Donald E. Gifford
Dec 1, 2007
Mr. Donald E. Gifford, age 77, passed away at home surrounded by his family Saturday, December 1, 2007. He was born on June 4, 1930 to Edward and Evelyn (Payne) Gifford in Shelby, MI and has resided in the Muskegon area since 1951. He was a self employed crane operator and truck driver for Pine Ridge Contractors, Inc. He...
Arthur R. Bachmann
Dec 1, 2007
Mr. Arthur R. Bachmann, age 62, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 1, 2007. He was born on November 16, 1945 to Reinhold and Edith (Lewis) Bachmann in Flint, MI. He worked as a Journeyman tool grinder for Federal Mogul prior to his retirement in November 2005. Some of Art's hobbies included fishing, collecting fishing tackle, wood working, camping and...
Harriet Rop
Nov 30, 2007
Harriet Rop, age 92, went to be with her Lord on Friday, November 30, 2007, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. She was born June 28, 1915, in Grand Haven to Henry and Jennie (Tysman) Beukema, and she married James "Jay" Rop of Muskegon, Michigan, on November 23, 1945. He preceded her in death on September 21, 1993. Harriet earned a Bachelor's...
Albert "Al" J. Miller
Nov 30, 2007
Mr. Albert "Al" J. Miller, age 76, died Friday, November 30, 2007 in Muskegon. He was born on November 15, 1931 in Muskegon to Albert and Agnes (Hommer) Miller, and had resided in the area all of his life. Al had worked at Sealed Power for 38 years before retiring in 1989, and served his country in the U.S....
William "Bill" J. Vandenberg
Nov 30, 2007
Mr. William "Bill" J. VandenBerg, age 61, passed away Friday evening, November 30, 2007 in Muskegon. He was born March 16, 1946 in Muskegon to Albert and Esther (Van Oeveren) VandenBerg and lived in the area his entire life. He graduated from Western Michigan Christian High School and attended Spartan School of Aeronautics. Bill was a veteran of the...
Eric St. Claire O'Keefe
Nov 29, 2007
Mr. Eric St. Claire O'Keefe, age 61, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2007 at a local hospital. He was born August 19, 1946 in Muskegon to Edward and Melvena (Henrickson) O'Keefe and lived in the area his entire life. Eric was currently employed as a grinder for CWC-Textron where he had been employed 40 years. Eric enjoyed golfing, bowling,...
Leo H. "Bob" Siegel, Jr.
Nov 29, 2007
Mr. Leo H. "Bob" Siegel, Jr., age 85, died Thursday afternoon, November 29, 2007. He was born April 5, 1922 in Muskegon to Leo H. and Jennie (Telleson) Siegel, Sr. and had been a life resident. Mr. Siegel was a WWII U.S. Army Veteran. Following the war, he returned to Muskegon and worked for Windatt-Pontiac for several years. He...
Lillie Mae Rhodes
Nov 29, 2007
Lillie Mae Rhodes, age 85, passed away on November 29, 2007. She is survived by her daughter, Delores Boone; and brother, Willie (Margaret) Bell. Lillie was a member of Bethesda Baptist Church, 575 S. Getty Street, where services will be held on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. with Pastor Charles Poole officiating. Visitation will be held from...
Michael W. Barton
Nov 28, 2007
Michael W. Barton, age 31, passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2007 after having battled seizures and brain cancer since the age of 13. Michael was born June 4, 1976 to Wayne and Renee (Ross) Barton in Muskegon. He was an avid sports fan and loved the Detroit Tigers. Michael is SURVIVED by his parents; 2 sisters, Margie Barton and...
Malcolm C. "Bud" Harris
Nov 28, 2007
Mr. Malcolm C. "Bud" Harris, age 87, died Wednesday, November 28, 2007. He was born in Muskegon, MI on July 29, 1920 to Clarence & Joann (Kemperman) Harris & married the former Fairy Ann "Babe" Jonas on December 10, 1949 in Muskegon, MI. Mr. Harris served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a pilot during WWII. He...
