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....
Dorothy J. Crist Pickle
Nov 25, 2007
Some people are always as strong as they need to be. Dorothy Crist Pickle was just such a woman, a lady of incredible strength, class and character, who triumphed over every challenge in her life. She was a beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother and friend, but more than anything, Dorothy taught us we could be anything we want to...
Eugene "Gene" Frausto
Nov 25, 2007
Gene Frausto was a man who lived his life by a simple credo, a chord that played in his heart every day of his life. Happy-go-lucky and I am free. Nothing exists that bothers me. Gene loved life, from the simple pleasures of a Sunday drive, to an Alaskan cruise, to a cold Coca-Cola after a hard-days work. Most...
Jay Sterenberg
Nov 25, 2007
Mr. Jay Sterenberg, age 96, went to be with his Lord, Sunday evening, November 25, 2007. Jay was born February 3, 1911 to Harry and Clara (Retsema) Sterenberg in Muskegon, and was a life resident. He graduated from the Hartford St. Christian School with the 8th grade class of 1925. He was a life-long member of the Allen Avenue...
Marie Alveretta Volek
Nov 25, 2007
Mrs. Marie Alveretta Volek, age 97, passed away Sunday morning, November 25, 2007, at a local nursing home. Marie was born October 2, 1910 in Muskegon, to Grover and Theresa (Kemperman) Cottrell. On October 20, 1932, Marie married George Volek in Indiana. George preceded her in death on August 22, 1984. During her working years, she had been employed...
Laurie Ellen Stewart
Nov 24, 2007
Mrs. Laurie Ellen Stewart, age 49, passed away peacefully and quietly into the arms of her Lord on Saturday, November 24, 2007. She was born in Muskegon on October 25, 1958 to John "Jack" and Delores "Lynn" (Leonard) Collinge and was a life resident. On November 11, 1978, Laurie married Mark A. Stewart and together they shared 29 years...
