high-kicking like a sequined Rockette, you were graced by the ebullient spirit of Linda Pitsos.

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Nov 25, 2023

Beach, Mrs

Joyce Ann

Muskegon, Michigan

Joyce Ann Beach, age 84, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 7, 1939 to Robert & Thelma (Gregory) ZeeDyke. Mrs. Beach had been employed as a Housekeeper for Christian Care Asisted Living for 15 years. Joyce was...

Nov 25, 2023

Timothy Lee Pollack was born January 17 th , 1961, and passed away unexpectedly on November 25 th ,2023. He was the youngest of seven children. He enjoyed watching the lions, horror movies, BBQing on his new grill and his love for playing the drums.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Laura Pollack,...

Nov 23, 2023

Matthew Robert Herline, 66, of Muskegon, Mich., passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 23, 2023 in the presence of his son and daughter. Matt was born on June 28, 1957 to Gerrit and Shirley (Pitts) Herline and raised in their family home on Bob Avenue with his five siblings.

After Matt graduated from...

Nov 22, 2023

Larson, Mrs

Cynthia Jean

Muskegon, Michigan

Cynthia Jean Larson, age 77, left us much too quickly on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 after a short and intense battle with pancreatic cancer. Her vibrant smile, love for family, and tight hugs are already missed so much.

Cindy was born...

Nov 22, 2023

Kammers,

Marcella Clare

Muskegon, Michigan

Marcella C. Kammers, age 91, passed away on November 22, 2023. Marcella was born to John and Mary (Buckley) Halloran on June 21, 1932, a twin to Bernadette. Marcella graduated from St. Mary's Catholic School in Muskegon, and attended Indiana State Teachers College (now Indiana State...

Nov 20, 2023

Elwell,

Doris Leona

Muskegon, Michigan

Doris Leona Elwell, age 97, passed away peacefully, Monday November 20, 2023. She was born in Philadelphia, PA on November 3, 1926 to C. Henry & M. Lena (Sprague) Schramm. Doris excelled in several sports at Muskegon High School, she graduated from Baker College, and held...

Nov 19, 2023

Spofford, Curtis John

Muskegon, MI

Curtis John Spofford Sr. passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023 in Muskegon, Michigan. He was born in Cheyenne, Wyoming on August 9, 1954 to Clarence Spofford and Lois Batten. He enjoyed the outdoors, particularly kayaking, camping and disc golfing. He is survived by his wife of 32 years,...

Nov 18, 2023

Betty J. Johnson, age 86, passed away into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior on Saturday November 18, 2023 from injuries sustained in a car accident.

Betty was born March 9, 1937 in Muskegon, MI to Orville and Henrietta (Hughes) Johnson. Betty married Carl M. Johnson on August 6, 1955. They were married for 55...

Nov 18, 2023

Nielsen, Mr.

Roger William

Spring Lake, Michigan

Roger William Nielsen, age 81, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023. He was born in Grand Haven, MI on May 29, 1942 to Arthur & Francis (Scott) Nielsen and married Juanita (White) Nielsen. The pair were married for over twenty years. Mr. Nielsen was...

Nov 17, 2023

Brunette, Mrs.

Joan Arlene

Muskegon, Michigan

Joan Arlene Brunette, age 83, passed away Friday, November 17, 2023. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 29, 1940 to George & Roseland (Slater) Leonard and graduated from Muskegon high School. Mrs. Brunette was a homemaker and loved taking care of her family....

Nov 16, 2023

Rose Marie (Masty) Morris, 76, of Muskegon left this earthly life, Thursday

November 16, 2023, to walk the golden streets of Heaven.

Born October 11, 1947 in Muskegon, MI to Ray and Betty (Sprague) Masty.

Rose met Robert Morris, the love of her life in 1961. They married February 4, 1967

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Nov 16, 2023

On Thursday, November 16, 2023, James Edward Green was called to heaven. He was born on December 29, 1940 to John and Hazel Green in Beeville, Texas. He was one of four boys (Leon, John Allen and David Green) in his family. On April 15, 1960 he married his high school sweetheart and absolute love of his life, Shirley...

Nov 16, 2023

Lewinski, Mrs

Joyce Ann

Muskegon, Michigan

Mrs. Joyce Ann Lewinski, age 91, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023. She was born in South Bend, IN on September 29, 1932 to the late Clarence and Bernice (Feather) Lebo. She was a 1950 graduate of Riley High School in South Bend, IN and...

Nov 15, 2023

Bradshaw, Mrs

Myrna Lois

Norton Shores, Michigan

Myrna Lois Bradshaw, age 90, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023. She was born in Crystal Valley, MI on April 18, 1933, to Raymond & Ethel (Little) Unger. She graduated from Muskegon High School in 1950 and attended Muskegon Junior College. She later married...

Nov 15, 2023

Ford,

Jacqueline Ann

Muskegon, Michigan

Jacqueline Ann Ford, age 60, passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023. She was born in Muskegon, MI on February 28, 1963 to Jack & Ellen (Holmes) Ford and graduated from Mona Shores High School in 1981. She married David Dressel on December 6, 1992 and he...

Nov 13, 2023

O'Neil, Mr.

Donald Mark

Muskegon, MI

Donald Mark O'Neil, age 66, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023. He was born in Muskegon, MI on October 2, 1957 to Thomas O'Neill & Helen (Stormzand) O'Neil. Mr. O'Neil had been employed as a Laborer for many years. Donald enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle,...

Nov 10, 2023

Straley, Ms.

Patricia Ann

Muskegon, MI

Patricia Ann Straley. December 7, 1950 - November 10, 2023. Patricia was born in Muskegon to Daniel and Phyllis Straley (Kaber). She was a lifelong resident of Muskegon County. She attended Steele Junior High School, Muskegon High School and Muskegon Community College. Patricia earned her...

Nov 8, 2023

Johnson,

G. Thomas

Muskegon, Michigan

G. Thomas Johnson III, age 85, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2023. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 17, 1938 to Ellen (Jamieson) and G Thomas Johnson Jr. He lived his first year in Buffalo, NY before returning to Philadelphia where he attended school...

Nov 8, 2023

Thompson, Ms.

Doris May

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Doris passed peacefully at home. Born in Muskegon, Michigan to Glen and Joyce Thompson. Preceeded in death by her parents, sisters Sally (Thompson) Malkan, Patsy (Thompson) Bohle, grandparents, aunts and uncles. Doris is survived by her nieces Melissa (Dennis) Healy and their children Jamie,...