George Dalson
Nov 28, 2007
DALSON, MR. GEORGE VICTOR Lyons, IL Mr. George V. Dalson, age 58, died Wednesday, November 28, 2007. He was born in Evanston, IL on July 2, 1949 to Ralph & Maribelle (Norton) Dalson. Mr. Dalson had served his country in the U.S. Navy and had been employed as a custodian. Mr. Dalson enjoyed fishing. SURVIVORS Sister, Carol Dalson; brother,...
Harold E. Harvey
Nov 28, 2007
Mr. Harold E. Harvey, age 80, of Muskegon passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at a local hospital. He was born in White Cloud, MI on April 20, 1927, to Ms. Kathryn Shelkey and has lived in the area all of his life. For over 58 years he was the owner of Harold's Used Cars on Getty Sreet. On...
Philomena M. Gunn
Nov 28, 2007
Mrs. Philomena M. Gunn, age 102, died Tuesday, November 28, 2007 at the Harbor Hospice Poppen Residence. She was born June 25, 1905 in Vulcan, MI to Peter and Mary (Verwimp) Melbow and had resided in the area most of her life. Mrs. Gunn was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, where she was involved in their Altar...
Mary Elisabeth "Bette" Westfall
Nov 28, 2007
Mary Elisabeth "Bette" Westfall (nee Cartwright), age 82, passed away November 28. Born in Detroit on April 18, 1925, she was the daughter of the late James and Mary Cartwright. She grew up in Detroit and graduated from McKenzie High. In 1947 she earned her nursing degree from Mercy College. She was married in Detroit on October 23, 1948...
Patricia Ann Alexander
Nov 27, 2007
Mrs. Patricia Ann Alexander, age 78, passed away, Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at her home Surrounded by loving family. She was born July 7, 1929 in Muskegon to Marion and Velma (Douglass) McCue. Mrs. Alexander had attended Calvary Church. She was a wonderful mother who loved her family, enjoyed cooking and traveling to the casino. On November 16, 1945...
Julie June Gundy
Nov 27, 2007
Julie Gundy, age 76, passed away November 27, 2007. She died peacefully with her family by her side after a courageous battle with A.L.S. (Lou Gehrigs Disease). She was born June 6, 1931 in Muskegon to Steven and Theresa (Beluzar) Madasy. She married Delmar Gundy on October 6, 1951. Julie was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She...
Reverend Alexander Urcavich
Nov 26, 2007
Reverend Alexander Urcavich, age 88, passed away on Monday, November 26, 2007. He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Grace, a son Michael, in 1944, and by two daughter's Linda in 1947 and Janice in 1960. Alex is survived by five children, Judy (Jerry) Price of Sturgeon Bay, WI, Joseph (Arlis) of Green Bay, WI,...
Dianne Baker
Nov 26, 2007
Dianne G. Baker was a bright, caring woman who took great joy in her family and friends. She concerned herself with people, and their happiness made her happy. In business and every day life, Dianne was diligent and honest. She truly made life sweet for those around her. Dianne was born during a period of optimism in America, when...
Charles A. Nelson
Nov 26, 2007
Mr. Charles A. Nelson, age 80, died Monday, November 26, 2007. He was born in Muskegon, MI on December 18, 1926 to Alex & Doris (Wainwright) Nelson & married the former Eilene Ryan on October 22, 1948. Mr. Nelson served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII in France & Germany. Mr. Nelson had been employed as a...
Marie Elizabeth Mcmillan
Nov 25, 2007
Mrs. Marie Elizabeth McMillan, age 88, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2007 at home. She was born February 25, 1919 in Muskegon to the late Peter and Mae (Bisson) Kartes. Marie was a Past President of Hartford Terrace Association and was a member of Pulaski Lodge. She had worked as a waitress at Doo Drop Inn for ten years....