Dorothy K.
Sep 30, 2007
Dorothy LaRue Takats became legendary to those who knew her; a woman who lived life larger than most people, making it uniquely her own. When young, she was beautiful, fun-loving and vibrant, enjoying life fearlessly and passionately. Then, and later, Dorothy was filled with boundless energy, incredible strength, and limitless love for those around her. Today her strength and...
Dianne O'Neil
Sep 30, 2007
Dianne M. O'Neil of Norton Shores passed away at home on September 30, 2007 after an extended illness. She was born to the late Gus and Anne Krueger. Dianne is survived by her husband of 42 years, Tom, her two daughters, Debbie (John) Chapman and Tammy (Steve) Hefley, both of California and by eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Dianne...
Toni Porter
Sep 30, 2007
Nora May Toni Porter was a woman rich in the things in life that count: a strong work ethic, a generous spirit devoted to helping others, and above all, an unconditional love for her children, grandchildren, family and friends. Always thinking of others before herself, Toni was both blessed by and a blessing to those she knew and loved....
Weldon F. Pearo
Sep 30, 2007
Weldon Pearo was a hard-working, fun-loving family man, a man who epitomized everything so great about our Greatest Generation. He was a proud veteran, a devoted worker, and a loyal friend. More than anything, Weldon was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who was always happy to share his life with his loving family. Weldons story began on a...
Marie Hansen
Sep 29, 2007
Marie B. Hansen, age 90, passed away Saturday morning, September 29, 2007. Mrs. Hansen was born in Mt. Pleasant, MI on September 10, 1917 to Edwin V. and Lillian M. (Huber) Miller. She moved to Muskegon as a young woman and was the former owner of the Hansen Drive-In Restaurants. She retired from Al Perri Furniture in 1992. Marie...
Foster John Gilbert
Sep 29, 2007
Foster John Gilbert went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 29, 2007. He was born in humble surroundings on April 4, 1914 to the late Anna (Wiemers) and Bert Gilbert in Conklin, Michigan. He used the gift of his own hands to build a warm and loving home for his family. His dream of owning his...
Carole Bryant
Sep 29, 2007
Carole J. Bryant, age 69, was born on June 21, 1938 to the late Thomas H. and Lucille Symons, passed away September 29, 2007. Carole was preceded in death by a son, Randy DeVowe, and a sister, Marilyn Ruth Symons. Surviving are a son, Thomas H. Bryant; aunts and uncles, Shirley and Tom Paquin, Alma Nummerdor, Grace Veltman, Pearl...
Mark Jacob Snell, Jr.
Sep 28, 2007
Mr. Mark Jacob Snell, Jr., age 93, passed away Friday, September 28, 2007 at a nursing home in Exeter, MO. He was born August 21, 1914 in Benona Township, MI and lived most of his life in the Muskegon area. In 2004, he moved to Exeter, MO, to be closer to his son, Robert. Prior to his retirement, he...
Marguerite "Marge" Seng
Sep 28, 2007
Spunky and full of life, Marguerite Marge Seng was a woman who knew how to have a good time. She loved sharing her love for life with her family and friends, whether by making them laugh or simply by expressing it in her every day actions. The early 1920s were a collage of interesting events. There were power struggles...
Judy Busman
Sep 28, 2007
Judy Busman, age 65, died Friday, Sept. 28, 2007. Judy is survived by her husband, Clarence; sons, Kim (Stephany) of Holton and Greg of Muskegon. Also 5 grandchildren. SERVICES: Tuesday 11:00 AM at Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna, MI. VISITATION: Monday evening 6-8 PM at the Funeral Home. Burial Egelston Twp. Cemetery.
Connie Loy Grimard
Sep 28, 2007
Connie Loy (Spencer) Grimard, age 54, died Fri., Sept. 28, 2007, at her residence. Mrs. Grimard was an employee of Wal-Mart in Bay Minette. She is survived by: her husband: Alan Wayne Grimard of Stapleton, AL; a son: Jason Alan Gerald Grimard of Mobile, AL; 2 daughters, Patricia Ellen (David) Witney of Atmore, AL, Melissa Arlene (Jude) Gronenthal of...
Steve Matuz
Sep 28, 2007
Steve Matuz was a delightful man, quick to use his sense of humor to put others at ease. Throughout his life, he maintained an essence of commitment to family, faith and the joy of life itself. The 1920s were a collage of interesting events. There were power struggles in Russia, Babe Ruth was setting baseball records, and the first...
Sally Robb Zambiasi
Sep 28, 2007
Sally Robb Zambiasi was a passionate, strong, caring woman who loved her family and her God. She was a gentle woman who gave much of her time and energy to others, especially her family. Sally loved nothing more than spending her time being a wife, mother and grandmother to the people who brought her life extraordinary joy. The year...
Thomas Shannon
Sep 28, 2007
Thomas Shannon lived a life that saw many changes in the world, but through them all he remained a man with a strong sense of family, hard work ethic and the kindest, most caring heart for everyone around him. He was not someone consumed by material gains in life, but by the satisfaction of putting his family and friends...
William " Bill" Deming
Sep 28, 2007
William "Bill" Deming, age 82, formerly of Mt. Olivet, Kentucky, passed away at his residence on Friday, September 28, 2007. He was born on August 29, 1925 in Lexington, Kentucky to the late William T. Deming and the late Katherine (Buckner) Deming. He was a Marine Corps Veteran of World War II, serving in the First Marine Division in...
Wallace A. Wesley
Sep 28, 2007
Wallace Wesley was a man who served his country proudly, his family lovingly, and his friends loyally. He lived through challenging times, and while he saw much hardship in his lifetime, he also always saw the hope and the beauty, in the world around him, and in the eyes of his loving family. Wallaces story began on a warm...
Virginia Anderson
Sep 27, 2007
Virginia L. Anderson, age 83, passed away September 27, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl and an infant son. Surviving are her two daughters, Toni (David) Pawlak and Carol (James) Lipps; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; along with three sisters; four brothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Virginia was a Veteran of the United States Navy...
Frances Hagen
Sep 27, 2007
Mrs. Frances Hagen, age 82, passed away September 27, 2007 at a local nursing home. Mrs. Hagen was born February 9, 1925 to Klaas and Stientje (de Haan) Overkamp in Muskegon. On November 9, 1946 she married Walter M. Hagen in Muskegon and he survives her along with 3 children, Loretta (Doug) Stressman and Christine Galloway of Muskegon and...
Joseph Wawrzyniak
Sep 27, 2007
Mr. Joseph Wawrzyniak, age 53, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2007 in Muskegon, MI. He was born December 3, 1953 in Muskegon, MI. Mr. Wawrzyniak was employed for many years at Shaw Walker. He is survived by his father James and step-mother Joanna; 3 daughters, Emily Wawr-zyniak, Amanda (Matt) Geren-cer, and Amber Wawrzyniak and Emerick, all of Muskegon, MI;...
James Guthrie
Sep 27, 2007
Mr. James L. Guthrie, age 74, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2007, at the Poppen Hospice House in Fruitport, following a brief illness. Jim was born in Muskegon on March 12, 1933 to Harold and Nellie (Niver) Guthrie. He graduated from Muskegon Heights High School, attended Muskegon Business College and Muskegon Community College, and graduated Cum Laude from Western...
