William V. Breitfield
Mar 6, 2008
William V. Breitfield, age 76, passed away on March 6, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Breitfield; his parents, Clarence and Mary Breitfield; and his sister, Beverly Pawlak. He is survived by his son, Kenneth (Pamela) Breitfield; grandchildren, Tessa, Ken, and Raelynn Breitfield. William was a veteran of the United States Navy serving during the...
Robert D. Reames
Mar 6, 2008
Robert Reames was a meticulous, hard working, fun loving man who dearly loved his wife, children and friends. He grew up surrounded by his extended family and having them around his own family was a joy that stayed with him his entire life. Being sociable, Robert made friends easily and valued their kindness and encouragement. For everyone around him,...
Paul Fazakerley
Mar 6, 2008
Paul Fazakerley age 77 was born on December 9, 1930 in Holland, Michigan and passed away on March 6, 2008. On June 19, 1954 he married May Shavalier. Along with his wife he is survived by seven children, Paul Jr., Denise Provencher, Terri (Ken) Merkins, Glen (Beth), Gail, Yvonne (Vern) Wilson, and Randy (Robin); a brother, Frank; Brother-in-law John...
Thelma Janette Leggett
Mar 5, 2008
Mrs. Thelma Janette Leggett, age 74, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at the Poppen Residence. She was born March 18, 1933 in Halls, TN, to Richard and Molly (Duggan) Ward and lived most of her life in the Muskegon area. On June 12, 1958, she married Melvin J. Leggett in Brownsville, TN and he survives her. Janette was...
Doris May Gianetti
Mar 5, 2008
Miss Doris May Gianetti, age 74, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at the Poppen Residence of Harbor Hospice. She was born May 2, 1933 in Chicago Heights, IL to Gene A. and Esther M. (Lauretti) Gianetti and lived most of her life in the Muskegon area. Doris worked as a secretary for Teledyne-Continental Motors and retired in 1990...
Harry Vandyke
Mar 5, 2008
Mr. Harry VanDyke, age 93, died Wednesday evening, March 5, 2008 in Muskegon. He was born June 1, 1914 in Muskegon to Peter and Alma (Richeson) VanDyke and has resided in the area most of his life. Harry had been employed at S.D. Warren for 10 years and Naph-Sol Refinery for 22 years prior to his retirement. Harry was...
Roosevelt Wimbley
Mar 4, 2008
Mr. Roosevelt Wimbley, age 85, passed Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at Hackley Hospital. He was retired from Eagle Ottawa Leather Co. as a Drum Operator. He is survived by 3 sons, Porter (Margret) Wimbley, Clarence (Liz) Wimbley, and David (Carol) Wimbley, and 2 daughters, Annie Clark and Willie Pearl Clark of California. Services will be held Tuesday, March 11,...
Lena A. Johnson
Mar 4, 2008
Mrs. Lena A. Johnson, age 68, of North Muskegon, passed away after an extended illness on Tuesday morning March 4, 2008 at Hackley Visiting Nurse Hospice. Lena was born April 7, 1939 in Shelby, MI to Albert and Bertha (Rash) Long and married Mr. Brian H. Johnson on January 4, 1969. She was predeceased by her parents; two brothers,...
Kelly M. Hilton
Mar 4, 2008
The moments are all right there, in faded color photos, moments of a life lived to the fullest. Kelly Michael Hilton loved photography, loved preserving what he cherished most, the fond memories he shared with his beloved family. Kelly was a wonderful man, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, a son, a brother and friend. He was taken too...
Will M. Thoma
Mar 3, 2008
Mr. Will M. Thoma, born October 25, 1926 to William and Kathryn (Rose) Thoma left this earth Tuesday, March 3, 2008. He served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII & Korean Conflict. Will was proud to serve as Fire Chief of Fruitport Township from 1964 until his retirement in 1989. SURVIVORS Wife of 60 years, Lois; son,...
Gary W. Moore
Mar 3, 2008
Mr. Gary W. Moore, age 60, passed away Monday morning, March 3, 2008. He was born August 7, 1947 in Traverse City, MI to Neil and Edith (Coletta) Moore and had resided in Muskegon most of his life. Gary was a 1966 graduate of Muskegon High School. He worked for Howmet Corporation for 37 years and was a member...
Debra Jean Lorenson
Mar 3, 2008
Debra Jean Lorenson went to be with God and her mommy 03-04-2008 surrounded by loving family at home. On October 16, 1963 Morrey and Jean Lorenson brought their special beautiful little girl home where she resided for 44 years. Debby loved winning the special Olympics, lunches at Joe Chan's where she was treated like a queen, extensive travel, casinos,...
Phyllis J. Chandonnet
Mar 2, 2008
Mrs. Phyllis J. Chandonnet, age 91, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008 in Muskegon. She was born on October 19, 1916 to Joseph and Anna (Kowal) Szost, and resided in the area all of her life. Mrs. Chandonnet retired from Kaydon Corporation after more than 30 years of work. She was a very active member of St. Michael's Catholic...
Aaron D. Gates
Mar 2, 2008
Mr. Aaron D. Gates, age 75, passed Sunday March 2, 2008 at Hackley Hospital. He retired from Michigan State University in the Maintenance Dept. He is survived by his two brothers, Groover (Shirley) Gates of Muskegon and Eldridge (Doris) Gates of Muskegon Hts. Service will be held Friday at 11:00 AM at Zion Tabernacle C.O.G.I.C., Pastor David Wimbley officiating....
John A. Huggett
Mar 2, 2008
John A. Huggett, age 78, passed away on March 2, 2008. John is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mickey (Bond) Huggett; two children, Rick (Sherry) Huggett, and Brenda (Phil) Gebhart; two grandchildren, Jonathan and Stacy Huggett; a special sister-in-law, Holly Merkins, along with several nieces and nephews. John was a veteran of the United States Navy serving...
Kathryn L. Lund
Mar 2, 2008
Mrs. Kathryn L. Lund, age 87, died Sunday, March 2, 2008. She was born in Muskegon, MI on April 3, 1920 to Edward & Lisette (Goetz) Krautheim & married Carl Lund on August 7, 1942. Mrs. Lund was a graduate of Michigan State University and a lifelong member of First Congregational Church. SURVIVORS Husband, Carl; 2 daughters, Lisa Lund...
F. Wayne Nuttall
Mar 2, 2008
Mr. F. Wayne Nuttall, age 65, died Sunday, March 2, 2008. He was born in Muskegon, MI on April 14, 1942 to Lester & Carol (Olsen) Nuttall. Mr. Nuttall had been employed as a technician at S.D. Warren for over 30 years until retiring. He served his country in the National Guard. SURVIVORS 1 daughter, Cindy Dexter of Destin,...
Ruby P. Erbes
Mar 2, 2008
Mrs. Ruby P. Erbes, age 95, died Sunday, March 2, 2008. She was born in Fairmont, NC on January 22, 1913 to Carl & Mary (Ashley) McLean & married John H. Erbes, Jr. on November 27, 1935 in Muskegon, MI. Mrs. Erbes had been employed as a secretary at the Boy Scout Office in Muskegon for 8 years until...
Genevieve M. Roest
Mar 2, 2008
Genevieve M. Roest, 98, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008, peacefully, at South Lyon Gardens, in South Lyon, MI. She was born December 29, 1909, to John and Catherine Deutschman in Ahmeek, MI (Upper Peninsula). The family moved to Pentwater, MI when she was 12 years old. Later, she moved to Muskegon, MI where she worked for the Page...
Paul R. Shoemaker
Mar 2, 2008
Mr. Paul R. Shoemaker, age 56, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008 in Traverse City. Paul was born June 13, 1951 in Jenison, and lived most of his life in Muskegon before moving to Brimley 7 years ago. While in Muskegon he worked at K & L Industries. In Brimley he worked at the Bay Mills Casino and Resort....